Category: Philosophy
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The content emphasizes the importance of intentional reading over superficial habits. It critiques the urge to finish books for status, highlights the need to embrace boredom, and advocates for finding enjoyable reading material. The author advises readers to establish a personalized reading system and approach reading seriously to extract meaningful knowledge.
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12 Rules For Life: An Antidote to Chaos by Jordan Peterson is a book that provides lessons on how to be a better person and live a more fulfilling life. Jordan Peterson has been a controversial figure in the past years for his stand on free speech. Whether you agree with Dr. Peterson’s ideas or…
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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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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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The author reflects on the timeless wisdom found in “Meditations” by Marcus Aurelius, emphasizing the importance of giving undivided attention to important tasks.
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The Daily Stoic is a daily devotional by Ryan Holiday that has a new piece of advice for life from the stoics everyday. Last year I read The Daily Laws by Robert Greene and in 2024 I plan to read The Daily Dad also by Ryan Holiday and The Daily Pressfield by Steven Pressfield. The…
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