Reading List
A collection of books that have shaped my thinking on philosophy, psychology, and life. The ones currently on my desk and the ones I highly recommend.
Psycho-Cybernetics
Maxwell Maltz
A fascinating look at self-image and how the brain works like a servo-mechanism. It taught me that changing my internal self-image is the prerequisite for changing my external outcomes.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
Mark Manson
A refreshingly blunt take on self-help. It strips away the toxic positivity and reminds you that you only have a limited number of 'f*cks' to give, so you should spend them on things that actually matter. It shifted my perspective on what problems are worth solving.
The Almanack of Naval Ravikant
Eric Jorgenson
A masterclass in leverage, wealth creation, and escaping the status game. Naval's philosophy on specific knowledge and compounding relationships shifted how I view my career.
White Nights
Fyodor Dostoevsky
A beautiful, heartbreaking short story about isolation, unrequited love, and the fleeting nature of happiness. Dostoevsky captures the agonizing ecstasy of dreaming like no one else.
Tuesdays with Morrie
Mitch Albom
A deeply moving memoir about life's most important lessons. It serves as a stark reminder to not get caught up in the trivialities of the world and to focus on love, forgiveness, and community.
Meditations
Marcus Aurelius
The definitive text on Stoicism. Aurelius wrote this for himself, not for an audience, making it incredibly raw. I return to it frequently to remind myself to focus only on what is within my control.