Bashayer's bookshelf: all en-US Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:55:28 -0700 60 Bashayer's bookshelf: all 144 41 /images/layout/goodreads_logo_144.jpg Man and His Symbols 123632 Man and His Symbols owes its existence to one of Jung's own dreams. The great psychologist dreamed that his work was understood by a wide public, rather than just by psychiatrists, and therefore he agreed to write and edit this fascinating book. Here, Jung examines the full world of the unconscious, whose language he believed to be the symbols constantly revealed in dreams. Convinced that dreams offer practical advice, sent from the unconscious to the conscious self, Jung felt that self-understanding would lead to a full and productive life. Thus, the reader will gain new insights into himself from this thoughtful volume, which also illustrates symbols throughout history. Completed just before his death by Jung and his associates, it is clearly addressed to the general reader.]]> 415 C.G. Jung 0440351839 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.19 1964 Man and His Symbols
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]]> <![CDATA[Adult Piano Adventures All-in-One - Book 2]]> 8145321 200 Nancy Faber 1616773340 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.46 2002 Adult Piano Adventures All-in-One - Book 2
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]]> <![CDATA[Adult Piano Adventures All-In-One - Book 1]]> 9125873 176 Nancy Faber Bashayer 0 to-read 4.33 2001 Adult Piano Adventures All-In-One - Book 1
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]]> <![CDATA[It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work]]> 38900866 New York Times bestseller Rework broadly reject the prevailing notion that long hours, aggressive hustle, and "whatever it takes" are required to run a successful business today.

In Rework, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson introduced a new path to working effectively. Now, they build on their message with a bold, iconoclastic strategy for creating the ideal company culture—what they call "the calm company." Their approach directly attack the chaos, anxiety, and stress that plagues millions of workplaces and hampers billions of workers every day.

Long hours, an excessive workload, and a lack of sleep have become a badge of honor for modern professionals. But it should be a mark of stupidity, the authors argue. Sadly, this isn’t just a problem for large organizations—individuals, contractors, and solopreneurs are burning themselves out the same way. The answer to better productivity isn’t more hours—it’s less waste and fewer things that induce distraction and persistent stress.

It’s time to stop celebrating Crazy, and start celebrating Calm, Fried and Hansson assert.

Fried and Hansson have the proof to back up their argument. "Calm" has been the cornerstone of their company’s culture since Basecamp began twenty years ago. Destined to become the management guide for the next generation, It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work is a practical and inspiring distillation of their insights and experiences. It isn’t a book telling you what to do. It’s a book showing you what they’ve done—and how any manager or executive no matter the industry or size of the company, can do it too.]]> 240 Jason Fried 0062874780 Bashayer 0 currently-reading 3.94 2018 It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work
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]]> <![CDATA[The Art of Hearing Heartbeats (The Art of Hearing Heartbeats, #1)]]> 11331421
When a successful New York lawyer suddenly disappears without a trace, neither his wife nor his daughter Julia has any idea where he might be…until they find a love letter he wrote many years ago, to a Burmese woman they have never heard of. Intent on solving the mystery and coming to terms with her father’s past, Julia decides to travel to the village where the woman lived. There she uncovers a tale of unimaginable hardship, resilience, and passion that will reaffirm the reader’s belief in the power of love to move mountains.]]> 325 Jan-Philipp Sendker 1590514637 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.01 2002 The Art of Hearing Heartbeats (The Art of Hearing Heartbeats, #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Book of Mirdad: The strange story of a monastery which was once called The Ark]]> 1487022 192 Mikhail Naimy 1842930389 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.47 1948 The Book of Mirdad: The strange story of a monastery which was once called The Ark
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]]> <![CDATA[The Art of Living: Vipassana Meditation]]> 384312
Based on the lectures and writings of S. N. Goenka--and prepared under his direct guidance--The Art of Living shows how this technique can be used to solve problems, develop unused potential, and lead a peaceful, productive life. It includes stories by S. N. Goenka, as well as answers to students' questions, that convey a vivid sense of his teaching.

S. N. Goenka's Vipassana courses have attracted thousands of people of every background. Unique among teachers of meditation, Goenka is a retired industrialist and former leader of the Indian Community in Burma. Although a layman, his teaching has won the approval of senior Buddhist monks in Burma, India, and Sri Lanka, a number of whom have taken courses under his guidance. Despite his magnetism, he has no wish to be a "guru" --instead he teaches self-responsibility. This is the first systematic study of his teachings to appear in English.]]> 176 William Hart 0060637242 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.34 1987 The Art of Living: Vipassana Meditation
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]]> <![CDATA[Million Dollar Weekend: The Surprisingly Simple Way to Launch a 7-Figure Business in 48 Hours]]> 145624504
Now is the best time in history for entrepreneurship. More than ever, the world needs new businesses and it’s cheaper than ever to create them.

And, let’s be most day jobs suck. People spend too much time doing too much work for too little money—and they know it.They want out.

But, if the barriers to starting a business are getting lower and lower, why is it SO HARD TO DO for SO MANY PEOPLE? Why are there so many wantrepreneurs playing at business on social media and so few entrepreneurs actually running them?

Ask


All those Frequent Excuses are solvable. The plan is simple—so simple it can be completed in a single weekend, but so powerful that Kagan has used to build seven businesses now worth more than $1


By Monday, you’ll have a market-tested, scalable business idea and you’ll be a entrepreneur on the path to seven figures. Million Dollar Weekend is the path to creating your dream life and attaining financial freedom. LFG.]]> 240 Noah Kagan 059353977X Bashayer 0 to-read 4.08 Million Dollar Weekend: The Surprisingly Simple Way to Launch a 7-Figure Business in 48 Hours
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]]> <![CDATA[Tribe Of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best in the World]]> 36200111 Tim Ferriss, the #1 New York Times best-selling author of The 4-Hour Workweek, shares the ultimate choose-your-own-adventure book--a compilation of tools, tactics, and habits from 130+ of the world's top performers. From iconic entrepreneurs to elite athletes, from artists to billionaire investors, their short profiles can help you answer life's most challenging questions, achieve extraordinary results, and transform your life.

From the

In 2017, several of my close friends died in rapid succession. It was a very hard year, as it was for many people.

It was also a stark reminder that time is our scarcest, non-renewable resource.

With a renewed sense of urgency, I began asking myself many

Were my goals my own, or simply what I thought I should want?
How much of life had I missed from underplanning or overplanning?
How could I be kinder to myself?
How could I better say "no" to the trivial many to better say "yes" to the critical few?
How could I best reassess my priorities and my purpose in this world?

To find answers, I reached out to the most impressive world-class performers in the world, ranging from wunderkinds in their 20s to icons in their 70s and 80s. No stone was left unturned.

This book contains their answers--practical and tactical advice from mentors who have found solutions. Whether you want to 10x your results, get unstuck, or reinvent yourself, someone else has traveled a similar path and taken notes.

This book, Tribe of Mentors, includes many of the people I grew up viewing as idols or demi-gods. Less than 10% have been on my podcast (The Tim Ferriss Show, more than 200 million downloads), making this a brand-new playbook of playbooks.

No matter your challenge or opportunity, something in these pages can help.

Among other things, you will

- More than 50 morning routines--both for the early riser and those who struggle to get out of bed.
- How TED curator Chris Anderson realized that the best way to get things done is to let go.
- The best purchases of $100 or less (you'll never have to think about the right gift again).
- How to overcome failure and bounce back towards success.
- Why Humans of New York creator Brandon Stanton believes that the best art will always be the riskiest.
- How to meditate and be more mindful (and not just for those that find it easy).
- Why tennis champion Maria Sharapova believe that "losing makes you think in ways victories can't."
- How to truly achieve work-life balance (and why most people tell you it isn't realistic).
- How billionaire Facebook co-founder Dustin Moskovitz transformed the way he engages with difficult situations to reduce suffering.
- Ways to thrive (and survive) the overwhelming amount of information you process every day.
- How to achieve clarity on your purpose and assess your priorities.
- And much more.

This reference book, which I wrote for myself, has already changed my life. I certainly hope the same for you.

I wish you luck as you forge your own path.

All the best,

Tim Ferriss]]> 561 Timothy Ferriss 132899497X Bashayer 0 to-read 4.04 2017 Tribe Of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best in the World
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]]> <![CDATA[Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't]]> 76865
The Challenge
Built to Last, the defining management study of the nineties, showed how great companies triumph over time and how long-term sustained performance can be engineered into the DNA of an enterprise from the very beginning.

But what about the company that is not born with great DNA? How can good companies, mediocre companies, even bad companies achieve enduring greatness?

The Study
For years, this question preyed on the mind of Jim Collins. Are there companies that defy gravity and convert long-term mediocrity or worse into long-term superiority? And if so, what are the universal distinguishing characteristics that cause a company to go from good to great?

The Standards
Using tough benchmarks, Collins and his research team identified a set of elite companies that made the leap to great results and sustained those results for at least fifteen years. How great? After the leap, the good-to-great companies generated cumulative stock returns that beat the general stock market by an average of seven times in fifteen years, better than twice the results delivered by a composite index of the world's greatest companies, including Coca-Cola, Intel, General Electric, and Merck.

The Comparisons
The research team contrasted the good-to-great companies with a carefully selected set of comparison companies that failed to make the leap from good to great. What was different? Why did one set of companies become truly great performers while the other set remained only good?

The Findings
The findings of the Good to Great study will surprise many readers and shed light on virtually every area of management strategy and practice. The findings include:
Level 5 Leaders: The research team was shocked to discover the type of leadership required to achieve greatness.

The Hedgehog Concept (Simplicity within the Three Circles): To go from good to great requires transcending the curse of competence.

A Culture of Discipline: When you combine a culture of discipline with an ethic of entrepreneurship, you get the magical alchemy of great results. Technology Accelerators: Good-to-great companies think differently about the role of technology.

The Flywheel and the Doom Loop: Those who launch radical change programs and wrenching restructurings will almost certainly fail to make the leap.]]> 300 Jim Collins 0066620996 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.12 2001 Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't
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]]> <![CDATA[The Five Dysfunctions of a Team]]> 21343 The Five Dysfunctions of a Team Patrick Lencioni once again offers a leadership fable that is as enthralling and instructive as his first two best-selling books, The Five Temptations of a CEO and The Four Obsessions of an Extraordinary Executive. This time, he turns his keen intellect and storytelling power to the fascinating, complex world of teams.

Kathryn Petersen, Decision Tech's CEO, faces the ultimate leadership crisis: Uniting a team in such disarray that it threatens to bring down the entire company. Will she succeed? Will she be fired? Will the company fail? Lencioni's utterly gripping tale serves as a timeless reminder that leadership requires as much courage as it does insight.

Throughout the story, Lencioni reveals the five dysfunctions which go to the very heart of why teams even the best ones-often struggle. He outlines a powerful model and actionable steps that can be used to overcome these common hurdles and build a cohesive, effective team. Just as with his other books, Lencioni has written a compelling fable with a powerful yet deceptively simple message for all those who strive to be exceptional team leaders.]]> 228 Patrick Lencioni 0787960756 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.09 2002 The Five Dysfunctions of a Team
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]]> High Output Management 324750
The essential skill of creating and maintaining new businesses—the art of the entrepreneur—can be summed up in a single word: managing.Born of Grove’s experiences at one of America’s leading technology companies (as CEO and employee number three at Intel), High Output Management is equally appropriate for sales managers, accountants, consultants, and teachers, as well as CEOs and startup founders. Grove covers techniques for creating highly productive teams, demonstrating methods of motivation that lead to peak performance.

