Shortform Books

The Zone of Genius: Where Your Passions & Skills Meet

What’s your particular genius? Have you experienced true creativity and contentment? In The Genius Zone, psychologist Gay Hendricks writes that the best way to stop living an unfulfilling life is to start tapping into your creativity. This happens in the Genius Zone. Hendricks discusses what it is, what’s unique about it, and how to recognize what’s in your zone of genius. Read on to learn about this special place where your passions and skills meet to serve others and bring you fulfillment.

Barriers to Change: How to Overcome the 2 Biggest Ones

What’s the key to overcoming barriers to change? What obstacles will you face on your self-improvement journey? Changing your life for the better sounds like a great idea until you hit major roadblocks. As Built Through Courage by Dave Hollis says, these roadblocks are your biggest fears and the expectations people have for you. Discover how to knock these obstacles down so you can make the necessary changes in life.

Summer Travel Tips for 2023: Avoid Crowds & Save Money

Are you planning to travel this summer? What can you do to save money and avoid the crowds? Nearly 85% of Americans plan to travel this summer, meaning you can expect big crowds, long lines, and high prices at popular destinations. Thankfully, there are some measures you can take so you can enjoy your summer vacation, stress-free. Keep reading for summer travel tips for avoiding crowds and major travel snags, and for staying on a budget.

How to Avoid Mistakes at Work: Take Thinking Sessions

Are you a leader that people depend on? How can you avoid mistakes at work? Mistakes are bound to happen in the workplace, but the great thing is that you can learn from them. Keith Cunningham’s book The Road Less Stupid says that you’ll be able to avoid making the same mistakes twice if you take the time to think about your decisions before making them. Continue reading to learn how to avoid mistakes at work.

Why Aren’t There More Transitional Species? Darwin Explains

Why aren’t there more transitional species? If Darwinian evolution is correct, wouldn’t we see it in progress? Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution has always stirred up controversy. He took the opportunity in the final edition of On the Origin of Species, published in 1872, to respond to some of the objections raised by skeptics. One of these is that we should see transitional species. Continue reading to learn how Darwin responded to this challenge.

What Is Wuwei? Confucianism’s Concept of Inaction

What is wuwei? Why does Confucius think everyone should have it? Confucius, in The Analects, urges people to live decent, moral lives. One way to do this is to go with the flow of righteousness and do nothing that’s against it. This is the philosophy of wuwei, Confucianism’s doctrine of inaction. Read more to learn what Confucius teaches about wuwei.

Jimmy Carter: Religion’s Role in His Extraordinary Life

What shook Jimmy Carter’s faith early in his political career? What did he do in response? For Jimmy Carter, religion is a guiding light in life. In his biography of Jimmy Carter, Jonathan Alter describes the former president as a devout Christian with a complicated history regarding civil rights and a legacy of selfless humanitarian work. Continue reading to learn about the role of faith at various points in Carter’s life and career.

How to Speak More Confidently: Belief in Yourself & Your Audience

Do you have a speaking engagement coming up? Are you nervous about it? Are you not sure you can make an impact? John C. Maxwell estimates that he’s spoken over 13,000 times throughout his career. He’s well-positioned to help you learn how to speak more confidently. In his book The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication, he shares encouragement and tips for easing your mind and coming across assuredly. Continue reading to learn how to believe in yourself and your audience when you speak.

How Climate Change Is Affecting Homeowners Insurance

Why is it a bad idea to buy a house in California or Florida right now? How is climate change affecting insurance? A growing number of US home insurers are limiting coverage, raising rates, and pulling out of states entirely as climate change-related natural disasters grow in frequency and intensity. Failure to address the problem will further destabilize already weakened insurance markets. Here’s what you need to know about climate change, insurance, and the housing market if you’re considering investing in property.

Hard Times Create Strong Men: Book Overview

Why does Aarnio claim that Western men are weak? How are weak men destroying society? What can men do to become stronger? In his book Hard Times Create Strong Men, Stefan Aarnio shares why Western men have grown weak and why this weakness is a problem. He also lays out his definition of a strong man and his ideas on how to be a strong man at work and in relationships. Read below for a brief Hard Times Create Strong Men book overview.