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How can you make abstract concepts concrete? What are some techniques you can use to help people understand complicated concepts? Complex ideas are often abstract, and abstract ideas are hard to understand. Communicating complex ideas simply is a skill, and Jeff Bezos has it. In The Bezos Blueprint, Carmine Gallo discusses how Bezos brings abstract ideas into the real world. Keep reading for two examples of this skill in action.
How did the suffrage issue cause a rift between feminists and Blacks? Can women take “strong and independent” too far? According to Candace Owens, feminism (as a social movement) has historically been at odds with the liberation of Black Americans. She warns that feminism continues to hurt the Black population today—specifically in the areas of suffrage, independence, and abortion. Keep reading to understand how these policies and attitudes devastate especially Black Americans.
Is universal basic income (UBI) a good idea for ending pointless jobs? Why are pointless jobs harmful? David Graeber wrote Bullshit Jobs to explain how jobs that don’t serve a purpose are not only inefficient, but are also harmful to society and workers. According to him, we can combat the proliferation of pointless jobs in society by introducing a universal basic income program. Read on to learn why universal basic income is a good idea to end pointless jobs, according to Graeber.
What is the book Built to Sell about? What are the main takeaways of the book? In Built to Sell, John Warrillow teaches you how to build a business you can sell. To create such a company, he provides a step-by-step process any business owner can follow. Read below for a brief Built to Sell book overview.
What are the benefits of caring about all living beings? How does mutual care impact the Earth and the economy? In Braiding Sweetgrass, Robin Wall Kimmerer claims that mutual care is important for all living beings’ wellness. She describes the ways that mutual care supports the long-term vitality of life on Earth, feelings of abundance and wealth, and a sustainable economy. Let’s dive deeper into the benefits of caring.
How do we initially realize our purpose and values? What is “meta-awareness”? Why is self-awareness easier for some? According to Daniel Goleman, self-awareness is an essential life skill. Developing an awareness of your physical and emotional sensations and accurately interpreting them is key to forming a strong sense of “self” and living a meaningful, healthy life. Continue reading to learn how self-awareness enhances your life.
Who are “exiles” in IFS? What role do exiles play in the psyche? Exiles are key concepts in the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. Exiles are the most vulnerable parts of ourselves that get triggered when we experience intense negative emotions such as fear, anxiety, or shame. Keep reading to learn about the concept of IFS exiles and how exiles manifest in our behaviors.
How do you heal a troubled soul? What are the signs that your soul is hurting? To grow spiritually, you should first address the negativity you hold in your soul. According to Ryan Holiday, the author of Stillness Is the Key, to heal your soul, you must work on resolving your childhood trauma and releasing toxic emotions such as anger, desire, and dissatisfaction. Here’s how to reclaim your soul from toxicity and agitation.
Why do we need fossil fuels? What’s the Green Road? Which option is ultimately better for the planet? On a global scale, we can take various paths to combat climate change. Activists say we should reduce emissions by investing in green energy and minimizing fossil fuel usage. Bjorn Lomborg says we should increase reliance on fossil fuels to spark economic growth. Keep reading to learn how fossil fuels could be the surprising solution to climate change.
What’s the three-act narrative structure? How can you use stories to communicate effectively and sell your ideas? An effective way to simplify complex ideas and explain why they matter is to tell a story about them. According to Carmine Gallo, Jeff Bezos is a natural storyteller with an intuitive grasp of how to use narrative to get an idea across to his audience. Read more to learn how to create a narrative using Bezos’s techniques.