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Great video Clark! I got my books for the first half of the year, but I'll add your recommendations for the second half of the year. The one that caught more my interest is Atomic Habits, that is a must for sure.
Read comedy of coffin on kindle written by Avijit Kabiraj. Introduction : Two unemployed boys were employed by a mafia boss, their job is to bury a dead chef in the criminal's cemetery. The chef is the pasta maker whom the boss accidentally shot dead. The boys were chased by the police, shot by a sniper, rested in a church, kidnapped by an evil doctor, electrocuted, freezed, roasted, couple of ladies didn't spare them, survived the strange graveyard but when they returned after burying the dead chef, found the boss in a coffin....
One of the best books I have ever read was Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl. Two ideas that I have carried with me from that short book are: 1. No matter how bad life is objectively, you determine how you feel in that moment about it, and that is ultimate freedom, and 2. Meaning happens at the intersection between you and the world. Those are two profound ideas.
If you read 25 pages a day… That’s 750 pages a month (3-4 books)… Which turns into 9,000 pages a year… That’s 35+ books a year… Just by reading 25 pages a day.
The big game changer for me with retaining what I read is to highlight the important passages, and then after reading go back and re-read those highlights while writing them down in a notebook. I bought a notebook specifically for writing notes on the books I read, so then later I can go back again and reread my main notes from each book. I was so tired of looking back on books I've read and not being able to recall or articulate anything useful from it after a couple months went by.
@@kendrickalamang5325 It helps so much! It's better to take your time with a book and really learn something versus quickly reading through several and having retained nothing after a few months
Atomic Habits was the most life-changing book I read in 2020 for sure. It's just completely changed my thinking. I borrowed it from the library, and as soon as I read it, I bought it because I knew I would want to reread it, and be able to lend it out to anyone and everyone. For me, it has helped me get systems for exercise (I now exercise 2-3 times every day), cleaning (my husband I used to have lots of fights over the dishes because I've always been less clean than him, now we have a system that works well for both of us). But it also just has changed my approach to tasks. I'm always asking myself - how can I make it: easy? attractive? obvious? satisfying? I just do those little things that help grease the wheels to do the next and next steps in lots of different areas of my life, and it's been great. But I've just been reading a book that I think may be even more transformative, so highly recommend it. It's an older book, and it takes A LOT of work to actually put the practices into place, but if you have something you want to really do, I highly recommend it: Think Better by Tim Hurson. It's based on over 50 years of research into the areas of improving thinking, and is truly transformational.
Totally with you. Atomic Habits has been a game changer for me. It takes big scary things and turns them into things that are too silly not to do..... and that is where the changes take place. It is also non shaming.... it discusses the psychology of bad habits and how to make it easier on yourself not to do them. I love that book with all my heart.
@@kbailey3238 I read it last year, but I'm thinking I might need to re-read it. I did take extensive notes, so maybe I'll start there. But I realize I have still been struggling to act on the advice presented in the book. Looking through notes could help spur me to do so.
Along with a pizza stone and advice to socialize with inexpensive pizza/game nights, I give my most life-changing books to newlyweds: 1. Clutter's Last Stand 2. How to Win Friends and Influence People 3. How to Stop Worrying and Start Living 4. The Millionaire Next Door 5. UnDo It 6. You Are Not Your Brain 7. Home Evenings for Newlyweds 8. The Power of Stillness. Yes, a stack of books is a weird wedding gift, but the possibilities will last a lot longer and have more meaning than a blender or towels. I invite them to read and discuss the books together to form their own family culture. Learning to grow together instead of wasting time watching mindless television in the evenings has been even more life-expanding for my husband and me than the books themselves. We'll give some of yours a try, too. Thx.
My husband and I used to watch Netflix in the evenings but he asked me once which was the best way to learn more English vocabulary and I said reading, you will expand your vocabulary that way. Now we read together in the evenings reading a chapter each. Its been great as we discuss what we have been reading whether its non fiction or fiction. He went from having one book to a little library of books and he told me the other day how much he loves reading now and how much he has learnt. He recently bought Atomic Habits, we have only just started reading it, it's a really great book! ❤😊
Clark, you're a born teacher - charismatic and in radiant health. Your videos are sharp and clear, and your presentations are fluent and eloquent and interesting to watch.
the first one is absolutely true. i thought I was depressed because of college and quit, it was my worst mistake ever, I spent a year doing absolutely nothing and it was miserable, the worst year ever. Now im in college, in the gym, playing football at saturdays, reading books and although I have a lot more "responsabilities" I can get a lot more done than when I had nothing to do, It's weird, but I'm way happier now, I feel a bit more useful.
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MY TOP BOOKS WOULD HAVE TO BE 1.THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED BY M. SCOTT PECK 2.THE STRANGEST SECRET BY EARL NIGHTINGALE 3.THE MAGIC OF THINKING BIG BY DAVID SCHWARTZ
1. The happiness hypothesis 2. Atomic habits (I highly recommend this one, habit tracking method mentioned inside is very useful) 3. I will teach you to be rich 4. Your journal 5. The subtle art of not giving a f/ Breaking the habit of being yourself
There are 2 books that have made a huge difference in my life: 1. "Healing The Shame That Binds You" - by John Bradshaw 2. "No More Mr. Nice Guy" - by Dr. Robert Glover (by the way, this book has absolutely nothing to do with being mean or being a jerk) The above 2 books are excellent to help those that have emotional or psychological issues. Both books are a must read. If I had to list 2 other books that are almost good as the 2 above, it would be these: 1. "Feel The Fear and Do It Anyway" - by Dr. Susan Jeffers 2. "You Can Heal Your Life" - by Louise L. Hay
“You cannot be protected from the things that frighten you and hurt you, but if you identify with part of your being that is responsible for transformation, then you are always equal or more than equal of the things that frighten you” Keep you head up 💜
I'll recommend something another coach said several years ago and it was so simple but still an outstanding idea, read a fictional book to learn something. There are some great books that are fiction but can still teach you something you need to know, there are some fictional characters who's main trait is discipline, some can teach you about the grind, some how to take care of your well being and not stress. Don't be too hung up on the form, if its a 1000 pages book by a famous author or a couple of pages comic, as long as it can teach its good.
