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How to Live

27 conflicting answers and one weird conclusion

Book • 2021

In 'How to Live', Derek Sivers presents a collection of 27 independent chapters, each offering a different philosophy on how to live.

These chapters often contradict each other, arguing for various approaches such as being completely independent, committing to one career or person, being fully present, or delaying gratification.

The book is designed for reflection as much as instruction, providing actionable directives without quoting philosophers or naming specific ideologies.

It invites readers to consider multiple perspectives and find their own way, emphasizing that there is no one right way to live life.

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Mentioned in 33 episodes

Mentioned by

Tim Ferriss

as the author of several books on philosophy and entrepreneurship.

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Mentioned by

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as one of

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' books.

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as books he authored on philosophy and entrepreneurship.

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Mentioned by

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as a book exploring different perspectives on how to live.

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as one of his books.

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Mentioned by

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as one of his own books.

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Mentioned by

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as a book that showcases

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' ability to distill and compress information.

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Mentioned by

Derek Sivers

to emphasize that the combination of chapters makes the book special.

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Recommended by

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Mentioned by

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Mentioned by

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Mentioned by

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Mentioned by the host when discussing

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' book "How to Live."

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Mentioned by

Jay Clouse

as the author of four excellent short books that are almost classified as philosophy for creatives.

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Mentioned by

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as his next book, focusing on how to live a fulfilling life.

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Mentioned by

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