Category: Reading
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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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As an avid reader of history and biographies, I am always intrigued by how much people read, especially leaders and highly successful people. Analyzing reading habits from a time when reading became widely available to all in the 15th century with the invention of the printing press to the present day, reading has been on…
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There’s No Excuse Not To Be Writing Once a year, I’ll pick up a new book on writing to get my creativity flowing again and to see if I gain any new insights into the craft. While I gain some new tips and tricks, I will save you a ton of time and tell you…
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Do you know what good habits you want to implement in your life but can’t find time to do them? Individuals face this common problem when trying to make positive life changes. I will use reading as an example of a habit that people want to implement in their lives because they keep hearing how…
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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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“Think & Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill, published in 1937, emphasizes mindset, decisive action, continuous learning, clarity, passion, and mentorship for achieving success.
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“How to Take Smart Notes” by Sonke Ahrens advocates for efficient note-taking to free up brain resources, emphasizing the importance of proper note-taking systems and continuous learning.
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“Education of a Wandering Man” is Louis L’Amour’s memoir, emphasizing the importance of self-education and reading. L’Amour’s experiences and insights inspire lifelong learning and meaningful book collections.
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“How to Read a Book” by Adler & Van Doren details the 4 levels of reading, the importance of active reading, and the need for implementation after acquiring knowledge.
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Abraham Lincoln once said, “I have always thought that all men should be free; but if any should be slaves it should be first those who desire it for themselves, and secondly those who desire it for others. Whenever (I) hear any one, arguing for slavery I feel a strong impulse to see it tried…
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