“Be the designer of your world and not merely the consumer of it.” It's a nice quote from Atomic Habits. Another workbook I like is called 30 Days to Reduce Stress by Harper Daniels. It's a simple mindfulness program.
"Daring Greatly" by Brené Brown is a fantastic book. She studies shame/vulnerability and this book lays out how those play a role in every aspect of our life (who we are, how we interact with others, how we respond to situations, etc.).
2:00 talking about adding constrains. Can really relate. Quit my corporate consulting job to become a solo-entrepreneur, thinking total freedom would be awesome. But too much freedom just makes your head spin.
ITS CRAZY! I feel so guilty because I have so much free time and there is so much information and I feel like I’m wasting my time. I’m so grateful I am not the only one feeling like this. I quit my job to become an entrepreneur as well, and I am so overwhelmed
1. Yes. first book. I’m alive because of my kids. I must be there for them. 2nd book. I’m stuck. When I had my partner of 30; yrs I had my identity. He’s gone now…I’m still lost. Had to get a dog. 3rd book. Yes. Correct. 4th book. Yes to journaling. I’ve done it on and off all my life. It helps when I journal. I’m not disciplined anymore. 5. I’m a to do’er. Hard to do for myself. But I’m not an enabler or a caretaker. 6 th book..my son meditates…it has changed his life. I’ve owned my own true library for 30 years. Not saved paperbacks. It’s a very heavy hobby. Sold most of books to auction etc…now, because of book number 2 it’s hard for me to read. When I do..I consume 6-7 books. Then stop for a year. I have my like, 5 fav books I’ve read over and over, and I’m I’m a bibliophile…so I’ve been exposed. But I don’t even want to read those anymore. Hoping my dog will help me. You’re good to listen to. Thank you. 👍
The best books I've read this year are 1. Naked Economics by Charles Whelan because it gave me an overall understanding of how economics works and from there so many other books and conversations made sense to me. 2. Principles by Ray Dalio, I'm still reading it now but it's already changing my life
Principles is a good book. Good list though, I will check out Naked Economics because Principles is the second best book in your recommendation with only two books :D
The way Hidden Time Wealth dives into the concept of productivity is mind-blowing. Hidden Time Wealth tips are pure gold, and I wish more people knew about them.
@@Mr.Honest247 They bring a sense of peace and inner knowing and clarity. The more you practice them the better you get at it and you get more out of them.When I skip days,I find I crave the grounding affect they bring to me.I have not used them to cure any ailments like in the testimonials.They are to enrich my life.
Hidden Time Wealth is so unique. I can’t believe I hadn’t heard about it sooner. It’s amazing how life-changing this can be for anyone battling procrastination.
I agree with reading one book 5 times over 5 books 1 time - each pass brings in new detail and things can indeed be missed the first 4 times. Also many interconnected ideas become way more apparent on that 2nd pass!
HIGHLY Suggest “The Elephant In the Brain” by Robin Hanson. Understanding why brains are motivated at a fundamental level really helped me start seeing the systems of humanity and understand why people behave as they do.
"The Righteous Mind" also by Jonathan Hadit is by far my favorite book by him. It could almost be called "How Your Mind Works" or "Why You Think the Way You Do". Ok, the next one is not a self help book but it is a fascinating explanation of how things ended up as they are now. It is called "Guns, Germs and Steel".
'Losing Control Finding Serenity' by Daniel A Miller is the BEST book I've ever read. I never realised how much controlling behaviours run our lives. If you struggle with anxiety and stress especially it can be a life changer.
The point you were making about the very first book makes SO much sense during the pandemic.. I hate zoom classes but the second I have nothing to do is when I truly feel miserable. So ultimately I'm happy I go to college even during this time because its so much better than having no obligations at all
So I just finished Atomic Habits. Would definitely recommend. Thanks so much for the recommendation Clark. I have already found myself implementing the strategies within such as habit stacking etc. and the change it has made to my life already is fantastic. I just found Breaking the habit of being yourself and also Attached a book you recommended from another of your videos. Both are in my to read list. Seems to me every time you make a recommendation of books they appear on the shelves of my local store suddenly a few days later. 😊 Manifestation is cool 😎 Anyway I just wanted to say thanks and keep recommending great books
One of the books that made a big impression that I read in 2021 was Blessed Are The Weird by Jacob Norby. I love two things I wrote in my journal - * Weird people have always been the ones who paid attention to the beauty they felt inside and tried to do something with it after the rock bottom demands of existence were met. * The only success now is living and creating a work-of-art life unique, rich with meaning, naked of anything we don't care about and being ruthless about carving out something absolutely real from a world that has gorged itself on fakeness and become critically ill from it.
My #1 life changing book so far HANDS DOWN is How to Win Friends and Influence People by: Dale Carnegie. Totally changed the way I interacted with everyone in my life in really positive ways. Thanks for a wonderful video :)
I'm glad the book worked for you, but that book was actually very harmful to me. I found it simplifiing too much of social interactions in life and when I tried to apply the teaching of the books into my life it just felt fake and superficial. It made me feel that it was because my method of connecting with others was wrong. And THIS is what you should be doing instead. That said, I do struggle with not sharing my real feelings and thoughts with people. And I often feel disconnected from the people that I had 'good' interaction with. It was only later that I realised the disconnect was not coming from me not being able to socialise with people. But me not being comfortable with sharing my real self (because of fear of judgements from others). So I would advise people to be careful when reading this book if you felt lonely and judged by others. Because the root of your problem might lies somewhere else that this book will not be able to help with.
