Why We Click

Why We Click

The Emerging Science of Interpersonal Synchrony
by Kate Murphy
Psychology 20 min read ☆☆☆☆☆ undefined (6)
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About This Book

Why We Click (2026) reveals the hidden science of interpersonal synchrony – the unconscious process where our bodies align with others through matching heart rates, movements, and neural patterns – explaining why some people energize us while others leave us exhausted. By understanding this powerful phenomenon, we can learn to foster beneficial connections that enhance our wellbeing while protecting ourselves from draining interactions that threaten our sense of self.

Who Should Read This?

  • Parents who want to cultivate their child’s capacity for connection
  • Romantics who want to understand the invisible forces that shape personal chemistry
  • Team leaders who want to deploy interpersonal synchrony to boost morale

About the Author

Kate Murphy is a bestselling journalist and author whose work has appeared in The New York Times, The Economist, and other major publications, with a focus on the science of human behavior and connection. Her previous book, You're Not Listening: What You're Missing and Why It Matters, became an international bestseller exploring the lost art of truly hearing one another.