The World's Best Book Summaries
What do you think of death? Is it something to be feared? What preparations should you make? Someday, you’re going to die. This is an obvious, unavoidable fact of life. Yet, author Sadhguru points out that almost everyone in modern society has implicitly agreed to ignore it. This reluctance to acknowledge death leads to enormous and unnecessary suffering. Continue reading for a comprehensive overview of Sadhguru’s Death: An Inside Story.
How does a healthy body contribute to a healthy brain? What do your social life and spiritual beliefs have to do with your brain health? According to Dr. Amen, brain health plans require a holistic approach that addresses biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors. He explains that these four tiers interdependently influence your overall health—and, by extension, your brain health and function. Read more to learn about Dr. Amen’s four-tiered approach to brain health.
What are the parts of the self? Are they mortal or immortal? When you die, only one part of you dies. And, that part isn’t really you. That’s the view of Sadhguru, a spiritual teacher based in India. In his book Death: An Inside Story, he explains his concept of the self and its components. Keep reading to learn about the two parts of the self and why Sadhguru’s perspective might give you some encouragement.
What does the subconscious mind do? How does it free up mental energy and keep you safe? The subconscious mind is always at work, whether you realize it or not. In our guide to rewiring your subconscious, we explain how the subconscious mind forms automatic routines, influences your thoughts and decisions, and keeps you mentally and physically safe. Continue reading to learn what the subconscious mind does.
How did a little girl from Pakistan become a Nobel laureate? Why did Malala leave Pakistan? Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai was only 10 years old when the Taliban arrived in her hometown in Pakistan. When Malala was 15, the Taliban shot and nearly killed her. I Am Malala, a New York Times best-seller, is Malala’s autobiography. Continue reading for an overview of I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai.
What are the regions of the brain and their functions? How do your mind and body depend on your brain? The brain has five main regions, each playing a unique role: the limbic system, the basal ganglia, the prefrontal cortex, the anterior cingulate gyrus (ACG), and the temporal lobes. Dr. Daniel G. Amen discusses these five regions of the brain in his book Change Your Brain, Change Your Life. Keep reading to learn about the areas of the brain and what they do.
Do you struggle to stop doing things you shouldn’t? Why is it hard to change unhealthy habits? Your subconscious mind creates and relies on automatic routines, which has its advantages. But, this reliance has a negative flip side: It makes it difficult for you to break free from unhealthy habits. Read more to learn from Charles Duhigg, Tony Robbins, and others why it’s hard to break out of negative routines.
Are you afraid of death? Do you avoid thinking about it? Does an underlying sense of dread impact your joy of living? The fear of death is pervasive in our society. In Death: An Inside Story, spiritual teacher Sadhguru aims to inject some encouragement into the issue. He offers one specific perspective and three actions you can take to help you make peace with death. Continue reading to learn how to conquer the fear of death with Sadhguru’s recommendations.
What was Malala Yousafzai’s family like? What values did they pass on to her? Malala Yousafzai was born into poverty in a society that valued boys over girls and religious tradition over secular education. Yet, she became a Nobel-winning activist for girls’ education. The values of her family—compassion, gender equality, education, hospitality, and compassion—shaped her life early on. Read more to learn about the childhood of Malala Yousafzai.
Can food make you smarter? What’s wrong with traditional medical diagnosis? How can your brain physiology affect your behavior? Many people suffer from physical, mental, and cognitive problems. In Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, psychiatrist and brain health expert Dr. Daniel Amen argues that, to effectively treat and overcome these problems, you must help your brain recover from physical damage and enhance its overall health. Continue reading for several Dr. Daniel Amen quotes from Change Your Brain, Change Your Life that will give you a good sense of the book’s ideas.