Wow. How did it do that? I read that book. It was 95% bullshit like the rest of these books and the comments section regarding them. Say nice things to people and try to remember their names. There. I just saved anyone who wants to read that book 5 hours
Chose this book for English class. I actually was engaged with the whole book and gave me a better understanding of whatever “meaning of life” means to someone
These books are incredible and I recommend two others that will last you a lifetime. 1. Timeless Secrets of Health and Rejuvenation by Andreas Moritz. 2. Blink- The power of thinking without thinking by Malcom Gladwell.
A Mind of Your Own by Kelly Brogan - I have heard great things about this book. It is how food and our own digestive system has such a big influence on our mind. A lot of what we eat can make us less or more depressed so I am looking forward to dive into this book.
Discovering Hidden Time Wealth has been one of the best things I've done for my productivity. It feels like I’ve finally cracked the code to overcoming procrastination.
Speaking of being out of alignment with your identity, I'm in the middle of "The Way of Integrity." Which is about finding the way back to your true self. Proving to be a must read so far.
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself is one of my favorites, I've listened to the 18 hour audiobook two or three times. I recommend it to all of my personal training and coaching clients. I have many that I love and recommend, high on my list is You are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero. Another audiobook that I have listened to multiple times, I believe I just finished a fifth listen. I completely agree with you, read one book five times as opposed to five books one time, we learn through repetition. Thanks Clark!
I wrote three books last year. Do try them. 1. “Meditation and Spirituality a Philosophy” Sub-titled- “A path to attain a Steady Meditative State” 2. “Spiritual Encounters” Sub- titled - “Meeting the Himalayan Yogis” 3. “Social Pandemic” Sub-titled - “A Terminally ill Modern Society”
I am an avid reader so thank you so much for all the suggestions. Two books I do own and have read are, I Will Teach You To Be Rich and Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself. I would highly recommend those books myself. I also read (I received it from the library) is The Subtle Art of Being Yourself. Amazing book and would also highly recommend this one too. Great book suggestions!! I will certainly check out what you mentioned that I have not read. Thank you so much for the suggestions!
The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter was the most impactful book that I read in 2021. The author actually references The Happiness Hypothesis in the book as a matter of fact. The premise is simple, our lives in 2021 have become too comfortable for our own good. Most of us are overly stimulated and unchallenged and it is messing with our psychology as humans. The book goes in depth on why modern day comforts are bad for us and how we can try and combat the negative effects that go along with constantly being comfortable and constantly having our brains being stimulated by something. The book makes a lot of sense and was an inspirational read for me. I'm applying some of the principles I've learned and putting them to work in 2022 (got my 2022 misogi all planned out!). Hopefully I can be strong and stick to my plan. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is feeling unfulfilled and looking to feel more content with their life (that probably applies to everyone lol).
This is one of the people who gave me the courage to start my TH-cam channel 2 months ago about self development and now have 74 subs and almost 55 hour watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so much lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place
"The Way of the Superior Man" was a game changer for me. Way beyond my love life. Honestly, it could be a great segway from the "Subtle Art of not Given a F***" given the nature of the message to always strive to feed that inner being. Stop letting the dusty, dirty, and weak men (thoughts) gain entry to the gate of your mind.
I loved Signature in the Cell by Stephen Meyer. This explains how amazing our DNA is the blueprint for creating our physical and conscience being. I especially recomment this to athiests because it will make them think.
I finished it a few weeks ago too. It was excellent. I started with Haidt's 'The Righteous Mind' several years ago (I know, read in wrong order) and it really changed the way I see the world and process interactions from family dinners to last year's election. The best part is that I see this book's positive influence on my life constantly growing as time goes by -- that's something very few books have ever done for me.
Just finished Atomic Habits, that you mentioned. A definite reread, reread, and APPLY, as you mention. Will be checking out The Daily Stoic soon too. Love your other ideas!
Also, I totally agree with what you said about how the journal is very effective. I've been journaling for 2 years and I'm shocked at someone of the insights and revelations I discover daily, just by writing.
The top 10 books that changed my life forever 1)The power of now 2) thinking fast and slow 3)atomic habits 4)your brain on porn 5)mindset 6)ego is the enemy 7)the 5am club 8) how win friends and influence people 9)reclaim your heart 10)the alchemist
I'm currently living with my parents and I disturb them all day by telling what I read everyday . I think unknowingly it is a great way to remember what you read. And now I’m currently about 80% through "Playbook to Millions by Grant Cardone. I have read a lot of entrepreneurial books and self improvement books, and this book is my absolute favorite. This book is extraordinary and really gets you to work extremely hard toward your goals in life and succeed at multiple different areas like personal finance, business and career. This is an absolute must buy if you need a push to get you going in business or you want more out of life.
The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem was recommended to me in Human Element training and I'm reading it now. Also, the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People was very helpful for me.
Bessel van der Kolk M.D. The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma is the book I want to read because I’ve gone through a lot of traumatic events that I believe have held me back and I want to understand it and learn how to apply ways to better/heal myself. I’ve tried therapy but I know that I’m very self-aware so something in me tells me that I need to look inside me instead of looking and asking for the answers of my problems
I came across this video a month ago. I had never read a book from start to finish. You motivated me and I choose to read atomic habits. I loved it and I am going to continue reading books thank you so much !
Good list. I'd also recommend two old standards. Steven Covey - Seven Habits of Highly Effective People and Dale Carnegie - How to Win Friends and Influence People
The book that did it for me--a recovering hyper-critical self-abuser--is Dr. Christopher Germer's "The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion," because it focuses on forgiving yourself, practicing loving kindness and mindfulness through meditation and positive self-speak. It revolutionized my thought life and my inner dialogue. I actually learned to love myself unconditionally...and growing up in a hyper-critical environment with two self-defeating parents in a strict, Christian home? that was HUGE! Thanks for the recommends...hope this one helps some folks, too! (NOTE: I too was a slow starter and very anti-meditation, so there were many practical applications in the book that I just skipped over the first read back in 2012).
i will teach you to be rich changed my entire perspective on money and finances. i love that book and i'd recommend it to anyone, especially young people like me.
