Shortform Books

Richard Cooper: How to Pull Off Dating Multiple Women

Think and Grow Rich: Sexual Transmutation Demystified

What are the benefits of dating several women? How can you successfully date multiple women at once? According to Richard Cooper, dating multiple women has two benefits. First, it reduces the possibility that you’ll continuously pine after one woman (who’s usually disinterested in you). Second, it teaches you the kind of woman you should focus on: You learn who you like and whether she’s interested or not. With this in mind, here’s how to pull off dating multiple women.

Loving What Is: The 4 Questions to Ask Yourself

What are the Loving What Is 4 questions? What is the purpose of each question? In Loving What Is, Byron Katie recommends asking yourself four questions, which, she claims, will change your life for the better. Specifically, these questions are designed to identify and address distorted and unhelpful thoughts that cloud your judgment and perception of the world. Let’s explore the purpose of each of these four questions.

The Russian Empire vs. the British Empire: Clash of Interests

How far did the Russian Empire extend? How was it a threat to the British Empire? Did this clash lead to World War I? The rise of the Russian Empire began in the early 1800s, and its eventual expansion posed a threat to the interests of the British Empire. The clash between these two powers impacted the world for years to come. Keep reading to learn about the Russian Empire vs. the British Empire.

How to Be Mentally Tough—Navy SEAL Mark Divine’s Advice

Wondering how to be mentally tough? How did Navy SEAL Mark Divine train his mind for mental toughness? What are the benefits? In his book Unbeatable Mind, Mark Divine explains his five-step system for developing a warrior mindset that fosters mental toughness. According to him, you must train your mind and body to be resilient both mentally and emotionally. Read on to learn how to be mentally tough to better manage life stressors, according to Divine’s advice.

Is Inequality Inevitable? Imagining an Alternate World

Is inequality inevitable? How did we come to view inequality this way and get stuck in unequal state-level societies? David Graeber and David Wengrow raise these questions in The Dawn of Everything. They suggest that understanding the complexity and diversity of different kinds of societies throughout history might prompt us to broaden our ideas about the possibilities for our contemporary societies. Keep reading for an invitation to consider these important questions, including an exercise to help you think through alternatives.

The Importance of Accountability in Government: A History

How is government accountability important to democracy? What can we learn from the history of democracy in England? One piece of the puzzle that makes up a modern liberal democracy is accountability—a state’s commitment to the rights and needs of the people it governs. In The Origins of Political Order, political economist Francis Fukuyama examines how government accountability evolved in England. Keep reading to learn about the history and the importance of accountability in government.

Building a Second Brain: Book Overview & Takeaways

What is the book Building a Second Brain by Tiago Forte about? What are the main takeaways of the book? In Building a Second Brain, Tiago Forte recommends storing valuable information in a digital store center that he calls a “Second Brain.” His book discusses the benefits of using a Second Brain, how to build one, and how to use one to maximize your productive and creative potential. Read below for a brief overview of the Building a Second Brain book.

ADHD Misdiagnosis: Why and How It Happens So Often

How does an ADHD misdiagnosis happen? How can you avoid making this mistake? ADHD misdiagnoses happen a lot more often than you think. In Driven to Distraction, Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey emphasize that it’s important to rule out other conditions before deciding on an ADHD diagnosis. Here’s why you need to be careful when diagnosing ADHD.

How to Open a Company: The 2 Essential Steps

Do you know how to open a company? How should you market your business? Once you’ve nailed down what you’re going to sell and you’ve established yourself as the creator of a solution, it’s time to move on to the next step. Sahil Lavingia’s book The Minimalist Entrepreneur says that you’ll be ready to open your business. Let’s look at Lavingia’s advice on how to open a company.

James Nestor: Breath (Book Overview)

What is James Nestor’s Breath about? What is the key message to take away from the book? In Breath, James Nestor argues that while the power of the breath is central to many Eastern traditions, it’s been largely ignored in the Western world. Modern medicine puts little emphasis on teaching people how to breathe correctly. However, Nestor asserts that by learning how to breathe well, we’ll improve our well-being, balance our emotions, and find more energy to live the lives we want. Below is a brief overview of Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor.