The Read Well Podcast Overcome the Anxiety of Choosing Your Next Book | EP 2
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Jun 19, 2023 In this podcast, Eddie Hood discusses the anxiety of choosing the next book to read. He emphasizes the importance of reading well over accumulating titles and shares tips on selecting a book that excites you. The episode also explores the themes of courage, meaningful work, and productivity, with book recommendations including 'Animal Farm' and '12 Rules for Life'.
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Books Are Conversations, Not Checklists
- A book is a conversation between you and an author, not a checklist to finish.
- Read to learn and engage, not to accumulate titles for status.
Read To Learn, Then Take Notes
- Read to learn from a book by engaging with the author's ideas and taking notes.
- Grab a pencil and paper and treat the book like a lesson to digest, not a quick read.
Two Purposes Of Nonfiction
- Nonfiction books let you either learn a new skill or see the world differently.
- Books can expose you to opposing views and force you to ask, 'Am I wrong?'