Shortform Books

The Karmic Law: Liberal/Conservative Divide

How do liberals and conservatives view karmic law? How does karma fit in with our values of liberty and fairness? In his book The Righteous Mind, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt discusses how karmic law is part of the philosophy behind the Tea Party movement. This is because karma is entwined with our ideas of fairness and liberty. He explains how liberals and conservatives prioritize these values differently. Read more to learn how karmic law relates to our ideas of liberty and fairness.

Global Population Growth: Consequences and Solutions

How fast is the world’s population growing? Which countries are contributing the most? What are the main challenges of global population growth? The United Nations predicts that in 2050, the earth’s population will be 9.7 billion. Most of this growth will come from nine countries, including India, Nigeria, and the United States. Many of these countries are already contending with poverty, resource limitation, environmental destruction, or political conflict. Adding more people to the mix will multiply these issues. In this article, we’ll discuss the effects and implications of global population growth and take a look at some solutions.

Why Skills Trump Passion: 3 Stories That Explain

Have you heard that ability matters more than passion when it comes to finding work you love? Do you know why skills trump passion? Cal Newport believes that it’s easier for highly skilled people to write their own tickets when it comes to job choice, ultimately allowing them to do work they love. He shares three stories that illustrate why skills trump passion. One story is his own. Read more to learn why skills trump passion.

Negative Core Beliefs: How to Correct Them With CBT

What are core beliefs in CBT? How are core beliefs formed? How can you correct negative core beliefs? Core beliefs are central beliefs (positive or negative) that people hold about themselves and the world, often formed through early childhood experiences. Examples of negative core beliefs include “I am not good enough,” or “I am a failure.” Learning to manage negative core beliefs can help a patient navigate their lives with a more accurate viewpoint. Learn how to deal with negative core beliefs below.

3 Ways to Boost Your Immune System Naturally

How does the body protect itself from infections? Is it possible to influence this process to boost your immune response? The body mounts a defense against infections by releasing antibodies that neutralize foreign invaders such as viruses and bacteria. You can strengthen your immune system by eating a plant-based diet, exercising regularly, and supplementing with immunity-boosting compounds. In this article, we’ll take a look at ways to boost your immune system naturally through diet and exercise.

Tony Robbins: Questions to Start Your Day Right

What are Tony Robbins’ questions for empowerment? What kinds of questions should you ask yourself in the morning? According to Tony Robbins, questions are a great way to change your mindset. Ask the right questions and you’ll feel positive and optimistic. But ask the wrong questions, and you could put yourself in a bad mood for the rest of the day. Ask yourself empowering questions each morning to improve your mood and foster a positive mindset. Read on to find out Tony Robbins’ questions to ask yourself.

Take Control of Your Life by Learning to Accept Change

Are you the kind of person who puts a lot of effort into making sure things stay as they are? Do you resist change? Why is it important to accept change and learn to move on from the past? According to an old adage, the most constant thing in this life is change. Learning to accept change is an important part of readying yourself for success. Read more about why it’s important to accept change and some techniques to help you do it.

How to Close a Sale: 3 Proven Techniques

Are you having trouble closing sales? What are the most effective closing techniques? Knowing how to close a sale is a make-or-break skill in the sales profession. In his book Little Red of Selling, sales trainer Jeffrey Gitomer addresses three techniques that will help you clinch the deal: 1) help the buyer convince herself to buy, 2) eliminate the buyer’s risk, and 3) use customer testimonials. We’ll discuss these three sales techniques below.

Tony Robbins: Beliefs (Don’t Let Them Limit You)

What are Tony Robbins’ beliefs for empowerment? How do your beliefs impact your life? What can you do to overcome disempowering beliefs? According to Tony Robbins, beliefs control how you interpret and react to your life experiences. Tony Robbins’ beliefs for empowerment will help you reach your goals and navigate life in a positive way while disempowering beliefs perpetuate negative thoughts and harmful behavior. Find out more about Tony Robbins’ beliefs for empowerment below.

How to Schedule Your Day—The Indistractable Way

Do you want advice on how to schedule your day from Nir Eyal’s book Indistractable? What are the two essential elements of indistractable scheduling? Indistractable author Nir Eyal says that in order to stay on task and reach your goals, you need to schedule your days. To do that effectively, you should use timeboxing and leave no blank spaces. It is also helpful to adopt some new mindsets in order to maintain your schedule. Continue reading for Eyal’s advice on how to schedule your day from Indistractable.