The 10 Best Books for Merit

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Here’s my curated list of the 10 best books for merit, 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Peak Self-Control: Building Strong Willpower to Accomplish Important Goals by Said Hasyim — Offers techniques to develop willpower and self-discipline essential for achieving personal objectives.
  • How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie — A classic book on interpersonal skills and effective communication that remains relevant today.
  • 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.
  • Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck — Explores the concept of growth versus fixed mindset, and how our beliefs about our abilities can shape our success in various areas of life.
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