"Generous enough with advice and observations to be required reading."� The Wall Street Journal]]> 272 Andrew S. Grove 0679762884 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.27 1983 High Output Management
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]]> <![CDATA[The Decision Book: Fifty Models for Strategic Thinking]]> 9793361
This updated edition of the international bestseller distils into a single volume the fifty best decision-making models used on MBA courses, and elsewhere, that will help you tackle these important questions - from the well known (the Eisenhower matrix for time management) to the less familiar but equally useful (the Swiss Cheese model). It will even show you how to remember everything you will have learned by the end of it.

Stylish and compact, this little black book is a powerful asset. Whether you need to plot a presentation, assess someone's business idea or get to know yourself better, this unique guide will help you simplify any problem and take steps towards the right decision.]]> 174 Mikael Krogerus Bashayer 0 to-read 3.58 2011 The Decision Book: Fifty Models for Strategic Thinking
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]]> <![CDATA[Guide to Eric Ries� The Startup Way (Drill Down Guides)]]> 42120896
How do startups grow at a rate that puts Fortune 500 companies to shame?
How can you transform an older, larger company into a fast-moving "startup?"
Startups have mastered the cycle of innovation by focusing on entrepreneurship rather than bureaucracy. Entrepreneurial management, however, involves more than wild risk-taking. Established organizations can emulate young companies by implementing startup methodology that encourages experimentation in a structured environment.

Our Drill Down Guide makes The Startup Way quick and easy to understand. In about an hour, you will learn...
� Key characteristics of a successful startup
� Lean startup methodology
� How implement (and scale) startup methodology in your company
� How to measure success using leading indicators
� Establishing metrics for entrepreneurial ventures
� The essential role of a growth board

This guide can help any well-established company achieve sustainable growth through entrepreneurial management.]]> 25 Drill Down Guides Bashayer 0 to-read 5.00 Guide to Eric Ries’ The Startup Way (Drill Down Guides)
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]]> <![CDATA[Feel-Good Productivity: How to Do More of What Matters to You]]> 142402923 The secret to productivity isn’t discipline. It’s joy.

We think that productivity is all about hard work. That the road to success is lined with endless frustration and toil. But what if there’s another way?

Dr Ali Abdaal � the world's most-followed productivity expert � has uncovered an easier and happier path to success. Drawing on decades of psychological research, he has found that the secret to productivity and success isn't grind � it's feeling good. If you can make your work feel good, then productivity takes care of itself.

In this revolutionary book, Ali reveals how the science of feel-good productivity can transform your life. He introduces the three hidden 'energisers' that underpin enjoyable productivity, the three 'blockers' we must overcome to beat procrastination, and the three 'sustainers' that prevent burnout and help us achieve lasting fulfillment. He recounts the inspiring stories of founders, Olympians, and Nobel-winning scientists who embody the principles of Feel-Good Productivity. And he introduces the simple, actionable changes that you can use to achieve more and live better, starting today.

Armed with Ali’s insights, you won’t just accomplish more. You’ll feel happier and more fulfilled along the way.]]> 304 Ali Abdaal 1250865034 Bashayer 0 to-read 3.94 2023 Feel-Good Productivity: How to Do More of What Matters to You
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]]> <![CDATA[Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's]]> 2177876 288 John Elder Robison 0091926335 Bashayer 0 to-read 3.70 2007 Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's
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]]> <![CDATA[Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity]]> 58537365 Celebrating special interests Cultivating Autistic relationships Reframing Autistic stereotypes And rediscovering your valuesIt’s time to honor the needs, diversity, and unique strengths of Autistic people so that they no longer have to mask—and it’s time for greater public acceptance and accommodation of difference. In embracing neurodiversity, we can all reap the rewards of nonconformity and learn to live authentically, Autistic and neurotypical people alike.]]> 304 Devon Price 0593235231 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.38 2022 Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity
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]]> <![CDATA[The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome]]> 72242 The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's syndrome (AS). Now including a new introduction explaining the impact of DSM-5 on the diagnosis and approach to AS, it brings together a wealth of information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults.

Drawing on case studies and personal accounts from Attwood's extensive clinical experience, and from his correspondence with individuals with AS, this book is both authoritative and extremely accessible. Chapters examine:

* causes and indications of the syndrome
* the diagnosis and its effect on the individual
* theory of mind * the perception of emotions in self and others
* social interaction, including friendships
* long-term relationships
* teasing, bullying and mental health issues
* the effect of AS on language and cognitive abilities, sensory sensitivity, movement and co-ordination skills
* career development.

There is also an invaluable frequently asked questions chapter and a section listing useful resources for anyone wishing to find further information on a particular aspect of AS, as well as literature and educational tools.

Essential reading for families and individuals affected by AS as well as teachers, professionals and employers coming in contact with people with AS, this book should be on the bookshelf of anyone who needs to know or is interested in this complex condition.

'I usually say to the child, "Congratulations, you have Asperger's syndrome", and explain that this means he or she is not mad, bad or defective, but has a different way of thinking.' - from The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome.

]]> 416 Tony Attwood 1843104954 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.23 2006 The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome
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]]> <![CDATA[Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism]]> 223436601 An explosive memoir charting one woman’s career at the heart of one of the most influential companies on the planet, Careless People gives you a front-row seat to Facebook, the decisions that have shaped world events in recent decades, and the people who made them.

From trips on private jets and encounters with world leaders to shocking accounts of misogyny and double standards behind the scenes, this searing memoir exposes both the personal and the political fallout when unfettered power and a rotten company culture take hold. In a gripping and often absurd narrative where a few people carelessly hold the world in their hands, this eye-opening memoir reveals what really goes on among the global elite.

Sarah Wynn-Williams tells the wrenching but fun story of Facebook, mapping its rise from stumbling encounters with juntas to Mark Zuckerberg’s reaction when he learned of Facebook’s role in Trump’s election. She experiences the challenges and humiliations of working motherhood within a pressure cooker of a workplace, all while Sheryl Sandberg urges her and others to “lean in.�

Careless People is a deeply personal account of why and how things have gone so horribly wrong in the past decade—told in a sharp, candid, and utterly disarming voice. A deep, unflinching look at the role that social media has assumed in our lives, Careless People reveals the truth about the leaders of Facebook: how the more power they grasp, the less responsible they become and the consequences this has for all of us.]]> 382 Sarah Wynn-Williams 1250391237 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.28 2025 Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism
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]]> <![CDATA[Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less]]> 18077875 Do you simultaneously feel overworked and underutilized?
Are you often busy but not productive?
Do you feel like your time is constantly being hijacked by other people’s agendas?

If you answered yes to any of these, the way out is the Way of the EssentialistThe Way of the Essentialist isn’t about getting more done in less time. It’s about getting only the right things done. It is nota time management strategy, or a productivity technique. It is a systematic discipline for discerning what is absolutely essential, then eliminating everything that is not, so we can make the highest possible contribution towards the things that really matter.

By forcing us to apply a more selective criteria for what is Essential, the disciplined pursuit of less empowers us to reclaim control of our own choices about where to spend our precious time and energy � instead of giving others the implicit permission to choose for us.

Essentialism is not one more thing � it’s a whole new way of doing everything. A must-read for any leader, manager, or individual who wants to learn how to do less, but better, in every area of their lives, Essentialism is a movement whose time has come.]]> 260 Greg McKeown 0804137382 Bashayer 0 4.05 2011 Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
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]]> <![CDATA[The Way to Love: The Last Meditations of Anthony de Mello]]> 138878
The Way To Love contains the final flowering of Anthony de Mello's thought, andin it he grapples with the ultimate question oflove. In thirty-one meditations, he implores hisreaders with his usual pithiness to break throughillusion, the great obstacle to love. "Lovesprings from awareness," de Mello insists, sayingthat it is only when we see others as they arethat we can begin to really love. But not only mustwe seek to see others with clarity, we must examineourselves without misconception. The task,however, is not easy. "The most painful act,"de Mello says, "is the act of seeing. But inthat act of seeing that love is born." AnthonyDe Mello was the director of the Sadhana Instituteof Pastoral Counseling in Poona, India, andauthored several books. The Way To Love is his last.]]> 196 Anthony de Mello 038524939X Bashayer 0 to-read 4.24 1991 The Way to Love: The Last Meditations of Anthony de Mello
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]]> <![CDATA[The Joyous Cosmology: Adventures in the Chemistry of Consciousness]]> 903911 The Joyous Cosmology is Alan Watts’s exploration of the insight that the consciousness-changing drugs LSD, mescaline & psilocybin can facilitate “when accompanied with sustained philosophical reflection by a person who is in search, not of kicks, but of understanding.� More than an artifact, it is both a riveting memoir of Watts’s personal experiments & a profound meditation on our perennial questions about the nature of existence & the existence of the sacred.]]> 100 Alan W. Watts 0394702999 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.25 1962 The Joyous Cosmology: Adventures in the Chemistry of Consciousness
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]]> <![CDATA[Know Yourself: An Explanation of the Oneness of Being]]> 22717622 92 Ibn ʿArabi 0904975657 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.38 2011 Know Yourself: An Explanation of the Oneness of Being
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]]> The Way of Zen 514210 The Way of Zen begins as a succinct guide through the histories of Buddhism and Taoism leading up to the development of Zen Buddhism, which drew deeply from both traditions.It then goes on to paint a broad but insightful picture of Zen as it was and is practiced, both as a religion and as an element of diverse East Asian arts and disciplines.Watts's narrative clears away the mystery while enhancing the mystique of Zen.

Since the first publication of this book in 1957, Zen Buddhism has become firmly established in the West.As Zen has taken root in Western soil, it has incorporated much of the attitude and approach set forth by Watts in The Way of Zen, which remains one of the most important introductory books in Western Zen.]]> 236 Alan W. Watts 0375705104 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.17 1957 The Way of Zen
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]]> <![CDATA[The Book: On the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are]]> 60551
In The Book, Alan Watts provides us with a much-needed answer to the problem of personal identity, distilling and adapting the Hindu philosophy of Vedanta.

A revelatory primer on what it means to be human, from "the perfect guide for a course correction in life" (Deepak Chopra)—and a mind-opening manual of initiation into the central mystery of existence.]]> 163 Alan W. Watts 0679723005 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.21 1966 The Book: On the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are
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]]> <![CDATA[Striking Thoughts: Bruce Lee's Wisdom for Daily Living]]> 259311 "A teacher is never a giver of truth—he is a guide, a pointer to the truth that each student must find for himself. A good teacher is merely a catalyst."—Bruce Lee

Within the pages of Striking Thoughts, you will find the secrets of Bruce Lee's amazing success� as an actor, martial artist, and inspiration to the world. Consisting of eight sections, Striking Thoughts covers 72 topics and 825 aphorisms—from spirituality to personal liberation and from family life to filmmaking—all of which Bruce lived by.

His ideas helped energize his life and career, and made it possible for him to live a happy and assured life, overcoming difficult obstacles with seeming ease. His ideas also inspired his family, friends, students, and colleagues to achieve success in their own lives and this personal collection will help you in your journey too.

