Three Cups of Tea tells the true story of Greg Mortenson’s efforts to build schools in the most dangerous, remote, and anti-American reaches of Asia. After failing to climb K2, Mortenson was nursed back to health in a Pakistani village, which led to his life-changing mission to educate underprivileged children.
Fierce Conversations by Susan Scott is a guide to overcoming barriers to meaningful communication. It emphasizes the importance of transparency and honesty in conversations, teaching readers how to express their truth, understand others, handle confrontations, and resolve problems through dialogue. The book offers frameworks and techniques for conversations that can improve relationships and lead to greater individual and organizational success.
U Thrive: How to Succeed in College (and Life) is a comprehensive guide written by Dan Lerner and Alan Schlechter, two experts in positive psychology. The book is designed to help college students navigate the challenges and opportunities of college life, with a strong emphasis on applying the principles of positive psychology to foster personal growth, happiness, and success. It covers a wide range of topics, from managing stress and building resilience to finding purpose and creating meaningful relationships. The authors combine scientific research with practical advice and real-world examples to provide readers with strategies to thrive in college and beyond.
Felt Time by Marc Wittmann delves into the intriguing science behind how we perceive time, blending insights from psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy. It explores why time seems to fly when we’re having fun but drags during periods of boredom or waiting. Wittmann offers an in-depth look at the factors that influence our perception of time, including age, attention, and emotional states. He also discusses the implications of our time perception on our daily lives and how we can manage it better to live more fulfilling lives.
The book ‘Two Weeks Notice’ by Amy Porterfield is a personal development guide that encourages readers to quit unfulfilling jobs and pursue entrepreneurial ventures. It focuses on the importance of taking control of one’s work life and presents practical steps on how to transition from employee to entrepreneur. The book is based on Porterfield’s own experience, as well as stories of others who have made successful shifts.
Feeling Is The Secret, written by Neville Goddard, delves into the power of personal beliefs and the profound effect that feelings and imagination have on reality. The book outlines a practical guide for harnessing the power of the subconscious mind through controlled imagination and feelings. Goddard posits that by vividly imagining and feeling what it would be like to achieve our desires, we can influence our reality and bring about the outcomes we wish for. Through a series of explanations and examples, Goddard teaches readers how to apply these concepts to improve various aspects of their lives, including health, wealth, and personal relationships.
‘Why Don’t Students Like School?’ by Daniel T. Willingham explores the intersection of cognitive science and classroom education. Dissecting how students think and learn, Willingham provides insights into the challenges and misunderstandings about learning. The book delves into principles of cognitive science as they apply to teaching strategies, debunking popular myths and offering tangible advice on creating more engaging and effective educational experiences. It illustrates why traditional teaching methods often fail to capture students’ interest and how educators can harness cognitive principles to enhance learning.
In ‘Feeding the Soul (Because It’s My Business)’, Tabitha Brown, an actress and social media sensation, shares her journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment. Through personal stories and insights, Brown discusses how she found joy, love, and freedom in her life, emphasizing the importance of feeding the soul with kindness, patience, and love. The book serves as a guide to living a purposeful life filled with compassion and positivity.
In ‘Why Are We Yelling?’, Buster Benson tackles the challenging terrain of disagreements and debates, positing that these interactions don’t have to be negative experiences. Instead, they can be harnessed as opportunities for growth and understanding. Benson, an entrepreneur and former product leader at Amazon, Twitter, and Slack, guides readers through techniques to engage constructively in arguments by understanding cognitive biases and emotional triggers. The book serves as a manual for navigating conversations and disagreements in a healthy, productive way.