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Fluid: The Approach Applied by Geniuses Over Centuries
Whether we are in a classroom or in the outside world, we are always forced to choose who we are. Always expected to walk towards a fixed goal. Never be uncertain, never fail or never alter our course. We are either artists or scientists or businessmen. We are being constantly reminded to embrace these identities with greater force. As they say, the more we remain folded in our fields, the better specialists we are.
Fluid shatters this myth by arguing that great minds who have changed the fate of humankind are actually the ones who failed, faltered or remained uncertain, yet never bothered to stay pasted to a rigid line.
They were more. They were fluid.
In captivating storytelling narrative, Ashish Jaiswal takes us through groundbreaking research unravelling what binds the likes of Leonardo da Vinci, CV Raman, Steve Jobs, Charles Darwin and other geniuses and why being fluid like them could be our biggest winning strategy in the age of artificial intelligence.
Read to learn the approach required for world-class innovations, groundbreaking solutions and game-changing ideas.
Fluid shatters this myth by arguing that great minds who have changed the fate of humankind are actually the ones who failed, faltered or remained uncertain, yet never bothered to stay pasted to a rigid line.
They were more. They were fluid.
In captivating storytelling narrative, Ashish Jaiswal takes us through groundbreaking research unravelling what binds the likes of Leonardo da Vinci, CV Raman, Steve Jobs, Charles Darwin and other geniuses and why being fluid like them could be our biggest winning strategy in the age of artificial intelligence.
Read to learn the approach required for world-class innovations, groundbreaking solutions and game-changing ideas.
256 pages, Paperback
First published October 15, 2018
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Ashish Jaiswal
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Phd (Education), University of Oxford
Associate Fellow, Oxford Centre for Higher Education Policy Studies, UK
Ashish Jaiswal thinks that most of our current practices of education are dangerously outdated and we need to bring a paradigm shift in the way we are preparing ourselves for the coming future. Ashish has spoken and taught all around the world on the shift needed. Fluid, his latest book, assimilates lessons from the approach applied by geniuses through out history and offers a fresh model of learning and thinking. His last book, How to Reform a Business School, includes an on campus multi-year case study of how Yale transformed its business school. Ashish’s debut book, True Dummy, is an internationally acclaimed inspirational fiction.
His written work has appeared in several publications, including The Guardian, India Today and The Hindu and has been covered by international media including BBC � Oxford, CKLN � Toronto, 33voices, USA, Gulf Today, UAE, NDTV, The Times of India, The Hindustan Times, The Asian Age and The Indian Express.
Ashish also advices schools, colleges, universities around the world on innovative curriculum and pedagogy.
Ashish holds a doctorate and a master’s in the field of education from the University of Oxford and is currently a research fellow at the Oxford Centre for Higher Education Policy Studies (OxCHEPS). OxCHEPS is an Oxford based independent think tank that works on improving understanding of higher education.
Ashish is also the founder of iHER (India for Higher Education Reforms), a community platform with over 100,000 of students, educationists and policymakers with the aim to discuss transformative ideas on education.
Phd (Education), University of Oxford
Associate Fellow, Oxford Centre for Higher Education Policy Studies, UK
Ashish Jaiswal thinks that most of our current practices of education are dangerously outdated and we need to bring a paradigm shift in the way we are preparing ourselves for the coming future. Ashish has spoken and taught all around the world on the shift needed. Fluid, his latest book, assimilates lessons from the approach applied by geniuses through out history and offers a fresh model of learning and thinking. His last book, How to Reform a Business School, includes an on campus multi-year case study of how Yale transformed its business school. Ashish’s debut book, True Dummy, is an internationally acclaimed inspirational fiction.
His written work has appeared in several publications, including The Guardian, India Today and The Hindu and has been covered by international media including BBC � Oxford, CKLN � Toronto, 33voices, USA, Gulf Today, UAE, NDTV, The Times of India, The Hindustan Times, The Asian Age and The Indian Express.
Ashish also advices schools, colleges, universities around the world on innovative curriculum and pedagogy.
Ashish holds a doctorate and a master’s in the field of education from the University of Oxford and is currently a research fellow at the Oxford Centre for Higher Education Policy Studies (OxCHEPS). OxCHEPS is an Oxford based independent think tank that works on improving understanding of higher education.
Ashish is also the founder of iHER (India for Higher Education Reforms), a community platform with over 100,000 of students, educationists and policymakers with the aim to discuss transformative ideas on education.
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December 21, 2018
‘Fluid has the power to transform the entire thinking and learning landscape with a single stroke.�
� 33voices, Global conversation platform of business leaders and thinkers
‘Fluid is a smart and well-researched book that easily crosses disciplines, in the search for a new understanding of learning and the mind. Rich in narrative detail and storytelling, it brings the reader forward and back in history in a way that inspires, instructs, and delights. This book should be of great interest to anyone interested in developing a more “fluid� style.�
� Rebecca Givens Rolland, A world-renowned expert in education and a tutor at Harvard Graduate School of Education
‘I think one of the misfortunes of Indian education is that it is not rooted in our own traditions. There are many scientific texts from ancient India, which have not been studied by us…Ashish has taken an important step in addressing the problem of the lack of knowledge of our ancient texts through his book Fluid� His book is a must-read.�
� Amish Tripathi, Celebrated Indian author
‘Groundbreaking book in many sense. You will not look at education the same way again. Very interesting for every learner. Equally interesting for teachers and parents.�
� Sam Pitroda, Internationally renowned telecom inventor and thinker with 100 worldwide patents under his name
‘A stimulating introduction to another and different � and exciting � world of thinking and learning.'
- Professor David Palfreyman, OBE, Fellow, New College, University of Oxford
‘In a world where business models are getting disrupted everyday, Ashish argues very effectively that there new managers need to be cultivated differently. Fluid describes this very aptly. A must read!�
- Nitish Jain, President, S P Jain School of Global Management
‘Fluid is a very forward thinking book. It supports the idea that the boundaries we impose on knowledge are not pertinent anymore and builds on the many example of fluid thinkers of the past.�
� Mehdi Lazar, Head of School, Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley, California, and author of
several books on pedagogy and international education
� 33voices, Global conversation platform of business leaders and thinkers
‘Fluid is a smart and well-researched book that easily crosses disciplines, in the search for a new understanding of learning and the mind. Rich in narrative detail and storytelling, it brings the reader forward and back in history in a way that inspires, instructs, and delights. This book should be of great interest to anyone interested in developing a more “fluid� style.�
� Rebecca Givens Rolland, A world-renowned expert in education and a tutor at Harvard Graduate School of Education
‘I think one of the misfortunes of Indian education is that it is not rooted in our own traditions. There are many scientific texts from ancient India, which have not been studied by us…Ashish has taken an important step in addressing the problem of the lack of knowledge of our ancient texts through his book Fluid� His book is a must-read.�
� Amish Tripathi, Celebrated Indian author
‘Groundbreaking book in many sense. You will not look at education the same way again. Very interesting for every learner. Equally interesting for teachers and parents.�
� Sam Pitroda, Internationally renowned telecom inventor and thinker with 100 worldwide patents under his name
‘A stimulating introduction to another and different � and exciting � world of thinking and learning.'
