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The 2 Types of Wisdom - Chapter # 38

Miguel explains what he means by wisdom and the two types you can cultivate.
00:00 Tip: how to get the perfect gift every time
01:01 Poor Charlie’s Almanack
02:01 Seeking Wisdom
03:08 It’s not about knowing everything
03:33 Wordly wisdom & Spiritual wisdom
05:18 Which is more valuable?

Poor Charlie’s Almanack: The Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger, Expanded Third Edition

Seeking [...]

The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran (review) - Chapter #33

A beautiful book.
It could have been written 2000 years ago, or 2000 years from now. Atemporal.
For a profound take on the fundamental matters of life, get to know The Prophet.
Give yourself that gift.
EDIT: Eugene has left in the comments a link to a legally free online copy. You can find it here.
Books mentioned:

The Prophet

Stop Hoping for a Completion of Anything in Life - Chapter #28

We often think we will be happy once our life situation is a certain way - when we’ll get a certain amount of money, a position, a dream or goal.
But fundamentally, life never changes.
Are you also committing the error of thinking that one day “it will be done”?
Books mentioned:

The Way of the Superior Man by [...]

The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living by the Dalai Lama (review) - Chapter #22

Eastern spirituality meets Western psychology.
Miguel shares what most struck him from this interview-style book on the Dalai Lama’s approach to happiness. From suffering, to kindness, to what living a spiritual life really means - he has some strong points worth considering.
Quote:
That is what I call basic spirituality - basic human qualities of goodness, kindness, compassion, [...]

Dune by Frank Herbert (review) - Chapter #21

Are you into Science Fiction books? Miguel doesn’t read much of this genre…
…but Frank Herbert’s masterpiece got him from page 1.
Whether you are into Science-Fiction novels or not, watch why this book is a must read.
Quote:
(The litany against fear)
I must not fear.
Fear is the mind-killer.
Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration.
I will face [...]

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius: 7 Lessons From a Roman Emperor (review) - Chapter #20

Stoic philosopher and roman emperor Marcus Aurelius wrote a masterpiece almost two millennia ago: Meditations.
His insights are just as relevant today. Given the hard life he led, it is a straight-forward guide for conscious living.
Miguel shares 7 key lessons he learnt from this jewel.
Score: 9.5/10
Books mentioned:

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

Why Your World View is Never Right - Chapter #19

How many senses do you have?
And you think you can really grasp reality with that?
Let’s reconsider…
Books mentioned:

Dune by Frank Herbert

Were past times better? - Chapter #18

We tend to idealize past periods of History and see the present day world as a descending spiral.
Let´s get some perspective…
Books mentioned:

Shakespeare

On the Shortness of Life - #7

Seneca’s famous Essay, On the Shortness of Life, makes a valid point we need to remind ourselves every day: It’s not how long you live…

Be Your Own Guru - #1

The basic premise. No matter how much smarter, more knowledgeable or experienced someone else is - ultimately, it’s your call. Here at BookVIM we’ll draw from many wise people, but none of them can take your responsibility of thinking and choice.
Books mentioned in this chapter:

The 33 Strategies of War
Robert Greene