This biography, based on more than 40 interviews with Steve Jobs and over 100 interviews with family members, friends, adversaries, competitors, and colleagues, provides a riveting story of Jobs' roller-coaster life and intense personality. It highlights his passion for perfection, his ferocious drive, and how he revolutionized six industries: personal computers, animated movies, music, phones, tablet computing, and digital publishing. The book explores Jobs' contradictions, his 'reality distortion field,' and the lessons about innovation, character, leadership, and values that can be drawn from his life and career.
This biography by Walter Isaacson delves into the life of Leonardo da Vinci, highlighting his boundless curiosity, meticulous observation, and innovative spirit. The book is based on thousands of pages from da Vinci's notebooks and new discoveries about his life and work. It connects his artistic achievements to his scientific inquiries, showcasing how his genius unified art and science. The narrative emphasizes da Vinci's skills such as passionate curiosity, careful observation, and a playful imagination, and it provides a vivid portrait of a polymath who was centuries ahead of his time in fields ranging from anatomy to engineering[2][3][5].
In 'Serve to Win,' Novak Djokovic recounts his journey from a war-torn childhood in Belgrade to becoming the world's number-one tennis player. He reveals how eliminating gluten from his diet resolved his health issues, such as aches, breathing difficulties, and injuries, and significantly improved his physical health and mental focus. The book includes weekly menus, mindful eating tips, and easy-to-prepare recipes, as well as tips for reducing stress and simple exercises. Djokovic advocates for a gluten-free lifestyle and encourages readers to try his plan for 14 days to achieve better health and well-being.
This biography by Walter Isaacson delves into the life of Albert Einstein, covering his childhood, his groundbreaking scientific theories, and his personal and political struggles. The book is based on newly released personal letters and archival materials, providing a detailed and engaging portrait of Einstein's life. It explains his theories, including the theory of relativity and his work on quantum mechanics, and discusses his involvement in world politics, pacifism, and his fight against anti-Semitism and authoritarian governments. The biography also highlights Einstein's rebellious nature, his creativity, and his commitment to individual freedom and intellectual freedom[2][3][5].
In 'Think Like a Monk', Jay Shetty shares his experiences as a monk and provides practical advice on how to overcome negative thoughts, stop overthinking, and find purpose. The book is divided into three stages: Let Go, Grow, and Serve. It emphasizes the importance of letting go of distractions and fears, growing through self-reflection and mindfulness, and serving others to find true fulfillment. Shetty draws on ancient wisdom and his own experiences to offer exercises and advice on reducing stress, improving relationships, and cultivating kindness and compassion.
Are you in a life crisis where you are being pressured into committing to a life changing career that you aren't interested in? Is it making you question your future goals and the path you want to take? Then this episode can help you.
Today, we will explore the fundamental aspects of personal growth, purpose, and self-mastery that will ignite a fire within you.
I am overjoyed to share the conversation I had with Serbian professional tennis player Novak Djokovic. Beyond his on-court achievements, Djokovic is known for his resilience, mental toughness, and dedication to his craft.
Novak and I exchange thoughts and opinions on the hidden potential of repetition and reminders as we unravel the importance they hold in our lives, the profound truth that self-mastery is not a mere part-time endeavor but a lifelong commitment, and how self-awareness is a transformative journey that involves accepting not just who we are but also who we are not.
We also touch on my personal journey as a monk and how to unlock the transformative wisdom of the monk mindset as we explore the three fundamental aspects that define it.
In this interview, you will learn:
- The hidden potential of repetition and daily reminders
- How to navigate the pressures of societal expectations
- Why self-mastery is not a part-time endeavor
- How to navigate the pain and liberation of truly understanding our authentic selves
- How to find joy and fulfillment in doing what we genuinely love
- The positive effects of daily meditation
Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a transformative adventure of self-discovery, purpose, and resilience.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
What We Discuss:
- 00:00 Intro
- 01:00 Why is repetition and reminder important for all of us?
- 01:30 Growing up in a society where success and achievement is seen as a metric of growth
- 07:27 Self mastery isn’t a part time job, it is a commitment and a lifestyle
- 10:49 The painful thing about self-awareness is accepting who you are not
- 20:46 Are you doing it to become big and famous or are you doing it because you enjoy doing it?
- 24:24 There are 3 aspects to purpose and what we can learn from it
- 33:25 What are the three aspects of the monk mindset and how can you learn it?
- 37:01 Let’s do a quick meditation session
- 48:22 Is there an endpoint to your purpose?
- 53:22 How do you balance making a living and living your purpose?
- 55:22 How do you stay calm during the time of failure? How do you build your self-belief?
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On Purpose with Jay Shetty 
