
How The Greats Pursue Happiness | Jeffrey Rosen
The Daily Stoic
Learning from Great Lives
Biographies and history serve as powerful tools to teach us how to live, as they offer insights into the flaws and inspirations of great individuals throughout history. By reading about the disciplined reading habits and schedules of influential figures like Truman, we are reminded that these individuals, despite their flaws, can provide us with valuable inspiration on how to live our lives. Truman's dedication to reading Plutarch daily and finding solutions to his problems within its pages exemplifies the timeless wisdom and inspiration that can be gained from studying the lives of great leaders.
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