Try the richest man of Babylon helps a lot on finding ways on getting out of debt and financial stability greatly explains how all of us are entitled to be financially stable but only a few can make it happen and it may be just you greatly recommend and also the art of communication life changing
The best read so far in my life was "The Life‑Changing Magic of Tidying Up" by Marie Kondo! No jokes, that helps a ton not only with decluttering your home, but also your mind and for being a kinder person to yourself. I had a terrible habit of being a hoarder and wasn't allowing myself to let go of stuff, but Marie's book helped me greatly to change my mindset. It works like a magic :D
Hey Clarke I just discovered your channel and I absolutely love it because it looks like you’re having a great time… And also giving us great information. Thank you so much! Keep it up
One of my favorites, I have listened to the audiobook several times. I recommend it often. Don't take anything personally, it's never about you, it's about them.
Great inspo thank you for your recommendations , for me I believe reading is not just enough". Take the action! Put your newfound knowledge to use. I read for a long time but Action made my life change in no time ( generally and mostly financially) That's my two cents on this
I struggle to follow through, especially financially. I earn quite enough but hardly have a saving. Rent, bills, debt, expenses take it all away. It almost feels like I leave paycheck to paycheck
Live below your means, Adjust your lifestyle, be frugal in spending don't buy unnecessary stuff, Budget your spending and your debts, Save, Invest it's a better way to grow wealth, get a financial expert to help you.
Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss is a great read on negotiation! Not just in business, but in many aspects of life to help you get what you want. It's very readable and entertaining too.
I read and love the Atomic Habit. I am a naturally detailed person with Habit but I struggle with a money mindset and love to read I will teach you to be rich next. Thank you Clark.💯
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Great video Clark! I got my books for the first half of the year, but I'll add your recommendations for the second half of the year. The one that caught more my interest is Atomic Habits, that is a must for sure.
Nah man i don't believe in that
Read comedy of coffin on kindle written by Avijit Kabiraj. Introduction : Two unemployed boys were employed by a mafia boss, their job is to bury a dead chef in the criminal's cemetery. The chef is the pasta maker whom the boss accidentally shot dead. The boys were chased by the police, shot by a sniper, rested in a church, kidnapped by an evil doctor, electrocuted, freezed, roasted, couple of ladies didn't spare them, survived the strange graveyard but when they returned after burying the dead chef, found the boss in a coffin....
I do not know if your read the book, The Biology of Belief. If you have not, perhaps a review on it. Please.
THE TURNING POINT - F. CAPRA
"If a Man does not read, then he has no advantage over the man who can't read" - Mark Twain
So well said💯👏
"and who wont read" :)
Powerful words. Love this saying!
Audio books.
Thank you Mark.
One of the best books I have ever read was Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl. Two ideas that I have carried with me from that short book are: 1. No matter how bad life is objectively, you determine how you feel in that moment about it, and that is ultimate freedom, and 2. Meaning happens at the intersection between you and the world. Those are two profound ideas.
I agree. That book help to be more resilient
No matter what life's brings me.
YES
THE BEST BOOK EVER, everyone needs to read this.
Agree, one of my fav book
Followed your advise and just bought the book
If you read 25 pages a day…
That’s 750 pages a month (3-4 books)…
Which turns into 9,000 pages a year…
That’s 35+ books a year…
Just by reading 25 pages a day.
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To eat a elephant you need to eat small chunks
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You also become a faster reading by reading more.
That’s 12.5 pages in the morning and 12.5 pages in the evening, very doable!
"7 Habits of Highly Effective People" is for me the greatest book I've ever read.
The big game changer for me with retaining what I read is to highlight the important passages, and then after reading go back and re-read those highlights while writing them down in a notebook. I bought a notebook specifically for writing notes on the books I read, so then later I can go back again and reread my main notes from each book. I was so tired of looking back on books I've read and not being able to recall or articulate anything useful from it after a couple months went by.
That's very useful imma start doing that from now on!
@@kendrickalamang5325 It helps so much! It's better to take your time with a book and really learn something versus quickly reading through several and having retained nothing after a few months
@Amber Biggs Noted 🖤
Nice!
You should watch Mark Manson's read more video.. He actually suggest not to highlight anything.
Atomic Habits was the most life-changing book I read in 2020 for sure. It's just completely changed my thinking. I borrowed it from the library, and as soon as I read it, I bought it because I knew I would want to reread it, and be able to lend it out to anyone and everyone.
For me, it has helped me get systems for exercise (I now exercise 2-3 times every day), cleaning (my husband I used to have lots of fights over the dishes because I've always been less clean than him, now we have a system that works well for both of us). But it also just has changed my approach to tasks. I'm always asking myself - how can I make it: easy? attractive? obvious? satisfying?
I just do those little things that help grease the wheels to do the next and next steps in lots of different areas of my life, and it's been great.
But I've just been reading a book that I think may be even more transformative, so highly recommend it. It's an older book, and it takes A LOT of work to actually put the practices into place, but if you have something you want to really do, I highly recommend it: Think Better by Tim Hurson. It's based on over 50 years of research into the areas of improving thinking, and is truly transformational.
Thank you for this comment
I can 100% attest to this, this book changed my life and really got my life squared away and I’m happier and much more efficient now.
You should check out Psycho-cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz(1960). It seem this book was the inspiration for Atomic Habits
Totally with you. Atomic Habits has been a game changer for me. It takes big scary things and turns them into things that are too silly not to do..... and that is where the changes take place. It is also non shaming.... it discusses the psychology of bad habits and how to make it easier on yourself not to do them. I love that book with all my heart.
@@kbailey3238 I read it last year, but I'm thinking I might need to re-read it. I did take extensive notes, so maybe I'll start there. But I realize I have still been struggling to act on the advice presented in the book. Looking through notes could help spur me to do so.