Sections include:

On First Principles—including life, existence, time, and death

On Being Human—including the mind, happiness, fear, and dreams

On Matters of Existence—health, love, marriage, raising children, ethics, racism, and adversity

On Achievement—work, goals, faith, success, money, and fame

On Art and Artists—art, filmmaking, and acting

On Personal Liberation—conditioning, Zen Buddhism, meditation, and freedom

On the Process of Becoming—self-actualization, self-help, self-expression, and growth

On Ultimate (Final) Principles—Yin-yang, totality, Tao, and the truth
This Bruce Lee Book is part of the Bruce Lee Library which also features:
Bruce Lee: The Celebrated Life of the Golden Dragon
Bruce Lee: The Tao of Gung Fu
Bruce Lee: Artist of Life
Bruce Lee: Letters of the Dragon
Bruce Lee: The Art of Expressing the Human Body
Bruce Lee: Jeet Kune Do
]]> 228 Bruce Lee 0804834717 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.25 2000 Striking Thoughts: Bruce Lee's Wisdom for Daily Living
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]]> <![CDATA[The Tao of Philosophy: The Edited Transcripts (The Love of Wisdom Library)]]> 60560 Alan Watts (1915 � 1973)—noted professor, graduate-school dean, Harvard University research fellow, and Episcopal priest—examines these fundamental questions from a Taoist perspective, learning to appreciate not just the bowl but the empty space within it. With down-to-earth writing he reveals our direct connection to the natural world and reminds us that we are not so much born into this world as grown out of it. This collection of eight of Watts' unique philosophical essays and an early piece written in 1953 has a brief introduction by Alan's son, Mark Watts, which gives the background of these pieces and their place in Alan Watts' life and work.]]> 96 Alan W. Watts 0804832048 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.12 1995 The Tao of Philosophy: The Edited Transcripts (The Love of Wisdom Library)
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]]> Counseling with Choice Theory 230122 272 William Glasser 0060953667 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.03 2001 Counseling with Choice Theory
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]]> <![CDATA[Hacking Growth: How Today's Fastest-Growing Companies Drive Breakout Success]]> 31625067 The definitive playbook by the pioneers of Growth Hacking, one of the hottest business methodologies in Silicon Valley and beyond.

It seems hard to believe today, but there was a time when Airbnb was the best-kept secret of travel hackers and couch surfers, Pinterest was a niche web site frequented only by bakers and crafters, LinkedIn was an exclusive network for C-suite executives and top-level recruiters, Facebook was MySpace's sorry step-brother, and Uber was a scrappy upstart that didn't stand a chance against the Goliath that was New York City Yellow Cabs.

So how did these companies grow from these humble beginnings into the powerhouses they are today? Contrary to popular belief, they didn't explode to massive worldwide popularity simply by building a great product then crossing their fingers and hoping it would catch on. There was a studied, carefully implemented methodology behind these companies' extraordinary rise. That methodology is called Growth Hacking, and it's practitioners include not just today's hottest start-ups, but also companies like IBM, Walmart, and Microsoft as well as the millions of entrepreneurs, marketers, managers and executives who make up the community of GrowthHackers.com.

Think of the Growth Hacking methodology as doing for market-share growth what Lean Start-Up did for product development, and Scrum did for productivity. It involves cross-functional teams and rapid-tempo testing and iteration that focuses customers attaining them, retaining them, engaging them, and motivating them to come back and buy more.

An accessible and practical toolkit that teams and companies in all industries can use to increase their customer base and market share, this book walks readers through the process of creating and executing their own custom-made growth hacking strategy. It is a must read for any marketer, entrepreneur, innovator or manger looking to replace wasteful big bets and "spaghetti-on-the-wall" approaches with more consistent, replicable, cost-effective, and data-driven results.]]> 320 Sean Ellis 045149721X Bashayer 0 to-read 4.09 2017 Hacking Growth: How Today's Fastest-Growing Companies Drive Breakout Success
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]]> <![CDATA[Traction: A Startup Guide to Getting Customers]]> 22091581
Almost every failed startup has a product. What failed startups don't have are enough customers.

Founders and employees fail to spend time thinking about (and working on) traction in the same way they work on building a product. This shortsighted approach has startups trying random tactics - some ads, a blog post or two - in an unstructured way that's guaranteed to fail.

This book changes that. Traction Book provides startup founders and employees with the framework successful companies have used to get traction. It allows you to think about which marketing channels make sense for you, given your industry and company stage.

This framework has been used by founders like Jimmy Wales (Wikipedia), Alexis Ohanian (Reddit), Paul English (Kayak.com), and Alex Pachikov (Evernote) to build some of the biggest companies and organizations in the world. We interviewed each of the above founders - along with 35+ others - and pulled out the repeatable tactics and strategies they used to get traction.

We then cover every possible marketing channel you can use to get traction, and show you which channels will be your key to growth. This book shows you how to grow at a time when getting traction is more important than ever.

Below are the channels we cover in the book:

Viral Marketing
Public Relations (PR)
Unconventional PR
Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
Social and Display Ads
Offline Ads
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Content Marketing
Email Marketing
Engineering as Marketing
Target Market Blogs
Business Development (BD)
Sales
Affiliate Programs
Existing Platforms
Trade Shows
Offline Events
Speaking Engagements
Community Building

This book draws on interviews with the following individuals:

Jimmy Wales, Co-founder of Wikipedia
Alexis Ohanian, Co-founder of reddit
Eric Ries, Author of The Lean Startup
Rand Fishkin, Founder of SEOmoz
Noah Kagan, Founder of AppSumo
Patrick McKenzie, CEO of Bingo Card Creator
Sam Yagan, Co-founder of OkCupid
Andrew Chen, Investor at 500 Startups
Justin Kan, Founder of Justin.tv
Mark Cramer, CEO of SurfCanyon
Colin Nederkoorn, CEO of Customer.io
Jason Cohen, Founder of WP Engine
Chris Fralic, Partner at First Round
Paul English, CEO of Kayak.com
Rob Walling, Founder of MicroConf
Brian Riley, Co-founder of SlidePad
Steve Welch, Co-founder of DreamIt
Jason Kincaid, Blogger at TechCrunch
Nikhil Sethi, Founder of Adaptly
Rick Perreault, CEO of Unbounce
Alex Pachikov, Co-founder of Evernote
David Skok, Partner at Matrix
Ashish Kundra, CEO of myZamana
David Hauser, Founder of Grasshopper
Matt Monahan, CEO of Inflection
Jeff Atwood, Co-founder of Discourse
Dan Martell, CEO of Clarity.fm
Chris McCann, Founder of StartupDigest
Ryan Holiday, Exec at American Apparel
Todd Vollmer, Enterprise Sales Veteran
Sandi MacPherson, Founder of Quibb
Andrew Warner, Founder of Mixergy
Sean Murphy, Founder of SKMurphy
Satish Dharmaraj, Partner at Redpoint
Garry Tan, Partner at Y Combinator
Steve Barsh, CEO of Packlate
Michael Bodekaer, Co-founder of Smart Launch
Zack Linford, Founder of Optimozo]]> 288 Gabriel Weinberg 0976339609 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.09 2014 Traction: A Startup Guide to Getting Customers
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]]> <![CDATA[Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future]]> 18050143
The great secret of our time is that there are still uncharted frontiers to explore and new inventions to create. In Zero to One, legendary entrepreneur and investor Peter Thiel shows how we can find singular ways to create those new things.

Thiel begins with the contrarian premise that we live in an age of technological stagnation, even if we’re too distracted by shiny mobile devices to notice. Information technology has improved rapidly, but there is no reason why progress should be limited to computers or Silicon Valley. Progress can be achieved in any industry or area of business. It comes from the most important skill that every leader must master: learning to think for yourself.

Doing what someone else already knows how to do takes the world from 1 to n, adding more of something familiar. But when you do something new, you go from 0 to 1. The next Bill Gates will not build an operating system. The next Larry Page or Sergey Brin won’t make a search engine. Tomorrow’s champions will not win by competing ruthlessly in today’s marketplace. They will escape competition altogether, because their businesses will be unique.

Zero to One presents at once an optimistic view of the future of progress in America and a new way of thinking about innovation: it starts by learning to ask the questions that lead you to find value in unexpected places.]]> 195 Peter Thiel 0804139296 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.15 2014 Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future
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]]> <![CDATA[Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End]]> 20696006 In Being Mortal, author Atul Gawande tackles the hardest challenge of his profession: how medicine can not only improve life but also the process of its ending

Medicine has triumphed in modern times, transforming birth, injury, and infectious disease from harrowing to manageable. But in the inevitable condition of aging and death, the goals of medicine seem too frequently to run counter to the interest of the human spirit. Nursing homes, preoccupied with safety, pin patients into railed beds and wheelchairs. Hospitals isolate the dying, checking for vital signs long after the goals of cure have become moot. Doctors, committed to extending life, continue to carry out devastating procedures that in the end extend suffering.

Gawande, a practicing surgeon, addresses his profession's ultimate limitation, arguing that quality of life is the desired goal for patients and families. Gawande offers examples of freer, more socially fulfilling models for assisting the infirm and dependent elderly, and he explores the varieties of hospice care to demonstrate that a person's last weeks or months may be rich and dignified.]]> 282 Atul Gawande 0805095152 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.47 2014 Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End
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]]> <![CDATA[Can't We Talk about Something More Pleasant?]]> 18594409 #1 New York Times Bestseller

2014 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST

In her first memoir, Roz Chast brings her signature wit to the topic of aging parents. Spanning the last several years of their lives and told through four-color cartoons, family photos, and documents, and a narrative as rife with laughs as it is with tears, Chast's memoir is both comfort and comic relief for anyone experiencing the life-altering loss of elderly parents.

When it came to her elderly mother and father, Roz held to the practices of denial, avoidance, and distraction. But when Elizabeth Chast climbed a ladder to locate an old souvenir from the "crazy closet"—with predictable results—the tools that had served Roz well through her parents' seventies, eighties, and into their early nineties could no longer be deployed.

While the particulars are Chast-ian in their idiosyncrasies—an anxious father who had relied heavily on his wife for stability as he slipped into dementia and a former assistant principal mother whose overbearing personality had sidelined Roz for decades—the themes are universal: adult children accepting a parental role; aging and unstable parents leaving a family home for an institution; dealing with uncomfortable physical intimacies; managing logistics; and hiring strangers to provide the most personal care.

An amazing portrait of two lives at their end and an only child coping as best she can, Can't We Talk about Something More Pleasant will show the full range of Roz Chast's talent as cartoonist and storyteller.]]> 228 Roz Chast 1608198065 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.15 2014 Can't We Talk about Something More Pleasant?
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]]> <![CDATA[Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief]]> 43822804
In 1969, Elisabeth Kübler Ross first identified the stages of dying in her transformative book On Death and Dying. Decades later, she and David Kessler wrote the classic On Grief and Grieving , introducing the stages of grief with the same transformative pragmatism and compassion. Now, based on hard-earned personal experiences, as well as knowledge and wisdom earned through decades of work with the grieving, Kessler introduces a critical sixth stage.

Many people look for “closure� after a loss. Kessler argues that it’s finding meaning beyond the stages of grief most of us are familiar with—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance—that can transform grief into a more peaceful and hopeful experience.

In this book, Kessler gives readers a roadmap to remembering those who have died with more love than pain; he shows us how to move forward in a way that honors our loved ones. Kessler’s insight is both professional and intensely personal. His journey with grief began when, as a child, he witnessed a mass shooting at the same time his mother was dying. For most of his life, Kessler taught physicians, nurses, counselors, police, and first responders about end of life, trauma, and grief, as well as leading talks and retreats for those experiencing grief. Despite his knowledge, his life was upended by the sudden death of his twenty-one-year-old son.

How does the grief expert handle such a tragic loss? He knew he had to find a way through this unexpected, devastating loss, a way that would honor his son. That, ultimately, was the sixth state of grief—meaning. In Finding Meaning , Kessler shares the insights, collective wisdom, and powerful tools that will help those experiencing loss.

Finding Meaning is a necessary addition to grief literature and a vital guide to healing from tremendous loss. This is an inspiring, deeply intelligent must-read for anyone looking to journey away from suffering, through loss, and towards meaning.]]> 257 David Kessler 1501192736 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.41 2019 Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief
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]]> <![CDATA[Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times]]> 52623750 Alternate cover edition of ISBN 9780593189481.

An intimate, revelatory book exploring the ways we can care for and repair ourselves when life knocks us down.

