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Cynical Theories by Helen Pluckrose & James Lindsay: Overview

What’s the best way to fight inequality in society? Why are some people anti-science? Why didn’t pure deconstructive postmodernism last longer? Over the last few decades, advocates for social justice on the left have become increasingly radical and authoritarian in their beliefs and methods. That’s the view expressed by Helen Pluckrose and James Lindsay in their book Cynical Theories. Read more to understand their argument and to learn what they promote as an alternative to the Social Justice Movement.

The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again—Book Overview

When was the last time you did something fun? What if fun didn’t have to take a backseat to your neverending list of adult responsibilities? For many of us, the older we get, the less we prioritize having fun. Catherine Price uses research and personal anecdotes to explain why fun is fundamental to living a happy and healthy life and how everyone can start having more fun. Continue reading for an overview of The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again.

Lead From the Future: Book Overview & Key Takeaways

Do short-range concerns leave you without the time to plan for the future of your business? Are you vulnerable to missing out on big opportunities and being caught off guard by major problems? In Lead From the Future, Mark W. Johnson and Josh Suskewicz offer business leaders a new mindset and strategic approach. This mindset and approach will promote the growth and relevance of their organizations far into the future. Continue reading for an overview of this how-to book for leaders.

Shirzad Chamine’s Positive Intelligence: Book Overview

Do you tend to self-sabotage? Is it possible to overcome destructive thinking patterns? Shirzad Chamine’s book, Positive Intelligence, reveals that your stress and unhappiness stem from destructive patterns of thinking known as Saboteurs. In his book, Chamine offers guidance on engaging with your higher self, the Sage, to overcome these adversaries and enhance various aspects of your life. Read on for a brief overview of Shirzad Chamine’s book Positive Intelligence.

Beyond Order: Quotes From Jordan Peterson to Inspire You

What’s a good attitude to have toward new ideas and methods? How might you find practical inspiration from the myths of old? What should you do in your marriage before you plan for romance? In the sequel Beyond Order, Jordan B. Peterson provides 12 more rules for life. He shares his perspectives on how and why to listen to your conscience, how to find the courage to take responsibility for yourself and your loved ones, and how to show up for life as fully as you can. Continue reading for several Beyond Order quotes that provide insight into the book’s

Michael Easter’s The Comfort Crisis: Book Overview

Are the comforts of modern life keeping you from living up to your full potential? How might you embrace discomfort and grow as a result? Michael Easter’s The Comfort Crisis argues that the abundance of comforts we live with in the modern, Western world counterintuitively hurts our health and happiness. He urges us to get back to our roots, embrace primitive discomforts, and improve our well-being by doing so. Continue reading for an overview of this book that encourages you to get out of your “comfortable” zone.

The Comfort Crisis: Quotes That Might Make You Uncomfortable

When was boredom pronounced dead? What might be causing you to put off things you really want to do? Has modern society made you too comfortable? In The Comfort Crisis, Michael Easter argues that crucial discomforts are becoming increasingly obsolete in the modern Western world. He asserts that our cozy conveniences harm our health and happiness by depriving us of challenges that our ancestors regularly faced. Keep reading for six The Comfort Crisis quotes that will make you think again about the modern comforts you enjoy.

20 Soft Skills Books You Need on Your Shelf

What are essential soft skills you need in your professional and personal life? What are the best soft skills books to read? Soft skills are interpersonal skills that help you work and interact with other people. The most important of these skills that you use in everyday life are communication, teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving, and time management. Below we’ve compiled a list of the best soft skills books, categorized by each skill.

YouTube Secrets: Book Overview & Key Takeaways

How do you come up with ideas for videos? What should you consider when you write a title for your videos? Is crowdfunding a viable method of making money on YouTube? In YouTube Secrets, Benji Travis and Sean Cannell walk you through a plan to create a successful YouTube channel. They discuss how to generate valuable content, build community, and develop revenue streams for your channel. Continue reading for an overview of this book that can put you on the road to YouTube success.

The Signal and the Noise by Nate Silver: Book Overview

Why do most predictions fail? How can we make better predictions that save people from catastrophic events? In The Signal and the Noise, Nate Silver argues that our predictions falter because of mental mistakes such as incorrect assumptions, overconfidence, and warped incentives. However, he also suggests that we can mitigate these thinking errors with the help of a method called Bayesian inference. Read below for a brief overview of The Signal and the Noise.