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  • January 22, 2024

    5 Ways to Get Out of a Reading Slump

    5 Ways to Get Out of a Reading Slump

    A reading slump can be sneaky, but there are strategies to revive your reading habit, like rereading favorites or changing format. Continue reading

    Autodidacts, Blog, Books, Guides, Habits, Learning, Mindset, Reading, Ryan Holiday, Skills, Time Management
    Book Ponder, Book Reviews, Books, Lessons Learned, Philosophy, Reading, Ryan Holiday, Stoicism
  • January 22, 2024

    When to Take a Stand

    When to Take a Stand

    Epictetus advises standing by wise decisions and not fearing misunderstanding. Reliability, growth mindset, and emotional control facilitate taking a stand. Continue reading

    Blog, Book Reviews, Discipline, Epictetus, Lessons Learned, Marcus Aurelius, Philosophy, Reading, Ryan Holiday, Seneca, Stoicism
    Book Ponder, Book Reviews, Books, Discipline is Destiny, Epictetus, Lessons Learned, Marcus Aurelius, Philosophy, Reading, Ryan Holiday, Seneca, Stoicism
  • January 22, 2024

    Make Use of What You’ve Learned

    Make Use of What You’ve Learned

    In a world of abundant knowledge tools, action trumps consumption. Create, apply, and leave a lasting legacy. Don’t just consume. Continue reading

    Blog, Epictetus, Learning, Philosophy, Stoicism
    Book Ponder, Books, Epictetus, Learning, Philosophy, Reading, Stoicism
  • January 22, 2024

    Be Wary of Your Associations

    Be Wary of Your Associations

    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… Continue reading

    Blog, Books, Discipline, Epictetus, Family, Lessons, Philosophy, Quotes, Relationships, Social, Stoicism
    Book Ponder, Book Reviews, Books, Epictetus, Lessons Learned, Philosophy, Reading, Relationships, Social, Stoicism
  • January 19, 2024

    4 Lessons From Men’s Work for Personal Growth

    4 Lessons From Men’s Work for Personal Growth

    “Men’s Work” by Connor Beaton empowers men to navigate challenges, improve themselves, and cultivate healthy relationships. Continue reading

    Become A Man, Blog, Book Reviews, Connor Beaton, Depression, Discipline, Family, Habits, Lessons Learned, Masculinity, Mindset, Parenting, Relationships
    Book Ponder, Book Reviews, Books, Connor Beaton, Lessons Learned, Masculinity, Men, Mens Work, Reading
  • January 18, 2024

    The Power of Lifelong Learning: 7 Lessons From The Joys of Compounding

    The Power of Lifelong Learning: 7 Lessons From The Joys of Compounding

    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… Continue reading

    Autodidacts, Blog, Book Reviews, Books, Education, Gautam Baid, Lessons Learned, Mentors, Reading, Self Improvement, Skills
    Book Ponder, Books, Charlie Munger, Gautam Baid, Lessons Learned, Philosophy, Reading, The Joys of Compounding, Warren Buffett
  • January 18, 2024

    6 Key Lessons From Rich Dad Poor Dad

    6 Key Lessons From Rich Dad Poor Dad

    Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki explores money mindset, assets, liabilities, and personal development lessons. Continue reading

    Blog, Books, Guides, Lessons Learned, Mindset
    Assets, Book Ponder, Books, Finance, Lessons Learned, Liabilities, Money, Reading, Rich Dad Poor Dad
  • January 10, 2024

    4 Key Takeaways from Joseph Campbell’s The Power of Myth

    4 Key Takeaways from Joseph Campbell’s The Power of Myth

    “The Power of Myth” by Joseph Campbell emphasizes the importance of myths, marriage, rites of passage, and dream interpretation. Continue reading

    Autodidacts, Blog, Education, Joseph Campbell, Learning, Lessons Learned
    Book Ponder, Books, Joseph Campbell, Lessons Learned, Philosophy, Reading, Stoicism, The Power of Myth
  • January 10, 2024

    Step Forward

    Step Forward

    The quote from Epictetus encourages action over mere knowledge accumulation to truly embody learning. Continue reading

    Blog, Epictetus, Quotes, Stoicism
    Book Ponder, Books, Epictetus, Philosophy, Reading, Stoicism
  • January 5, 2024

    The Arc of Influence

    The Arc of Influence

    What Is the Arc of Influence? Have you ever spent time with someone and after you go your separate ways, you feel a little bit more motivated?  Perhaps your spirit is a little higher and you have the desire to make a change in your life.  People who are highly disciplined or have achieved things… Continue reading

    Arc of Influence, Blog, Discipline, Guides, Habits, Mind, Mindset, Motivation, Productivity, Self Improvement, Skills
    Arc of Influence, Book Ponder, Books, Discipline, Guides, Habits, Impact Theory, Lessons, Motivation, Produtivity, Skills, Tom Bilyeu
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Welcome to Book Ponder. I have enjoyed reading and writing for the majority of my life. I work for a hands-on blue-collar job, but consider myself a lifelong learner on the side. I enjoy reading many of the classics but also read something new if it’s recommended to me. I take extensive notes and save great quotes when I read and I plan to share those with you while also extracting lessons we can learn. I believe we can use the past to guide our future. I will try to post a couple of times a month, you can sign up for my newsletter with updates on new posts. I will never spam you, I hope to hear from you soon.

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