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Weekly Wednesday Wisdom #10

Weekly Wisdom • 159 implied HN points • 13 Apr 23
🚌 Education Books
  1. Reflect on your intentions, actions, and results regularly to make necessary adjustments.
  2. Quantify energy in terms of time, attention, thoughts, emotions, actions, habits, and money.
  3. Maintaining a consistent routine, setting clear goals like writing a book, and balancing creative energies are essential for personal growth.

EXTRACTS: Final Jeopardy!

All Visible Objects • 79 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
📚 Literature Books
  1. Jeopardy questions about Herman Melville and Moby-Dick can be quite challenging and sometimes misleading, requiring in-depth knowledge of the book.
  2. Jeopardy has made factual errors about Melville and Moby-Dick, including incorrectly identifying the port the Pequod sails from and mixing up dates from the novel.
  3. Some Jeopardy clues have questionable or confusing phrasing when referencing Melville's quotes, life events, and genealogy, requiring a careful understanding to navigate.

Weekly Wednesday Wisdom #9

Weekly Wisdom • 159 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Books
  1. Reflect on what is within your control and what is important, like the Stoic practice of awareness.
  2. Anticipate and plan for upcoming projects or trips to keep yourself motivated and excited.
  3. Consider the reasons behind why you want to write a book, balancing your passions and audience expectations.
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Albert, unforgotten

Sundman figures it out! • 157 implied HN points • 03 Jun 23
📚 Literature Books
  1. The author reminisces about the life of his childhood best friend, Albert, who was tragically murdered in Atlantic City.
  2. Albert was a unique and focused individual, with a deep interest in topics like history, philosophy, and stamp collecting.
  3. Despite their close friendship throughout childhood, the author and Albert drifted apart during their college years, and the tragic news of Albert's death came as a shock years later.

Rewild your Writing with a Tree Font

Green Graphic Design • 157 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Books
  1. The book 'The Language of Trees' uses a unique tree font to connect writing with nature.
  2. The tree font was designed by Katie Holten and each letter represents a different species of tree.
  3. The book features essays, poetry, and research about the human relationship with trees and the natural world.

Links - 03/09/2023

Value Investing World • 157 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
💰 Finance Books
  1. Accept that the future is unpredictable and focus on strategies that can adapt to unexpected events.
  2. Be skeptical of anyone's ability to predict the future, including your own.
  3. Embrace strategies that can survive whatever may occur.

April Update

Shades of Greaves • 157 implied HN points • 20 Apr 23
📚 Literature Books
  1. The author finished writing a book and is now preparing for proofreading and printing, with an option for pre-ordering.
  2. The author highlights the importance of supporting Black women athletes and shares recent writing on the topic of criticisms in sports.
  3. The newsletter includes a fun and humorous quiz comparing Thomas Pynchon novels to 90's R&B groups, showcasing light-hearted content.

Best of 2023

Obvious Bicycle • 657 implied HN points • 30 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. The post shares a list of the author's favorite things from 2023, including music, live events, essays, art & photography, movies, books, TV shows, and quotes.
  2. The author appreciates music as their favorite art form, sharing a ranked list of songs they discovered in 2023.
  3. The author also highlights their experiences of attending live events like cricket and football matches, a marathon, and a Taylor Swift concert, making these a memorable part of their year.

I Wrote a Book

The Reclamation Era • 79 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
📚 Literature Books
  1. The author finished writing a book after many months of hard work and revisions, organizing her thoughts and ideas like puzzle pieces.
  2. She felt a strong emotional connection to her late friend while writing, which motivated her to complete the book.
  3. The final manuscript turned out to be 191 pages long, which has special significance to her as it's her lucky number.

RKUL: Time Well Spent 1/1/2025

Razib Khan's Unsupervised Learning • 211 implied HN points • 02 Jan 25
📚 Literature Books
  1. Books that challenge the norm can change how we think. Authors who present radical ideas might be dismissed but can spark new creativity.
  2. Parents often believe their choices greatly affect their children's outcomes, but many outcomes are influenced more by genetics and chance than parenting styles.
  3. Science evolves as new discoveries are made. Historical theories can be amazing, but modern techniques allow us to understand life in greater detail than ever before.

Diary: Janet Webster Jones, The Bookseller’s Voice

Book Post • 137 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. Janet Webster Jones receives the Voice of the Heartland Award for her contribution to bookselling and free expression.
  2. Our voices have various roles including listening, informing, and guiding to uphold knowledge and wisdom.
  3. Jones expresses gratitude to those who support and honor her, emphasizing the importance of unity in promoting literature.

🚀👨‍🚀 It's the 10th anniversary of one of the most Up Wing stories ever told

Faster, Please! • 548 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Books
  1. The 10th anniversary of 'The Martian' highlights the power of problem-solving and self-sufficiency in driving progress and celebrating human ingenuity.
  2. The 'Star Trek' franchise embodies a pro-progress, risk-embracing philosophy and has made a significant cultural impact, paving the way for technological advancements and careers.
  3. Science fiction stories like 'The Martian' and 'Star Trek' exemplify Up Wing thinking, focusing on individual initiative, resourcefulness, and a positive attitude towards progress.

The Monday Media Diet with Sophia Smith Galer

Why is this interesting? • 542 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. Sophia curates her news from social media like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, finding content that aligns with her interests.
  2. She enjoys leisurely reading the weekend papers and is a fan of Private Eye, read in a unique way as a family tradition.
  3. Sophia recommends reading Megha Mohan's journalism and mentions Reverso Context as a great language app.

