Must Reads
Must Reads
These books changed my life. I hope they change yours!
The World’s Most Influential Book on Personal Success
The bestselling classic that made Systems Over Goals, Talent Stacking, and Passion Is Overrated universal success advice has been reborn.
Once in a generation, a book revolutionizes its category and becomes the preeminent reference that all subsequent books on the topic must pay homage to, in name or in spirit.
How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big by Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert, is such a book for the field of personal success.
A contrarian pundit and persuasion expert in a class of his own, Adams has reached hundreds of millions directly and indirectly through the 2013 first edition’s straightforward yet counterintuitive advice—to invite failure in, embrace it, then pick its pocket.
The second edition of How to Fail is a tighter, updated version, by popular demand. Yet new and returning readers alike will find the same candor, humor, and timeless wisdom on productivity, career growth, health and fitness, and entrepreneurial success as the original classic.
How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big, Second Edition is the essential read (or re-read) for anyone who wants to find a unique path to personal victory—and make luck find you in whatever you do.
Wake up and take control of your life!
One reason so few of us achieve what we truly want in life is that we never direct our focus; we never concentrate our power. But there is unlimited power that lies dormant within us all. We all have a sleeping giant within us. Each of us have our own bit of genius just waiting to be tapped. It might be a talent for art or music. It might be empathy. It might be innovating or business acumen. Most people are unaware of the untapped potential we can immediately command when we concentrate all our resources on mastering a single area of our lives.
With four million copies sold, this new edition of Awaken the Giant Within serves as a powerful wakeup call for a new generation of readers. Robbins helps you raise your standards, change the core beliefs that hold you back, and provides strategies for quickly producing the results you desire.
Josh Waitzkin knows what it means to be at the top of his game. A public figure since winning his first National Chess Championship at the age of nine, Waitzkin was catapulted into a media whirlwind as a teenager when his father’s book Searching for Bobby Fischer was made into a major motion picture. After dominating the scholastic chess world for ten years, Waitzkin expanded his horizons, taking on the martial art Tai Chi Chuan and ultimately earning the title of World Champion. How was he able to reach the pinnacle of two disciplines that on the surface seem so different? “I’ve come to realize that what I am best at is not Tai Chi, and it is not chess,” he says. “What I am best at is the art of learning.”
With a narrative that combines heart-stopping martial arts wars and tense chess face-offs with life lessons that speak to all of us, The Art of Learning takes readers through Waitzkin’s unique journey to excellence. He explains in clear detail how a well-thought-out, principled approach to learning is what separates success from failure. Waitzkin believes that achievement, even at the championship level, is a function of a lifestyle that fuels a creative, resilient growth process. Rather than focusing on climactic wins, Waitzkin reveals the inner workings of his everyday method, from systematically triggering intuitive breakthroughs, to honing techniques into states of remarkable potency, to mastering the art of performance psychology.
Through his own example, Waitzkin explains how to embrace defeat and make mistakes work for you. Does your opponent make you angry? Waitzkin describes how to channel emotions into creative fuel. As he explains it, obstacles are not obstacles but challenges to overcome, to spur the growth process by turning weaknesses into strengths. He illustrates the exact routines that he has used in all of his competitions, whether mental or physical, so that you too can achieve your peak performance zone in any competitive or professional circumstance.
In stories ranging from his early years taking on chess hustlers as a seven year old in New York City’s Washington Square Park, to dealing with the pressures of having a film made about his life, to International Chess Championships in India, Hungary, and Brazil, to gripping battles against powerhouse fighters in Taiwan in the Push Hands World Championships, The Art of Learning encapsulates an extraordinary competitor’s life lessons in a page-turning narrative.
The Art of War is a timeless treatise on strategy, leadership, and the principles of warfare, offering profound insights applicable far beyond the battlefield. Attributed to the ancient Chinese general Sun Tzu, the text emphasizes the importance of preparation, adaptability, and understanding both oneself and one's adversaries. Its teachings extend to various aspects of life, including business, politics, and personal growth, highlighting the value of strategic thinking and the art of winning without unnecessary conflict.
Since its inception over two millennia ago, The Art of War has been revered as a foundational work in military strategy and philosophy. Its concise yet profound principles, such as the necessity of knowing "the enemy and yourself," resonate across cultures and eras, ensuring its status as a universal guide for decision-making and conflict resolution. The treatise explores themes of discipline, deception, and the balance between strength and subtlety, providing a framework for navigating challenges effectively.
The enduring appeal of The Art of War lies in its adaptability to diverse contexts, from corporate strategies to personal endeavors. By focusing on foresight, resourcefulness, and the ethical dimensions of leadership, Sun Tzu's work invites readers to reflect on the essence of victory and the paths to achieving harmony amid competition. Its timeless wisdom continues to inspire individuals and leaders worldwide, offering guidance in navigating the complexities of human endeavors
With over 10 years on The New York Times bestseller list, and over 9 million copies in print, The Four Agreements continues to top the bestseller lists.
In The Four Agreements, don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, The Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love.
“This book by don Miguel Ruiz, simple yet so powerful, has made a tremendous difference in how I think and act in every encounter.” — Oprah Winfrey
“Don Miguel Ruiz’s book is a roadmap to enlightenment and freedom.” — Deepak Chopra, Author, The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
“An inspiring book with many great lessons.” — Wayne Dyer, Author, Real Magic
“In the tradition of Castaneda, Ruiz distills essential Toltec wisdom, expressing with clarity and impeccability what it means for men and women to live as peaceful warriors in the modern world.” — Dan Millman, Author, Way of the Peaceful Warrior
1. Attention to the present moment; observing, listening, and noticing all the feelings at play in our relationships.
2. Acceptance of ourselves and others just as we are.
3. Appreciation of all our gifts, our limits, our longings, and our poignant human predicament.
4. Affection shown through holding and touching in respectful ways.
5. Allowing life and love to be just as they are, with all their ecstasy and ache, without trying to take control.
When deeply understood and applied, these five simple concepts—what Richo calls the five A's—form the basis of mature love. They help us to move away from judgment, fear, and blame to a position of openness, compassion, and realism about life and relationships. By giving and receiving these five A's, relationships become deeper and more meaningful, and they become a ground for personal transformation.
Discover:
- Why conditional love fuels conflict with spouses, kids, friends, and colleagues
- How to break the cycles of expectation and disappointment
- A clear, step-by-step path to find and keep Real Love
- The way to heal past wounds and replace anger with peace and confidence
Whether you're struggling with marriage, parenting, or friendships, Real Love offers tools to transform every connection in your life. Stop searching for happiness--start living it.
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