- Professor David Palfreyman, OBE, Fellow, New College, University of Oxford
‘In a world where business models are getting disrupted everyday, Ashish argues very effectively that there new managers need to be cultivated differently. Fluid describes this very aptly. A must read!�
- Nitish Jain, President, S P Jain School of Global Management
‘Fluid is a very forward thinking book. It supports the idea that the boundaries we impose on knowledge are not pertinent anymore and builds on the many example of fluid thinkers of the past.�
� Mehdi Lazar, Head of School, Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley, California, and author of
several books on pedagogy and international education
September 22, 2018
Incredible is the only word. I received fluid as part of a review give away and right from the 1st page it was clear that I have stumbled upon a gem. I am sure this book will achieve many milestones. Fluid starts with the classical battle between the mathematical mind and artistic soul and presents extensive research on how our mind can evolve into a genius mind with amazing ease. I would have written more but was instructed not to reveal the discoveries in my review. The chapter on iPhone design and its design journey is mind blowing. Although at places fluid reads bit India centric, it is a welcome insight.
April 3, 2019
Publisher Wisdom Tree
Publication date 15 Oct 2018
Language English
Book length 256
The fluid is mainly a book about fluid movement between occupation in the era of super specialization.
The tittle is appropriate and the cover simple yet intriguing.
The author set the mood of the book by mentioning certain prominent person who were extremely fluid and successful in their careers . The author basically urges the readers to follow their dream even if it is completely different from their training and education.
The concept were beautifully explained with the help of a loosely knitted story line .
The language used was simple and clear .
The narration crisp and on point. The research by the author is extensive which makes the hard work evident .
Overall it was a highly enlightening book and would highly recommend as it provides us a much needed break from the world of super specialization.
Thanks to the author for trusting me with this review copy and extremely sorry for the delay.
Publication date 15 Oct 2018
Language English
Book length 256
The fluid is mainly a book about fluid movement between occupation in the era of super specialization.
The tittle is appropriate and the cover simple yet intriguing.
The author set the mood of the book by mentioning certain prominent person who were extremely fluid and successful in their careers . The author basically urges the readers to follow their dream even if it is completely different from their training and education.
The concept were beautifully explained with the help of a loosely knitted story line .
The language used was simple and clear .
The narration crisp and on point. The research by the author is extensive which makes the hard work evident .
Overall it was a highly enlightening book and would highly recommend as it provides us a much needed break from the world of super specialization.
Thanks to the author for trusting me with this review copy and extremely sorry for the delay.
September 21, 2018
Absolutely speaking with my heart, Fluid has an everlasting impact on me. In terms of its writing style, this is one of the most unusual books I have come across. It reads almost like a flowing tranquil river and takes us deep inside the actual understanding of arts, sciences and business through most unheard aspects of geniuses from different walks of life. It remarkably explains how our mainstream learning often limits our understanding. I now look at my failures and uncertain mind in a positive light. Also, I always dreamt of a trip to India and after reading fluid my urge has become stronger than ever before. Fluid is a classic.
February 7, 2019
Be more than what you are taught to be.
With this line on the cover of this non-fiction book, I knew what I should be expecting from it. And I am pretty much glad that my presumptions about it have been surpassed manifolds. I am really happy to make the right pick!
The book kickstarts with a few anecdotes to highlight our discipline-centric approach to education. It begins with explaining anti-fluidity and slowly moves towards the coveted subject of Fluidity. Now you would be wondering whether what the heck is all about fluid & anti-fluid. I leave that for you to find out!
I never thought that a non-fiction book could be interesting but this one has broken my mental barriers. I was bound to love it for its unique content and fantastic narrative. It primarily deals with the education system and the reservations we have for subjects. A normal person is of the opinion that once you are into business, you should be doing only that. Once you have taken up arts, science is of no use to you. Once physics becomes your forte, why to even shed a thought to pursuing other disciplines? And this is where exactly the author hits.
We are driven by island-centric education i.e. we converge all our energy and intelligence to move in one direction only. We believe in gaining expertise in a particular field. We are taught that Jack of all trades is good for none. That being 'Jack' is never going to do us any good. That the T-shaped structure of education is what we must be relying on. But while you are harboring these key 'learnings' in your head, Goethe's and Vinci's examples would shake the ground off your feet. Trust me, you wouldn't have ever imagined that a world-famous artist was actually a STEM expert. We live in the bubble that Non-STEM subjects have no value. But if you just look in the past, your myths would be dispelled. Very well known architects, painters, mathematicians were absolutely amazing writers, painters, and poets too. This is the reality that challenges our rigid approach to education. The author discards the division of our brains as left and right. He lays emphasis on being open to all the disciplines simultaneously. He puts it that being Jack is a wonderful thing for your personality. Through the fluid-wheel model of specialization, he brings forth the necessary attitude we must have toward education. As he says,
Be formless, shapeless, like water. Be water, my friend.
I loved the book to the core. It has been made interesting by providing some stupefying insights into the minds of great people. This book is easy to read with unique concepts and lucid language. It busts our myths intelligently. It makes us curious to pursue the exploration. It gives us a fresh perspective which is crucial for us to sustain and thrive with abundance.
So, for any type of reader, regardless of the fact that you read or not, pick up this book for it has some valuable thoughts to stimulate and nourish your brains!
With this line on the cover of this non-fiction book, I knew what I should be expecting from it. And I am pretty much glad that my presumptions about it have been surpassed manifolds. I am really happy to make the right pick!
The book kickstarts with a few anecdotes to highlight our discipline-centric approach to education. It begins with explaining anti-fluidity and slowly moves towards the coveted subject of Fluidity. Now you would be wondering whether what the heck is all about fluid & anti-fluid. I leave that for you to find out!
