What did you read this year?

This is my journey in books for 2019!
Salman’s
average rating for
2019
4.0
4.0
The first half is fantastic. Feynmans curiosity and "question everything" mentality is fresh and exciting. He helps one develop a sense of wonder as he talks about his schooling and work. If the book ended there, it may well have been a 5-star book.
...Then he starts talking about women. A lot. He talks about his own "adventures" trying to pick up showgirls, and keeps going and going about his interactions and failings with trying to pick up women ...more
...Then he starts talking about women. A lot. He talks about his own "adventures" trying to pick up showgirls, and keeps going and going about his interactions and failings with trying to pick up women ...more
Good overall, but maybe not earth-shattering as a read. I have already been thinking deeply along this line lately, so it kind of just reinforced some thinking.
Some highlights:
- It reinforces the need for us to create space in our lives, so we can be there for others
- It has some good meditation mantras at the end of each chapter
- It emphasizes the importance of applying mindfulness in any moment throughout the day, rather than just when you sit ...more
Some highlights:
- It reinforces the need for us to create space in our lives, so we can be there for others
- It has some good meditation mantras at the end of each chapter
- It emphasizes the importance of applying mindfulness in any moment throughout the day, rather than just when you sit ...more