Jane Mcgonigal

Jane Mcgonigal

Game Designer & Resilience Researcher

Jane McGonigal studies how games and play build resilience and well-being. Her research explores the psychology of motivation and human potential.

Professors & Academics

Jane McGonigal is a game designer and researcher at the Institute for the Future known for her work on how games can improve lives and solve real-world problems. Her TED talks on gaming and resilience have reached millions, establishing her as a leading voice in positive psychology and behavioral change.

5 Books Recommended by Jane Mcgonigal

Ranked by popularity across all reading lists on this site

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#1

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11 people recommended

It’s basically a book about games, but then it turns out it’s about the meaning of life.

Also recommended by: Tobi Lutke, Daniel Gross, Graham Duncan, Kevin Kelly, Patrick Oshaughnessy, Ryan Shea, Simon Sinek, Stewart Brand, Tristan Harris, Derek Sivers

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#2

The Willpower Instinct

by Kelly McGonigal

2 people recommended

The better book on will power."- Jane McGonigal

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Also recommended by: Derek Sivers

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#3

The Grasshopper

by Bernard Suits

Jane McGonigal's answer to "what do you suggest someone read after Reality is Broken?

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#4

Suffering Is Optional

by Cheri Huber

I’m very inspired by Buddhist practices. I practice Zen Buddhism myself. [This is] another good book.

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#5

Where’d You Go, Bernadette

by Maria Semple

The most fun I've had reading a book in ages."- Jane McGonigal

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