One Minute Book Reviews

  • How to Think More Effectively – by Alain de Botton

    Unlock the power of your mind with Alain de Botton’s guide to cognitive improvement. Challenge your thinking and make it more meaningful.
  • The Joy of Saying No – by Natalie Lue

    Learn the five styles of people-pleasing and how to have healthier relationships with your yes/no decisions. Say no without disappointing everyone.
  • Life Lessons From A Brain Surgeon – by Dr. Rahul Jandial

    “Life Lessons From A Brain Surgeon” offers practical strategies for peak health and performance, with a brain-centric bias. Get science-based insights without unnecessary fluff.
  • The Mindgym: Wake Your Mind Up – by Dr. Sebastian Bailey and Octavius Black

    Get a complete how-to-think overhaul with The Mindgym. This workbook offers exercises for psychology, creativity, logic, and more. A one-stop shop for honing different kinds of thinking.
  • Yoga Nidra Made Easy – by Dr. Uma Dinsmore-Tuli and Nirlipta Tuli

    This book teaches yoga nidra, a practice that promotes restful sleep and relaxation without the need for complicated poses or Sanskrit terms.
  • This Is Your Brain on Music – by Dr. Daniel Levitin

    Dr. Levitin explores the science behind music, from its impact on speech development to its effect on memory. A must-read for music lovers and cognitive enthusiasts.
  • Survival of the Prettiest – by Dr. Nancy Etcoff

    The science of beauty goes beyond partner selection. Your looks shape how people treat you, trust you, and even the medical care you receive. Understand the subconscious biases with this top-tier book.
  • Awakening Your Ikigai – by Dr. Ken Mogi

    Awakening Your Ikigai: A practical guide to finding purpose in life. Start today and discover the small details that bring you joy.
  • Why We Get Fat: And What to Do About It – by Gary Taubes

    Cut fat without eating less or exercising more. Taubes argues for low-carb, specifically ketogenic diet, for weight loss. A well-explained guide for managing weight.
  • In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts – by Dr. Gabor Maté

    This book on addiction is different from the rest. It focuses on understanding addiction instead of just beating it. A must-read for insight without the fluff.

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