The 9 Best Books on Influence

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Here’s my curated list of the 9 best books for influence, 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.
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.
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.
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.
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth — Investigates the importance of grit and perseverance over talent, making a compelling case for dedication and hard work.
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown — An insightful examination of vulnerability, courage, and how embracing our imperfections can lead to a fuller life.
Peak Brain Plasticity: Remember What You Want to Remember and Forget What You Can't Forget by Said Hasyim — Understanding brain plasticity can enhance learning and retaining complex astronomical concepts and theories.
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi — Explores the state of flow, where people perform at their best when fully immersed in an activity, providing insights on achieving this optimal experience.

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