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.
Tag Archives: Spark Notes
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.
Speaker for The Dead (#2 – Ender’s Game Saga)
BY: ORSON SCOTT CARD In one line: This was the original book Orson wanted to write, however he ended up writing Ender’s Game first to set the stage to properly contextualize this book–another great work and very different than Ender’s Game–more philosophical, slower, less game theory & tactical strategy.
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.
Parable of the Sower
BY: OCTAVIA E. BUTLER In one line: A fun read–a dystopian novel with beautiful writing and an embryonic perspective on faith, religion, prayer, and our existence, amidst visions of a demoralized society.
Waking the Tiger
BY: PETER LEVINE In one line: An excellent dive into trauma, it’s history, it’s role in society, and some actionable ideas & constructive thoughts around healing and using trauma to empower you. Prologue — Giving the body what it needs: Trauma – a psychological and medical disorder of the mind Trauma is a fact ofContinue reading “Waking the Tiger”
Rediscovering Life
BY: Anthony De Mello In one line: Another remarkable, easy-to-digest, short, and fun read on spirituality; great perspective on reprogramming our minds to have a happier life. QUOTE: “Look at the birds of the air. Look at the flowers of the field. They don’t sow, they don’t spin. They don’t have a moment of anxietyContinue reading “Rediscovering Life”
The Way to Love
BY ANTHONY DE MELLO In one line: Wow, this is so so good; bring awareness and understanding to yourself and your life to start releasing your programming & attachments and realize that you have everything you need right now, in this moment to be the happiest you’ve ever been. PROFIT & LOSS: QUOTE: “For whatContinue reading “The Way to Love”