I never thought that a non-fiction book could be interesting but this one has broken my mental barriers. I was bound to love it for its unique content and fantastic narrative. It primarily deals with the education system and the reservations we have for subjects. A normal person is of the opinion that once you are into business, you should be doing only that. Once you have taken up arts, science is of no use to you. Once physics becomes your forte, why to even shed a thought to pursuing other disciplines? And this is where exactly the author hits.
We are driven by island-centric education i.e. we converge all our energy and intelligence to move in one direction only. We believe in gaining expertise in a particular field. We are taught that Jack of all trades is good for none. That being 'Jack' is never going to do us any good. That the T-shaped structure of education is what we must be relying on. But while you are harboring these key 'learnings' in your head, Goethe's and Vinci's examples would shake the ground off your feet. Trust me, you wouldn't have ever imagined that a world-famous artist was actually a STEM expert. We live in the bubble that Non-STEM subjects have no value. But if you just look in the past, your myths would be dispelled. Very well known architects, painters, mathematicians were absolutely amazing writers, painters, and poets too. This is the reality that challenges our rigid approach to education. The author discards the division of our brains as left and right. He lays emphasis on being open to all the disciplines simultaneously. He puts it that being Jack is a wonderful thing for your personality. Through the fluid-wheel model of specialization, he brings forth the necessary attitude we must have toward education. As he says,
Be formless, shapeless, like water. Be water, my friend.
I loved the book to the core. It has been made interesting by providing some stupefying insights into the minds of great people. This book is easy to read with unique concepts and lucid language. It busts our myths intelligently. It makes us curious to pursue the exploration. It gives us a fresh perspective which is crucial for us to sustain and thrive with abundance.
So, for any type of reader, regardless of the fact that you read or not, pick up this book for it has some valuable thoughts to stimulate and nourish your brains!
October 27, 2018
The book brings out the best of what we were missing for centuries. Though we feel proud of boasting about sending(knowledge export)our best people to the U.S and European nation to work in Fortune 500 companies, what we miss out is that these may become redundant in the next 30 years or so.
For over a certain period of time, many educationists have been voicing their opinion about bringing in a change in our present system which makes us to memorize the content rather than reading them and understanding them. We cannot deny the fact that our kids have been taught about answering to the questions. Don't you feel it should be the other way round? That the kids should be taught to ask questions which would improve their knowledge to a considerable level as they would understand more about the subject by digging deep into it.
Ashish who holds a Doctorate from the renowned Oxford University in Education apart from his Masters in the same University has brought out a distinct way of learning which we have been missing big time. He classifies the students as per the World standards as STEM and non-STEM where STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics whereas non-STEM stream includes all that aren't covered which includes liberal arts, humanities, history etc.,
Author has compared some of the genius minds in the World as to how they differed among others by showing interest not only in the field in which they excelled but also in the other field which were totally different or at least to us, not connected. This includes Isaac Newton who despite being a great scientist had shown great care over his body that he sports a 6 pack in William Blake's drawing(Pic is given in the book). Leonardo Da Vinci who was the greatest artist of all time took great care in his physical appearance and even in his old age, h designed and wore bright colorful robes which were often worn by younger men during his time.
Sir C.V. Raman who was the recipient of Nobel Prize in Physics is the uncle of another Nobel Laureate Subramanyam Chandrasekhar. Not many knows that C.V.Raman showed great interest in music instrument(Mridangam).
Apple's Co-Founder Steve Jobs did not complete his formal education but that did not stop him in founding the company and the products(iPhone,iPod,iPad) which made the company the First Trillion Dollar Company in the World.
The book has many such references which makes it an interesting read because it would invariably make you think and apply your mind and would not indulge in making your kid confined to your like/mindset making them study Medicine/Engineering etc., just because you were one...
For over a certain period of time, many educationists have been voicing their opinion about bringing in a change in our present system which makes us to memorize the content rather than reading them and understanding them. We cannot deny the fact that our kids have been taught about answering to the questions. Don't you feel it should be the other way round? That the kids should be taught to ask questions which would improve their knowledge to a considerable level as they would understand more about the subject by digging deep into it.
Ashish who holds a Doctorate from the renowned Oxford University in Education apart from his Masters in the same University has brought out a distinct way of learning which we have been missing big time. He classifies the students as per the World standards as STEM and non-STEM where STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics whereas non-STEM stream includes all that aren't covered which includes liberal arts, humanities, history etc.,
Author has compared some of the genius minds in the World as to how they differed among others by showing interest not only in the field in which they excelled but also in the other field which were totally different or at least to us, not connected. This includes Isaac Newton who despite being a great scientist had shown great care over his body that he sports a 6 pack in William Blake's drawing(Pic is given in the book). Leonardo Da Vinci who was the greatest artist of all time took great care in his physical appearance and even in his old age, h designed and wore bright colorful robes which were often worn by younger men during his time.
Sir C.V. Raman who was the recipient of Nobel Prize in Physics is the uncle of another Nobel Laureate Subramanyam Chandrasekhar. Not many knows that C.V.Raman showed great interest in music instrument(Mridangam).
Apple's Co-Founder Steve Jobs did not complete his formal education but that did not stop him in founding the company and the products(iPhone,iPod,iPad) which made the company the First Trillion Dollar Company in the World.
The book has many such references which makes it an interesting read because it would invariably make you think and apply your mind and would not indulge in making your kid confined to your like/mindset making them study Medicine/Engineering etc., just because you were one...
July 10, 2020
"Be water, my friend"
Fluid by Ashish Jaiswal is not only an inspirational book but, it is groundbreaking and so out of the box.
Beginning with three little fictional stories to depict the anti-fluid mindsets or the problems that people encounter because of their restrictive attitudes, the author brought our attention to what is wrong and then, the reader is taken to the stories from famous people so shaped the world of today and what in their personalities was different which inspired them to make a significant change and reshape the society. Not only that, but it also consists of some mind-boggling facts that are not very popular and made me gasp.
What I admired about the book was how the key learnings from these outstanding people were wrapped up together and were shown as interconnected. I loved how the author has motivated the reader to constantly challenge the status quo and to not walk on the pre-determined path. Another brilliant thing that the author is done that he has, very precisely highlighted the drastic shortcomings of isolating disciplines and the problem with our present education system which is producing degree holders who are not employable. But while doing that, he has also not failed to throw light on India's innumerable contributions to the world.
This book has really challenged my strong held beliefs and most importantly inspired all its readers to not confine themselves but to broaden their prospects of learning to every field out there. Which is the best part of this book.