Along with a pizza stone and advice to socialize with inexpensive pizza/game nights, I give my most life-changing books to newlyweds: 1. Clutter's Last Stand 2. How to Win Friends and Influence People 3. How to Stop Worrying and Start Living 4. The Millionaire Next Door 5. UnDo It 6. You Are Not Your Brain 7. Home Evenings for Newlyweds 8. The Power of Stillness. Yes, a stack of books is a weird wedding gift, but the possibilities will last a lot longer and have more meaning than a blender or towels. I invite them to read and discuss the books together to form their own family culture. Learning to grow together instead of wasting time watching mindless television in the evenings has been even more life-expanding for my husband and me than the books themselves. We'll give some of yours a try, too. Thx.
My husband and I used to watch Netflix in the evenings but he asked me once which was the best way to learn more English vocabulary and I said reading, you will expand your vocabulary that way. Now we read together in the evenings reading a chapter each. Its been great as we discuss what we have been reading whether its non fiction or fiction. He went from having one book to a little library of books and he told me the other day how much he loves reading now and how much he has learnt. He recently bought Atomic Habits, we have only just started reading it, it's a really great book! ❤😊
Television isn’t always mindless just saying lol
Clark, you're a born teacher - charismatic and in radiant health. Your videos are sharp and clear, and your presentations are fluent and eloquent and interesting to watch.
the first one is absolutely true. i thought I was depressed because of college and quit, it was my worst mistake ever, I spent a year doing absolutely nothing and it was miserable, the worst year ever. Now im in college, in the gym, playing football at saturdays, reading books and although I have a lot more "responsabilities" I can get a lot more done than when I had nothing to do, It's weird, but I'm way happier now, I feel a bit more useful.
Tip: Create a Notion database with all the knowledge you find on books, podcasts, movies, videos, etc. That would be like your brain and you could always have that knowledge at your disposal. When you write stuff you remember it easily. But organize and tag it well. Then create a database of all your projects and ideas and apply that knowledge
Notion lags on my ipad 2017 and mobhile. Is there are any alternatives?
MY TOP BOOKS WOULD HAVE TO BE
1.THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED BY M. SCOTT PECK
2.THE STRANGEST SECRET BY EARL NIGHTINGALE
3.THE MAGIC OF THINKING BIG BY DAVID SCHWARTZ
4:40 it's so true " every action is a vote to the person you want to become"
1. The happiness hypothesis
2. Atomic habits (I highly recommend this one, habit tracking method mentioned inside is very useful)
3. I will teach you to be rich
4. Your journal
5. The subtle art of not giving a f/ Breaking the habit of being yourself
Thank You
There are 2 books that have made a huge difference in my life:
1. "Healing The Shame That Binds You" - by John Bradshaw
2. "No More Mr. Nice Guy" - by Dr. Robert Glover (by the way, this book has absolutely nothing to do with being mean or being a jerk)
The above 2 books are excellent to help those that have emotional or psychological issues. Both books are a must read.
If I had to list 2 other books that are almost good as the 2 above, it would be these:
1. "Feel The Fear and Do It Anyway" - by Dr. Susan Jeffers
2. "You Can Heal Your Life" - by Louise L. Hay
“You cannot be protected from the things that frighten you and hurt you, but if you identify with part of your being that is responsible for transformation, then you are always equal or more than equal of the things that frighten you”
Keep you head up 💜
Thanks for that, ❤️
Can you keep telling me this...so I dont forget
Who are you quoting
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle. Highly recommend this one.
Love the concept about applying what we learn instead of just using it as entertainment
I'll recommend something another coach said several years ago and it was so simple but still an outstanding idea, read a fictional book to learn something. There are some great books that are fiction but can still teach you something you need to know, there are some fictional characters who's main trait is discipline, some can teach you about the grind, some how to take care of your well being and not stress. Don't be too hung up on the form, if its a 1000 pages book by a famous author or a couple of pages comic, as long as it can teach its good.
“Be the designer of your world and not merely the consumer of it.” It's a nice quote from Atomic Habits. Another workbook I like is called 30 Days to Reduce Stress by Harper Daniels. It's a simple mindfulness program.
"Daring Greatly" by Brené Brown is a fantastic book. She studies shame/vulnerability and this book lays out how those play a role in every aspect of our life (who we are, how we interact with others, how we respond to situations, etc.).
is it a girls book?
Great book, but I preferred Rising Strong Brené’s next book.
Yes, her books are great for feminine energy
Girl books for girls, and we men benefit from having better grounded and whole women to interact with
Dare to Lead is also very good!
I’m reading the gifts of imperfection, it’s such a beautiful book
Man's search for meaning - amazing legendary book.
2:00 talking about adding constrains. Can really relate. Quit my corporate consulting job to become a solo-entrepreneur, thinking total freedom would be awesome. But too much freedom just makes your head spin.
I got furloughed for a couple of months due to COVID, I didn't get anything done!
ITS CRAZY! I feel so guilty because I have so much free time and there is so much information and I feel like I’m wasting my time. I’m so grateful I am not the only one feeling like this. I quit my job to become an entrepreneur as well, and I am so overwhelmed
1. Yes. first book. I’m alive because of my kids. I must be there for them. 2nd book. I’m stuck. When I had my partner of 30; yrs I had my identity. He’s gone now…I’m still lost. Had to get a dog. 3rd book. Yes. Correct. 4th book. Yes to journaling. I’ve done it on and off all my life. It helps when I journal. I’m not disciplined anymore. 5. I’m a to do’er. Hard to do for myself. But I’m not an enabler or a caretaker. 6 th book..my son meditates…it has changed his life.
I’ve owned my own true library for 30 years. Not saved paperbacks. It’s a very heavy hobby. Sold most of books to auction etc…now, because of book number 2 it’s hard for me to read. When I do..I consume 6-7 books. Then stop for a year.
