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💡 The book explores the powerful idea that our mindset can shape our achievements, relationships, and overall happiness in life.
💡 "Good to Great" examines the factors that differentiate great companies from good ones, based on a comprehensive study of companies that made a sustained leap from mediocrity to excellence.
💡 "An Unquiet Mind" is a powerful and deeply personal memoir by clinical psychologist and professor Kay Redfield Jamison, who shares her own experiences living with bipolar disorder.
2/22: Tolle argues that our minds are often consumed by thoughts of the past or future, which can prevent us from experiencing true happiness and fulfillment.
2/22: Gladwell argues that success is not simply a matter of individual merit, but is also heavily influenced by factors such as culture, family background, and timing.
2/22: Chapman believes that everyone has a primary love language that they speak and understand.
2/22: The book argues that humans have an innate drive to find meaning in life, even in the most desperate circumstances.
2/22: According to Rousseau, the social contract is an agreement among individuals to form a society and to give up some of their individual freedoms in exchange for protection and security.
1984 by George Orwell is a dystopian novel set in a world where the government controls every aspect of citizens' lives.
The author argues that many events we attribute to skill or strategy are actually the result of randomness, leading to an illusion of understanding and overconfidence in prediction.
"The Selfish Gene" argues that genes, not organisms, are the fundamental unit of evolution.
"The Black Swan" argues that rare and unpredictable events, or Black Swans, have a profound impact on our world, yet are often ignored or underestimated.
Marcus Aurelius writes about a wide range of topics, including virtue, self-discipline, and the nature of the universe. He also reflects on his own personal experiences and struggles, offering insights and guidance on how to live a virtuous and fulfilling life.
The book has sold over 1 million copies worldwide since its release in 2001 and it's considered a classic in the productivity and self-help genre. 
The Lean Startup methodology is focused on creating and managing startups in a way that minimizes wasted resources and increases the chances of success.
The concept of "antifragile" refers to something that becomes stronger when subjected to stress, rather than breaking or deteriorating. For example, a muscle that is regularly exercised becomes stronger over time, but a muscle that is not used will become weak and brittle.
Trust is the foundation of all relationships and is essential for success in both personal and professional endeavors.
Sleep is essential for optimal health and well-being. Lack of sleep can lead to a variety of negative health consequences, including an increased risk of obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.
Ferriss argues that traditional approaches to work and success are outdated and suggests that we can achieve more by working smarter, not harder.