This book is a good read; from the font to the chapter structuring, it is fantastically produced. I loved the diagrams and also the notes and references provided by the author for ease of understanding.
I love a brilliantly researched book and Fluid is one. If you enjoy an educative, belief-shattering, innovative and unique book then Fluid should be your next pick.
Fluid by Ashish Jaiswal is not only an inspirational book but, it is groundbreaking and so out of the box.
Beginning with three little fictional stories to depict the anti-fluid mindsets or the problems that people encounter because of their restrictive attitudes, the author brought our attention to what is wrong and then, the reader is taken to the stories from famous people so shaped the world of today and what in their personalities was different which inspired them to make a significant change and reshape the society. Not only that, but it also consists of some mind-boggling facts that are not very popular and made me gasp.
What I admired about the book was how the key learnings from these outstanding people were wrapped up together and were shown as interconnected. I loved how the author has motivated the reader to constantly challenge the status quo and to not walk on the pre-determined path. Another brilliant thing that the author is done that he has, very precisely highlighted the drastic shortcomings of isolating disciplines and the problem with our present education system which is producing degree holders who are not employable. But while doing that, he has also not failed to throw light on India's innumerable contributions to the world.
This book has really challenged my strong held beliefs and most importantly inspired all its readers to not confine themselves but to broaden their prospects of learning to every field out there. Which is the best part of this book.
This book is a good read; from the font to the chapter structuring, it is fantastically produced. I loved the diagrams and also the notes and references provided by the author for ease of understanding.
I love a brilliantly researched book and Fluid is one. If you enjoy an educative, belief-shattering, innovative and unique book then Fluid should be your next pick.
February 14, 2022
True education is expanding and never contracting into a chamber. Author gives example of conversation between Rishi Markendaya and a king, mentioned in Vishnudharmottara Purana. King only asked to teach construction of Murti (idol). But Rishi brought one after another subjects for e.g. singing, dancing, playing instruments etc, which were needed to master, before learning art of making murti.
However, in this age of specialization, above education are rare. Only few organizations like Auroville and Isha School offer such type of learning.
However, in this age of specialization, above education are rare. Only few organizations like Auroville and Isha School offer such type of learning.
November 27, 2018
“Some books should be tasted, some devoured, but only a few should be chewed and digested thoroughly.�
Ashish Jaiswal’s book Fluid comes in the latter part. This book is in a true sense enlightening.
So when I recently stumbled upon the book ‘Fluid by Ashish Jaiswal� I started thinking about our present ‘Indian Education System� and it’s catastrophic impact on us.
The moment we are born, people around us start telling us what to do and what not to do, in short, they try to mold us. But the real defining point comes, we when start our education. Where we are trained to or rather forced to choose certain disciplines.
We are being shaped and trained to think that “Jack of all trades is master of none�, and unfortunately we are letting them and in the process, we are also, in Author’s word ‘boxing our creative side�. Be more than what you are taught to be and it clearly denotes this point in every chapter that it speaks with its audience.
Education is a must but not to box our thinking, but to make our foundation strong. We need Out-Of-The-Box approach in our Education system. I think we need to explore more of the different arenas. And as the tagline of the book so aptly says, we need to “Be more than what you are taught to be�
“The educational journey of these wanderers inspires the idea of being fluid.�
Author Ashish has given many examples of Geniuses like Leonardo Da Vinci, Johann Wolfgang, Dr. C. V. Raman e.t.c. in various fields who always explored beyond their field and became successful at that. The book has many such references which makes it more interesting to read.
The book is a fascinating eye-opener. Author has done thorough research before putting the book together and it is quite visible in his book. The Author has made the reading more interesting by giving us facts, original letters, diagrams and illustrations of many geniuses in the book.
And with regards to the language, I actually love the language in ‘Fluid�, leave alone finding it something to rail against. It has a kind of an austere beauty to it, a kind of ‘fluid flow� from one chapter to another. Every chapter enlightens you and gives you more insight.
Ashish Jaiswal’s book Fluid comes in the latter part. This book is in a true sense enlightening.
So when I recently stumbled upon the book ‘Fluid by Ashish Jaiswal� I started thinking about our present ‘Indian Education System� and it’s catastrophic impact on us.
The moment we are born, people around us start telling us what to do and what not to do, in short, they try to mold us. But the real defining point comes, we when start our education. Where we are trained to or rather forced to choose certain disciplines.
We are being shaped and trained to think that “Jack of all trades is master of none�, and unfortunately we are letting them and in the process, we are also, in Author’s word ‘boxing our creative side�. Be more than what you are taught to be and it clearly denotes this point in every chapter that it speaks with its audience.
Education is a must but not to box our thinking, but to make our foundation strong. We need Out-Of-The-Box approach in our Education system. I think we need to explore more of the different arenas. And as the tagline of the book so aptly says, we need to “Be more than what you are taught to be�
“The educational journey of these wanderers inspires the idea of being fluid.�
Author Ashish has given many examples of Geniuses like Leonardo Da Vinci, Johann Wolfgang, Dr. C. V. Raman e.t.c. in various fields who always explored beyond their field and became successful at that. The book has many such references which makes it more interesting to read.
The book is a fascinating eye-opener. Author has done thorough research before putting the book together and it is quite visible in his book. The Author has made the reading more interesting by giving us facts, original letters, diagrams and illustrations of many geniuses in the book.
And with regards to the language, I actually love the language in ‘Fluid�, leave alone finding it something to rail against. It has a kind of an austere beauty to it, a kind of ‘fluid flow� from one chapter to another. Every chapter enlightens you and gives you more insight.
October 15, 2018
Fluid was a real revelation to me. The author shares his conclusions and thoughts on how to live a meaningful life. How to create your own reality, never stop and not be afraid to fail, but to be grateful to different, even a negative experience. Ashish Jaiswal very well uses examples from the lives of famous and successful people. This book is just a breath of fresh air for those who strive to understand themselves and the world around them and achieve happiness and success!
October 12, 2018
Wonderful, great book! I want to especially note the unique, original style of the author. Reading what Ashish Jaiswal writes is a joy for the mind, reading how exactly he writes this great aesthetic pleasure!
October 7, 2018
Fluid turned my views not only on education, but also on my lifestyle in general. This is an excellent, very clever and incredibly deep book about how we live. Fluid is a book that needs to be re-read from time to time. That book is so unusual and multifaceted that I will re-read this Ashish Jaiswal 's work after a while. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves unusual, clever literature.