I have my like, 5 fav books I’ve read over and over, and I’m I’m a bibliophile…so I’ve been exposed. But I don’t even want to read those anymore.
Hoping my dog will help me.
You’re good to listen to. Thank you. 👍
Hidden Time Wealth blew my mind. I’ve shared it with friends, and they’re all amazed at how much more productive they've become.
The best books I've read this year are 1. Naked Economics by Charles Whelan because it gave me an overall understanding of how economics works and from there so many other books and conversations made sense to me. 2. Principles by Ray Dalio, I'm still reading it now but it's already changing my life
Have you read The Four Agreements?
Principles is a good book. Good list though, I will check out Naked Economics because Principles is the second best book in your recommendation with only two books :D
Limitless- Jim Kwik
Cant Hurt me - David Goggins
Meditation is the easiest and most difficult thing you will ever teach yourself.
Uncovering the big ideas in a book is an interesting way to differentiate and improve your understanding of the concepts described in the book.
The way Hidden Time Wealth dives into the concept of productivity is mind-blowing. Hidden Time Wealth tips are pure gold, and I wish more people knew about them.
I would recommend Robin Sharma The 5 AM club Love his writing and humble personality..
The 5 AM Club was a game changer for me.
So glad Dr.Joe made number one! His meditations have changed my life. I actually crave my meditation time every day because I feel so good after.
Book was kind of disappointing. Meditation videos much better
@@Mr.Honest247 They bring a sense of peace and inner knowing and clarity. The more you practice them the better you get at it and you get more out of them.When I skip days,I find I crave the grounding affect they bring to me.I have not used them to cure any ailments like in the testimonials.They are to enrich my life.
Dr. Joe Dispenza is doing a free workshop on Hayhouse Publishing now!
‘CAN’T HURT ME’ - David Goggins.
GUYS A MUST REEAD!^
Why?
Currently reading this book! Im a kid that grew up in the hood with rough childhood and Ex-military so this book hits home HARD!
Yeah one of the greatest book ever read 🔥🔥🔥
This book also instills the "don't give a f*k what others think" ... As per your initial list - Stay Savage!
Is there anything to implement or it’s just an autobiography?
Hidden Time Wealth is so unique. I can’t believe I hadn’t heard about it sooner. It’s amazing how life-changing this can be for anyone battling procrastination.
The concept of Hidden Time Wealth blew my mind. It’s like finding a cheat code for productivity and defeating procrastination.
I agree with reading one book 5 times over 5 books 1 time - each pass brings in new detail and things can indeed be missed the first 4 times. Also many interconnected ideas become way more apparent on that 2nd pass!
HIGHLY Suggest “The Elephant In the Brain” by Robin Hanson.
Understanding why brains are motivated at a fundamental level really helped me start seeing the systems of humanity and understand why people behave as they do.
Thanks for the suggestion, just wrote it down. The books looks very interesting.
"Breaking the habit of being yourself" is a life changing book. I highly recommend "You are the placebo" and "Becoming supernatural" next.
Think and grow rich was one of the books that changed my life. It was the first book that I read and I will keep reading it every year.
I find the original 1937 edition has the most to offer.
"The Righteous Mind" also by Jonathan Hadit is by far my favorite book by him. It could almost be called "How Your Mind Works" or "Why You Think the Way You Do". Ok, the next one is not a self help book but it is a fascinating explanation of how things ended up as they are now. It is called "Guns, Germs and Steel".
Outwitting the Devil By Napoleon Hill (it is like a Theatrical interview how the mind can get hijacked) & You are the Placebo By Joe Dispenza.
'Losing Control Finding Serenity' by Daniel A Miller is the BEST book I've ever read. I never realised how much controlling behaviours run our lives. If you struggle with anxiety and stress especially it can be a life changer.
The point you were making about the very first book makes SO much sense during the pandemic.. I hate zoom classes but the second I have nothing to do is when I truly feel miserable. So ultimately I'm happy I go to college even during this time because its so much better than having no obligations at all
He was in serious debt and living in his moms basement. That is the opposite of being financially free.
So I just finished Atomic Habits. Would definitely recommend. Thanks so much for the recommendation Clark. I have already found myself implementing the strategies within such as habit stacking etc. and the change it has made to my life already is fantastic. I just found Breaking the habit of being yourself and also Attached a book you recommended from another of your videos. Both are in my to read list. Seems to me every time you make a recommendation of books they appear on the shelves of my local store suddenly a few days later. 😊
Manifestation is cool 😎
Anyway I just wanted to say thanks and keep recommending great books
So correct on the first book. Gardening is so healing
Don't exchange what you want most for what you want for the moment.
"MOTIVATIONAL"
The book I would like to recommend is:
Mind set the new psychology for success. It is written by Carol Dweck
👏🏽👏🏽 I absolutely love that book and changed a lot of things for me!
One of the books that made a big impression that I read in 2021 was Blessed Are The Weird by Jacob Norby. I love two things I wrote in my journal -
* Weird people have always been the ones who paid attention to the beauty they felt inside and tried to do something with it after the rock bottom demands of existence were met.
* The only success now is living and creating a work-of-art life unique, rich with meaning, naked of anything we don't care about and being ruthless about carving out something absolutely real from a world that has gorged itself on fakeness and become critically ill from it.
Hello Deborah
It so good to hear so how can I read it😢😢😢😢
My #1 life changing book so far HANDS DOWN is How to Win Friends and Influence People by: Dale Carnegie. Totally changed the way I interacted with everyone in my life in really positive ways. Thanks for a wonderful video :)
Absolutely, it is a timeless classic!
I read this book as a teenager. It helped me to manage my social awkwardness. ~Anastacia in Cleveland
I'm glad the book worked for you, but that book was actually very harmful to me. I found it simplifiing too much of social interactions in life and when I tried to apply the teaching of the books into my life it just felt fake and superficial. It made me feel that it was because my method of connecting with others was wrong. And THIS is what you should be doing instead.
