[clearly ChatGPT still has issues rendering words properly in images…] Chris: The Cello Suites by Eric Siblin Suhaib: Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates. City on Fire: A Boyhood in Aligarh by Zeyad Masroor Khan Hunter: On Writing by Stephen King Mike: The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson Leo: AI Engineering: Building ApplicationsContinueContinue reading “Book Club Recommendations”
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The Murderbot Diaries — Book & TV Series Review
[Written by ChatGPT] 📚 The Books Martha Wells’ The Murderbot Diaries ended up being a standout read for me in more ways than one. Not only was All Systems Red a super quick, binge-able book—I literally finished it in a single bath—but it was also the first science-fiction book I’ve read written by a femaleContinueContinue reading “The Murderbot Diaries — Book & TV Series Review”
Book Review: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
I was first introduced to The Anxious Generation by a life coach who works closely with teens and is deeply concerned about the impact of electronics and social media on their mental and emotional well-being. It immediately struck a chord with me, because nearly every parent I know wrestles with this issue in one wayContinueContinue reading “Book Review: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt”
A Luminous Exploration of Mind’s Greatest Mystery
[Written by Claude] Review of Conscious: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind by Annaka Harris In a field long dominated by male voices, Annaka Harris brings a refreshing perspective to one of philosophy and neuroscience’s most enduring puzzles: what is consciousness, and how does it arise? Her brief yet profound bookContinueContinue reading “A Luminous Exploration of Mind’s Greatest Mystery”
Book Club Recommendations
Chris: The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson Ed: Cleopatra by Alberto Angela Yuan: A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness Leo: Nexus by Yuval Noah Harari Suhaib: Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela Hunter: Dictionary of Fine Distinctions by Eli Burnstein [Written by Grok] 1. Cleopatra by Alberto Angela In this captivating historical narrative, ItalianContinueContinue reading “Book Club Recommendations”
From Quantum Physics to the Unconscious Mind: The Remarkable Journey of Leonard Mlodinow
[Written by Perplexity. Image credit] Coming across Leonard Mlodinow’s books “Subliminal” and “Emotional” was a captivating experience, as both works offer insightful explorations into the hidden forces shaping our thoughts and feelings. These books masterfully bridge the complexities of the unconscious mind and emotional behavior with accessible storytelling. What piqued my curiosity even further wasContinueContinue reading “From Quantum Physics to the Unconscious Mind: The Remarkable Journey of Leonard Mlodinow”
Book Club Recommendations
Ed: The City and Its Uncertain Walls by Haruki Murakami, Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout, Picasso and the Painting That Shocked the World, Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin by David Sweetman Chris: Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari Lillian: The Almanack of Naval Ravikant by Eric Jorgenson, The Ministry ofContinueContinue reading “Book Club Recommendations”
Book Review: The Sociopath Next Door by Martha Stout
[Wriiten by Grok] Martha Stout’s The Sociopath Next Door (2005) sets out to expose what the author claims is a hidden 4% of the population—people who lack a conscience and operate as manipulative, remorseless “sociopaths” among us. Structured around case studies of anonymized individuals—like corporate schemers or deceptive neighbors—the book aims to help readers identifyContinueContinue reading “Book Review: The Sociopath Next Door by Martha Stout”
A Masterclass in Psychological Deception: Review of “The Silent Patient”
[Written by Gemini. Spoiler alert] Alex Michaelides’s debut novel, “The Silent Patient,” exploded onto the psychological thriller scene, captivating readers with its intricate plot, compelling characters, and a twist that leaves you reeling. It’s a testament to Michaelides’s skill that he manages to weave such a complex narrative, drawing the reader deep into the mysteryContinueContinue reading “A Masterclass in Psychological Deception: Review of “The Silent Patient””
Making the Most of Your Golden Thousand: A Guide to Living Fully in Limited Time
[Written by Claude] The mathematics of mortality are stark and sobering. If we’re fortunate enough to live to 80, we get roughly 4,000 weeks on this planet. For many of us in midlife, perhaps 1,000 weeks of good health remain—maybe fewer, maybe more, but certainly finite. This realization, explored brilliantly in Oliver Burkeman’s “Four ThousandContinueContinue reading “Making the Most of Your Golden Thousand: A Guide to Living Fully in Limited Time”
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