October 7, 2018
Beautiful, smart and wise book. I got real pleasure when I read it. This is not just another book with commonplace truths. Fluid by Ashish Jaiswal is a book that can change the way of thinking and lifestyle. If you seriously and thoughtfully treat this book, then one is able to change his own life for the better.
September 18, 2020
Book: Fluid by Ashish Jaiswal
Page:234 pages only
"Be formless, shapeless, like water. You put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle it becomes.......... Now, the water can flow or it can crash. Be water, my friend."-- Bruce Lee
💡The new Education policy of India made me re-read this book after two years. The author, who holds a PhD in Education & a Master's in Higher Education from the University of Oxford, takes his readers through groundbreaking research and unrevealed facts about some of the greatest minds(Leonardo da Vinci, Isaac Newton, Novel Laureate C V Raman, Steve Jobs are few examples of it). The Book is full of amazing and surprising stories of Geniuses over centuries and their approach of learning with a story-like narrative that can be understood by any schoolgoer.
The Education system we are currently part of, forces a person to choose a specific course after 10thgrade. And many a times the pressure to choose a specific discipline (Art/Science/Commerce) starts from the earlier stage of schooling due to the society & Education system we are part of. Unknowingly but this pressure puts a person into a rigid box, a box where the person wants to be a specialist in his own field and denies to explore other areas of learning, shows the anti-fluid aspect of his mind.
💌So in this book the author has left no stone unturned while explaining how artists are doing Science, scientists are doing Arts and Businessmen are doing Arts & Sciences. He explains the dangers of Entering Machine age with an anti-fluid mind and how Artificial Intelligence is a big threat to human beings if we don't change the approach of our learning.
He also simplifies how to be water or fluid, how to find our the balance between Knowledge & Money and the elements that shapes one's thinking. It's a well researched, informative and highly recommended book to each and every individual who wants to expand his knowledge.
The only problem with this book is the spelling errors which I found insignificant with compare to the wisdom it provides.
Page:234 pages only
"Be formless, shapeless, like water. You put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle it becomes.......... Now, the water can flow or it can crash. Be water, my friend."-- Bruce Lee
💡The new Education policy of India made me re-read this book after two years. The author, who holds a PhD in Education & a Master's in Higher Education from the University of Oxford, takes his readers through groundbreaking research and unrevealed facts about some of the greatest minds(Leonardo da Vinci, Isaac Newton, Novel Laureate C V Raman, Steve Jobs are few examples of it). The Book is full of amazing and surprising stories of Geniuses over centuries and their approach of learning with a story-like narrative that can be understood by any schoolgoer.
The Education system we are currently part of, forces a person to choose a specific course after 10thgrade. And many a times the pressure to choose a specific discipline (Art/Science/Commerce) starts from the earlier stage of schooling due to the society & Education system we are part of. Unknowingly but this pressure puts a person into a rigid box, a box where the person wants to be a specialist in his own field and denies to explore other areas of learning, shows the anti-fluid aspect of his mind.
💌So in this book the author has left no stone unturned while explaining how artists are doing Science, scientists are doing Arts and Businessmen are doing Arts & Sciences. He explains the dangers of Entering Machine age with an anti-fluid mind and how Artificial Intelligence is a big threat to human beings if we don't change the approach of our learning.
He also simplifies how to be water or fluid, how to find our the balance between Knowledge & Money and the elements that shapes one's thinking. It's a well researched, informative and highly recommended book to each and every individual who wants to expand his knowledge.
The only problem with this book is the spelling errors which I found insignificant with compare to the wisdom it provides.
July 18, 2021
It's a beautiful read bringing in a new perspective, showcasing how a master of one trade is made by first being a jack of many trades.
Filled with some amazing examples,
Definitely worth a read.
Filled with some amazing examples,
Definitely worth a read.
December 5, 2019
"Heard a lot about this book. Finally, it's in my hand now." I feel privileged to have it. The author has done an amazing job conveying this content in light to understand how essential to be fluid. Rigidity(to work in one field) never works for those who wanted to expose themselves to spark like a rainbow.
Discussions, supported theories, lives of remarkable people, explanations with the ablest research was done at par in this book. Each learner has every right to explore, wander, withdraw or even fail at any juncture of their journey. The author also showed healthy debate over most of the stereotypes, the conventional system that we follow. I almost agreed with "LIKE A TWO FACED SNAKE, OUR TWO-FACED EDUCATION." To become a specialist is the tag for each student for future security or a safe future. This pressure comes from society to parent to child. Our Indian education system is fully equipped in theoretical than practical.
This book is a must-read for everyone. It gives brief insight including Science, Medicine, Education, Literature, AI, Art, and Engineering. It speaks loud which is so helpful for young minds too.
Easy language and lucid narration. Very impactful engagement once the reader dwells in reading the book. Subject and theme utterly designed well to free oneself from the rigidity. At most of the points, we agree and resonate very well.
I JUST WANT YOU GUYS TO READ THIS BOOK, SAYING THAT, RECOMMENDATIONS WOULD BE NOT FAIR ENOUGH. IT IS MUST HAVE BOOK.
Discussions, supported theories, lives of remarkable people, explanations with the ablest research was done at par in this book. Each learner has every right to explore, wander, withdraw or even fail at any juncture of their journey. The author also showed healthy debate over most of the stereotypes, the conventional system that we follow. I almost agreed with "LIKE A TWO FACED SNAKE, OUR TWO-FACED EDUCATION." To become a specialist is the tag for each student for future security or a safe future. This pressure comes from society to parent to child. Our Indian education system is fully equipped in theoretical than practical.
This book is a must-read for everyone. It gives brief insight including Science, Medicine, Education, Literature, AI, Art, and Engineering. It speaks loud which is so helpful for young minds too.
Easy language and lucid narration. Very impactful engagement once the reader dwells in reading the book. Subject and theme utterly designed well to free oneself from the rigidity. At most of the points, we agree and resonate very well.
I JUST WANT YOU GUYS TO READ THIS BOOK, SAYING THAT, RECOMMENDATIONS WOULD BE NOT FAIR ENOUGH. IT IS MUST HAVE BOOK.
November 18, 2019
A book that must be read by everyone. The theme of the book is eye opening for a lot of people and the it's a topic that's required to be read. The title itself is capturing and totally appropriate. The language used is lucid and the narration is set at a moderate pace. The cover is nice and minimal. Focusing on growing in every dimension, Fluid lead the plot by examples of various well know people whose other talents aren't really known to the world. The book teaches due to be infinite and not just restricted to one niche. It's a wonderful wonderful book and definitely recommend.
