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Thinking, Fast and Slow

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  DESCRIPTION  The world bestseller - 2 million copies sold - will change the way you make decisions "Valuable wisdom for life" Stephen de Levitt, co-author of Freakonomics "There are many good books on human rationality and irrationality, but only one masterpiece." This masterpiece is the thinking of the Financial Times, fast and slow, Why is a brave face more likely to believe something? Why are judges more likely to deny parole before lunch? Would a visible person be more competent? The answer is two ways. and provides practical ways to think slower and smarter that will allow you to make better decisions at work, at home, and in everything you do.  Product details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin (28 May 2012) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 512 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0141033576 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0141033570 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 351 g Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.6 x 2.4 x 19.7 cm Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ United Kingdom GET YOUR BOOK ON AMAZON 

The Almanack Of Naval Ravikant: A Guide to Wealth and Happiness

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  DESCRIPTION  GETTING RICH IS NOT JUST ABOUT LUCK; HAPPINESS IS NOT JUST A TRAIT WE ARE BORN WITH.These aspirations may seem out of reach, but building wealth and being happy are skills we can learn.So what are these skills, and how do we learn them? What are the principles that should guide our efforts? What does progress really look like?Naval Ravikant is an entrepreneur, philosopher, and investor who has captivated the world with his principles for building wealth and creating long-term happiness. The Almanack of Naval Ravikant is a collection of Naval's wisdom and experience from the last ten years, shared as a curation of his most insightful interviews and poignant reflections. This isn't a how-to book, or a step-by-step gimmick. Instead, through Naval's own words, you will learn how to walk your own unique path toward a happier, wealthier life.  Product details Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperBusiness (30 September 2021) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 242 pages ISBN-10

Ikigai: The Japanese secret to a long and happy life

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DESCRIPTION  THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER We all have an ikigai. It's the Japanese word for ‘a reason to live’ or ‘a reason to jump out of bed in the morning’. It’s the place where your needs, desires, ambitions, and satisfaction meet. A place of balance. Small wonder that finding your ikigai is closely linked to living longer. Finding your ikigai is easier than you might think. This book will help you work out what your own ikigai really is, and equip you to change your life. You have a purpose in this world: your skills, your interests, your desires and your history have made you the perfect candidate for something. All you have to do is find it. Do that, and you can make every single day of your life joyful and meaningful. ‘I read it and it’s bewitched me ever since. I’m spellbound.’ Chris Evans 'Ikigai gently unlocks simple secrets we can all use to live long, meaningful, happy lives. Science-based studies weave beautifully into honest, straight-talking conversation you won