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Category: Soft Skills

How to Read Literature Like a Professor Summary

6 min read ⌚  MicroSummary: “How to Read Literature Like a Professor,” written by beloved American literary lecturer Thomas C. Foster, is the most popular book of its kind, aiming to teach you that there’s more in a novel than just the story and the characters, and that, in fiction, there’s no such thing as […]

The Creative Habit Summary

6 min read ⌚  MicroSummary: Written by world-renowned choreographer Twyla Tharp, “The Creative Habit” brushes off the nature vs. nurture debate, revealing how strict routines, organized effort, and a host of creative exercises may help almost everyone achieve greatness. Learn It and Use It for Life Stuck in a creative rut? Having troubles with organization […]

The Willpower Instinct Summary

18 min read ⌚  MicroSummary: “The Willpower Instinct” by willpower expert Kelly McGonigal dissects the nature of the will, portraying it as an amalgam of three components (the “I won’t,” the “I will,” and the “I want” mindset) and advising you how to understand and develop each of them. How Self-Control Works, Why it Matters […]

Moonwalking with Einstein Summary

6 min read ⌚  MicroSummary: “Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything” rummages through historical volumes and mental athletes’ manuals, whilst documenting Joshua Foer’s journey to become the 2006 U.S.A. Memory Champion and sharing the author’s favorite memory tips and tricks. The Art and Science of Remembering Everything Having trouble remembering faces […]

10% Happier Summary

5 min read ⌚ How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress without Losing My Edge and Found Self-Help That Actually Works In the vanity of human wishes, we are left with little choice than to seek salvation. We present the meaning of a new person, who can operate without being imprisoned by its […]

13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do Summary

5 min read ⌚ Take Back Your Power, Embrace Change, Face Your Fears, and Train Your Brain for Happiness and Success The numbers prevent us from being where we want, or do they? In fact, college grades and other factors are merely the starting point. This book summary covers 13 critical concepts, which will aid you […]

The Talent Code Summary

6 min read ⌚ MicroSummary: Using recent neuroscientific findings and an in-depth sports know-how, bestselling author Daniel Coyle cracks “The Talent Code” to uncover that, rather than born, greatness is grown, being a well-baked product of three ingredients: deep practice (because it makes perfect), ignition (because you need motivation to get up once you fail), and […]

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