September 22, 2018
Fluid is in the league of Sapiens. It is one book that everyone must read to realize how crucial fluid mind will be in the age of artificial intelligence. One of the amazing quality of fluid is its writing � the research is presented in almost storytelling style. I wish there wasn't a restriction in the give away on sharing the names of geniuses and their life journeys.
March 28, 2019
Fluid by Ashish Jaiswal is probably the best non-fiction I've ever read. I immensely enjoyed it. The topics covered by the Author in the book are top notch.
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Ever since I could remember, School, Colleges and Education meant getting the highest scores if you wanna build a good career and end up in a good job. Understand what you read or just mug up, but you gotta score more. It's very rare to hear that do what you love, read whatever you want to, pursue what you're passionate about.
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But the stories put forward by the Author will make you see how the great things in the world were out of the box. How great people did what they were passionate about.
The stories were fascinating. All of them.
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Ashish Jaiswal's research is so distinctly visible in the book. Fluid is absolutely amazing ! At first I was quite skeptical thinking here goes another book of do's and dont's, the same do this, follow that, you'll be at peace and blah ! But this was really different. The writing style, narrating a non-fiction, the informations, oh I loved everything !
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Ever since I could remember, School, Colleges and Education meant getting the highest scores if you wanna build a good career and end up in a good job. Understand what you read or just mug up, but you gotta score more. It's very rare to hear that do what you love, read whatever you want to, pursue what you're passionate about.
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But the stories put forward by the Author will make you see how the great things in the world were out of the box. How great people did what they were passionate about.
The stories were fascinating. All of them.
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Ashish Jaiswal's research is so distinctly visible in the book. Fluid is absolutely amazing ! At first I was quite skeptical thinking here goes another book of do's and dont's, the same do this, follow that, you'll be at peace and blah ! But this was really different. The writing style, narrating a non-fiction, the informations, oh I loved everything !
October 14, 2018
I have long been acquainted with Ashish Jaiswal's book. I read his first book - True Dummy and was amazed at the depth of thoughts and subtlety of the feelings of this person. I did not doubt that Fluid: The Approach Applied by Geniuses Over Centuries by Ashish Jaiswal is another masterpiece. But the impressions of this book surpassed all my the most daring expectations. I am sure that Ashish Jaiswal is waiting for a big success!
October 4, 2018
Fluid is not just a book, for me this book has become a grand event that has changed my life. I completely revised my views not only on my past, but also on how I live now. I will definitely re-read this book again and again. Fluid gives an unusual motivation, but gives it in very unobtrusively way. This is exactly the unique approach from the position of "soft power" that suits people like me. It is very difficult for me to attribute this book to a particular genre, but I am sure that everyone who reads this will find something unique for himself.
May 18, 2019
The tagline of the book is 'Be more than what you are taught to be' and I think this line aptly represents the purpose & main point of this book.
The cover, the title and the blurb are very thoughtful. The author has covered a very important topic through this book and I can gladly say, that this book has a strong case and examples supporting young minds to think out of box and defining their own new ways.
Whether we are in a classroom or in the outside world, we are always forced to choose who we are. Always expected to walk towards a fixed goal. Never be uncertain, never fail or never alter our course. We are either artists or scientists or businessmen. We are being constantly reminded to embrace these identities with greater force. As they say, the more we remain folded in our fields, the better specialists we are.
Fluid shatters this myth by arguing that great minds who have changed the fate of humankind are actually the ones who failed, faltered or remained uncertain, yet never bothered to stay pasted to a rigid line. They were more. They were fluid.
This is one nonfiction book that I would recommend to almost every young reader who is struggling to fit in and adjust to the terms of the society. The examples in the book are very inspiring and the author has put in a lot of research in putting together this book.
Definitely a must read!
The cover, the title and the blurb are very thoughtful. The author has covered a very important topic through this book and I can gladly say, that this book has a strong case and examples supporting young minds to think out of box and defining their own new ways.
Whether we are in a classroom or in the outside world, we are always forced to choose who we are. Always expected to walk towards a fixed goal. Never be uncertain, never fail or never alter our course. We are either artists or scientists or businessmen. We are being constantly reminded to embrace these identities with greater force. As they say, the more we remain folded in our fields, the better specialists we are.
Fluid shatters this myth by arguing that great minds who have changed the fate of humankind are actually the ones who failed, faltered or remained uncertain, yet never bothered to stay pasted to a rigid line. They were more. They were fluid.
This is one nonfiction book that I would recommend to almost every young reader who is struggling to fit in and adjust to the terms of the society. The examples in the book are very inspiring and the author has put in a lot of research in putting together this book.
Definitely a must read!
February 1, 2019
⚫️ It’s really unusual and inspirational concept.
⚫️It’s really difficult to write reviews because I am confused where to start and what to include because overall I liked all the concepts.
⚫️ Written in very well and well descriptive manner. Good use of vocabulary and language.
⚫️ My favourite part is the debate based on the line that “Brain could be either creative or logical.� And the example of Leonardo da Vinci was perfect for that.
⚫️ I loved the inclusion of diagrams and examples.
⚫️ Definitely I feel that our education system is being worse day by day and badly in need of change. So these types of books should be encouraged.
⚫️ I loved reading success examples and datas regarding MNCs and especially Apple and TCS.
⚫️To write such type of book, deep study is required. So I really appreciate the author.
⚫️ An inspirational and must read.
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⚫️It’s really difficult to write reviews because I am confused where to start and what to include because overall I liked all the concepts.
⚫️ Written in very well and well descriptive manner. Good use of vocabulary and language.
⚫️ My favourite part is the debate based on the line that “Brain could be either creative or logical.� And the example of Leonardo da Vinci was perfect for that.
⚫️ I loved the inclusion of diagrams and examples.
⚫️ Definitely I feel that our education system is being worse day by day and badly in need of change. So these types of books should be encouraged.
⚫️ I loved reading success examples and datas regarding MNCs and especially Apple and TCS.
⚫️To write such type of book, deep study is required. So I really appreciate the author.
⚫️ An inspirational and must read.
Read detailed review at
February 14, 2019
Have you ever heard the phrase “Jack of all trades but master of none�? Now prepare a 200-page argument in favour of this statement. What you will get as a result is the content of this book.
The author has left no stone unturned to prove his thesis right. From short fictional stories to biography of many famous intellectuals, anything which could support him is included. This is what makes narration very compelling. Some of the facts he states are popularly known but he gives a new perspective to them. The very USP of this book is how carefully the dots are connected. The story looks like a one big chapter and not compilation of several small chapters which is a rare quality to be found in non-fiction genre.
