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Steven Pressfield’s “The War of Art” delves into overcoming resistance, emphasizing the importance of persistence and treating creativity like a profession.
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“Outliers” by Malcolm Gladwell explores how outliers achieve success through hard work, mastery, and asking questions before bed.
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“Lives of the Stoics” by Ryan Holiday explores stoic philosophy emphasizing endurance, self-restraint, and action over talk, offering practical wisdom.
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“Digital Minimalism” by Cal Newport highlights the importance of solitude, walking, and true social connections, advocating a digital declutter for better living.
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A reading slump can be sneaky, but there are strategies to revive your reading habit, like rereading favorites or changing format.
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Epictetus advises standing by wise decisions and not fearing misunderstanding. Reliability, growth mindset, and emotional control facilitate taking a stand.
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In a world of abundant knowledge tools, action trumps consumption. Create, apply, and leave a lasting legacy. Don’t just consume.
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The reason why the Jim Rohn quote “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time around” is so popular, is because it’s true. In The Art of Living by Epictetus, he has a similar quote about being wary of the individuals you associate with. “Other people’s views and troubles can…
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“Men’s Work” by Connor Beaton empowers men to navigate challenges, improve themselves, and cultivate healthy relationships.
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The Joys of Compounding by Gautam Baid is a powerful ode to lifelong learning, emphasizing the rewards of delayed gratification, the significance of mentors, and the value of reading. Baid urges readers to apply their knowledge, embrace humility, and extend assistance to others. He also delves into the concept of the hedonic treadmill, which can…
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