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Intriguing

Reviewed: 2019-01-09

The topic of mindfulness is in fashion these days. Intrigued, I wanted to learn more about it and I wanted to do so in a detailed and in depth manner. This course delivered. Well structured, engaging and with ample opportunity to apply what is being taught. I enjoyed the learning very much. The concepts of impermenance and acceptance and the practice of sitting and walking meditation covered in the course, especially resonate with me. Great course indeed.

Brilliant

Reviewed: 2018-12-21

Even though I don't necessarily agree with all the advice and conclusions of the author, I am impressed by the depth of thought, the variety of subjects and the sheer volume of research and insights in this book.

Chapters starts with an engaging story of a historic figure (Channel, Queen Elizabth, Rockefeller and many more). The story is then analyzed and followed by insights and advice on how to manage the aspects of human nature seen in that figure.

Brilliant!

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The Antidode to Analysis Paralysis

Reviewed: 2018-11-20

True to form Cardone delivers his message with conviction and lots of energy. The book is what I would call "Antidode to Analysis Paralysis".

It is a bit simplistic in its message. Basically a bias to action is always preferable to inaction.

I don't know about that. Read the Art of War to see what I mean. Timing and being in a state of readiness is as important as taking action when called for.

There is no rush to do the wrong things.

I think Cardone took an extreme stance because of the prevelance of procrastination and excuse making. So he wanted to counterbalance with his 10.X message.

Not a masterpiece, but worth the read.

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Rumble with Platitudes

Reviewed: 2018-11-11

I did not feel the author is sincere. This is especially disappointing in a book which discusses vulnerability in leadership. I found no flow, no real substance or depth of thought or innovation in the entire book.

The author shares her personal trials which consist of missing her child's game and arguing with her husband about ham sandwiches. That's it? Either she has lived a very privileged life, or she's holding back.

Jam packed with self promotion, platitudes and read in a contrived tone. I forced myself to finish the book hoping that at some point there will be something worth learning. Unfortunately, this is not the case, at least not for me.

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You are not powerless!

Reviewed: 2018-10-24

First, the good, the book chronicals the recovery of the author from binge eating disorder. An engaging read, she is genuine and shares her vulnerability with the reader in a touching story. The argument that acting on urges is what causes over eating and that we need not wait for some transformation and the complete resolution of "underlying causes and emotions" to stop destructive behavior is refreshing. A message that the "disease care" industry does not want us to believe. In this sense the book is empowering.

The less good, the semantics around Overeaters Anonymous (OA) referring to a higher power (God) as we understand him vs the author referring to her higher brain, is a convoluted attempt at distancing her theory from OA. There are similarities.

Finally, a pet peeve, does the book really need to repeat the word binge this many times? I know it's the topic of the book, but saying "... act on my urges ..." is sufficient. No need to say "...act on my urges to binge ...". In some sections it felt like every other word is binge.

All in all a good book. Glad I read it and I did learn from it.

Great Listen

Reviewed: 2018-10-16

Available only on Audible, this is a collection of recorded lectures with commentary added here and there.

The latter part of the book digressed a bit, but it covers interesting topics nonetheless, so that's easily forgiven.

After listening to it, you will have a fundamental understanding of Kaizen and (at least in my case) a new appreciation of how impactful small steps can be in reaching a larger goal.

Recommend read.

This should've been an article...

Reviewed: 2018-09-24

Too short for a book, too long for an article, the publication is lost somewhere in the middle.

A few good concepts, but nothing really new or innovative.

Storyline is irrelevant and annoying. It mostly serves as filler. The book has cheesy cliches scattered throughout.

A disappointing read.

Audible Theater

Reviewed: 2018-08-22

Entertaining story, a bit long winded, but enjoyed it non the less. Not so much an audible book at it is audible theater.

Great Classic

Reviewed: 2018-08-19

Growing up in the Middle East and attending a German school, my education incorporated a mix between Arabian and Germanic literature.

I decided to expose myself further to some of the English literary cannon and picked Charles Dickens to start.

Glad I did. Entertaining and engaging book and story. I especially enjoyed the opportunity to use my imagination and to visualize what the author is describing.

Great Expectations next ...

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Fun Facts

Reviewed: 2018-07-10

Packed with fun science facts. An entertaining book.

If you always wanted to know how a black hole works, how much pee is in a pool and if AI will be taking over the world soon. Read on.