Rediscovering Focus: A Journey with Johann Hari’s Stolen Focus It’s amusing how life comes full circle. In 2021, I boldly penned a scathing review of Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention— and How to T… by Johann Hari, a book I labeled "tedious and boring." Oh, the audacity of youth! At the time, I …
Book Review: Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence by Anna Lembke When I first picked up "Dopamine Nation" by Anna Lembke, I had high hopes. As someone keenly interested in the interplay between pleasure and addiction, I was looking forward to an insightful exploration of these dynamics in America. Also, with a …
You’re Not Listening: What You’re Missing and Why It Matters by Kate Murphy – A Reflection on Connection At first glance, You’re Not Listening: What You’re Missing and Why It Matters by Kate Murphy struck me as yet another book on improving communication skills. However, in the chaotic whirlwind of everyday life, where conversations often …
A Personal Journey Through ADHD 2.0 Picking up ADHD 2.0: New Science and Essential Strategies for Thriving by Edward Hallowell and John Ratey felt like opening a door to a space I desperately wanted to understand better. As someone who has grappled with ADHD, I was eager not only for insights but for strategies that …
Breathe: The New Science of a Lost Art – A Breath of Fresh Critique When I first picked up James Nestor’s Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, I was drawn in by the allure of something so simple yet so essential—breathing. It seems mundane, doesn’t it? Yet, Nestor promised to unveil a treasure …
Book Review: The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel The moment I stumbled upon The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel, I felt an irresistible pull. In a world where money conversations often spiral into anxiety or shame, Housel promises a different narrative—one rooted in behavioral insights rather than numbers alone. As someone who often …