Shortform Books

Thomas Paine: Government Is About Security

The Color of Law Review: Segregation by Law

What is the purpose of government? Do you think nations could live and cooperate effectively without a central rule? According to Thomas Paine, the government’s main purpose is to protect its citizens from the inherent vice in humanity and to provide its citizens with security. Because evil develops in society and among humans, they agree to enter into a contract where they give up some of their freedoms for protection from said evil. In this article, we will analyze Thomas Paine’s ideal government.

Tim Ferriss: Business Tips For Entrepreneurs

Do you dream of having your own business? What is the number one factor for becoming successful as a beginner entrepreneur? According to entrepreneur and lifestyle guru Tim Ferriss, the most important thing you need to get successful in business is 1,000 true fans. True fans become your direct source of income and the major marketing force for ordinary fans. Keep reading for Tim Ferriss’s business tips on how to start a successful venture and grow it.

The Key to Cooperative Relationships: Remove Bias

How do you get people from vastly different walks of life to cooperate with one another? What do you think is the main barrier to interpersonal cooperation? How can it be overcome? According to the Arbinger Institute, the key to effective cooperation is for all the involved parties to adopt the cooperative mindset. The Institute asserts that once you’re able to embody the cooperative mindset by removing your biases, focusing on seeing others as people, and acting according to your conscience, cooperation will come naturally. In this article, we’ll discuss how to encourage others to leave their biases behind and

The Influence of Commercials on Capitalism and Politics

How do television commercials influence purchasing decision-making? What’s the problem with making a purchase based on a tv commercial recommendation? Television commercials rely on images, emotions, and stories. Because of this, commercials are able to influence what you buy or who you support without providing you with market research or relevant facts to back it up. Here’s how the influence of commercials have spread from business to politics to our relationship with history.

Dale Carnegie: 7 Rules of Happiness

What Is the Secret to Living a Happy Life?

Is happiness a feasible goal to pursue? What are some ways to cultivate happiness and bring more joy into your life? Happiness may seem like an overly ambitious and rather vague goal to strive for. And although the feeling of intense happiness is indeed transient and fleeting, it’s possible to cultivate and maintain a generally happy mindset with these rules of happiness. Dale Carnegie’s seven rules of happiness will help you rediscover the joys of life you may have forgotten.

Lean Management System: How It Boosts Productivity

How does a lean management system maximize efficiency and productivity? What are its limitations? In Smarter Faster Better, Charles Duhigg explains how a lean management system contributes to productivity. He highlights one aspect of the lean method that he believes rises above the rest. Duhigg also provides a real-world example of the system and lays out its limitations. Read more to learn how a lean management system can boost productivity.

Morning Energy: Exercise and Diet Are the Keys

How is your morning energy level? Could you use more energy in the morning to get your day started right? In The Miracle Morning, Hal Elrod shares his routine for maximizing the first part of your day. This includes activities that boost your morning energy level. Elrod provides insights to help you leverage exercise and eating to get more energy in the morning. Read more to discover ways to boost your morning energy.

Housing Segregation Today and Why It Persists

Why do we still have housing segregation today? Why is it difficult to fix the causes of persistent housing segregation? We still have housing segregation today because of the historical legacy of segregationist public housing policies and the vicious cycle those policies created. Persistent problems like income disadvantages, race-blind policy, and flawed social programs have made it difficult to fix housing segregation. Read more to fully understand the nature of housing segregation today.

How to Reach the Flow State Through Activity

What activities help us enter the flow state? What can you do to transform any activity into a flow activity? Almost any activity can help you enter the flow state if approached in the right way. In order to turn an activity into a flow experience, you should follow the six steps detailed in this article. Continue below to learn more about reaching the flow state through activity.

Health and Success: Tips From the Titans

Are healthier people more successful? What health habits do successful people practice? Health and success go hand in hand. In his book Tools of Titans, entrepreneur and lifestyle guru Tim Ferris details the health practices of “titans”—highly successful people who are at the top of their game. The titans gave a broad set of advice for health. We’ve cataloged the breadth of ideas here.