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Perfectly narrated audiobook. Don't read it, listen to it, please!
Will Smith is a phenomenon and I liked Mark Manson, so I gave this book a try. And I don't regret it a bit.
It's funny, interesting, and inspiring. This guy is a fool. In a good way, of course.
Will Smith is a phenomenon and I liked Mark Manson, so I gave this book a try. And I don't regret it a bit.
It's funny, interesting, and inspiring. This guy is a fool. In a good way, of course.
*reread 2022, review is from 2020*
Must read for all the university students around the world. Mostly for those in "elite" universities and with ambitious goals. This book gives you statistics and experiences from different people in the education system; it will give you the courage to find your own path and take bold decisions.
It helped me question the education I am getting and inspired me to take a different approach for the following three years that will lead to higher "success" than every part before.
It is very US-centric, but also relevant for non-US students. Also great to read while still in high school!
Must read for all the university students around the world. Mostly for those in "elite" universities and with ambitious goals. This book gives you statistics and experiences from different people in the education system; it will give you the courage to find your own path and take bold decisions.
It helped me question the education I am getting and inspired me to take a different approach for the following three years that will lead to higher "success" than every part before.
It is very US-centric, but also relevant for non-US students. Also great to read while still in high school!
Really wonderful story and well written.
Definitely for everyone who loves nature, felt alone during their live, or was bullied. Or anyone really who loves some strong female leads.
I did not like the ending. Not because of what happened, but more because of how it was written. I felt there was so much more potential to make this book perfect.
Definitely for everyone who loves nature, felt alone during their live, or was bullied. Or anyone really who loves some strong female leads.
I did not like the ending. Not because of what happened, but more because of how it was written. I felt there was so much more potential to make this book perfect.
Exceptional story, beautifully written. This guy. Wow.
Educational, funny, and very interesting. Trevor Noah is brutally honest and can describe even the most difficult situations well, so that an outsider can understand.
Educational, funny, and very interesting. Trevor Noah is brutally honest and can describe even the most difficult situations well, so that an outsider can understand.
If you are like me, do yourself a favor and just read a summary.
I think most of the rules (except 11) make sense and are interesting to know. Maybe even helpful.
But the chatter in between the main points is so much. I often did not see why something Mr. Peterson wrote was relevant to the rule/chapter.
If you want to make a point to me, don't use the bible or some old stories. Don't just tell me that "the data is in", but tell me what the data is. Be precise in your speech, duh.
I am not hating on Jordan B. Peterson with my rating and comment. I think he is an interesting character and I enjoy how he disrupts some well established ways of thinking. It does not mean that I agree with him.
His videos are fun to watch, this book is just really not for me. His writing style does not work with me.
(also, I picked up this book now after giving up on it three years ago. I hate not finishing books, that is why I tried. But honestly, I was close to just closing it again. So lengthy and boring.)
I think most of the rules (except 11) make sense and are interesting to know. Maybe even helpful.
But the chatter in between the main points is so much. I often did not see why something Mr. Peterson wrote was relevant to the rule/chapter.
If you want to make a point to me, don't use the bible or some old stories. Don't just tell me that "the data is in", but tell me what the data is. Be precise in your speech, duh.
I am not hating on Jordan B. Peterson with my rating and comment. I think he is an interesting character and I enjoy how he disrupts some well established ways of thinking. It does not mean that I agree with him.
His videos are fun to watch, this book is just really not for me. His writing style does not work with me.
(also, I picked up this book now after giving up on it three years ago. I hate not finishing books, that is why I tried. But honestly, I was close to just closing it again. So lengthy and boring.)
Interesting analysis and comment on antibiotics (and other medication against pathogens) and how they interact with human beings.
I really like how the book talks about the biological basis of resistance in bacteria and at the same time about social factors like poverty and borders.
I really like how the book talks about the biological basis of resistance in bacteria and at the same time about social factors like poverty and borders.
I am so glad I finally found this book. I have been looking for information on how to take care of my mental health for some time, but most books are super specific on trauma or other kind of diagnosis I do not have.
"Widen the Window" is for everyone who habitually pushes themselves to finish a task, reach a goal, or live through particular social situations. And so much more!
Only after reading this book, can I finally acknowledge that what I experience is stress and that things have to change in order for me to feel better and get out of the hole I am currently in.
Elizabeth Stanley does a great mix of personal anecdotes and scientifically proven strategies. It was therefore easier to connect to the things she says and find strategies to apply them to my own life.
I honestly wish I could just summarize this entire book here. Or lecture everyone I meet (and especially those I care about) about the principles or self-care and resilience building mentioned in this book.
My attempt to summarize:
It is okay to feel overwhelmed! It is not possible to think your way out of feeling stress. Your body experiences it and there are techniques to finish the stress cycle and relax, we just don't learn about much of this in school.
Sleep 8+ hours a day, exercise for 150+ minutes a week, eat well, engage in mindful activities, have healthy relationships.
Please do this AND read the book.
Thanks.
Of course, this book is not perfect. I am giving it 5 stars right now because so much was so good and new to me. But it is important that people read other books in addition to this (and seek therapy if things don't feel right!)
A great comment and additional resources are in this Goodreads thread: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/4016438746
"Widen the Window" is for everyone who habitually pushes themselves to finish a task, reach a goal, or live through particular social situations. And so much more!
Only after reading this book, can I finally acknowledge that what I experience is stress and that things have to change in order for me to feel better and get out of the hole I am currently in.
Elizabeth Stanley does a great mix of personal anecdotes and scientifically proven strategies. It was therefore easier to connect to the things she says and find strategies to apply them to my own life.
I honestly wish I could just summarize this entire book here. Or lecture everyone I meet (and especially those I care about) about the principles or self-care and resilience building mentioned in this book.
My attempt to summarize:
It is okay to feel overwhelmed! It is not possible to think your way out of feeling stress. Your body experiences it and there are techniques to finish the stress cycle and relax, we just don't learn about much of this in school.
Sleep 8+ hours a day, exercise for 150+ minutes a week, eat well, engage in mindful activities, have healthy relationships.
Please do this AND read the book.
Thanks.
Of course, this book is not perfect. I am giving it 5 stars right now because so much was so good and new to me. But it is important that people read other books in addition to this (and seek therapy if things don't feel right!)
A great comment and additional resources are in this Goodreads thread: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/4016438746
Read this as an ally. And took so much for myself as well.
The introduction on attachment styles has been my favorite on attachment so far.
Definitely also interesting for monogamous people!
The introduction on attachment styles has been my favorite on attachment so far.
Definitely also interesting for monogamous people!
More than I expected. This book took Biomimicry how I understood it so far to another level and applied it to broader questions than I had thought about before. Very very interesting!
I really hope human beings can learn more from nature and built a world more and more in tune with it.
I really hope human beings can learn more from nature and built a world more and more in tune with it.
