Thinking, Mental Models and Systems
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Book Review: “Meditations” by Marcus Aurelius
If you are interested in modern Stoicism*, you have likely heard of the book Meditations by Marcus Aurelius. Written in the second century AD, this is an unusual book in the sense that it was compiled as a series of… Continue reading
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Book Review: “What to Say When You Talk to Yourself” by Shad Helmstetter
The book “What to Say When You Talk to Yourself” by Shad Helmstetter is an old classic on the same topic as its name says. Finally bought the book and found it quite actionable. One can argue that some key… Continue reading
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Book Review: “Thinking in Systems” by Donella Meadows
I have yet to see any problem, however complicated, which, when looked at in the right way, did not become still more complicated! – a quote from the book The book “Thinking in Systems” by Donella Meadows starts unconventionally even… Continue reading
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Book Review: “Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results” by Shane Parrish
The book titled “Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results” by Shane Parrish has been on my reading list since its release last year. I have been a huge fan and follower of Shane Parrish’s writings on fs.blog through… Continue reading
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Book Review: “Quit” by Annie Duke
We have all heard the virtues of “persevering against all odds” and eventual triumph of the protagonist. But is it always the case, are there legit scenarios where cutting your losses early could be more advantageous and if there are;… Continue reading