Darya Sinusoid

Darya’s love for reading started with fantasy novels (The LOTR trilogy is still her all-time-favorite). Growing up, however, she found herself transitioning to non-fiction, psychological, and self-help books. She has a degree in Psychology and a deep passion for the subject. She likes reading research-informed books that distill the workings of the human brain/mind/consciousness and thinking of ways to apply the insights to her own life. Some of her favorites include Thinking, Fast and Slow, How We Decide, and The Wisdom of the Enneagram.

The Infinite Game: Review, Inspiration, and Background

Is The Infinite Game worth reading? What qualities, according to its author Simon Sinek, make for a truly exceptional leader? The Infinite Game, published in 2018 by Portfolio, an imprint of Penguin Random House, is Sinek’s fifth book. It follows up and continues exploring many of the concepts in the Leaders Eat Last and Start With Why. Throughout these three books, he explores different takes on the idea that what makes a leader exceptional is a commitment to a higher purpose. This The Infinite Game review takes a look at the book’s inspiration and background, intellectual context, and strengths and

Cosmic Impossibility: Can Time Go Backwards?

Can time go backwards? Or can it only move in the forward, linear direction? One of the fundamental properties of the universe is that it moves from the state of order to the state of disorder or entropy. We can’t reverse this state of affairs which is why it’s highly unlikely that time can ever go backward. Here is why it’s likely impossible to run the clock backwards.

Expand Your Business: 5 Tips for Sustainable Growth

Do you want to expand your business but aren’t sure which strategy is best to adopt? How can you grow your business without putting too much strain on your resources? The most sustainable way to expand your business is to focus on building and growing a loyal relationship network. Further, your relationship with your fans must be more than transactional—it should be for life. In this article, we’ll first discuss the benefits of having a loyal network of followers, and then provide five tips for accruing one.

The Theory of Relativity: Explained in Simple Terms

What is the theory of relativity? What phenomena does the theory attempt to explain? How has it revolutionized our understanding of the workings of our universe? Within Einstein’s theory of relativity, there are actually two theories: special theory and general theory. The former applies to all physical phenomena discounting gravity, and the latter explains the gravitational force in relation to the other forces of the universe. Learn about Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity, explained in simple terms.

Handling Conflict 101: The Combative Mindset

What’s your way of handling conflict? What do you think is the main reason that trivial conflicts escalate into full-blown arguments? According to the Arbinger Institute, the author of The Anatomy of Peace, some people have difficulty resolving conflict peacefully and effectively because they adopt what they call a “combative mindset.” There are three elements of the combative mindset: collusion, self-betrayal, and justification. In this article, we’ll examine how the combative mindset causes failures in our approach to conflict.

Healthcare System Comparison: The U.S. vs. the World

How does the American healthcare system compare to other developed countries? Why is healthcare so expensive in America? Generally, healthcare systems in other countries show better quality for a lower cost compared to the United States. Despite the high amounts Americans spend on healthcare, it’s never quite clear what they are paying for—the medical outcomes are mediocre at best. This article takes a look at healthcare system comparison between the United States and several other developed countries, ranging in the degree of government intervention.

Peter Drucker’s 3-Step Time Management Method

What does Peter Druker have to say on time management? How does his time management approach differ from the more conventional methods? Peter Drucker’s time management approach consists of three steps: 1) analyze your time, 2) cut time-wasters, and 3) time block. This advice is different from what other time management books recommend in that it begins with analyzing how you currently spend your time. We’ll explore each of these steps and how they continue to be applied today.

Dale Carnegie on Religion: The Power of Faith

What role does religion play in your life? Do people who practice some form of religion or spirituality tend to be happier and more at peace with themselves? According to psychologist Dale Carnegie, religion and belief in a higher power is a powerful buffer against worries and stresses of life. Even if you don’t subscribe to traditional religion, you can still find a higher power and a type of prayer. Your prayers might look like: meditation, journaling, writing messages in bottles, or simply speaking them aloud to the universe. Here is how religion can help you alleviate worry and live

Stoicism and Death: Don’t Fear the Inevitable

What does Stoicism have to say about death? Is there a Stoic way to face death? Stoics see death not as something to brush under the carpet, but rather as a reality to confront and make peace with. Stoic philosophers even kept a human skull on their desk as a reminder of mortality. Here’s what Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and a distinguished Stoic philosopher, had to stay on Stoicism and death.

How to Be Likable: 5 Ways to Unleash Your Inner Charm

Can you learn how to be likable? What qualities are deemed likable by most people? Likability is not an attribute that you either have or don’t have—anyone can cultivate it. One of the distinguishing traits of likable people is that they show genuine friendship and kindness to others. Without further ado, here are five tips on how to be likable.