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4.21 AVERAGE
4.21 AVERAGE
Had to sit with this book for a while before rating/reviewing.
Good things that I can easily point out: this book was full of nuggets of knowledge that were well-organized into two primary sections - wealth and happiness. Each section had aphorisms that I know I'll return to, and anecdotes to drive them home:
I also loved his description of Rational Buddhism. I haven't seen that concept articulated before (believing in many Buddhist practices but not its more mystical aspects) and have to say I'll be looking more into that.
What I've been thinking about since finishing this book I felt that (maybe because of how it was organized?) the sections of the book weren't in conversation with each other. After espousing the importance of building wealth and judgement, and learning to be happy, the book ends with a section on philosophy in which he says that "there is no meaning to life," and that the results of anything that we do on Earth are accelerating the heat death of the universe. I don't have an issue with those conclusions, but if that's the case, why are the earlier parts of the book so important to him - building wealth, especially? If he does believe that life is "like writing on water or building houses of sand" (quoting Osha), or that the actions of individuals or companies will only serve to sooner end the universe, then why is he so adamant about the reader owning equity in companies as a method of building personal wealth, or building judgement and skillsets to build wealth? I wish there had been more examination of that tension (if there was, please point me to it).
Maybe that is what is so interesting about the book, though - the reader can learn from a brilliant person, contemplate that person's contradictions, consider their reactions to those contradictions, and then contemplate their own.
Good things that I can easily point out: this book was full of nuggets of knowledge that were well-organized into two primary sections - wealth and happiness. Each section had aphorisms that I know I'll return to, and anecdotes to drive them home:
"Cynicism is easy. Mimicry is easy. Optimistic contrarians are the rarest breed" (100).
"We waste our time with short-term thinking and busywork. Warren Buffett spends a year deciding and a day acting. That act lasts decades" (69).
"Don't take yourself so seriously. You're just a monkey with a plan" (127).
I also loved his description of Rational Buddhism. I haven't seen that concept articulated before (believing in many Buddhist practices but not its more mystical aspects) and have to say I'll be looking more into that.
What I've been thinking about since finishing this book I felt that (maybe because of how it was organized?) the sections of the book weren't in conversation with each other. After espousing the importance of building wealth and judgement, and learning to be happy, the book ends with a section on philosophy in which he says that "there is no meaning to life," and that the results of anything that we do on Earth are accelerating the heat death of the universe. I don't have an issue with those conclusions, but if that's the case, why are the earlier parts of the book so important to him - building wealth, especially? If he does believe that life is "like writing on water or building houses of sand" (quoting Osha), or that the actions of individuals or companies will only serve to sooner end the universe, then why is he so adamant about the reader owning equity in companies as a method of building personal wealth, or building judgement and skillsets to build wealth? I wish there had been more examination of that tension (if there was, please point me to it).
Maybe that is what is so interesting about the book, though - the reader can learn from a brilliant person, contemplate that person's contradictions, consider their reactions to those contradictions, and then contemplate their own.
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
The free-flowing book covers many relevant topics that seem to trouble individuals nowadays. The book is honest in its approach and does not shy away from discussing the necessity of some qualities over others to excel in life.
I devoured this book. I would have highlighted every single word written. This book is basically a collection of Naval's thoughts and learnings throughout his life. And it's a book that I will probably reread once a year. Yes, it is that good.
"Be yourself, with passionate intensity."
"Health, love, and your mission. In that order. Nothing else matters."
"If you hurt other people because they have expectations of you, that is their problem."
"You're going to die one day, and none of this is going to matter. So enjoy yourself. Do something positive."
"Peace is happiness at rest, and happiness is peace in motion."
"The fundamental delusion: there is something out there that will make me happy and fulfilled forever."
"If you can't decide, the answer is no."
"Praise specifically, criticize generally."
"Retirement is when you stop sacrificing today for an imaginary tomorrow."
"Earn with your mind, not your time."
"What is the foundation required for me to learn this?" Learn basics well. Understanding the foundation of a topic is most important.
"Learn to sell. Learn to build. If you can do both, you will be unstoppable."
"Be yourself, with passionate intensity."
"Health, love, and your mission. In that order. Nothing else matters."
"If you hurt other people because they have expectations of you, that is their problem."
"You're going to die one day, and none of this is going to matter. So enjoy yourself. Do something positive."
"Peace is happiness at rest, and happiness is peace in motion."
"The fundamental delusion: there is something out there that will make me happy and fulfilled forever."
"If you can't decide, the answer is no."
"Praise specifically, criticize generally."
"Retirement is when you stop sacrificing today for an imaginary tomorrow."
"Earn with your mind, not your time."
"What is the foundation required for me to learn this?" Learn basics well. Understanding the foundation of a topic is most important.
"Learn to sell. Learn to build. If you can do both, you will be unstoppable."
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
I stumbled upon one of his early interviews with Tim in 2018 and was amazed by his knowledge and clarity. I have listened to most of his interviews, and I have learned something new every time.
When I picked up The Almanack of Naval Ravikant, I wasn’t sure if it’s going to benefit me. I had already listened to all his interviews and made notes in my journal. And I could also go back to his Twitter or any specific interview to get my answers.
But I was wrong.
Once I picked up this book, there was no going back.
The author, Eric Jorgenson, did a wonderful job researching and organizing all Naval’s wisdom in various categories. The book is meticulously designed and has everything I have learned from Naval on wealth, health, and philosophy in the purest form.
The books make it easier to skim through the topics you want to learn and skip the ones you don’t. This is one of those books you can keep flipping for years and find new things every time you pick them up.
You can read my top lessons from the book here-https://baos.pub/10-lessons-from-the-almanack-of-naval-ravikant-on-wealth-happiness-and-life-e54dbbc34c7b
When I picked up The Almanack of Naval Ravikant, I wasn’t sure if it’s going to benefit me. I had already listened to all his interviews and made notes in my journal. And I could also go back to his Twitter or any specific interview to get my answers.
But I was wrong.
Once I picked up this book, there was no going back.
The author, Eric Jorgenson, did a wonderful job researching and organizing all Naval’s wisdom in various categories. The book is meticulously designed and has everything I have learned from Naval on wealth, health, and philosophy in the purest form.
The books make it easier to skim through the topics you want to learn and skip the ones you don’t. This is one of those books you can keep flipping for years and find new things every time you pick them up.
You can read my top lessons from the book here-https://baos.pub/10-lessons-from-the-almanack-of-naval-ravikant-on-wealth-happiness-and-life-e54dbbc34c7b
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
It’s insane how much value can be put in a single book.
informative
medium-paced
5/5
Just Brilliant. A goldmine of information about important things in life.
Naval is a goddamn genius.
I want to revisit this book many times until it becomes part of my brain.
Just Brilliant. A goldmine of information about important things in life.
Naval is a goddamn genius.
I want to revisit this book many times until it becomes part of my brain.