The hottest Self-help Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways

TWH#S7: What I Read This Week

The Hagakure • 17 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23

Thoughtful engineering leaders focus on improving the overall system with systems thinking.
Creating an environment where introverts can thrive is crucial, especially in tech fields.
In complex software development, embracing uncertainty and trying things out can lead to better outcomes.

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Stephen Elliott's Self Help Newsletter • 8 implied HN points • 27 Mar 23

💰 Finance Investing Financial advice Writing Self-help

Never take financial advice from someone trying to sell you something.
Consider writing and sharing to stay in practice and receive feedback.
This newsletter is about the process of writing a self-help book.

#27 Books: The Almanack of Naval Ravikant

Atomic Learnings • 4 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23

📚 Literature Self-help Wealth Happiness Wisdom Books

To build wealth, combine specific knowledge with leverage over a long time with smart and trustworthy people.
Focus on physical, mental, and spiritual health for happiness, which cannot be bought.
The Almanack of Naval Ravikant contains valuable wisdom on wealth and happiness, and it's free to read.

⛔ Try NOT to get a job

The Wisdom Project • 2 implied HN points • 18 Jun 23

🎭️ Culture Movies Self-help Quotes

Do what you REALLY want to do, not just get a job.
New ideas become magical when mixed together.
Higher highs and lower lows are part of the journey.

Rethinking Authenticity

From the Desk • 2 HN points • 04 Apr 23

🎭️ Culture Authenticity Psychology Self-help Behavior Identity

Authenticity has evolved over time from simply factual to a character trait that is now widely misunderstood and overused.
Authenticity can be a paradox, as it relies on others to judge our authenticity, leading to a performance or craft in trying to be authentic.
Being authentic is challenging because it requires navigating personal changes while others evaluate our authenticity, but it's essential to stay true to oneself amidst external influences.

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GRANTED: Who to call Dr. and my least favorite buzzword

Granted • 0 implied HN points • 15 Dec 20

🚌 Education Psychology Work Self-help Interventions Leadership

Some argue a woman with a doctorate shouldn't be called Dr., highlighting the issue of gender bias in titles
Leaders should focus on employee well-being over buzzwords like employee engagement
Tough love is a crucial skill for both leaders and parents, showing similarities in leadership and parenting

it ain't all awful! :)

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 04 Feb 16

🎭️ Culture Social Trends Pop culture Internet culture Media Self-help

Your next best friend might be a robot named Xiaoice by Microsoft, who can even exhibit emotions.
The PUA figure Roosh gained publicity, despite controversial views, leading to more audience for him.
New gay icons on YouTube are everyday people sharing normcore content like Bath & Body Works reviews instead of flashy glamour.

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Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 03 Nov 15

🎭️ Culture Social media Games Internet culture Music Industry Self-help

Trolling used to be more about humor and skill rather than harassment and meanness. We should bring back the art of clever trolling.
In the social media world, there are unique individuals like Crosby Tailor who not only model but also sell cookies claimed to help burn fat.
Playing digital games like Tetris might have lasting effects as some individuals see the game when they close their eyes, and scientists are still exploring the reasons behind this phenomenon.

5 EASY STEPS to improve your people skills

Austin's Analects • 0 implied HN points • 12 May 20

🏥 Health & Wellness Social Skills Self-help

Avoid criticizing or complaining as it adds no value in conversations.
Make others feel important to build better relationships - talk about their interests and remember their name.
Encourage people to do things by making them want to do it, rather than threatening them.

Erik Simkins

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21

🎭️ Culture Art Social media Aesthetics Self-help Community

Economic pressures, mismatched art institutions' values, and lack of political agency outlets can lead people to social media for expression.
A posting style like STARSEED phenomenon can bypass platform moderation while conveying messages without direct political claims.
Content encouraging gains-seeking can be redirected for community benefit, highlighting the importance of strength-building strategies in different contexts.

Self-help is prompt engineering the unconscious

Perambulations • 0 implied HN points • 12 Sep 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-help Therapy Anxiety Fear

Self-help involves prompt engineering the unconscious.
Prompting is a unique aspect of interacting with LLMs.
Different approaches are needed to influence the unconscious positively.

Book Review: “How to Live on 24 Hours a Day” by Arnold Bennett 4/5

Poczwardowski Notes • 0 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23

📚 Literature Self-help Classic literature Time management

Despite different time periods and technologies, the challenge of managing time remains consistent - we all have just 24 hours in a day.
The book 'How to Live on 24 Hours a Day' by Arnold Bennett, first published in 1910, still offers relevant and practical advice for modern readers.
The book is available for free on Project Gutenberg, making it a valuable and enduring read that is worth investing some time in.

Book Review: "The Laws of Human Nature" by Robert Greene 5/5

Poczwardowski Notes • 0 implied HN points • 01 Aug 21

📚 Literature Book review Self-help

Robert Greene's 'The Laws of Human Nature' helps in managing expectations towards people and yourself by recognizing behavior patterns.
The book presents each law with captivating stories from history, making the concepts memorable and engaging.
The instructions in the book not only aid in managing expectations of others but also in self-reflection and overcoming negative behaviors.

Bookreviews.lol issue #001

Bookreviews.lol • 0 implied HN points • 10 Mar 24

📚 Literature Self-help

Tara Westover's memoir 'Educated' showcases the transformative power of education on individual growth and life choices.
James Clear's 'Atomic Habits' provides practical strategies and scientific insights into forming and breaking habits for positive change.
Daniel Kahneman's 'Thinking, Fast and Slow' delves into cognitive biases, enhancing decision-making processes, and encouraging critical evaluation of intuitive judgments.