Personal development for smart people
the conscious pursuit of personal growth
by Steve Pavlina · first published 2008
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There's a lot of different ones of course... off the top of my head: No more Mr Nice Guy by Robert Glover. I also like Personal development for smart people by Steve Pavlina. Tom Butler-Bowdon has a series of books that summarize all the major works in psychology/self help/prosperity/success/etc. Those are a good way to get up to speed and learn what's out…
on “Rich Dad Poor Dad... Worst Personal Finance Book of All Time?” ↗…mind: The Four-Hour Work Week by Tim Ferris - Really made me think about life and the work I do Tribes by Seth Godin - Love this book. The Dip by Seth Godin - read it before, reread it again this year Personal Development for Smart People by Steve Pavlina - really had to struggle to get past the beginning, was fantastic once I did Find Your Great Work by Michael Bungary Stanier - I liked this one a lot, motivational The Power of Less…
on “Ask HN: Great books you read in 2009?” ↗…the act of typing through my thoughts, getting them out and throwing them around has had an incredible impact on my mood, motivation, etc. I feel like my own therapist. 5. I think Steve Pavlina's book, Personal Development for Smart People, is one of the most complete and impactful books on improving your lifestyle. In particular, there are some great thoughts on finding your purpose on life. Highly recommended. Again, props to you for…
on “Ask HN: Are you happy, well-rounded? (dealing w/ depression/lack of motivation)” ↗Seriously. I mean, only an idiot wouldn't want to buy "Personal Development for Smart People".
on “Reading list for those who love to learn” ↗Gang Leader for a Day Cracking the GRE Personal Development for Smart People The Ultimate Sales Machine Finding Your Zone: Ten Core Lessons for Achieving Peak Performance in Sports and Life Must-read-soon: Infinite Jest; Tribes; Influence; Made to Stick; Foundation Rails 2 There…
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