Part 1: The Idea Chapter 1: Deep work is valuable Benn & Deep Work I like how the author shared an example with an individual called Benn. Sharing how he realized his work is easily replaceable and took the challenge of learning computer science by learning how to go deep
Life Principles Shapers: Someone who comes up with unique and valuable visions and build them beautifully typically over the doubts and opposition of others. They are usually original visions and they built them up. Traits of a shaper: 1. Rebellious 2. Independent thinker 3. Worked relentlessly for innovation & excellence
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Love Chapter 2: Drugs Chapter 3: Domination Chapter 4: Creativity and Madness Chapter 5: Politics Chapter 6: Progress Chapter 7: Harmony Synopsis This book delineates dopamine, a key chemical in human brains which is what the authors entail to be the key to further unlocking
Table of Contents Part 1: Individual Rethinking 1. A Preacher, a Prosecutor, a Politician, and a Scientist Walk into your Mind 2. The Armchair Quarterback and the Imposter 3. The Joy of Being Wrong 4. The Good Fight Club Part 2: Interpersonal Rethinking 5. Dances with Foes 6. Bad Blood
Summary Adam Grant shares how non-conformists contoured and moved the world. He discusses how one can notice and champion new ideas, how leaders can catalyse new ideas and build cultures that promote diverse views and recommendations for parents and/or teachers in creating an environment that breeds originality. Table of
Summary The book consists of 19 systems and mathematics concepts including 6 supporting ideas that elucidate the mental models necessary to improve one’s learning and thinking. The different concepts from systems and mathematics provide a new way to contour one’s approach to problem-solving. Table of Contents Systems 1.
Summary The book entails 20 concepts on physics, chemistry, biology, and, 2 supporting ideas. The book provides ample space to develop mental models of science. It also aligns the book’s insights with generalized solutions/concepts. Table of Contents Physics 1. Relativity 2. Reciprocity 3. Thermodynamics 4. Inertia 5. Friction
Summary In the book, Professor Carol S. Dweck discusses how one's innate abilities and talents do not determine one's success. She shows through case studies and data how it is our mindset that determines one's success. The book discusses the difference between a fixed
Summary The book consists of 9 general thinking concepts including 3 supporting ideas. It elucidate the mental models required to improve one's learning, thinking and decision-making process. It provides different perspectives and mental models for one to hewn their thinking. Table of Contents 1. The Map is not
Click to see full article Introduction * Power fundamentally refers to the ability to achieve desired outcomes. * Historically, humanity's pursuit of power has been relentless, and the modes of acquiring power have evolved over time. * In political philosophy, Machiavelli emphasized the importance of power for societal stability. * Joseph Nye
What is power? Fundamentally, it refers to the ability to achieve what we want. For time immemorial, mankind’s lust for power has been unsatiable. In the past, wars were fought between empires. Today humans are entertained by feats of sheer power whether they be combat sports or weightlifting. In
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