The Illusion of control: why we chase power and what it costs us

By Yudhishthir Sharma

Why do we crave control-and what happens when we get it?

In The Illusion of Control, Yudhishthir Sharma explores the powerful human drive for dominance, certainty, and influence over our lives and others. Drawing on insights from psychology, history, philosophy, and real-world leadership, this compelling book unpacks the myths we build around control-how it seduces us, shapes our choices, and often leaves us emptier than before.

Whether it's in boardrooms, relationships, politics, or personal growth, we're told that control equals success. But what if that belief is an illusion-one that blinds us to deeper truths and more meaningful ways of living?

Sharp, provocative, and deeply human, The Illusion of Control is a must-read for anyone questioning the cost of ambition and the nature of power in today's world.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F9QBLHVK
• ISBN13: 9798899610745
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Notion Press
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"