That said, I do struggle with not sharing my real feelings and thoughts with people. And I often feel disconnected from the people that I had 'good' interaction with. It was only later that I realised the disconnect was not coming from me not being able to socialise with people. But me not being comfortable with sharing my real self (because of fear of judgements from others).
So I would advise people to be careful when reading this book if you felt lonely and judged by others. Because the root of your problem might lies somewhere else that this book will not be able to help with.
Overrated book
Wow. How did it do that? I read that book. It was 95% bullshit like the rest of these books and the comments section regarding them.
Say nice things to people and try to remember their names. There. I just saved anyone who wants to read that book 5 hours
Prayer in the morning is the best meditation ever. But thank you for all the other books!
Man's Search for Meaning - Viktor Frankl
Oh ya that was a really good book
Fantastic book!
This book will throw you into an existential crisis.
Chose this book for English class. I actually was engaged with the whole book and gave me a better understanding of whatever “meaning of life” means to someone
Absolutely amazing book 📕🙏🏼💙
These books are incredible and I recommend two others that will last you a lifetime.
1. Timeless Secrets of Health and Rejuvenation by Andreas Moritz. 2. Blink- The power of thinking without thinking by Malcom Gladwell.
A Mind of Your Own by Kelly Brogan - I have heard great things about this book. It is how food and our own digestive system has such a big influence on our mind. A lot of what we eat can make us less or more depressed so I am looking forward to dive into this book.
Discovering Hidden Time Wealth has been one of the best things I've done for my productivity. It feels like I’ve finally cracked the code to overcoming procrastination.
Shannon Lee - Be water my friend
Best book of all time
Speaking of being out of alignment with your identity, I'm in the middle of "The Way of Integrity." Which is about finding the way back to your true self. Proving to be a must read so far.
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12 rules for life changed my life, it's definitively a must read
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself is one of my favorites, I've listened to the 18 hour audiobook two or three times. I recommend it to all of my personal training and coaching clients. I have many that I love and recommend, high on my list is You are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero. Another audiobook that I have listened to multiple times, I believe I just finished a fifth listen. I completely agree with you, read one book five times as opposed to five books one time, we learn through repetition. Thanks Clark!
That book is a complete rubbish and joe dispenza is a freaking con man. Along with napoleon hill and Secret and all that nonsense..
I wrote three books last year. Do try them.
1. “Meditation and Spirituality a Philosophy”
Sub-titled- “A path to attain a Steady Meditative State”
2. “Spiritual Encounters”
Sub- titled - “Meeting the Himalayan Yogis”
3. “Social Pandemic”
Sub-titled - “A Terminally ill Modern Society”
I am an avid reader so thank you so much for all the suggestions. Two books I do own and have read are, I Will Teach You To Be Rich and Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself. I would highly recommend those books myself. I also read (I received it from the library) is The Subtle Art of Being Yourself. Amazing book and would also highly recommend this one too. Great book suggestions!! I will certainly check out what you mentioned that I have not read. Thank you so much for the suggestions!
The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter was the most impactful book that I read in 2021. The author actually references The Happiness Hypothesis in the book as a matter of fact. The premise is simple, our lives in 2021 have become too comfortable for our own good. Most of us are overly stimulated and unchallenged and it is messing with our psychology as humans. The book goes in depth on why modern day comforts are bad for us and how we can try and combat the negative effects that go along with constantly being comfortable and constantly having our brains being stimulated by something. The book makes a lot of sense and was an inspirational read for me. I'm applying some of the principles I've learned and putting them to work in 2022 (got my 2022 misogi all planned out!). Hopefully I can be strong and stick to my plan. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is feeling unfulfilled and looking to feel more content with their life (that probably applies to everyone lol).
The psychology of money, rich dad poor dad, and atomic habits were my top 3 books this year, those 3 gave me so many answers
thank you man
"Don't cheat guys, don't look"
Also shows all of them in Thumbnail
hahaha I thought of it as well :P
Well they’re also the titles of the video chapters so…
This is one of the people who gave me the courage to start my TH-cam channel 2 months ago about self development and now have 74 subs and almost 55 hour watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so much lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place
1) How to win friends and influence people - Dale Carnegie
2) Limitless - Jim Kwik
3) Essentialism - Greg McKeown
"The Way of the Superior Man" was a game changer for me. Way beyond my love life. Honestly, it could be a great segway from the "Subtle Art of not Given a F***" given the nature of the message to always strive to feed that inner being. Stop letting the dusty, dirty, and weak men (thoughts) gain entry to the gate of your mind.
Also looking for that one...David Deida 🙌
till now "the power of now " was the best book that I've read. thank you for this video looking for one.🧡
Who’s the author ✍️?
I loved Signature in the Cell by Stephen Meyer. This explains how amazing our DNA is the blueprint for creating our physical and conscience being. I especially recomment this to athiests because it will make them think.
Does it have info on physical healing?
Love by Leo Buscaglia💯❤️🇨🇦🇨🇿
Clark, you have a very vibrant personality. Fully enjoy how you address your viewers. You're a riot!
I am reading "the happiness hypothesis" and it is truly eye opening.
I finished it a few weeks ago too. It was excellent. I started with Haidt's 'The Righteous Mind' several years ago (I know, read in wrong order) and it really changed the way I see the world and process interactions from family dinners to last year's election. The best part is that I see this book's positive influence on my life constantly growing as time goes by -- that's something very few books have ever done for me.
Just finished Atomic Habits, that you mentioned. A definite reread, reread, and APPLY, as you mention. Will be checking out The Daily Stoic soon too. Love your other ideas!
I just finished it too! Best book so far!
You should check out Psycho-cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz(1960). It seem this book was the inspiration for Atomic Habits
Also, I totally agree with what you said about how the journal is very effective. I've been journaling for 2 years and I'm shocked at someone of the insights and revelations I discover daily, just by writing.