Sometimes you slip through the cracks: unforeseen circumstances like an abrupt illness, the death of a loved one, a break up, or a job loss can derail a life. These periods of dislocation can be lonely and unexpected. For May, her husband fell ill, her son stopped attending school, and her own medical issues led her to leave a demanding job. Wintering explores how she not only endured this painful time, but embraced the singular opportunities it offered.

A moving personal narrative shot through with lessons from literature, mythology, and the natural world, May’s story offers instruction on the transformative power of rest and retreat. Illumination emerges from many sources: solstice celebrations and dormice hibernation, C.S. Lewis and Sylvia Plath, swimming in icy waters and sailing arctic seas.

Ultimately Wintering invites us to change how we relate to our own fallow times. May models an active acceptance of sadness and finds nourishment in deep retreat, joy in the hushed beauty of winter, and encouragement in understanding life as cyclical, not linear. A secular mystic, May forms a guiding philosophy for transforming the hardships that arise before the ushering in of a new season.]]> 241 Katherine May Bashayer 0 to-read 3.82 2020 Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times
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]]> <![CDATA[Permission to Feel: Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help Our Kids, Ourselves, and Our Society Thrive]]> 43782400 The mental well-being of children and adults is shockingly poor. Marc Brackett, author of Permission to Feel, knows why. And he knows what we can do.
"We have a crisis on our hands, and its victims are our children."

Marc Brackett is a professor in Yale University's Child Study Center and founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. In his 25 years as an emotion scientist, he has developed a remarkably effective plan to improve the lives of children and adults - a blueprint for understanding our emotions and using them wisely so that they help, rather than hinder, our success and well-being. The core of his approach is a legacy from his childhood, from an astute uncle who gave him permission to feel. He was the first adult who managed to see Marc, listen to him, and recognize the suffering, bullying, and abuse he'd endured. And that was the beginning of Marc's awareness that what he was going through was temporary. He wasn't alone, he wasn't stuck on a timeline, and he wasn't "wrong" to feel scared, isolated, and angry. Now, best of all, he could do something about it.

In the decades since, Marc has led large research teams and raised tens of millions of dollars to investigate the roots of emotional well-being. His prescription for healthy children (and their parents, teachers, and schools) is a system called RULER, a high-impact and fast-effect approach to understanding and mastering emotions that has already transformed the thousands of schools that have adopted it. RULER has been proven to reduce stress and burnout, improve school climate, and enhance academic achievement. This book is the culmination of Marc's development of RULER and his way to share the strategies and skills with readers around the world. It is tested, and it works.

This book combines rigor, science, passion and inspiration in equal parts. Too many children and adults are suffering; they are ashamed of their feelings and emotionally unskilled, but they don't have to be. Marc Brackett's life mission is to reverse this course, and this book can show you how.]]> 304 Marc Brackett 1250212847 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.17 2019 Permission to Feel: Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help Our Kids, Ourselves, and Our Society Thrive
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]]> No Longer Human 194746 No Longer Human, this leading postwar Japanese writer's second novel, tells the poignant and fascinating story of a young man who is caught between the breakup of the traditions of a northern Japanese aristocratic family and the impact of Western ideas. In consequence, he feels himself "disqualified from being human" (a literal translation of the Japanese title).

Donald Keene, who translated this and Dazai's first novel, The Setting Sun, has said of the author's work: "His world � suggests Chekhov or possibly postwar France, � but there is a Japanese sensibility in the choice and presentation of the material. A Dazai novel is at once immediately intelligible in Western terms and quite unlike any Western book." His writing is in some ways reminiscent of Rimbaud, while he himself has often been called a forerunner of Yukio Mishima.

Cover painting by Noe Nojechowiz, from the collection of John and Barbara Duncan; design by Gertrude Huston]]> 176 Osamu Dazai Bashayer 0 to-read 3.99 1948 No Longer Human
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]]> <![CDATA[What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing]]> 56558258 Our earliest experiences shape our lives far down the road, and What Happened to You? provides powerful scientific and emotional insights into the behavioral patterns so many of us struggle to understand.

“Through this lens we can build a renewed sense of personal self-worth and ultimately recalibrate our responses to circumstances, situations, and relationships. It is, in other words, the key to reshaping our very lives.�—Oprah Winfrey

This book is going to change the way you see your life.

Have you ever wondered "Why did I do that?" or "Why can't I just control my behavior?" Others may judge our reactions and think, "What's wrong with that person?" When questioning our emotions, it's easy to place the blame on ourselves; holding ourselves and those around us to an impossible standard. It's time we started asking a different question.

Through deeply personal conversations, Oprah Winfrey and renowned brain and trauma expert Dr. Bruce Perry offer a groundbreaking and profound shift from asking “What’s wrong with you?� to “What happened to you?�

Here, Winfrey shares stories from her own past, understanding through experience the vulnerability that comes from facing trauma and adversity at a young age. In conversation throughout the book, she and Dr. Perry focus on understanding people, behavior, and ourselves. It’s a subtle but profound shift in our approach to trauma, and it’s one that allows us to understand our pasts in order to clear a path to our future—opening the door to resilience and healing in a proven, powerful way.]]> 291 Bruce D. Perry 1250223210 Bashayer 5 psychology, my-favorites
It’s been a long time since a book touched me this deeply. This wasn’t just a read, it was a journey into healing, a conversation that reached the quiet, unseen parts of me.

I’ve always needed both the paper book and the audiobook both simultaneously to fully absorb a book and to catch my attention and focus, but this time, the audiobook held me in its grip. Oprah’s voice, the depth of her words, breathtaking. I found myself listening more than reading, just to experience the weight of her presence.

I cried, a lot, not through the outside, but through the inside, in a way that shifted something inside me. Silent, inner, yet deeply felt. Because this book made me feel seen.

And I believe every parent needs to read this too. It’s not just about healing ourselves, it’s about understanding the cycles we carry, the ones we can choose to break.

I have always believed books founds you.

This book did indeed found me in the most unexpected way. And I’m so glad it did. Because I don’t just think it will change me, I know it already has.

I will truly miss the experience of this book.]]> 4.43 2021 What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing
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“What happened to you can be your power.�

It’s been a long time since a book touched me this deeply. This wasn’t just a read, it was a journey into healing, a conversation that reached the quiet, unseen parts of me.

I’ve always needed both the paper book and the audiobook both simultaneously to fully absorb a book and to catch my attention and focus, but this time, the audiobook held me in its grip. Oprah’s voice, the depth of her words, breathtaking. I found myself listening more than reading, just to experience the weight of her presence.

I cried, a lot, not through the outside, but through the inside, in a way that shifted something inside me. Silent, inner, yet deeply felt. Because this book made me feel seen.

And I believe every parent needs to read this too. It’s not just about healing ourselves, it’s about understanding the cycles we carry, the ones we can choose to break.

I have always believed books founds you.

This book did indeed found me in the most unexpected way. And I’m so glad it did. Because I don’t just think it will change me, I know it already has.

I will truly miss the experience of this book.
]]> Bright Red Fruit 75670213 An unflinching,honest novel in verse about a teenager's journey into the slam poetry scene andthedangerous new relationship that could threaten all her dreams. From the award-winning poet and author of HOME IS NOT A COUNTRY.

Bad girl. No matter how hard Samira tries, she can’t shake her reputation. She’s never gotten the benefit of the doubt—not from her mother or the aunties who watch her like a hawk.

Samira is determined to have a perfect summer filled with fun parties, exploringDC, and growing as a poet—until a scandalous rumor has her groundedand unable to leave her house.When Samira turns to a poetry forum for solace, she catches the eye of an older, charismatic poet named Horus. For the first time, Samira feels wanted.But soon she’s keeping a bigger secret than ever before—one that that could prove her reputation and jeopardize her place in her community.

In this gripping coming-of-age novel from the critically acclaimed authorSafiaElhillo, a young womansearches tofind the balance between honoring her family, her artistry, and her authentic self.]]> 366 Safia Elhillo 059338122X Bashayer 0 to-read 4.41 2024 Bright Red Fruit
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]]> The 48 Laws of Power 36548138 452 Robert Greene Bashayer 0 currently-reading 4.22 1998 The 48 Laws of Power
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]]> <![CDATA[A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy]]> 19669566 316 William B. Irvine 0199792623 Bashayer 0 4.33 2008 A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy
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]]> The Let Them Theory 216351768
If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with where you are, the problem isn't you. The problem is the power you give to other people. Two simple words�Let Them—will set you free. Free from the opinions, drama, and judgments of others. Free from the exhausting cycle of trying to manage everything and everyone around you. The Let Them Theory puts the power to create a life you love back in your hands—and this book will show you exactly how to do it.

In her latest groundbreaking book, The Let Them Theory, Mel Robbins�New York Times bestselling author and one of the world's most respected experts on motivation, confidence, and mindset—teaches you how to stop wasting energy on what you can't control and start focusing on what truly YOU. Your happiness. Your goals. Your life.

Using the same no-nonsense, science-backed approach that's made The Mel Robbins Podcast a global sensation, Robbins explains why The Let Them Theory is already loved by millions and how you can apply it in eight key areas of your life to make the biggest impact. Within a few pages, you'll realize how much energy and time you've been wasting trying to control the wrong things—at work, in relationships, and in pursuing your goals—and how this is keeping you from the happiness and success you deserve.

Written as an easy-to-understand guide, Robbins shares relatable stories from her own life, highlights key takeaways, relevant research and introduces you to world-renowned experts in psychology, neuroscience, relationships, happiness, and ancient wisdom who champion The Let Them Theory every step of the way.

Learn how

Stop wasting energy on things you can't control Stop comparing yourself to other peopleBreak free from fear and self-doubtRelease the grip of people's expectationsBuild the best friendships of your lifeCreate the love you deservePursue what truly matters to you with confidenceBuild resilience against everyday stressors and distractionsDefine your own path to success, joy, and fulfillment. . . and so much more.

The Let Them Theory will forever change the way you think about relationships, control, and personal power. Whether you want to advance your career, motivate others to change, take creative risks, find deeper connections, build better habits, start a new chapter, or simply create more happiness in your life and relationships, this book gives you the mindset and tools to unlock your full potential.

Order your copy of The Let Them Theory now and discover how much power you truly have. It all begins with two simple words.]]> 311 Mel Robbins 1401971377 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.17 2024 The Let Them Theory
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]]> <![CDATA[The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: A Guide to Wealth and Happiness]]> 55148500 The Almanack of Naval Ravikant is a collection of Naval’s wisdom and experience from the last ten years, shared as a curation of his most insightful interviews and poignant reflections. This isn’t a how-to book, or a step-by-step gimmick. Instead, through Naval’s own words, you will learn how to walk your own unique path toward a happier, wealthier life.]]> 242 Eric Jorgenson 1544514204 Bashayer 0 currently-reading 4.53 2020 The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: A Guide to Wealth and Happiness
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]]> <![CDATA[Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes]]> 125116554
� Arthur C. Brooks, Professor, Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School, and #1 New York Times bestselling author


From the author of the international blockbuster, THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MONEY, a powerful new tool to unlock one of life’s most challenging puzzles.

Every investment plan under the sun is, at best,an informed speculation of what may happen in the future, based on a systematic extrapolation from the known past.

Same as Ever reverses the process, inviting us to identify the many things that never, ever change.

With his usual elan, Morgan Housel presents a master class on optimizing risk, seizing opportunity, and living your best life. Through a sequence of engaging stories and pithy examples, he shows how we can use our newfound grasp of the unchanging to see around corners, not by squinting harder through the uncertain landscape of the future, but by looking backwards, being more broad-sighted, and focusing instead on what is permanently true.

By doing so, we may betteranticipate the big stuff, andachieve the greatest success, not merely financial comforts, but most importantly, a life well lived.]]> 240 Morgan Housel Bashayer 0 to-read 4.12 2023 Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes
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]]> The Lean Startup 10127019 Most startups fail. But many of those failures are preventable. The Lean Startup is a new approach being adopted across the globe, changing the way companies are built and new products are launched.

