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Book Review: How to Read a Book — Why Adler and Van Doren Still Matter
Hi friends, There are books that teach you facts, books that entertain, and then there are books that quietly change the way you approach knowledge itself. How to Read a Book by Mortimer Adler and Charles Van Doren falls firmly into the third category. First published in 1940 and updated in the 1970s, it has
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Parenting, Productivity, and the Strain in Between
Hi friends, I know, I know… it’s been a while. Well, I’ve had a wobble. A long lasting wobble. Having reflected on it I think I have identified the cause. So, I’ve written about it. Something different. Something personal. 1. The Myth of Balance We are told a lie, and it is told so often
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Remembering Internet v2.0: When We Surfed, Searched & Actually Read Stuff
Long-Form Royalty — “Blog Posts Were King, Threads Were for Sewing” Hi friends; a short rant… Prelude: A Quick Scroll Backwards ⏪ Blow the cyber-dust off your mental browser, dump every biscuit, and picture a web with no algorithm slyly spoon-feeding you yesterday’s viral Strictly clip. In Internet v2.0 the long-form blog post wasn’t some quaint relic; it was legal
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Book review: Slow Productivity, by Cal Newport
After a busy period of family trips and moving, I delved into Cal Newport’s “Slow Productivity” and found it a refreshing approach. By prioritizing focus and quality over speed, it offers sustainable success and fulfillment.
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Book review: The Three-Body Problem
The Three-Body Problem: When Sci-Fi Gets Real (and a Little Terrifying) Hi friends, Fans of mind-bending science fiction – like me – are potentially in for a treat! Netflix is gearing up to release its adaptation of Liu Cixin’s award winning novel, “The Three-Body Problem,” – which I expect in the world of nerd is
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Book review: Meditations, by Marcus Aurelius
The book “Meditations” by Marcus Aurelius, an influential Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher, provides timeless wisdom on inner peace, resilience, community, and ethical living. Its enduring relevance and practical application make it a valuable guide for self-discovery and contentment.
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Instapaper v Reader: Beyond the Basics
Knowledge workers and curious individuals consume vast digital content, leading to overwhelm. Instapaper offers focused, ad-free reading and offline access, while Reader aids active learning, retention, and knowledge organization. Choose based on your reading goals.
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The Age of Innocence – Edith Wharton
Edith Wharton was one of the most influential American writers of the early 20th century. She was born in 1862 into a wealthy and aristocratic family, and grew up in a world of privilege and refinement. She was also a keen observer of the social changes and conflicts that marked her era, and used her
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The Divine Comedy
I have recently read, again, one of the most famous works of literature in history – The Divine Comedy, a long poem written by the Italian poet Dante Alighieri in the 14th century. The poem tells the story of Dante’s journey through the realms of the dead. Hell, purgatory, and heaven. The poem is especially
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Demosthenes – the Great Orator
Demosthenes died in 322 BC aged 62. His legacy influences modern day leaders across the world and the political spectrum. Not because of his philosophy and his beliefs, but for his ability to speak persuasively. He is perhaps the greatest orator of ancient Greece. Much has been said recently by the leaders of the UK’s
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The ‘new’ age of productivity coaching
Hey everyone, welcome back to my blog where I share my thoughts on the deep life – books, movies, and anything else that catches my interest. I want to talk about a book that I recently finished reading: Deep Work by Cal Newport. This book is all about how to achieve more focus and productivity
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