mylaur's reviews
5 reviews

Zen in the Art of Archery by Eugen Herrigel

4.0

Cupid's Poisoned Arrow: From Habit to Harmony in Sexual Relationships by Marnia Robinson
Did not finish book. Stopped at 50%.

3.0

Caffeine Blues: Wake Up to the Hidden Dangers of America's #1 Drug by Stephen Cherniske

5.0

Brilliant, this doctor deserves a 5 star. I don't have time to verify each of his scientific proof, but the fact that each of his assertions is referenced by a scientific paper is outstanding. No talking out of your ass. Moreover, he has the experience to back his beliefs and theory, and my anecdotal experiences of observed caffeine addicts among students just fit right in with his observations and theory.

It's just so unbelievable how caffeine has so much more impact than what is commonly thought, and as a student in biology, that was even more entertaining and easy to read.

I don't even drink caffeine except when I need it during an exam, so it's going to be stupidly easy to stop, but I have my other addictions. Still, the book was an absolute eye-opener, and very disappointing to realize the truth in stark contrast to the caffeine-addicted world.

Drive: The Surprising Truth about What Motivates Us by Daniel H. Pink

3.0

I read it because I thought it'd motivate me. Nah, not really, but you do get a strong, reliable perspective on what and how motivation actually works. No everything is not just about dopamine and rewards, and it's hopeful to think that qualities such as curiosity and purpose could be cultivated that can still be compatible with our socio-economical model, that is, productivity in capitalism...

The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking by Oliver Burkeman

5.0

I read this after recommendation from wanting to read "The subtle art ofhow to not give a f*ck" because it'd say the same thing but with better prose and organization.

Each chapter is a paradigm shift, with beautiful quotes and proses. Must-read for getting attitude for you.