Eric Ries defines a startup as an organization dedicated to creating something new under conditions of extreme uncertainty. This is just as true for one person in a garage or a group of seasoned professionals in a Fortune 500 boardroom. What they have in common is a mission to penetrate that fog of uncertainty to discover a successful path to a sustainable business.



The Lean Startup approach fosters companies that are both more capital efficient and that leverage human creativity more effectively. Inspired by lessons from lean manufacturing, it relies on "validated learning," rapid scientific experimentation, as well as a number of counter-intuitive practices that shorten product development cycles, measure actual progress without resorting to vanity metrics, and learn what customers really want. It enables a company to shift directions with agility, altering plans inch by inch, minute by minute.

Rather than wasting time creating elaborate business plans, The Lean Startup offers entrepreneurs - in companies of all sizes - a way to test their vision continuously, to adapt and adjust before it's too late. Ries provides a scientific approach to creating and managing successful startups in a age when companies need to innovate more than ever.]]> 299 Eric Ries 0307887898 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.11 2011 The Lean Startup
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]]> <![CDATA[The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time]]> 25045046 Depression can feel like a downward spiral, pulling you into a vortex of sadness, fatigue, and apathy. In The Upward Spiral, neuroscientist Alex Korb demystifies the intricate brain processes that cause depression and offers a practical and effective approach to getting better. Based on the latest research in neuroscience, this book provides dozens of straightforward tips you can do every day to rewire your brain and create an upward spiral towards a happier, healthier life.

Whether you suffer from depression or just want a better understanding of the brain, this book offers an engaging and informative look at the neuroscience behind our emotions, thoughts, and actions. The truth is that there isn’t one big solution to depression, but there are numerous simple steps you can take to alter brain activity and chemistry. Some are as easy as relaxing certain muscles to reduce anxiety, or getting more sunlight to improve your mood. Small steps in the right direction can have profound effects—giving you the power to become your best self as you literally reshape your brain, one small change at a time.]]> 241 Alex Korb 1626251223 Bashayer 5 psychology, my-favorites
I was also hesitant to read this book because he is a neuroscientist, not a psychiatrist, so I thought his way of writing can be harsh, ignorant and inconsiderate, but I was yet wrong again, he was very considerate, and he knows exactly how to talk to a person who suffers.

This is a kind of book that I will read more than once. As someone who has a mental illness, it made me feel seen, and that my symptoms have a reason. I now understand my brain more, and I can acknowledge that this book helps, even if for a bit.

It is an educational book full of science, studies and experiments, so I learned a lot � I learned plenty of information that will stick with me forever, and will also remind myself often of it.

For me, I feel like I found a hidden treasure, not a book.

This book is an upward spiral for me, and I am glad that I found it.]]> 4.37 2015 The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time
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This is one of the best books I have ever read in my entire life, I was pretty hesitant before I pick it up since most neuroscience books are ridiculously packed with unnecessary information, which can be pretty boring and sometimes hard to understand, but this book is a complete opposed, Alex did an outstanding job. He explained brain functionality easily, and understandably, with not much talk. He explained why a person can feel a certain way and how to fix it... pretty easily, just like a manual book.

I was also hesitant to read this book because he is a neuroscientist, not a psychiatrist, so I thought his way of writing can be harsh, ignorant and inconsiderate, but I was yet wrong again, he was very considerate, and he knows exactly how to talk to a person who suffers.

This is a kind of book that I will read more than once. As someone who has a mental illness, it made me feel seen, and that my symptoms have a reason. I now understand my brain more, and I can acknowledge that this book helps, even if for a bit.

It is an educational book full of science, studies and experiments, so I learned a lot � I learned plenty of information that will stick with me forever, and will also remind myself often of it.

For me, I feel like I found a hidden treasure, not a book.

This book is an upward spiral for me, and I am glad that I found it.
]]> <![CDATA[Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones]]> 40121378 Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving—every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results.

If you're having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn't you. The problem is your system. Bad habits repeat themselves again and again not because you don't want to change, but because you have the wrong system for change. You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. Here, you'll get a proven system that can take you to new heights.

Clear is known for his ability to distill complex topics into simple behaviors that can be easily applied to daily life and work. Here, he draws on the most proven ideas from biology, psychology, and neuroscience to create an easy-to-understand guide for making good habits inevitable and bad habits impossible. Along the way, readers will be inspired and entertained with true stories from Olympic gold medalists, award-winning artists, business leaders, life-saving physicians, and star comedians who have used the science of small habits to master their craft and vault to the top of their field.

Learn how to:
-Make time for new habits (even when life gets crazy);
-Overcome a lack of motivation and willpower;
- Design your environment to make success easier;
- Get back on track when you fall off course;
...and much more.

Atomic Habits will reshape the way you think about progress and success, and give you the tools and strategies you need to transform your habits--whether you are a team looking to win a championship, an organization hoping to redefine an industry, or simply an individual who wishes to quit smoking, lose weight, reduce stress, or achieve any other goal.]]> 319 James Clear Bashayer 0 currently-reading 4.34 2018 Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
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]]> <![CDATA[Everything Beautiful Began After]]> 10156330
George has come to Athens to learn ancient languages after growing up in New England boarding schools and Ivy League colleges. He has no close relationships with anyone and spends his days hunched over books or wandering the city in a drunken stupor.

Henry is in Athens to dig. An accomplished young archaeologist, he devotedly uncovers the city’s past as a way to escape his own, which holds a secret that not even his doting parents can talk about.

...and then, with a series of chance meetings, Rebecca, George, and Henry are suddenly in flight, their lives brighter and clearer than ever, as they fall headlong into a summer that will forever define them in the decades to come.]]> 402 Simon Van Booy 0061661481 Bashayer 0 currently-reading 3.75 2011 Everything Beautiful Began After
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]]> <![CDATA[The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays]]> 19012451 In the essay, Camus introduces his philosophy of the absurd: our futile search for meaning, unity & clarity in the face of an unintelligible world devoid of god & eternity. Does the realization of the absurd require suicide? He answers: "No. It requires revolt." He then outlines several approaches to the absurd life. The final chapter compares the absurdity of life with the situation of Sisyphus, a figure of Greek mythology who was condemned to repeat forever the same meaningless task of pushing a rock up a mountain, only to see it roll down again. The essay concludes, "The struggle itself...is enough to fill a man's heart. One must imagine Sisyphus happy."
The work should be seen in relation to other works by Camus: the novel The Stranger ('42), the play Caligula ('45), & especially the essay The Rebel ('51) which was completed prior to his death in '60 in a car accident.]]> 226 Albert Camus 0307827828 Bashayer 0 4.17 1942 The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays
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]]> <![CDATA[The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life]]> 85697 210 Rosamund Stone Zander 0142001104 Bashayer 0 music, my-next-read, to-read 3.90 2000 The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life
author: Rosamund Stone Zander
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average rating: 3.90
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]]> Letters to Milena 21462851
"The voice of Kafka in Letters to Milena is more personal, more pure, and more painful than in his fiction: a testimony to human existence and to our eternal wait for the impossible. A marvelous new edition of a classic text."
—Jan Kott]]> 297 Franz Kafka 080415077X Bashayer 0 4.07 1952 Letters to Milena
author: Franz Kafka
name: Bashayer
average rating: 4.07
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]]> <![CDATA[Bhagavad Gita: Talks Between The Soul And God]]> 21044957
The Bhagavad Gita is an encounter without parallel in world literature. At its heart is a conversation between the soul and God. This new edition is the first to be produced from a home-grown British Hindu, aimed at a contemporary Western audience. It includes the specially commissioned drawings of the English artist Charles Newington.

Ranchor Prime’s version adopts a non-sectarian approach, making the Gita relevant to those of all religions or none, and emphasising the link between religion and self-development. It is distinguished by its easy accessibility. His section-by-section commentary opens the text to the spiritual seeker. He never loses sight of the audience for his book, and that he wants his readers to understand the Gita in a personal way.]]> 241 Ranchor Prime Bashayer 0 4.81 2010 Bhagavad Gita: Talks Between The Soul And God
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]]> <![CDATA[A Calendar of Wisdom: Daily Thoughts to Nourish the Soul, Written and Se]]> 18915319 A Calendar of Wisdom is a day-by-day guide that illuminates the path of a life worth living with a brightness undimmed by time. Unjustly censored for nearly a century, it deserves to be placed with the few books in our history that will never cease teaching us the essence of what is important in this world.]]> 385 Leo Tolstoy Bashayer 0 4.16 1906 A Calendar of Wisdom: Daily Thoughts to Nourish the Soul, Written and Se
author: Leo Tolstoy
name: Bashayer
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]]> <![CDATA[The Complete Conversations with God]]> 18275877
Conversations with God, Book 1 was the start of Neale Donald Walsch's ongoing dialogue with God. The trilogy contains the most essential truths and lessons for spiritual seekers, and these books are the bestselling of all the author's works. Featuring a new foreword by the author, printed throughout in two colors, and inserted in a fully enclosed full-color box, this remarkable book will be a Christmas gift to treasure.]]> 752 Neale Donald Walsch 1101657766 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.57 1998 The Complete Conversations with God
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]]> Odes to Common Things 44053 152 Pablo Neruda 0821220802 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.41 1954 Odes to Common Things
author: Pablo Neruda
name: Bashayer
average rating: 4.41
book published: 1954
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]]> <![CDATA[Call Me By My True Names: The Collected Poems of Thich Nhat Hanh]]> 418595 206 Thich Nhat Hanh 1888375167 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.38 Call Me By My True Names: The Collected Poems of Thich Nhat Hanh
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]]> Stillness Speaks 67864 144 Eckhart Tolle Bashayer 0 to-read 4.25 2003 Stillness Speaks
author: Eckhart Tolle
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]]> The Perennial Philosophy 5131
An inspired gathering of religious writings that reveals the "divine reality" common to all faiths, collected by Aldous Huxley

"The Perennial Philosophy," Aldous Huxley writes, "may be found among the traditional lore of peoples in every region of the world, and in its fully developed forms it has a place in every one of the higher religions."

With great wit and stunning intellect—drawing on a diverse array of faiths, including Zen Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, Christian mysticism, and Islam—Huxley examines the spiritual beliefs of various religious traditions and explains how they are united by a common human yearning to experience the divine. The Perennial Philosophy includes selections from Meister Eckhart, Rumi, and Lao Tzu, as well as the Bhagavad Gita, Tibetan Book of the Dead, Diamond Sutra, and Upanishads, among many others.]]> 336 Aldous Huxley 006057058X Bashayer 0 to-read 4.11 1945 The Perennial Philosophy
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]]> <![CDATA[Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...and Maybe the World]]> 31423133

If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.
On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day. Taking inspiration from the university's slogan, "What starts here changes the world," he shared the ten principles he learned during Navy Seal training that helped him overcome challenges not only in his training and long Naval career, but also throughout his life; and he explained how anyone can use these basic lessons to change themselves-and the world-for the better.

Admiral McRaven's original speech went viral with over 10 million views. Building on the core tenets laid out in his speech, McRaven now recounts tales from his own life and from those of people he encountered during his military service who dealt with hardship and made tough decisions with determination, compassion, honor, and courage. Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple wisdom, practical advice, and words of encouragement that will inspire readers to achieve more, even in life's darkest moments.]]> 2 William H. McRaven Bashayer 0 to-read 3.99 2017 Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...and Maybe the World
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]]> Atlas Shrugged 662 This is the story of a man who said that he would stop the motor of the world and did. Was he a destroyer or the greatest of liberators?

Why did he have to fight his battle, not against his enemies, but against those who needed him most, and his hardest battle against the woman he loved? What is the world’s motor � and the motive power of every man? You will know the answer to these questions when you discover the reason behind the baffling events that play havoc with the lives of the characters in this story.