This book is an informative piece of work and anyone who has a craving for knowing the unknown must read this.
The author has left no stone unturned to prove his thesis right. From short fictional stories to biography of many famous intellectuals, anything which could support him is included. This is what makes narration very compelling. Some of the facts he states are popularly known but he gives a new perspective to them. The very USP of this book is how carefully the dots are connected. The story looks like a one big chapter and not compilation of several small chapters which is a rare quality to be found in non-fiction genre.
This book is an informative piece of work and anyone who has a craving for knowing the unknown must read this.
March 23, 2020
This book is about following your dreams and the author has revealed the secrets of some great geniuses in this book.
The main objective of this book is to tell people that you can do a lot more than your academic knowledge. The author did his best work in this book and divulge the secrets in a simple and easy to grab language.
Don't worry if you have any weird idea, the only thing that matters, you should have the capability to present it in front of the whole world. This book will change your way of thinking and you will rework on your idea again with different perspectives.
The cover depicts the Sci-Fi look. If you are having any trouble with your ideas and thoughts you should read this amazing work.
The main objective of this book is to tell people that you can do a lot more than your academic knowledge. The author did his best work in this book and divulge the secrets in a simple and easy to grab language.
Don't worry if you have any weird idea, the only thing that matters, you should have the capability to present it in front of the whole world. This book will change your way of thinking and you will rework on your idea again with different perspectives.
The cover depicts the Sci-Fi look. If you are having any trouble with your ideas and thoughts you should read this amazing work.
July 1, 2020
Actual rating: ★★★★1/2 (4.5/5)
Be formless, shapeless, like water. Be water, my friend.
Ashish Jaiswal writes against the compartmentalisation of subjects, and speaks against its rigid boundaries. Through “Fluid�, he breaks apart the rigidity prevalent in the disciplinary approach to education. He inspires us to incorporate and include various subjects into our field of view, and widen our horizon. After reading his work, we might be enlightened with the exemplary modes of education that stalwarts like CV Raman, Steve Jobs, Tagore, Darwin have included into their lifestyle. We might be emboldened to swim about at the confluences of the array of disciplines before us, the multitude of subjects in our view.
Ashish’s book begins by sharing an anecdote with very relatable characters, the kind of people we all see around. Through their decisions and mindsets, he introduces certain barriers to his concept ‘fluidity�, that he calls ‘anti-fluidity�. He talks about gross blunders they were making, and how their constricted concepts weren’t letting them pave their way for success. Starting from this, the author then delves deep into properly introducing his fluidity concept, citing numerous data and historical incidents on the way.
The main idea that the author uses as a stepping stone for his more in-depth principles, is the clash between STEM (Science, technology, engineering, medicine) subjects and the humanities subjects and the arts. He constructs certain characters and uses their conflicts and personalities to make his point—such rigidity in subjects is not very promising.
Did you know that Leonardo Da Vinci was as equipped with his unparallel knowledge in architecture and anatomy as he was with his painting skills, that led to the masterpiece Monalisa? Did you know that Charles Darwin, the father of evolution as he’s called today, was trained in Geology? Were you aware that the Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen, a maestro in his field of Economics, was a scholar in Sanskrit text in his childhood?
Be it Rabindranath Tagore’s wide array of creative interests or Darwin’s multi-subject knowledge, what actually made these great personalities emerge to be who they were?
Ashish contradicts the popular notion of orienting each of our principles, interests and efforts towards a linear, singleton discipline approach. He shatters the belief that it is only by staying rigid in our own respective subject specialisations, can we become specialists in our fields. He repeatedly urges us to broaden our perspectives and include more approaches and thoughts into our respective domains.
Moreover, the author doesn’t let the current Indian model of the education system escape his groundbreaking analyses. He talks about the boom in the number of engineering and management colleges, and the effect it has had in the quality of education. He talks about the elaborate churning of half-witted graduates who themselves do not know what to do with the lessons they’ve been taught in classrooms. He cites the projected dominance of artificial intelligence and robotics, and what it might do the job market scenario.
Towards the end of the book, Ashish contradicts a popular T-shaped model of subject specialisation and brings up his own innovative model, which he calls ‘Fluid-wheel model�. “The ‘T� shaped model simply expects that an individual should keep on acquiring in-depth knowledge in one particular discipline—represented by the long arm of the ‘T’—and also at the same time be open enough to keep gathering from various fields—as reflected by the shorter arm of the ‘T’�.Although the ‘T� shaped model was certainly a step ahead of the one-dimensional specialist approach, I was not fully convinced by it.� ---the author writes.
While countering this with his own innovative model, Ashish includes his own opinions and principles, which he believes will portray his thought better.
Supported by his cutting edge, in-depth research on the field of education, Ashish writes an eye-opening book that includes facts with figures, theories with proofs, histories with examples and in all, past with the present and future. This book is a must-read, and shouldn’t be missed at any cost.
Disclaimer: This review is in lieu of a review copy.
Be formless, shapeless, like water. Be water, my friend.
Ashish Jaiswal writes against the compartmentalisation of subjects, and speaks against its rigid boundaries. Through “Fluid�, he breaks apart the rigidity prevalent in the disciplinary approach to education. He inspires us to incorporate and include various subjects into our field of view, and widen our horizon. After reading his work, we might be enlightened with the exemplary modes of education that stalwarts like CV Raman, Steve Jobs, Tagore, Darwin have included into their lifestyle. We might be emboldened to swim about at the confluences of the array of disciplines before us, the multitude of subjects in our view.
Ashish’s book begins by sharing an anecdote with very relatable characters, the kind of people we all see around. Through their decisions and mindsets, he introduces certain barriers to his concept ‘fluidity�, that he calls ‘anti-fluidity�. He talks about gross blunders they were making, and how their constricted concepts weren’t letting them pave their way for success. Starting from this, the author then delves deep into properly introducing his fluidity concept, citing numerous data and historical incidents on the way.
The main idea that the author uses as a stepping stone for his more in-depth principles, is the clash between STEM (Science, technology, engineering, medicine) subjects and the humanities subjects and the arts. He constructs certain characters and uses their conflicts and personalities to make his point—such rigidity in subjects is not very promising.
Did you know that Leonardo Da Vinci was as equipped with his unparallel knowledge in architecture and anatomy as he was with his painting skills, that led to the masterpiece Monalisa? Did you know that Charles Darwin, the father of evolution as he’s called today, was trained in Geology? Were you aware that the Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen, a maestro in his field of Economics, was a scholar in Sanskrit text in his childhood?