January Bookclub reveal

The Shift With Sam Baker • 99 implied HN points • 16 Dec 23
📚 Literature Books
  1. The Shift With Sam Baker's January Bookclub pick is 'One of the Good Guys' by Araminta Hall, recommended for those tired of formulaic thrillers.
  2. The book has received praise from authors like Gillian Flynn and Lisa Taddeo, known for their groundbreaking works like 'Gone Girl' and 'Three Women'.
  3. Consider subscribing to The Shift With Sam Baker for more book recommendations and support for the publication.

AI shit lit panic

The Leftovers • 139 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
📚 Literature Books
  1. The focus is on the quality of content, whether produced by humans or AI, rather than who created it.
  2. There is a concern about AI-generated 'shit lit' cluttering platforms, and a desire for human-created content.
  3. The author embraces elitism in drawing critical lines in literary criticism.

Video: Why we Fight about Morality

Moral Understanding • 78 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Books
  1. Our moral convictions are based on a common harm-based moral mind inherited from our past.
  2. The threat of harm continues to shape our moral beliefs, sparking disagreements on who or what is most vulnerable and what harms are real.
  3. Finding common ground in understanding the evolution of morality can help resolve conflicts over moral differences.

Metrics don't write books

The Leftovers • 139 implied HN points • 17 Apr 23
📚 Literature Books
  1. Metrics like social media engagements don't necessarily translate to book sales.
  2. Authors shouldn't solely rely on self-promotion, as publishers have a crucial role in book promotion.
  3. Writers should focus more on writing books rather than getting caught up in ineffective social media promotion.

The Psychedelic Bookshelf: 27 Must-Reads for the Psychedelic-Inspired

Tripsitter • 139 implied HN points • 20 Jul 23
📚 Literature Books
  1. Reading books provides a unique learning experience that goes beyond quick answers found online, guiding you to consider questions you may not have thought of.
  2. Text-based reading has been shown to result in better information retention compared to video or audio-based learning, making books valuable for deep understanding.
  3. Books on psychedelics offer a diverse range of insights, from scientific analysis to personal experiences, making them essential for anyone interested in the topic.

At the Halfway Mark in 2023

Holodoxa • 139 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. The author reads and reviews a significant number of books, mostly non-fiction, providing detailed commentary and recommendations.
  2. The author shares a list of podcasts they enjoy listening to regularly and new shows they've discovered recently.
  3. The author discusses an academic debate on social status persistence and genetic factors, highlighting critiques and supportive commentary.

The Power of Vulnerability

Eliot Peper • 137 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. The Power of Vulnerability by Brené Brown is a recommended audiobook that combines storytelling and research.
  2. Make art that inspires others.
  3. Collaborate with talented designers and experts in different fields for impactful projects.

The watch party votes are IN!

Murder, She Cooked • 137 implied HN points • 23 May 23
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. The watch party votes are in for the next event
  2. The second watch party will feature Murder, Takes the Bus - Season 1 - Episode 18
  3. The event will include a recipe, video demonstration, Cabot Cove Bingo, and instructions for joining

Monday reading #10

well, actually • 137 implied HN points • 11 Sep 23
📚 Literature Books
  1. The author recommends a novel called Terrace Story by Hilary Leichter, describing it as a blend of humor, magical realism, and tenderness.
  2. The novel focuses on a woman named Stephanie who has a unique ability to enlarge spaces with her mind, exploring themes of love, death, loss, and loneliness.
  3. The post is part of a weekly series where the author shares thought-provoking or fascinating recommendations, not necessarily restricted to Mondays.

Monday reading #3

well, actually • 137 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. Weekly recommendations include shows and articles
  2. Interesting read on a enslaved midwife in history
  3. Encouragement to support counterintuitive, revisionist content

Oldie But a Goodie

Thoughts on a Typewriter • 137 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. Quality things are timeless and can be enjoyed by different generations
  2. It's great when kids appreciate and enjoy the same things their parents used to love
  3. Old stuff that is good quality remains desirable and enjoyable, whether analog or digital

Weekly Wednesday Wisdom #5

Weekly Wisdom • 179 implied HN points • 05 Jan 23
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. The newsletter discusses reading 'Discipline Is Destiny' and '5000 Words Per Hour' to increase productivity and writing output.
  2. Listening recommendations include 'Building A Second Brain' and insights from author David Deida on masculinity and femininity.
  3. The newsletter delves into philosophical discussions from podcasts and videos, and reflects on the themes of wisdom and personal growth.

Stop the Lists! 2023

Indulging a Second Look • 78 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Books
  1. List-making can lead to a consumerist treadmill of trying to watch more and more movies.
  2. Stop the Lists! initiative was about tracking media consumption without ranking or reviewing.
  3. The focus shifted from listing and tracking media to appreciating and highlighting specific standout movies.

Discount on Kindle Pre-Orders Of My Book

Japan Economy Watch • 99 implied HN points • 30 Nov 23
💼 Business Books
  1. You can get a discount on the Kindle pre-orders of the book on Amazon US, paying $17.99 instead of the regular price of $23.99.
  2. On the Japanese site, the price for the Kindle version is Y3,948 without a pre-order discount.
  3. The hardcover version is available on Amazon with a 30% discount offered by Oxford Univ. Press.