Tremendous in its scope, this novel presents an astounding panorama of human life � from the productive genius who becomes a worthless playboy � to the great steel industrialist who does not know that he is working for his own destruction � to the philosopher who becomes a pirate � to the composer who gives up his career on the night of his triumph � to the woman who runs a transcontinental railroad � to the lowest track worker in her Terminal tunnels.

You must be prepared, when you read this novel, to check every premise at the root of your convictions.

This is a mystery story, not about the murder � and rebirth � of man’s spirit. It is a philosophical revolution, told in the form of an action thriller of violent events, a ruthlessly brilliant plot structure and an irresistible suspense. Do you say this is impossible? Well, that is the first of your premises to check.]]> 1168 Ayn Rand 0452011876 Bashayer 0 to-read 3.67 1957 Atlas Shrugged
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]]> Think on These Things 13470
‘Krishnamurti’s observations and explorations of modern man’s estate are penetrating and profound, yet given with a disarming simplicity and directness. To listen to him or to read his thoughts is to face oneself and the world with an astonishing morning freshness.� -- Anne Marrow Lindbergh]]> 258 J. Krishnamurti 0060916095 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.22 1964 Think on These Things
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]]> Freedom from the Known 143877 124 J. Krishnamurti 0060648082 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.29 1969 Freedom from the Known
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]]> The First and Last Freedom 13316815 290 Jiddu Krishnamurti Bashayer 0 to-read 4.58 1954 The First and Last Freedom
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]]> <![CDATA[Wisdom to Heal the Earth - Meditations and Teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe]]> 43225598 572 Tzvi Freeman Bashayer 0 to-read 4.88 Wisdom to Heal the Earth - Meditations and Teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe
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]]> The Psychology of Money 41881472 242 Morgan Housel 0857197681 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.27 2020 The Psychology of Money
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]]> <![CDATA[The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference]]> 2612 The tipping point is that magic moment when an idea, trend, or social behavior crosses a threshold, tips, and spreads like wildfire. Just as a single sick person can start an epidemic of the flu, so too can a small but precisely targeted push cause a fashion trend, the popularity of a new product, or a drop in the crime rate. This widely acclaimed bestseller, in which Malcolm Gladwell explores and brilliantly illuminates the tipping point phenomenon, is already changing the way people throughout the world think about selling products and disseminating ideas.]]> 301 Malcolm Gladwell 0316346624 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.01 2002 The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference
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]]> <![CDATA[BE 2.0 (Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0): Turning Your Business into an Enduring Great Company]]> 55270310
Beyond Entrepreneurship became a leadership staple, particularly among small and early-stage companies. And while Collins would go on to write a series of famous bestsellers that have sold more than ten million copies worldwide, this lesser-known early work remains the favourite of many of his loyal readers.

Now, with Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0, Collins re-shares the timeless insights in Beyond Entrepreneurship alongside new perspectives gleaned after decades of additional research into what makes great companies tick. In Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0, you'll learn how to turn your company into the 2.0 version of itself. You'll be challenged to grow your own leadership as your company grows, from 1x to 2x to 5x to 10x. You'll learn Collins's newest reflections on people decisions, insights that extend beyond his seminal "first who" principle about getting the right people on the bus. You'll learn why luck favours the persistent, and what it means to look for "who luck." You'll learn about the origins of the "BHAG" (Big Hairy Audacious Goal), and why even a small business needs a galvanising BHAG to have a complete and inspiring vision.

You'll also unlock what Collins calls "The Map." The Map is a road map that pulls together the key concepts developed from thirty years of research and writing into one integrated framework for building a company that delivers superior results, makes a distinctive impact, and achieves lasting endurance.

Finally, you'll learn the lessons that Jim Collins himself learned from the most influential mentor in his life, Bill Lazier.

Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0 is the ambitious upgrade to a classic. In Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0, you'll discover that the goal to turn your business into an enduring great company is as relevant - and as within your reach - as ever.]]> 344 Jim Collins 0399564241 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.41 2020 BE 2.0 (Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0): Turning Your Business into an Enduring Great Company
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]]> <![CDATA[Science of Running: Analyze your Technique, Prevent Injury, Revolutionize your Training (DK Science of)]]> 45833267
There is a science to running, and now you can learn about it too! Whether you are new to running, or have conquered a few marathons in your time, this runner's guide will show you how to train efficiently, find a suitable running regime, and master the art of running for life!

Inside the pages of this running book, you’ll find:

- Explanations on the anatomy and physiology of the runner.
- Easy-to-read descriptions of how running involves every system in the body.
- A scientific breakdown of what happens under the skin at every stage of the running cycle.
- Featuring anatomy of common injuries and exercise programs for both prevention and recovery.
- 30 key exercises and how to perfect precision to optimize their benefits.
- Bespoke training plans for runners at all levels.

Expert-led insights backed by scientific research will show you how to start running, how to run faster, and how to improve your flexibility and gait for running efficiency and safety.

Included in the Science of Running are exercises and training programs that target each muscle to ensure you become a stronger, better runner. The clear CGI images show annotations to muscle mechanics so you know you are taking the right steps and perfecting technique.

Learn the science behind your body’s energy systems, proper hydration and nutrition.
From long-distance to marathon running, this sports book will completely transform your performance of injury-free running and help you to smash your goals one step at a time, proving the ideal running gift for the fitness fanatic in your life.

At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.

So why not dive deeper into our successful Science of series, where you can discover the research and scientific theories behind exercise and sport. Explore the anatomy of yoga to perfect your practice in Science of Yoga; or redefine your daily routine with Science of Living.]]> 224 Chris Napier 1465489576 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.23 2020 Science of Running: Analyze your Technique, Prevent Injury, Revolutionize your Training (DK Science of)
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]]> Night Sky with Exit Wounds 30245389 Night Sky with Exit Wounds is a book of poetry unlike any other. Steeped in war and cultural upheaval and wielding a fresh new language, Vuong writes about the most profound subjects � love and loss, conflict, grief, memory and desire � and attends to them all with lines that feel newly-minted, graceful in their cadences, passionate and hungry in their tender, close attention: ‘…the chief of police/facedown in a pool of Coca-Cola./A palm-sized photo of his father soaking/beside his left ear.� This is an unusual, important book: both gentle and visceral, vulnerable and assured, and its blend of humanity and power make it one of the best first collections of poetry to come out of America in years.

‘These are poems of exquisite beauty, unashamed of romance, and undaunted by looking directly into the horrors of war, the silences of history. One of the most important debut collections for a generation.� Andrew McMillan]]> 93 Ocean Vuong Bashayer 2 poetry 4.05 2016 Night Sky with Exit Wounds
author: Ocean Vuong
name: Bashayer
average rating: 4.05
book published: 2016
rating: 2
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]]> <![CDATA[The Third Door: The Wild Quest to Uncover How the World's Most Successful People Launched Their Careers]]> 36739769 The larger-than-life journey of an 18-year-old college freshman who set out from his dorm room to track down Bill Gates, Lady Gaga, and dozens more of the world's most successful people to uncover how they broke through and launched their careers.

The Third Door takes readers on an unprecedented adventure--from hacking Warren Buffett's shareholders meeting to chasing Larry King through a grocery store to celebrating in a nightclub with Lady Gaga--as Alex Banayan travels from icon to icon, decoding their success. After remarkable one-on-one interviews with Bill Gates, Maya Angelou, Steve Wozniak, Jane Goodall, Larry King, Jessica Alba, Pitbull, Tim Ferriss, Quincy Jones, and many more, Alex discovered the one key they have in common: they all took the Third Door.

Life, business, success... it's just like a nightclub. There are always three ways in. There's the First Door: the main entrance, where ninety-nine percent of people wait in line, hoping to get in. The Second Door: the VIP entrance, where the billionaires and celebrities slip through. But what no one tells you is that there is always, always... the Third Door. It's the entrance where you have to jump out of line, run down the alley, bang on the door a hundred times, climb over the dumpster, crack open the window, sneak through the kitchen--there's always a way in. Whether it's how Bill Gates sold his first piece of software or how Steven Spielberg became the youngest studio director in Hollywood history, they all took the Third Door.]]> 320 Alex Banayan Bashayer 0 to-read 4.11 2018 The Third Door: The Wild Quest to Uncover How the World's Most Successful People Launched Their Careers
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]]> <![CDATA[Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity]]> 61153739 #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER � A groundbreaking manifesto on living better and longer that challenges the conventional medical thinking on aging and reveals a new approach to preventing chronic disease and extending long-term health, from a visionary physician and leading longevity expert

Wouldn’t you like to live longer? And better? In this operating manual for longevity, Dr. Peter Attia draws on the latest science to deliver innovative nutritional interventions, techniques for optimizing exercise and sleep, and tools for addressing emotional and mental health.

For all its successes, mainstream medicine has failed to make much progress against the diseases of aging that kill most people: heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and type 2 diabetes. Too often, it intervenes with treatments too late to help, prolonging lifespan at the expense of healthspan, or quality of life. Dr. Attia believes we must replace this outdated framework with a personalized, proactive strategy for longevity, one where we take action now, rather than waiting.

This is not “biohacking,� it’s science: a well-founded strategic and tactical approach to extending lifespan while also improving our physical, cognitive, and emotional health. Dr. Attia’s aim is less to tell you what to do and more to help you learn how to think about long-term health, in order to create the best plan for you as an individual. In Outlive, readers will discover:

� Why the cholesterol test at your annual physical doesn’t tell you enough about your actual risk of dying from a heart attack.
� That you may already suffer from an extremely common yet underdiagnosed liver condition that could be a precursor to the chronic diseases of aging.
� Why exercise is the most potent pro-longevity “drug”—and how to begin training for the “Centenarian Decathlon.�
� Why you should forget about diets, and focus instead on nutritional biochemistry, using technology and data to personalize your eating pattern.
� Why striving for physical health and longevity, but ignoring emotional health, could be the ultimate curse of all.

Aging and longevity are far more malleable than we think; our fate is not set in stone. With the right roadmap, you can plot a different path for your life, one that lets you outlive your genes to make each decade better than the one before.]]> 496 Peter Attia 0593236599 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.33 2023 Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity
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]]> <![CDATA[The Sweet Spot: The Pleasures of Suffering and the Search for Meaning]]> 56922622 304 Paul Bloom 0062910566 Bashayer 0 to-read 3.58 2021 The Sweet Spot: The Pleasures of Suffering and the Search for Meaning
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]]> <![CDATA[Chop Wood, Carry Water: A Guide to Finding Spiritual Fulfillment in Everyday Life]]> 251369
Magical Power, Marvelous Action!

Chopping Wood, Carrying Water...

The message is as true today as it was then: the greatest lessons and the profoundest heights of the spiritual path can be found in our everyday life. It is the greatest challenge for people living in contemporary society to find the spiritual aspects of working in an office, store, or factory; balancing a checkbook; raising a family; or making a relationship work. How can we make all these daily activities a part of the path? How can we apply the insights of great spiritual traditions, and our own experience, to the way we live and develop?

This book is a guide - a handbook filled with information, advice, hints, stories, inspiration, encouragement, connections, warning, and cautions, for the inner journey as we live throughout our lives.

