Reddit reviews Why We Make Mistakes: How We Look Without Seeing, Forget Things in Seconds, and Are All Pretty Sure We Are Way Above Average
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I'll second Shermer's books.
Also add in Denialism by Specter
Snake Oil Science by Bausell, is a great look at research methods.
Why We Make Mistakes by Hallinan is a good look at some of the unconscious factors that go into our thinking.
Edit: Removed Lehrer from list.
Welcome il_mostro! I'm deffinitely going to have to pick up The Happiness Advantage as that's right up my alley! I really enjoy self betterment and increasing my understanding of how my mind works. Assuming you're similar could I recommend Why We Make Mistakes. It's a very well sourced and well written look at why we do certain things. It's a great read. Also I added both books to my list.....if I'm one of those fortunate enough to be blessed with your good graces!