The top 10 books that changed my life forever
1)The power of now
2) thinking fast and slow
3)atomic habits
4)your brain on porn
5)mindset
6)ego is the enemy
7)the 5am club
8) how win friends and influence people
9)reclaim your heart
10)the alchemist
How to win freinds and influence people 😍
Reclaim your heart is the best Alhumdulillah
Loved the Alchemist!
Why The Alchemist?
easyway is insane
I'm currently living with my parents and I disturb them all day by telling what I read everyday . I think unknowingly it is a great way to remember what you read. And now I’m currently about 80% through "Playbook to Millions by Grant Cardone. I have read a lot of entrepreneurial books and self improvement books, and this book is my absolute favorite. This book is extraordinary and really gets you to work extremely hard toward your goals in life and succeed at multiple different areas like personal finance, business and career. This is an absolute must buy if you need a push to get you going in business or you want more out of life.
The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem was recommended to me in Human Element training and I'm reading it now. Also, the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People was very helpful for me.
7 habits is great! I apply it every day; such a worthwhile read.
Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma is the book I want to read because I’ve gone through a lot of traumatic events that I believe have held me back and I want to understand it and learn how to apply ways to better/heal myself.
I’ve tried therapy but I know that I’m very self-aware so something in me tells me that I need to look inside me instead of looking and asking for the answers of my problems
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"Awaken The Giant Within"
- Anthony Robbins
A book that I can read again and again and again!
I've seen this around for a while, I'm going to finally pick it up!
Awaken the giant within book by Anthony Robinson is a great read.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND :
Be water my friend - Shannon Lee
Life changing book
Education becoming entertainment. That's me all over. Thanks for shining the mirror.
I read Atomic Habits this year, what a game changer! I recommend this to everybody as the #1 book to read
You should check out Psycho-cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz(1960). It seem this book was the inspiration for Atomic Habits
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I came across this video a month ago. I had never read a book from start to finish. You motivated me and I choose to read atomic habits. I loved it and I am going to continue reading books thank you so much !
Keep it going!
"If a man does not read, then he has no advantage over the man who can't read" - Mark Twain
I would recommend Jen Sincero's "You are a Badass" in addition to Don Miguel Ruiz's "The Four Agreements"; both books have transformed my life.
Just finished BADASS HABITS today and ended up with an awesome 21 Day Plan of Action Journal in the process. Great book!
Good list. I'd also recommend two old standards. Steven Covey - Seven Habits of Highly Effective People and Dale Carnegie - How to Win Friends and Influence People
The book that did it for me--a recovering hyper-critical self-abuser--is Dr. Christopher Germer's "The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion," because it focuses on forgiving yourself, practicing loving kindness and mindfulness through meditation and positive self-speak. It revolutionized my thought life and my inner dialogue. I actually learned to love myself unconditionally...and growing up in a hyper-critical environment with two self-defeating parents in a strict, Christian home? that was HUGE! Thanks for the recommends...hope this one helps some folks, too! (NOTE: I too was a slow starter and very anti-meditation, so there were many practical applications in the book that I just skipped over the first read back in 2012).
i will teach you to be rich changed my entire perspective on money and finances. i love that book and i'd recommend it to anyone, especially young people like me.
Try the richest man of Babylon helps a lot on finding ways on getting out of debt and financial stability greatly explains how all of us are entitled to be financially stable but only a few can make it happen and it may be just you greatly recommend and also the art of communication life changing
The best read so far in my life was "The Life‑Changing Magic of Tidying Up" by Marie Kondo! No jokes, that helps a ton not only with decluttering your home, but also your mind and for being a kinder person to yourself. I had a terrible habit of being a hoarder and wasn't allowing myself to let go of stuff, but Marie's book helped me greatly to change my mindset. It works like a magic :D
I recommend man search for meaning... to find happiness when you think it’s gone
2nd this.
Hey Clarke I just discovered your channel and I absolutely love it because it looks like you’re having a great time… And also giving us great information. Thank you so much! Keep it up
Reading is a start; implementing is necessary.
"Personality isn't permanent" is one of my favourites...
Sounds interesting, will add that to my reading list!
I would recommend Don Miguel Ruiz The four agreements. It’s a great read 👍🏾 and I love the examples he uses in the book
One of my favorites, I have listened to the audiobook several times. I recommend it often. Don't take anything personally, it's never about you, it's about them.
This book changed my life.
His sons book, the 5 levels of attachment was even better lols
I LOVE THAT BOOK!
Great book!
Great inspo thank you for your recommendations , for me I believe reading is not just enough". Take the action! Put your newfound knowledge to use. I read for a long time but Action made my life change in no time ( generally and mostly financially)
That's my two cents on this
1 agree with 100%
Action makes it work, no matter how little start and see the results come by
I struggle to follow through, especially financially. I earn quite enough but hardly have a saving. Rent, bills, debt, expenses take it all away. It almost feels like I leave paycheck to paycheck
Live below your means, Adjust your lifestyle, be frugal in spending don't buy unnecessary stuff, Budget your spending and your debts, Save, Invest it's a better way to grow wealth, get a financial expert to help you.
Thanks ma'am
1 hear hiring a financial coach is quite expensive but I will have a look at it.
I achive Outer Focus with OKRs, and one of the Objectives is "Achiving Inner Focus". All i have to do for fulfilled life is check in every Monday.
Setting your new identity , every action is voting the new identity and making the gap narrower. What a smart way👍
Also read The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday 🌱 You will meet the timeless wisdom of Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, Epictitus, etc. there.
Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss is a great read on negotiation! Not just in business, but in many aspects of life to help you get what you want. It's very readable and entertaining too.
Uh huh. Clark, those glasses, that haircut... Your secret's safe with me Kal El.
Sapiens - probably the most enlightning book I ever read till now. I got it as a gift and it was by far the best gift I got.
I read and love the Atomic Habit. I am a naturally detailed person with Habit but I struggle with a money mindset and love to read I will teach you to be rich next. Thank you Clark.💯
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