Chop Wood, Carry Water contains much ancient wisdom, but the emphasis is on contemporary perceptions. Many of our guides have been known to humanity for millennia: they are the world's great spiritual teachers- Christ, the Buddha, Loa Tse, Confucius. Others are contemporary teacher and healers, widely recognized and respected. All offer ways to integrate the events, our focus on relationships and family, our struggle with technology, money, politics and more- into the quest for spiritual fulfillment.]]> 304 Rick Fields 0874772095 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.00 1984 Chop Wood, Carry Water: A Guide to Finding Spiritual Fulfillment in Everyday Life
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]]> <![CDATA[What I Talk About When I Talk About Running]]> 2195464
Equal parts training log, travelogue, and reminiscence, this revealing memoir covers his four-month preparation for the 2005 New York City Marathon and takes us to places ranging from Tokyo’s Jingu Gaien gardens, where he once shared the course with an Olympian, to the Charles River in Boston among young women who outpace him. Through this marvelous lens of sport emerges a panorama of memories and insights: the eureka moment when he decided to become a writer, his greatest triumphs and disappointments, his passion for vintage LPs, and the experience, after fifty, of seeing his race times improve and then fall back.

By turns funny and sobering, playful and philosophical, What I Talk About When I Talk About Running is rich and revelatory, both for fans of this masterful yet guardedly private writer and for the exploding population of athletes who find similar satisfaction in running.]]> 188 Haruki Murakami Bashayer 0 to-read 3.87 2007 What I Talk About When I Talk About Running
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]]> <![CDATA[Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 1]]> 15015
I have heard the crying of your heart. I have seen the searching of your soul. I know how deeply you have desired the Truth. In pain have you called out for it, and in joy. Unendingly have you beseeched Me. Show Myself. Explain Myself. Reveal Myself.

I am doing so here, in terms so plain, you cannot misunderstand. In language so simple, you cannot be confused. In vocabulary so common, you cannot get lost in the verbiage.

So go ahead now. Ask Me anything. Anything. I will contrive to bring you the answer. The whole universe will I use to do this. So be on the lookout; this book is far from My only tool. You may ask a question, then put this book down. But watch.

Listen.

The words to the next song you hear. The information in the next article you read. The story line of the next movie you watch. The chance utterance of the next person you meet. Or the whisper of the next river, the next ocean, the next breeze that caresses your ear - all these devices are Mine; all these avenues are open to Me. I will speak to you if you will listen. I will come to you if you will invite Me. I will show you then that I have always been there.

All ways.]]> 223 Neale Donald Walsch 0399142789 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.20 1995 Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 1
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]]> <![CDATA[Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World]]> 40672036
In this timely and enlightening book, the bestselling author of Deep Work introduces a philosophy for technology use that has already improved countless lives.

Digital minimalists are all around us. They're the calm, happy people who can hold long conversations without furtive glances at their phones. They can get lost in a good book, a woodworking project, or a leisurely morning run. They can have fun with friends and family without the obsessive urge to document the experience. They stay informed about the news of the day, but don't feel overwhelmed by it. They don't experience "fear of missing out" because they already know which activities provide them meaning and satisfaction.

Now, Newport gives us a name for this quiet movement, and makes a persuasive case for its urgency in our tech-saturated world. Common sense tips, like turning off notifications, or occasional rituals like observing a digital sabbath, don't go far enough in helping us take back control of our technological lives, and attempts to unplug completely are complicated by the demands of family, friends and work. What we need instead is a thoughtful method to decide what tools to use, for what purposes, and under what conditions.

Drawing on a diverse array of real-life examples, from Amish farmers to harried parents to Silicon Valley programmers, Newport identifies the common practices of digital minimalists and the ideas that underpin them. He shows how digital minimalists are rethinking their relationship to social media, rediscovering the pleasures of the offline world, and reconnecting with their inner selves through regular periods of solitude. He then shares strategies for integrating these practices into your life, starting with a thirty-day "digital declutter" process that has already helped thousands feel less overwhelmed and more in control.

Technology is intrinsically neither good nor bad. The key is using it to support your goals and values, rather than letting it use you. This book shows the way.]]> 302 Cal Newport 052553654X Bashayer 0 to-read 4.06 2019 Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
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]]> The Art of Loving 14142
Most people are unable to love on the only level that truly matters: love that is compounded of maturity, self-knowledge, and courage. As with every art, love demands practice and concentration, as well as genuine insight and understanding.

In his classic work, The Art of Loving, renowned psychoanalyst and social philosopher Erich Fromm explores love in all its aspects—not only romantic love, steeped in false conceptions and lofty expectations, but also brotherly love, erotic love, self-love, the love of God, and the love of parents for their children.]]> 180 Erich Fromm 0061129739 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.05 1956 The Art of Loving
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]]> <![CDATA[The Hand of Poetry: Five Mystic Poets of Persia : Translations from the Poems of Sanai, Attar, Rumi, Saadi and Hafiz : Lectures on Persian Poetry]]> 72926 185 Coleman Barks 0930872479 Bashayer 0 to-read, poetry 4.37 1993 The Hand of Poetry: Five Mystic Poets of Persia : Translations from the Poems of Sanai, Attar, Rumi, Saadi and Hafiz : Lectures on Persian Poetry
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]]> كبرت ونسيت أن أنسى 29244403
عندما سقطتُ وشجّ حاجبي،
عندما أجبرتني معلمة الرياضيات على الوقوف ووجهي للحائط
لأنني نسيت أن 7 × 6 = 42

عندما انكسرت درّاجتي ولم يشتروا لي أخرى
لكي لا أكسرها.
عندما انكسرت زجاجةُ روحي

عندما مات والداي
عندما لم أمت أنا
عندما كان العالم كثيراً وأنا وحدي

عندما نحر أخي دميتي لأن "الباربي" حرام
وشطب قناة "سبيس تون" لأن "البوكيمون" حرام.

عندما خلع صورة أمي وأبي من البرواز ودفنها في الدرج المكسور
كي لا تطرد الملائكة ..
عندما امتلأت شقوق الجدران بالشياطين

عندما أجبرتُ على دخول كلية البنات،
حفاظاً على عفافي.
عندما عرضني على صديقه للزواج،
حفاظاً على عفافي.

عندما مزّقتُ أغلفة كتبي لأحميها من الحرق.
عندما كتبتُ قصيدتي الأولى أسفل علبة الكلينيكس
وأنا أرتجفُ من الخوف

عندما شدّني من حجاب رأسي في أصبوحتي الشعرية الأولى ..
عندما صفعني أخيراً

قالوا لي جميعاً: تكبرين وتنسين.

المشكلة هي أنني كبرتُ ولم أنسَ،
كبرتُ ونسيتُ أن أنسى ..]]> 265 بثينة العيسى Bashayer 0 to-read, arabic 3.62 2013 كبرت ونسيت أن أنسى
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]]> <![CDATA[The Product Book: How to Become a Great Product Manager]]> 35274263 314 Product School 0998973831 Bashayer 0 to-read, work 4.10 The Product Book: How to Become a Great Product Manager
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]]> <![CDATA[Death on the Nile (Hercule Poirot, #18)]]> 54110717 Beloved detective Hercule Poirot embarks on a journey to Egyptin one of Agatha Christie’s most famous mysteries.

The tranquility of a luxury cruise along the Nile was shattered by the discovery that Linnet Ridgeway had been shot through the head. She was young, stylish, and beautiful. A girl who had everything . . . until she lost her life.

Hercule Poirot recalled an earlier outburst by a fellow passenger: “I’d like to put my dear little pistol against her head and just press the trigger.� Yet under the searing heat of the Egyptian sun, nothing is ever quite what it seems.

A sweeping mystery of love, jealousy, and betrayal,Death on the Nileis one of Christie’s most legendary and timeless works.

]]> 343 Agatha Christie Bashayer 4 thriller 4.26 1937 Death on the Nile (Hercule Poirot, #18)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself]]> 19437999 The Untethered Soul offers simple yet profound answers to these questions.

Whether this is your first exploration of inner space, or you’ve devoted your life to the inward journey, this book will transform your relationship with yourself and the world around you. You’ll discover what you can do to put an end to the habitual thoughts and emotions that limit your consciousness. By tapping into traditions of meditation and mindfulness, author and spiritual teacher Michael A. Singer shows how the development of consciousness can enable us all to dwell in the present moment and let go of painful thoughts and memories that keep us from achieving happiness and self-realization.

Copublished with the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS) The Untethered Soul begins by walking you through your relationship with your thoughts and emotions, helping you uncover the source and fluctuations of your inner energy. It then delves into what you can do to free yourself from the habitual thoughts, emotions, and energy patterns that limit your consciousness. Finally, with perfect clarity, this book opens the door to a life lived in the freedom of your innermost being.]]> 314 Michael A. Singer 1608820491 Bashayer 4 spirituality-and-religion 4.37 2007 The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself
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]]> The Red Book: Liber Novus 6454477 The Red Book, a large, illuminated volume he created between 1914 and 1930. Here he developed his principle theories—of the archetypes, the collective unconscious, and the process of individuation—that transformed psychotherapy from a practice concerned with treatment of the sick into a means for higher development of the personality.

While Jung considered The Red Book to be his most important work, only a handful of people have ever seen it. Now, in a complete facsimile and translation, it is available to scholars and the general public. It is an astonishing example of calligraphy and art on a par with The Book of Kells and the illuminated manuscripts of William Blake. This publication of The Red Book is a watershed that will cast new light on the making of modern psychology.
212 color illustrations.]]> 371 C.G. Jung 0393065677 Bashayer 0 4.53 2009 The Red Book: Liber Novus
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]]> <![CDATA[Designing the Mind: The Principles of Psychitecture]]> 56622694 The Instant Cult Classic on the Art of Reprogramming Your Own Psychological Software Neuropsychology tells us that the human mind is infinitely malleable and adaptable. We know it is possible to rewire emotions and build deep tranquility into our minds. We know we can overcome the biased beliefs and self-limiting habits that hold us back from our potential. Yet when we actually seek to modify and master our minds, we are usually met with shallow life hacks and fleeting fixes. Fortunately, many great ancient philosophers left behind the open-source cognitive code for altering your own mental patterns and becoming your ideal self. Legendary thinkers like the Buddha, Marcus Aurelius, Friedrich Nietzsche, and Abraham Maslow have revealed the insights for building a brilliant mind, and award-winning systems designer, Ryan A Bush, weaves them into a vital theory for helping individuals scale the heights of self-mastery and lead great lives. "A fascinating framework" - Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, author of The New Science of Self-Actualization If you struggle with persistent negative thoughts, stress and anxiety, or difficulty setting or achieving your goals, this modern self-mastery manual is essential reading. After reading this book, you will - How your mental algorithms determine your personal trajectory - How the Stoics overcame negativity and cultivated unshakeable peace - How to master the mechanisms behind your habits and behaviors - The right way to introspect and balance rationality and emotion - How the Buddha mastered his thoughts and desires - The difference between decoy goals and defined goals - The four threats to craving, compliance, comfort, and corruption - How to use your desires to fuel you instead of make you suffer - How to put an end to negative thoughts and rumination - How to achieve big goals effortlessly - And much more... "It has already changed my life, and I know it will change others as well" - Aaron T. Perkins, Executive Leadership Coach Though most never learn to change their default programming, it is possible to rewire your cognitive biases, change your ingrained habits, and transform your emotional reactions. The process of psychitecture will enable you to unplug from your own mind, alter its underlying patterns, and become the architect of your own enlightenment.]]> 270 Ryan A. Bush Bashayer 0 to-read, psychology 4.22 Designing the Mind: The Principles of Psychitecture
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]]> 1919 42104087 446 أحمد مراد 9776386849 Bashayer 0 to-read, arabic 3.67 2014 1919
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]]> <![CDATA[Be Water, My Friend: The Teachings of Bruce Lee]]> 49247089
"Empty your mind; be formless, shapeless like water."

Bruce Lee is a cultural icon, renowned the world over for his martial arts and film legacy. But Lee was also a deeply philosophical thinker, learning at an early age that martial arts are more than just an exercise in physical discipline―they are an apt metaphor for living a fully realized life.

