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Book Summary: “What to Make of a Life”

In “What to Make of a Life,” bestselling author Jim Collins explains what 10 years of research taught him about living a worthwhile life.

Brad Stulberg’s “The Way of Excellence” shows that one of the best ways to create a fulfilling life is to pursue excellence in any given field.

Matthew Dicks’s book “Storyworthy” is the best book on storytelling I’ve ever read, and I’ve read a bunch. Here are my biggest takeaways.

I’ve structured these seven books about Stoicism in order of when you should read each one, based on approachability, length, and impact.

When he was Roman Emperor, Marcus Aurelius kept a journal, which was later published as “Meditations.” Here are his most memorable quotes.

Every month I record the best quotes I find in books, articles, podcasts, etc. Here are the gems from this past month.

Every month I record the best quotes I find in books, articles, podcasts, etc. Here are the gems from this past month.

Here are 11 life-changing perspectives I’ve picked up from other people. I hope they’ll be as thought-provoking to you as they’ve been to me.

Every month I record the best quotes I find in books, articles, YouTube videos, podcasts, etc. Here are the gems from September 2025.

Every month I record the best quotes I find in books, articles, YouTube videos, podcasts, etc. Here are the gems from August 2025.