In January I started the habit of writing down three lessons learned or 'ah-ha moments' at the end of each week. This is the compiled list for 2018 sorted into general categories.
Author: Jeremy Silva
Choose Yourself! by James Altucher Summary
Choose Yourself is one of my favorite books read in 2017. James is vulnerable in his writing, making him relatable and engaging. Contains several lists of ideas and plans with specific steps you can try. His suggestions to write 10 ideas a day, make a friends circle of influence, and write down every dream you have, had the most impact on me.
Habit Ideas
In December during my annual review I evaluate new habits I want to start, existing habits to continue or reinforce, and bad habits to stop. Here are some ideas and prompts to help you review your own habits.
Goodbye, Things Book Summary
Inspiring book on the author's personal minimalism journey. Contains practical advice for how-to declutter and discard, plus thoughts to challenge ones mindset about possessions.
Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Summary
The author, Dr. Viktor E. Frankl, spent years in Nazi death camps. This book is a product of his suffering in these camps. Within are his thoughts on meaning, purpose, love, fear, suffering and more.
Gift Ideas
If you're still shopping for Christmas, here are a few gift ideas I hope you'll find helpful.
Awaken the Giant Within Book Summary
Powerful book by Anthony Robbins covering decision making, beliefs, how to change behavior, dreaming big, and goal setting.
Up from Slavery Book Summary
Really enjoyed this personal memoir by Booker T. Washington. Here are two of my favorite quotes: There is a physical, mental and spiritual enjoyment that comes from a consciousness of being the absolute master of ones work, in all it's details, that is very satisfactory and inspiring. The older I grow, the more I am convinced that there is no education one can get from books and costly apparatus that is equal to that which can be gotten from contact with great men and women.
Essentialism by Greg McKeown Summary
Essentialism had a profound effect on my mindset and way of life. One of the top 5 books I've read in the past several years and I've recommended it to multiple friends. It contains a lot of information to digest and apply, I plan to read Essentialism again next year it was so good.
Extreme Ownership Book Summary
Insights on how to take ownership and stop making excuses. Covers the mental aspects of making a mindset shift from looking for excuses to taking ownership and developing solutions.