Intelligent Fear

It's a well-known fact that most of us perform poorly in pressure situations. We let fear get the best of us, 'stressing' until we're immobilised, panic-stricken or just plain helpless. In Intelligent Fear, Michael Clarkson takes an in-depth look at this often debilitating force - from its prehistoric origins as a response system to help us overcome threats to its numerous modern incarnations - and offers effective formulas that help change fear from a weakness into a strength.

'I have judged [Michael Clarkson's] investigative work and it is first-rate.' - Bob Woodward, editor, Washington Post

'Michael Clarkson's perspectives on fear and the use of emotions intrigue us. It's important to make people aware of their terrific drives to succeed and how they can overcome obstacles, but it's also important to show that these things can be detrimental.' - Dr Benjamin Spock