The 10 Best Books for Contemplation
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Here’s my curated list of the 10 best books for contemplation, in no particular order.
- The Republic by Plato — The origination of political science and a brilliant critique of government that is still important today.
- Beyond Good & Evil: Prelude to a Philosophy of the Future by Friedrich Nietzsche — Probably Nietzsche’s most cogent statement of his views: that traditional morality is subjective and that people must evolve to a higher understanding of what’s valuable and what is not.
- Meditations by Marcus Aurelius — A personal diary by the Roman Emperor that offers insights into Stoic philosophy and how to navigate life.
- Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl — A profound account of Frankl's experiences in Nazi concentration camps, emphasizing the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life.
- The Art of Happiness by Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler — A blend of Eastern spirituality and Western psychology delivering a profound message on the nature of happiness.
- The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle — A transformative guide that encourages readers to live in the present moment and discover spiritual enlightenment.
- Awakening the Buddha Within: Eight Steps to Inner Peace by Lama Surya Das — A guide to incorporating Buddhist principles into daily life for a deeper sense of peace and fulfillment.
- Peak Self-Control by Said Hasyim — Focuses on building strong willpower to help individuals achieve their important goals effectively.
- Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari — An engaging overview of the history of humankind from the Stone Age to the modern age, exploring how biology and history have defined us.
- Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman — An insightful look into how our minds work and the dual systems of thought that drive our decision-making.
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