My Journey Through the Pages

Over the past few months, I’ve been diving into a diverse collection of books focused on psychology, philosophy, and personal growth. Instead of technical manuals or complex fiction, these titles explore how we think, how we feel, and how we can navigate the world with a bit more clarity.

Understanding the Human Mind

  • Thinking, Fast and Slow (Daniel Kahneman): An eye-opening look at the two systems that drive our thoughts—one fast and intuitive, the other slow and logical.
  • The Unconscious (Sigmund Freud): A classic exploration into the hidden mental processes that influence our daily actions.
  • The Art of Logic (Eugenia Cheng): A refreshing take on how to use mathematical thinking to make sense of a messy, emotional world.

Perspectives on Modern Life

  • The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck (Mark Manson): A blunt reminder that we only have so much energy, so we should choose what we care about wisely.
  • Everything is F*cked (Mark Manson): A follow-up that looks at the concept of hope and why our modern world feels so chaotic.
  • On Bullshit (Harry G. Frankfurt): A short but brilliant philosophical essay on the nature of truth and the prevalence of "BS" in society.

Emotions and Self-Connection

  • The Power of Regret (Daniel H. Pink): Instead of "no regrets," Pink argues that our past mistakes are actually essential tools for future success.
  • Why Am I Afraid to Tell You Who I Am? (John Powell): A deep dive into why we hide our true selves and how to be more authentic.
  • This Book Will Make You Kinder (Henry James Garrett): A gentle, illustrated guide on how to strengthen our empathy and understand others better.

Productivity and Mindset

  • Ego is the Enemy (Ryan Holiday): A stoic look at how our own pride can be our greatest obstacle.
  • Think Straight (Darius Foroux): A practical guide to clearing the mental clutter and focusing on what actually matters.
  • Whatever You Think, Think the Opposite (Paul Arden): A punchy book that encourages "wrong" thinking to find creative solutions.
  • 30 Minutes to Solve That Problem (Michael Stevens): A quick-hit guide to efficient problem-solving.
  • Detox Your Desk (Theo Theobald): A reminder that a clear physical space often leads to a clear mental space.

Finding Happiness and Balance

  • Ikigai (Héctor García & Francesc Miralles): A beautiful look at the Japanese secret to a long, purposeful, and happy life.
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  • How Full Is Your Bucket? (Tom Rath): A simple but powerful metaphor for how positive interactions affect our well-being.
  • Good Vibes, Good Life (Vex King): A modern guide to self-love and manifestation.
  • Don't Believe Everything You Think (Joseph Nguyen): A perspective-shifting book on how to stop overthinking and find peace.
  • The Free Mind (Edward de Bono): Techniques for lateral thinking to break out of standard mental loops.

If you are looking for the authors/professors associated with these titles, here is the simplified list. Please note that while many are professors, some are professional authors, psychologists, or creative directors.

  • On Bullshit – Professor Harry G. Frankfurt
  • 30 Minutes to Solve That Problem – Michael Stevens
  • The Power of Regret – Daniel H. Pink
  • Whatever You Think, Think the Opposite – Paul Arden
  • The Unconscious – Professor Sigmund Freud
  • The Free Mind – Dr. Edward de Bono
  • How Full Is Your Bucket? – Tom Rath
  • Why Am I Afraid to Tell You Who I Am? – John Powell
  • Ikigai – Héctor García and Francesc Miralles
  • Detox Your Desk – Theo Theobald
  • This Book Will Make You Kinder – Henry James Garrett
  • Don't Believe Everything You Think – Joseph Nguyen
  • Good Vibes, Good Life – Vex King
  • Think Straight – Darius Foroux
  • The Art of Logic – Professor Eugenia Cheng
  • Everything is F*cked – Mark Manson
  • The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck – Mark Manson
  • Ego is the Enemy – Ryan Holiday
  • Thinking, Fast and Slow – Professor Daniel Kahneman

Last Updated : 23/12/2025