Why We Remember: Unlocking Memory’s Power to Hold on to What Matters
We talk about memory as a record of the past, but here’s a surprising twist: we aren’t supposed to remember everything. In fact, we’re designed to forget.We talk about memory as a record of the past, but here’s a surprising twist: we aren’t supposed to remember everything. In fact, we’re designed to forget. Over the…
The Introvert’s Guide to the Workplace
Tap Into Your Natural Introvert Strengths in the Office with Actionable Tips and Advice Introverts make up a third of the population, and we’re hardwired to thrive—especially in the workplace! However, it’s not uncommon for introverts to feel out of place in the office, where it seems the only ones succeeding are outgoing personalities ready…
Unschooled: The World to Come
Home educators are hard to categorise, covering the spectrum from Silicon Valley entrepreneurs to fundamentalist Christians. But they all share one belief: schools are failing. History shows that school, not home education, is the fad. Schools perpetuate inequality, power-based hierarchy, and uncritical obedience. And despite all efforts to the contrary, we can still predict the success…
Man’s Search For Meaning
A book for finding purpose and strength in times of great despair, the international best-seller is still just as relevant today as when it was first published. “This is a book I reread a lot . . . it gives me hope . . . it gives me a sense of strength.” — Anderson Cooper, Anderson…
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…
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…
