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Lying

Sam Harris, Annaka Harris

Relationships, Wellbeing

A philosophical and practical exploration of the concept and consequences of lying in various aspects of human life.

"God Is Not Great" by Christopher Hitchens

God Is Not Great

Christopher Hitchens

Atheism, Philosophy, Religion

A critical examination of organized religion and its impact on society, advocating for a secular worldview relying on humanistic values instead of religious doctrine.

"Waking Up" by Sam Harris

Waking Up

Sam Harris

Mindfulness, Philosophy, Religion, Spirituality

“Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion” is a book by Sam Harris that explores the nature of consciousness and offers a scientific perspective on spirituality without the framework of organized religion.

"On the Shortness of Life" by Seneca

On the Shortness of Life

Seneca

Philosophy, Stoicism

“On the Shortness of Life” is a moral essay written by Seneca the Younger, a Roman Stoic philosopher, addressing the theme of time management and the human perception of time.

"The Moral Landscape" by Sam Harris

The Moral Landscape

Sam Harris

Morality, Philosophy, Religion, Wellbeing

“The Moral Landscape” argues that by using science to navigate the moral landscape, we can better identify paths toward human flourishing and away from suffering.

"How Will You Measure Your Life" by Clayton Christiansen

How Will You Measure Your Life?

James Allworth, Karen Dillon, Clayton Christensen

Philosophy, Wellbeing, Work

This book challenges readers to deeply consider the kind of person they want to be and the legacy they wish to leave behind.

"The God Delusion" by Richard Dawkins

The God Delusion

Richard Dawkins

Atheism, Philosophy, Religion

This book systematically addresses arguments for the existence of God, scrutinize the role of religion in morality, and its influence on society.

"Letter to a Christian Nation" by Sam Harris

Letter to a Christian Nation

Sam Harris

Atheism, Philosophy, Religion

“Letter to a Christian Nation” presents a provocative case for the examination of religious beliefs in the light of reason and evidence.

"Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius

Meditations

Marcus Aurelius

Philosophy, Stoicism

“Meditations” is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, reflecting his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy.

"Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt

Freakonomics

Steven D. Levitt

Work

“Freakonomics” is not just about economics in the traditional sense; it’s about thinking more deeply and critically about the world around us.

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