Category: Philosophy
Hyperfocus: How to Manage Your Attention in a World of Distraction
A practical guide to managing your attention–the most powerful resource you have to get stuff done, become more creative, and live a meaningful life Our attention has never been as overwhelmed as it is today. Many of us recognize that our brains struggle to multitask. Despite this, we feel compelled to do so anyway while […]
The Courage To Be Disliked
“The Courage to Be Disliked: How to Free Yourself, Change Your Life, and Achieve Real Happiness” is a self-help book written by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga. The book presents the teachings of Alfred Adler, a pioneering figure in psychology, through a dialogue between a philosopher and a young man seeking personal growth. Here’s a […]
Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking
In his landmark bestseller The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell redefined how we understand the world around us. Now, in Blink, he revolutionizes the way we understand the world within. Blink is a book about how we think without thinking, about choices that seem to be made in an instant-in the blink of an eye-that actually […]
The $100 Startup
Lead a life of adventure, meaning and purpose—and earn a good living. “Thoughtful, funny, and compulsively readable, this guide shows how ordinary people can build solid livings, with independence and purpose, on their own terms.”—Gretchen Rubin, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Happiness Project Still in his early thirties, Chris Guillebeau completed […]
Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life
“Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life” by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles explores the Japanese concept of ikigai, which translates to “a reason for being.” The book combines personal anecdotes, interviews with Japanese residents, particularly from the longevity-rich Okinawa, and research on happiness and longevity to uncover the keys to a […]
The Art of War by Sun Tzu
“The Art of War” by Sun Tzu is a classic treatise on military strategy and tactics, composed of 13 chapters, each addressing a different aspect of warfare. This edition, interpreted by Stephen F. Kaufman, provides a definitive and accessible version of the ancient text. Here’s a summary of the key concepts covered in the book: […]
