Category: Book Reviews
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My goal in 2025 was to prioritize reading more than ever by minimizing my screen time and replacing TV, video games, and social media with reading. This strategy truly paid off: I read a record nine books. Now, to the books. On Writing by Stephen King As a writer it’s a good idea to squeeze…
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As we approach 2025, I try to spend December planning ahead and pondering my reading goals for the following year. Usually, I’ll pick a few books I want to reread, a daily devotional, and perhaps some new releases that I’ve been waiting for. My goal is usually 52 books, and I tend to read at…
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Education of a Wandering Man by Louis L’Amour I had only heard of Louis L’Amour in passing as an author of old western novels. After listening to an interview with his son on the Art of Manliness podcast, I resonated with the life of Louis L’Amour, and even though it feels far-fetched, I felt like…
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Thomas Jefferson is a controversial figure in American history. He accomplished great things as a founding father and made sacrifices for the country he loved. Even though judgment should be withheld in certain aspects of history because they were a product of their time, other moments, like the holocaust and slavery, are never acceptable, regardless…
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The Lessons Learned series is different than standard book reviews. There are hundreds of great book reviews for The Third Door, and I would be wasting your time creating another one. Instead, I strive to give you the lessons I was able to extract from the book to improve my life and yours. The Third…
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The Lessons Learned series is different than standard book reviews. There are hundreds of great book reviews for Atomic Habits, and I would be wasting your time creating another one. Instead, I strive to give you the lessons I was able to extract from the book to improve my life and yours. Control What You…
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Summary: “Deep Work” by Cal Newport emphasizes the value of distraction-free, intense focus to improve productivity and achieve fulfillment. Strategies include digital detox, embracing boredom, and prioritizing meaningful tasks.
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John D. Rockefeller’s biography “Titan” by Ron Chernow emphasizes the importance of surroundings, determination, writing, judgment, walking, learning from mistakes, focus, and delegation.
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The book “Discipline is Destiny” by Ryan Holiday emphasizes the importance of discipline, time management, simplicity, emotional control, and helping others.
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Robert D. Richardson Jr.’s “Emerson: The Mind on Fire” delves into the life of Ralph Waldo Emerson, highlighting his impactful habits, including prioritizing good habits, the power of the commonplace book, and unique reading strategies. Emerson’s journey, emphasis on introspection, generosity, and individualistic approach also shine through this quintessential biography.
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