Be it Rabindranath Tagore’s wide array of creative interests or Darwin’s multi-subject knowledge, what actually made these great personalities emerge to be who they were?
Ashish contradicts the popular notion of orienting each of our principles, interests and efforts towards a linear, singleton discipline approach. He shatters the belief that it is only by staying rigid in our own respective subject specialisations, can we become specialists in our fields. He repeatedly urges us to broaden our perspectives and include more approaches and thoughts into our respective domains.
Moreover, the author doesn’t let the current Indian model of the education system escape his groundbreaking analyses. He talks about the boom in the number of engineering and management colleges, and the effect it has had in the quality of education. He talks about the elaborate churning of half-witted graduates who themselves do not know what to do with the lessons they’ve been taught in classrooms. He cites the projected dominance of artificial intelligence and robotics, and what it might do the job market scenario.
Towards the end of the book, Ashish contradicts a popular T-shaped model of subject specialisation and brings up his own innovative model, which he calls ‘Fluid-wheel model�. “The ‘T� shaped model simply expects that an individual should keep on acquiring in-depth knowledge in one particular discipline—represented by the long arm of the ‘T’—and also at the same time be open enough to keep gathering from various fields—as reflected by the shorter arm of the ‘T’�.Although the ‘T� shaped model was certainly a step ahead of the one-dimensional specialist approach, I was not fully convinced by it.� ---the author writes.
While countering this with his own innovative model, Ashish includes his own opinions and principles, which he believes will portray his thought better.
Supported by his cutting edge, in-depth research on the field of education, Ashish writes an eye-opening book that includes facts with figures, theories with proofs, histories with examples and in all, past with the present and future. This book is a must-read, and shouldn’t be missed at any cost.
Disclaimer: This review is in lieu of a review copy.
September 29, 2019
'Fluid' by Ashish Jaiswal is a 'one of a kind' book I have read in my lifetime. I don't think I can write my thoughts on this book, fully, within this limited space.
Let me try to put it in a few words. If anyone of you would love to hear more about it feel free to DM me.
The book is a work of non fiction mostly, though there are some fictious stories included for better understanding of the topics dealt with.
The concept that is highlighted in the book is that, in a properly organized education system there must be an approach which gives equal importance to all the disciplines that is necessary for human life. To put in simple words, the usual education system in India is that of specialisation even from the lower level of education. For example when I was in 8th class, I had to choose between Hindi or Malayalam as my second language. After 10th I had to choose between Biology Science, Computer Science, Commerce and Humanities branches. This is the scene in Indian education system.
The author calls for a system which gives equal importance to all important disciplines so that the student will be well equipped and efficient to make valuable contributions to the society. He has done wonderful research which proves that many of the people who made groundbreaking contributions in the past were people who were not specialists but the ones who were fluid like. This includes several names like Leonardo da Vinci, Steve Jobs, C V Raman, Charles Darwin etc.
The book throws lime light on the narrow minded education system of India and shows the necessity to change this mind for a better future of the nation.
The storytelling narrative of the book makes it a very captivating read.
It was an eye-opener to me and I suggest all of you to read this book especially, if you are a student.
Let me try to put it in a few words. If anyone of you would love to hear more about it feel free to DM me.
The book is a work of non fiction mostly, though there are some fictious stories included for better understanding of the topics dealt with.
The concept that is highlighted in the book is that, in a properly organized education system there must be an approach which gives equal importance to all the disciplines that is necessary for human life. To put in simple words, the usual education system in India is that of specialisation even from the lower level of education. For example when I was in 8th class, I had to choose between Hindi or Malayalam as my second language. After 10th I had to choose between Biology Science, Computer Science, Commerce and Humanities branches. This is the scene in Indian education system.
The author calls for a system which gives equal importance to all important disciplines so that the student will be well equipped and efficient to make valuable contributions to the society. He has done wonderful research which proves that many of the people who made groundbreaking contributions in the past were people who were not specialists but the ones who were fluid like. This includes several names like Leonardo da Vinci, Steve Jobs, C V Raman, Charles Darwin etc.
The book throws lime light on the narrow minded education system of India and shows the necessity to change this mind for a better future of the nation.
The storytelling narrative of the book makes it a very captivating read.
It was an eye-opener to me and I suggest all of you to read this book especially, if you are a student.
March 7, 2019
This book is one of the best read of 2019.
I don't think I'm able to talk about what I'm feeling right now. This book is all you need to get out of *BOX*.
Kudos to author for doing such a great research before writing this.
"Be more than what you are". Author talk about eduction which is necessary but, more important to think out of the box.
I also heard the author TEDx talk. Where he perfect explain the concept of out of box.
"Do listen TEDx talk"
Overall it's a must read. Even if you don't love nonfiction book pick up this as education perspective and give it a read. Because its contains high value in it.
I don't think I'm able to talk about what I'm feeling right now. This book is all you need to get out of *BOX*.
Kudos to author for doing such a great research before writing this.
"Be more than what you are". Author talk about eduction which is necessary but, more important to think out of the box.
I also heard the author TEDx talk. Where he perfect explain the concept of out of box.
"Do listen TEDx talk"
Overall it's a must read. Even if you don't love nonfiction book pick up this as education perspective and give it a read. Because its contains high value in it.
January 9, 2021
Gifted to me by my one of favourite senior, this book is just best and a must-read for any person who doubts herself or has an approach which stops him from doing tasks which are not of his field. This book is a well-researched book which covers multiple dimensions of education and life. The story format of this book makes reader indulged in it and also it ensures that even a school going kid is able to understand the nuances which the author wants to share. The way the author has used the real-life stories will make you believe in yourself that you are capable of doing anything and everything under the sun which you want. The message which book gives us is that we don’t have to limit our thinking and work, we can relate to any two different domain of life and enjoy it completely. A must-read for you.
December 26, 2019
My rating: 3.7/5
It's a must read. Gonna write a letter to the author as I don't pick up nonfiction that often but it's real good. Ending chapters are a bit like farewell but it's worth a read, especially for young minds who are on the verge of deciding their subjects and have to deal with the pressure.
This book was important for me as I am on the point of deciding my next career move.
It's a must read. Gonna write a letter to the author as I don't pick up nonfiction that often but it's real good. Ending chapters are a bit like farewell but it's worth a read, especially for young minds who are on the verge of deciding their subjects and have to deal with the pressure.
This book was important for me as I am on the point of deciding my next career move.
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