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Mentioned in 18 episodes

Long Walk to Freedom

Book • 1995
Long Walk to Freedom is an autobiography by Nelson Mandela that chronicles his early life, his education, and his 27 years spent in prison under the apartheid government.

The book describes his role as a leader of the African National Congress and his involvement in the anti-apartheid movement.

It also details his political ascension and his presidency of South Africa, as well as his efforts to rebuild the country after apartheid.

The book is an epic of struggle, setback, renewed hope, and ultimate triumph, and it has been praised for its insight into Mandela's life and his fight for human rights and racial equality.

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Mentioned in 18 episodes

Mentioned by David Senra in relation to Churchill's approach to overcoming challenges.
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#225 Winston Churchill
Mentioned by David Senra , quoting Nelson Mandela on the benefits of rigorous physical activity for stress relief.
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Mentioned by David Senra in the context of dealing with stress and setbacks.
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Mentioned by Tom Bilyeu while discussing coming-of-age rituals and the importance of meaningful life transitions, referencing Mandela's book about his experiences.
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Recommended by Speaker 1 as one of the most impactful books they've ever read, emphasizing its exploration of resilience and meaning in the context of a long struggle for freedom.
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Mentioned by Tom Bilyeu as an example of a coming-of-age ritual and its impact on identity.
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Recommended by Brendon Burchard as a metaphor for maintaining vision despite difficult circumstances.
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The Hidden Cost of Never Taking a Break
Mentioned by Tom Bilyeu as a book he is currently reading, focusing on mindset.
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Mentioned by Tom Bilyeu in the context of coming-of-age rituals and the importance of rites of passage.
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Mentioned by Steve Hare as a book that inspired him after visiting Robben Island and learning about Nelson Mandela's kindness.
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Mentioned by Tom Bilyeu as a book that profoundly impacted him, highlighting Nelson Mandela's philosophy on overcoming oppression.
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Recommended by Jim Mattis for its illustration of reconciliation and nation-building.
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440: Leadership in the Midst of Chaos, with Jim Mattis
Recommended by Tom Bilyeu as a source of insight about the transformative power of ritualistic scarring.
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Mentioned by John McAvoy as a book he read while in solitary confinement.
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Mentioned by Tom Bilyeu in a discussion about coming-of-age rituals and their impact on personal development.
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Mentioned by Tom Bilyeu as an example of a leader who understood the importance of unity and bringing groups together.
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