Shortform Books

Education and the Economy: The Real Connection

What do education and the economy have to do with each other? Is it true that widespread formal education increases wealth and opportunity? In Antifragile, Taleb argues that our belief that education leads to economic prosperity is false. Instead, he says that wealthy countries invest in education, and we confused this for the cause of the economic wealth. Keep reading to find out why the relationship between education and the economy are not what you think.

Greenlights Book Club Questions on Life & More

Are you looking for Greenlights book club questions? What kinds of lessons are in the book, and how can they apply to your own life? These Greenlights book club questions cover some of the major lessons in the book that McConaughey discusses. From the psychological to the spiritual, these topics can help you see your own life and your greenlights clearly. Keep reading for 25+ thought-provoking Greenlights book club questions.

How Democracies Die: Book Reveals Terrifying Future

What is the book How Democracies Die about? How does it explain democratic principles and how to preserve them? The book How Democracies Die explains how authoritarians come to power, and the terrifying path the U.S. is on. But it also explains how we can save our country from authoritarianism and save democracy. Read more about the book How Democracies Die and what it says about the future of the U.S.

5 Obstacles to Success and How to Overcome Them

What are the biggest obstacles to success? What are some of the universal things people do that prevent them from achieving their goals? Success doesn’t come without challenges. Knowing how to get past obstacles to success is key to living a life that’s inspired and purposeful. Here are five common obstacles to success you should be aware of.

What Is Convexity? The Antifragile Explanation

What is convexity? How does convexity relate to antifragility? In Antifragile, Taleb explains that antifragile systems thrive off randomness and the unexpected. Part of this is due to convexity—but what is convexity exactly? In this case, it’s when an effect of an event increases alongside the intensity of the event. Read more to find out what convexity is and how it relates to antifragility.

Does Your Partner Have a Lack of Drive? Try This

Have you noticed a lack of sex drive in your boyfriend or husband? Want tips on how to raise his libido again? According to Steve Harvey in his book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, there are ten great ways to re-stoke dampened fires in your relationship. We’ll go over them here and discuss the possible reasons behind your man’s lack of sex drive. Continue on for Steve Harvey’s advice on how to increase your man’s sex drive.

Stop Doing the Right Thing for the Wrong Reason

Do you perform good deeds to get on God’s good side? Do you flaunt your good deeds on social media or to your friends? In Everybody, Always, Bob Goff says that God doesn’t keep score of your good deeds—he expects you to do them. Flaunting your good deeds on social media or to your friends will not get you in God’s good graces. Stop doing the right thing for the wrong reason and become love. Continue reading to learn why you should stop doing the right thing for the wrong reason.

Adam Grant’s Originals: Book Overview

What is Adam Grant’s book Originals about? What do you think is the most important factor in generating original ideas? In his book Originals, Adam Grant describes the habits and practices of innovators so you too can innovate. You’ll learn the most important factor in generating novel ideas, how procrastination can actually help you generate better ideas, and how to rally an organization to your new idea. Here is a brief overview of Adam Grant’s Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World.

The Zimbardo Experiment: Why Was It Terminated?

What was the aim of the Zimbardo experiment? What was the reason the experiment was terminated earlier than its scheduled completion date? In 1971, psychologist Philip Zimbardo conducted a study to show that environmental factors (as opposed to dispositional characteristics) predispose people to act with violence towards others. Initially, the Zimbardo experiment was intended to run for two weeks but it was terminated after less than a week. Keep reading to learn why the Zimbardo experiment was terminated ahead of time.

Omega-3 vs. Omega-6: What’s the Difference?

What is the difference between the Omega-3 vs. Omega-6 fatty acids? What functions do they perform in the body? The main difference between the Omega-3 vs Omega-6 fatty acids is in the location of double bonds. Function-wise, Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for brain development and reducing anti-inflammatory response. Omega-6 fatty acids, on the other hand, are good for skin and lowering blood cholesterol, but they also promote an inflammatory response in the body. Learn about the difference between the Omega-3 vs Omega-6 fatty acids, their main food sources, and what functions they perform in the body.