BY: WILLIAM B. IRVINE In one line: A great starter for anyone looking to gain a better understanding of Stoicism and looking for simple ways to start to integrate Stoic practices into your life. In one more line: One of my favorite principles–If we lack a philosophy for life, we may spend our life pursuingContinue reading “Stoicism – A Guide to a Good Life”
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The Wanderer
BY KHALIL GIBRAN In one line: A literary genius and one of the greatest writers to ever live; a journey to unpack the depth of his writing and a great way to challenge & expand your mind, and contemplate life. The Wanderer — we’re all family, part of one collective organism in the universe; storyContinue reading “The Wanderer”
1984
BY: GEORGE ORWELL In one line: An all-time classic and stark reminder to beware of government overreach and Authoritarian leadership…we are closer to a 1984-like world today than we’ve ever been at any point in history, with surveillance capitalism (among plenty of other things) at our doorstep. War is peace. Freedom is slavery. Ignorance isContinue reading “1984”
The Alchemist
BY: PAULO COELHO In one line: One of the best-selling books in history and an all-time favorite; timeless wisdom & inspiration for the depths of your soul–if you haven’t read this one, it’s time to pick it up 🙂 In one more line: A favorite excerpt: People need not fear the unknown if they areContinue reading “The Alchemist”
Ender’s Shadow (#5 – Ender’s Game Saga)
BY: Orson Scott Card In One Line: Fun follow-on to the legendary Ender’s Game that doesn’t require you to have read the first or any other’s in the saga; character development and relational ties make this one a gem. A broken clock is right 2x/day (ch5) One of the laws of strategy: until you knowContinue reading “Ender’s Shadow (#5 – Ender’s Game Saga)”
Fairy Tale
BY: STEPHEN KING In one line: This is one of the best fantasy/sci-fi novels I have ever read, especially if you’re looking to expand your imagination and learn about the old, impressionable stories of childhood. You never know where the trap doors are in your life (ch1) Let your conscience be your guide (ch1) IContinue reading “Fairy Tale”
When Strangers Meet
BY KIO STARK In one line: Some big ideas on the ripple effect & potential impact the micro-interactions we have with strangers every day may have on solving some of the world’s problems—if nothing else, a quite novel & unique perspective. In one more line: If you’re looking for some motivation in meeting new people,Continue reading “When Strangers Meet”
