The Almanack of Naval Ravikant
Eric Jorgenson
Getting rich is not just about luck; happiness is not just a trait we are born with. These aspirations may seem out of reach, but how do we attain them? The Almanack of Naval Ravikant captures the wisdom of Naval Ravikant—an icon in Silicon Valley and high-performance culture—proving that both wealth and happiness are skills that can be learned. This isn't a traditional non-fiction book written from start to finish. Instead, it is a curated collection of Naval’s most insightful tweets, podcast transcripts, and essays from the last decade. Editor Eric Jorgenson has organized these fragmented pieces of wisdom into a cohesive guide, creating a high-impact manifesto on how to live a successful and fulfilling life. Naval Ravikant is an entrepreneur, philosopher, and investor who has captivated the world with his principles for building wealth and creating long-term happiness. He is the founder of AngelList and an early investor in companies like Uber, Twitter, and Notion.
Apology
Plato
In Plato's Apology, Socrates defends himself against the charges of corrupting the youth of Athens and not believing in the city's gods. This timeless dialogue explores themes of justice, truth, and the role of the philosopher in society. A powerful defense of a life dedicated to questioning and seeking wisdom.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Stephen R. Covey
A remarkable book about the human condition, elegantly written and understanding of our embedded concerns. It provides an empowering philosophy for life and is the best guarantee of success in business. This book is filled with practical wisdom for people who want to take control of their lives, their business and their careers.
The Architecture of Happiness
Alain de Botton
An exploration of how architecture affects our happiness and well-being, examining the psychological and emotional impact of buildings and design. It delves into the question of what makes a building beautiful and how our surroundings shape our identities and experiences.
Atomic Habits
James Clear
"Atomic Habits" is the definitive manual on behavioral change, written by James Clear. It shifts the focus from setting massive, intimidating goals to refining the tiny, daily routines that compound into massive results over time. Clear argues that if you can get just 1% better each day, you will end up thirty-seven times better by the end of the year—a concept he calls the "compound interest of self-improvement." The book challenges the common misconception that success is a matter of willpower. Instead, Clear posits a fundamental truth: "You do not rise to the level of your goals, you fall to the level of your systems." He introduces the concept of Identity-Based Habits, arguing that lasting change happens not when you focus on what you want to achieve (outcome), but on who you wish to become (identity). To put this into practice, Clear offers the Four Laws of Behavior Change: a simple set of rules to Make it Obvious, Make it Attractive, Make it Easy, and Make it Satisfying. Whether you want to exercise more or stop procrastinating, Atomic Habits provides a scientifically backed, step-by-step framework for reshaping your life by mastering the "atoms" of your daily behavior.