How to Work on Oneself: A Sketch

by Jens Oliver Meiert

How can we learn more effectively, how can we best work on ourselves, how do we grow? That is the subject of this brief book, this short sketch by philosopher and world traveler Jens Oliver Meiert. A light treatise on personal growth, he goes over 20 paths to get to know ourselves, for “we are okay as we are, but we can always improve.”

43 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 28, 2016

Reviews

[A.J. Thoresen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a brief book about personal growth. It reads more like a structured sketch than a detailed guide, and that feels intentional. The chapters are short, clear, and focused on practical directions rather than long explanations.

The emphasis on assessing information carefully was valuable. The reminders to question sources, to be cautious around media, and to think critically about what we consume feel especially important today. For younger readers growing up in a fast, algorithm-driven world, this perspective can be valuable. Learning how to filter noise and choose reliable input is a skill in itself.

The idea of changing perspective while keeping the same objective. Sometimes growth is not about new goals, but about adjusting the route.

This book will not be for everyone. It does not go deeply into theory or analysis. But for busy readers, or those who prefer compact notes and prompts rather than long discussions, it can serve as a useful reminder to approach self-development with awareness.