In this episode, they discuss the best books they've read and rank Chris's books. They talk about a variety of fiction and nonfiction books they recommend, including 'Snow Crash' and 'Grit'. They also explore the joy of children's books and debate fiction versus nonfiction. Additionally, they discuss books on the creative process and goal setting. They emphasize the importance of checking sources and provide book recommendations for both fiction and nonfiction.
Stress-Free Productivity focuses on personalized productivity rituals and learning from historical productivity successes to avoid perfectionist thinking.
Good Habits Bad Habits explores the science behind habit formation, emphasizing the importance of consistency and offering practical insights backed by research.
Grit emphasizes the power of perseverance and passion in achieving success, challenging the belief in innate talent alone.
How to Write a Lot emphasizes consistent writing habits and drawing from historical productivity successes to prioritize regular writing sessions.
Snow Crash is a captivating novel that explores themes of gaming, relationships, and the impact of technology on society.
Deep dives
Stress-Free Productivity by Alice Boyes
Stress-Free Productivity by Alice Boyes is a book that offers a fresh approach to productivity. It focuses on avoiding perfectionist thinking and encourages personalized productivity rituals. The book emphasizes learning from historical productivity successes and explores the relationship between consistency and productivity.
Good Habits Bad Habits by Wendy Wood
Good Habits Bad Habits by Wendy Wood delves into the science behind habit formation. It covers the systems around habits, such as stretch goals and smart goals. The book offers practical insights backed by research and emphasizes the importance of consistency in developing productive habits.
Grit by Angela Duckworth
Grit by Angela Duckworth explores the power of perseverance and passion in achieving success. It challenges the belief that innate talent alone leads to success, highlighting the importance of tenacity in overcoming setbacks and achieving long-term goals.
How to Write a Lot by Paul Jay Silvia
How to Write a Lot by Paul Jay Silvia is a guide to academic writing, but its principles can be applied to other forms of writing and creation. It emphasizes the importance of consistent writing habits and not waiting for perfect conditions. The book encourages writers to draw from their own historical productivity successes and prioritize regular writing sessions.
Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson
Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson is a captivating novel set in a virtual world where characters move between the virtual and physical realms. It explores themes of gaming, relationships, and the impact of technology on society.
We Spread by Ian Reed
We Spread by Ian Reed is an intriguing exploration of aging and memory. The book features unique characters and thought-provoking insights as it delves into the complexities of the aging process.
The Classical School by Callum Williams
The Classical School by Callum Williams provides an engaging history of economic thought and challenges misconceptions surrounding influential economic thinkers. It offers a balanced and informative account of key economic concepts, making it a valuable read for those interested in economics.
How Not to Age by Michael Greger
How Not to Age by Michael Greger offers a scientific approach to maintaining health as we grow older. Grounded in research, the book provides valuable insights into healthy aging and offers practical advice on improving overall well-being.
The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin
The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin is a thought-provoking book that explores the creative process. Rubin, a renowned music producer, shares personal insights and wisdom on the art of creation, making it a valuable resource for anyone involved in creative pursuits.
New Developments in Goal Setting and Task Performance
New Developments in Goal Setting and Task Performance is a comprehensive collection of academic essays exploring various aspects of goal setting and performance. It provides valuable insights for individuals interested in understanding the science behind effective goal setting and task performance.
