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Self-Help Book Summaries

There were two words written in the Temple of Apollo at Delhi— “know thyself.” 

Self-reflecting and knowing yourself is a multiplier skill in today’s world. If you know yourself, you can:

  • learn, unlearn, and re-learn faster
  • understand and play on your strengths
  • delegate and hire people to cover for your weaknesses
  • keep your ego in check so you don’t make (foolish) mistakes
  • come from a place of empathy when dealing with people

 

Self-help book summaries will help you explore these concepts. 

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Art of Seduction - Robert Greene - Book Cover

The Art of Seduction Book Summary, Review, Notes

The Art of Seduction is a book by an American author Rober Greene. He is especially popular in business thanks to his famous books such as The 48 Laws of Power and The 33 Strategies of War. The Art of Seduction was published in 2001 and the genre can be considered dark psychology, where the

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The Greatest Salesman in The World Book Summary, Review, Notes

The book Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino teaches us how to become great salesmen through life principles that are applicable to all areas of life. By following the journey of Hafid, we get an example of the circle of life, growth and gaining wisdom. Book Title — The Greatest Salesman in The

Discipline is Destiny

Discipline is Destiny Book Summary, Review, Notes

“Discipline is Destiny” recounts the lives of some of history’s most accomplished people, detailing how they rose to the top of their fields by relying on the life-changing power of self-discipline. This book will show you how to create an unbreakable sense of self-control despite the fact that we live in a world full of instability

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Steal Like an Artist Summary, Review, Notes

Steal Like an Artist is a book for everyone who wants to entwine a bit of creativity in their lives. By pointing out what we are doing wrong, in terms of standing out, Kleon exhibits his actions toward greatness. Book Title: Steal Like an Artist, 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative Author: Austin

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The Inner Game of Tennis Book Summary, Review, Notes

Timothy Gallwey’s book “The Inner Game of Tennis” discusses the mental and psychological aspects of tennis and how they can have a significant impact on a player’s performance.  The term “inner game” refers to a player’s mental and emotional state while participating in a game. According to Gallwey, mental and emotional challenges to success in

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No More Mr. Nice Guy Book Summary, Review, Notes

Dr. Robert A. Glover’s “No More Mr. Nice Guy” explains how men can stop seeking approval and start getting what they want in life. He does this by providing the information and tools that will assist men in ensuring that their needs are met, expressing their emotions, having a satisfying sex life, embracing their masculinity

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Can’t Hurt Me Book Summary, Review, Notes

Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds is a book by David Goggins, an American ultramarathon runner, ultra-distance cyclist, triathlete, public speaker, retired US Navy SEAL member, and author. This book is his autobiography, describing the early days of his life filled with abuse and discrimination, up until his numerous achievements in

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Make Your Bed Book Summary, Review, Notes

“Make Your Bed” by Admiral William McRaven is an uplifting and inspiring book that draws on the author’s experiences as a Navy SEAL and his training to give readers tips for getting ahead in life. McRaven’s hard-won collection of life lessons includes lessons on taking risks, not giving up, and working with others. The book’s

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The Courage To Be Disliked Book Summary, Review, Notes

Using the theories of Alfred Adler, authors Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga put them into practice through a narrative dialogue between a philosopher and a young man. The Courage To Be Disliked holds the key to understanding how each of us is able to experience freedom in order to live a happy and fulfilled life

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Getting Things Done Book Summary, Review, Notes

Getting Things Done by David Allen is a book, written to teach you, not only how to organize your day, week, or month, but your mind in order to achieve full productivity and focus. Book Title: Getting Things Done (The Art of Stress-Free Productivity) Author: David Allen Date of Reading: Feb 2023 Rating: 9/10 Table