Now, in Be Water, My Friend , Lee’s daughter Shannon shares the concepts at the core of his philosophies, showing how they can serve as tools of personal growth and self-actualization. Each chapter brings a lesson from Bruce Lee’s teachings, expanding on the foundation of his iconic “be water� philosophy. Over the course of the book, we discover how being like water allows us to embody fluidity and naturalness in life, bringing us closer to our essential flowing nature and our ability to be powerful, self-expressed, and free.

Through previously untold stories from her father’s life and from her own journey in embodying these lessons, Shannon presents these philosophies in tangible, accessible ways. With Bruce Lee’s words as a guide, she encourages readers to pursue their essential selves and apply these ideas and practices to their everyday lives―whether in learning new things, overcoming obstacles, or ultimately finding their true path.

Be Water, My Friend is an inspirational invitation to us all, a gentle call to action to consider our lives with new eyes. It is also a testament to how one man's exploration and determination transcended time and place to ignite our imaginations―and to inspire many around the world to transform their lives.]]> 240 Shannon Lee 1250206685 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.17 2020 Be Water, My Friend: The Teachings of Bruce Lee
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]]> Sonnets to Orpheus 19216757 240 Rainer Maria Rilke 0834825317 Bashayer 3 3.25 1923 Sonnets to Orpheus
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rating: 3
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]]> Seeds Planted in Concrete 29418026 Seeds Planted in Concrete is Bianca Sparacino’s raw testament to the beauty that is found within the contrasts of life. By writing truthfully about the intricacies of both love and loss, Sparacino’s first collection of work is one that will speak to the very depths of those who read it, inspiring a will to love, and live. This collection is a manifesto of the journey every human being takes throughout their life; an assembly of words that celebrates the resilience of the human heart through stages of hurting, feeling, healing and loving.]]> 122 Bianca Sparacino 0996487123 Bashayer 0 to-read 4.07 2015 Seeds Planted in Concrete
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]]> <![CDATA[Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender (Power vs. Force, #9)]]> 19202564 401 David R. Hawkins 1401945538 Bashayer 4 psychology 4.40 2012 Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender (Power vs. Force, #9)
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rating: 4
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]]> <![CDATA[How to Keep House While Drowning]]> 60139504 How to Keep House While Drowning will introduce you to six life-changing principles that will revolutionize the way you approach home care—without endless to-do lists. Presented in 31 daily thoughts, this compassionate guide will help you begin to get free of the shame and anxiety you feel over home care.

Inside you will learn:
· How to shift your perspective of care tasks from moral to functional;
· How to stop negative self-talk and shame around care tasks;
· How to give yourself permission to rest, even when things aren’t finished;
· How to motivate yourself to care for your space.]]> 151 K.C. Davis 166800285X Bashayer 0 to-read, my-next-read 4.22 2022 How to Keep House While Drowning
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]]> <![CDATA[The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair]]> 19301797 643 Joël Dicker 0143126687 Bashayer 0 to-read 3.98 2012 The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair
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]]> <![CDATA[Let That Sh*t Go: Find Peace of Mind and Happiness in Your Everyday]]> 52550566
It’s no wonder you can’t calm your to-do list is as long as your arm, your bank balance keeps dropping, you feel guilty for not calling your parents more often and there always seems to be a big deadline to meet at work. You need a serious breather—but you can barely find time to shower, let alone to exercise or meditate.

In Let That Sh*t Go, Kate Petriw and Nina Purewal share the wisdom they’ve gained though decades of practising and teaching others to find peace of mind no matter how busy they are. Learn to put your life in perspective, take each day one step at a time and steal moments of calm amid the chaos. And it’s not worth holding onto that sh*t.]]> 352 Nina Purewal 1633886786 Bashayer 0 to-read, my-next-read 3.82 2019 Let That Sh*t Go: Find Peace of Mind and Happiness in Your Everyday
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]]> <![CDATA[The Seeker of Nothing: A fable on owning your life]]> 71632207 GET READY FOR THE ADVENTURE OF YOUR LIFE!

It has been seven years since he has lived in the prison of his nightmares, since the incident that changed his life forever. Now, it is time for the troubled warrior, Andahar, to set foot on land again.

At the behest of his brother, a reluctant Andahar must deliver a mysteriously enchanting, bejewelled box to the King of Templetron.

Little does he know, bewitching lands and formidable opponents await him on his expedition from Corcusia to the Mountains of Templetron.]]> 159 Kabir Munjal 9355512988 Bashayer 0 4.15 The Seeker of Nothing: A fable on owning your life
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]]> <![CDATA[The Making of a Manager: What to Do When Everyone Looks to You]]> 38821039 Instant Wall Street Journal Bestseller!

Congratulations, you're a manager! After you pop the champagne, accept the shiny new title, and step into this thrilling next chapter of your career, the truth descends like a fog: you don't really know what you're doing.

That's exactly how Julie Zhuo felt when she became a rookie manager at the age of 25. She stared at a long list of logistics--from hiring to firing, from meeting to messaging, from planning to pitching--and faced a thousand questions and uncertainties. How was she supposed to spin teamwork into value? How could she be a good steward of her reports' careers? What was the secret to leading with confidence in new and unexpected situations?

Now, having managed dozens of teams spanning tens to hundreds of people, Julie knows the most important lesson of all: great managers are made, not born. If you care enough to be reading this, then you care enough to be a great manager.

The Making of a Manager is a modern field guide packed everyday examples and transformative insights, including:

* How to tell a great manager from an average manager (illustrations included)
* When you should look past an awkward interview and hire someone anyway
* How to build trust with your reports through not being a boss
* Where to look when you lose faith and lack the answers

Whether you're new to the job, a veteran leader, or looking to be promoted, this is the handbook you need to be the kind of manager you wish you had.]]> 288 Julie Zhuo 0735219567 Bashayer 0 to-read, work 4.18 2019 The Making of a Manager: What to Do When Everyone Looks to You
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]]> <![CDATA[This is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn To See]]> 40549476 #1 WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER & INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERA game-changing approach to marketing, sales, and advertising.For the first time Seth Godin offers the core of his marketing wisdom in one compact, accessible, timeless package. This is Marketing shows you how to do work you're proud of, whether you're a tech startup founder, a small business owner, or part of a large corporation.No matter what your product or service, this book will help you reframe how it's presented to the world, in order to meaningfully connect with people who want it. Seth employs his signature blend of insight, observation, and memorable examples to teach How to build trust and permission with your target market.* The art of positioning--deciding not only who it's for, but who it's not for.* Why the best way to achieve your goals is to help others become who they want to be.* Why the old approaches to advertising and branding no longer work.* The surprising role of tension in any decision to buy (or not).* How marketing is at its core about the stories we tell ourselves about our social status.You can do work that matters for people who care. This book shows you the way.'A very accessible way into Godin's thinking . . . Godin writes in pacy, jargon-free prose and this book is interesting and useful for anyone who wants an insight into how, and why, we buy things or change our habits in any way ' The Financial TimesIf you enjoyed reading this, check out Seth Godin's Purple Cow, a true business classic.]]> 271 Seth Godin Bashayer 0 to-read, work 3.90 2018 This is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn To See
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]]> <![CDATA[Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products]]> 22668729 How do successful companies create products people can’t put down?

Why do some products capture widespread attention while others flop? What makes us engage with certain products out of sheer habit? Is there a pattern underlying how technologies hook us?
Nir Eyal answers these questions (and many more) by explaining the Hook Model—a four-step process embedded into the products of many successful companies to subtly encourage customer behavior. Through consecutive “hook cycles,� these products reach their ultimate goal of bringing users back again and again without depending on costly advertising or aggressive messaging.


Hooked is based on Eyal’s years of research, consulting, and practical experience. He wrote the book he wished had been available to him as a start-up founder—not abstract theory, but a how-to guide for building better products. Hooked is written for product managers, designers, marketers, start-up founders, and anyone who seeks to understand how products influence our behavior.


Eyal provides readers with:


� Practical insights to create user habits that stick.
� Actionable steps for building products people love.

� Fascinating examples from the iPhone to Twitter, Pinterest to the Bible App, and many other habit-forming products.]]> 256 Nir Eyal 1591847788 Bashayer 0 to-read, work 4.12 2013 Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products
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]]> <![CDATA[Neuroscience of Personality: Brain Savvy Insights for All Types of People]]> 13171282 200 Dario Nardi 0979868475 Bashayer 0 to-read, psychology 3.99 2011 Neuroscience of Personality: Brain Savvy Insights for All Types of People
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]]> <![CDATA[Clarity & Connection (The Inward Trilogy)]]> 57363199 From the celebrated author of Inward comes a new collection of poetry and short prose that illuminates how past wounds impact our present relationships.

In Clarity and Connection, Yung Pueblo explores how intense emotions accumulate in our subconscious and condition us to act and react the ways we do. With his distinctive voice, at once spare and evocative, the author guides us through the excavation and release of the past that is required for growth. On the topic of intimate relationships, he reflects:

find a partner who accepts you as you are but also inspires you to evolve because they take their own growth seriously. love will not seek to change you. it will embrace you so unconditionally that you will feel safe enough to heal the old and put effort into the new. the courage you both have to stay committed to the inner journey will reflect brightly on your relationship.

An unabridged audiobook, read by the author. This recording also includes a bonus audio interview with Yung Pueblo, in conversation with Tami Simon.]]> 258 Yung Pueblo 1524870471 Bashayer 3 poetry 4.43 2019 Clarity & Connection (The Inward Trilogy)
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]]> <![CDATA[Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life with the Heart of a Buddha]]> 6483174 In our current times of global crises and spiking collective anxiety, Tara Brach’s transformative practice of Radical Acceptance offers a pathway to inner freedom and a morecompassionateworld. This classic work now featuresan insightful new introduction, an exclusive bonus chapter, andadditionalguided meditations. “Radical Acceptance offers us an invitation to embrace ourselves with all our pain, fear, and anxieties, and to step lightly yet firmly on the path of understanding and compassion.”—Thich Nhat Hanh“Believingthat something is wrong with us is a deep and tenacious suffering,� says Tara Brach at the start of this illuminating book. This suffering emerges in crippling self-judgments and conflicts in our relationships, in addictions and perfectionism, in loneliness and overwork—all the forces that keep our lives constricted and unfulfilled. Radical Acceptance offers a path to freedom, including the day-to-day practical guidance developed over Dr. Brach’s forty years of work with therapy clients and Buddhist students.Writing with great warmth and clarity, Tara Brach brings her teachings alive through personal stories and case histories, fresh interpretations of Buddhist tales, and guided meditations. Step by step, she shows us howwe can stop being at war with ourselves and begin to live fully every precious moment of our lives.]]> 352 Tara Brach 0553901028 Bashayer 0 4.31 2000 Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life with the Heart of a Buddha
author: Tara Brach
name: Bashayer
average rating: 4.31
book published: 2000
rating: 0
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date added: 2023/08/11
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]]> <![CDATA[The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse]]> 46259138 A book of hope for uncertain times.

“What do you want to be when you grow up?� asked the mole.
“Kind,� said the boy.

Charlie Mackesy offers inspiration and hope in uncertain times in this beautiful book based on his famous quartet of characters. The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse explores their unlikely friendship and the poignant, universal lessons they learn together.

Radiant with Mackesy’s warmth and gentle wit, The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse blends hand-written narrative with dozens of drawings, including some of his best-loved illustrations (including “Help,� which has been shared over one million times) and new, never-before-seen material.

A modern classic in the vein of The Tao of Pooh, The Alchemist, and The Giving Tree, this charmingly designed keepsake will be treasured for generations to come.]]> 128 Charlie Mackesy Bashayer 5 for-zozo, my-favorites 4.58 2019 The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
author: Charlie Mackesy
name: Bashayer
average rating: 4.58
book published: 2019
rating: 5
read at: 2023/08/11
date added: 2023/08/11
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