The World's Best Book Summaries
Do you want to discover who you truly are? How do you find your identity? It can be hard to determine who we are, where we are, and what our purpose is. Luckily, Vishen Lakhiani’s book The Buddha and the Badass guides you through your self-discovery journey. Learn how to find your identity by staying true to your values and your purpose.
What is anti-hustle culture? How is modern work ruining our drive to succeed? In The Buddha and the Badass, Vishen Lakhiani claims that hustling won’t get your business anywhere. In fact, he proposes an “anti-hustle culture” that combines spiritual enlightenment with disruptive leadership. Continue reading to learn more about Lakhiani’s anti-hustle culture.
Is suffering inevitable? Does everyone experience suffering? If you ever feel alone when you’re having a tough day, just remember that someone else is also having a bad day. Because The Book of Joy by Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama clarifies that suffering is a universal experience that no one can avoid. Read on to learn why suffering is inevitable, and how you can cope with it.
What are the main properties of fungi? What makes fungi different from plants and animals? According to Merlin Sheldrake’s book Entangled Life, fungi are their own kingdom of organisms—they’re neither plants nor animals. Although the field of mycology (the study of fungi) is growing, Sheldrake argues that many aspects of fungal biology remain a mystery. Below we’ll look at what we’ve learned from only the six percent of all fungi species we’ve explored, particularly its properties.
What are the best The Power of Regret quotes? How will these quotes inspire you to make better decisions? Most people have regrets but believe it’s best to “live with no regrets.” According to Daniel Pink, the author of The Power of Regret, regret is a normal, healthy part of life and you can even harness it to your advantage. Below we’ll cover the best quotes from The Power of Regret that you can learn valuable lessons from.
What is a disruptive leader? How can you build a revolutionary workplace? Contrary to how it sounds, disruptive leadership is actually a good thing in modern work environments. In The Buddha and the Badass, Vishen Lakhiani describes this type of leadership as one that allows people to grow, feel important and valued, develop friendships, and contribute to meaningful work. Continue reading to learn how to become a disruptive leader that everyone will admire.
Are you struggling to find your true identity? How can you become enlightened? According to Vishen Lakhiani’s book The Buddha and the Badass, there are two parts to becoming spiritually enlightened. The first part is getting to know yourself well, and the second part is creating a routine that lets you continuously grow spiritually. Let’s look at how to become enlightened with these tips.
Why is suffering good? How does suffering make you a better person? According to Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama in The Book of Joy, suffering isn’t always bad. In fact, suffering can lead to positive emotional traits such as compassion and generosity and helps you cope with mortality. Continue reading to understand why suffering is good for the soul.
What are the best quotes from Entangled Life? What do these quotes say about the purpose of fungi? In Entangled Life, Merlin Sheldrake offers his research on fungi to prove that they’re far more useful and intelligent than we ever thought. He challenges your ideas of fungi with scientific evidence proving how complex these microorganisms are. Keep reading for Entangled Life quotes that represent Sheldrake’s findings.
Are you regretting a big life decision right now? What are the worst ways to deal with this regret? Handling regret the wrong way will prevent you from growing from your regrets and using them to improve your life. In The Power of Regret, Daniel Pink covers the three wrong approaches to regret: the philosophy of no regrets, avoiding, and wallowing. Keep reading to learn how regretting life decisions with these coping mechanisms will ultimately hurt you in the long run.