There are too many books in the world to read so let me take a bit of the burden from you. I will share my thoughts, favorite quotations, key ideas, and similar book recommendations for every book that I read. Are you considering picking a new book up? See my thoughts below on any number of books.
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Should You Read “The Parable of the Sower”
The Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler is an excellent addition to the dystopian genre. A friend recommended this book to me last week and I read it on their recommendation. I enjoyed the key ideas presented by the main character in the story but struggled with the dark tone at times and am…
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Key Ideas from Mindset: The New Psychology of Success
You have a choice. Mindsets are just beliefs. They’re powerful beliefs, but they’re just something in your mind, and you can change your mind. As you read, think about where you’d like to go and which mindset will take you there. Carol Dweck – Mindset Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck is…
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A review of “The Talent Code: Unlocking the Secret of Skill in Sports, Art, Music, Math, and Just About Everything Else”
The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle seeks to demonstrate that skills are meritocratic, they don’t care who you are or how you were born. Skills develop based on biological imperatives that allow anyone with dedication and consistent effort to become talented. Although talent feels and looks predestined, in fact we have a good deal of…
