Mindful Reading

By: James de Klerk & Peter Banda
  • Summary

  • An unashamedly self-help podcast where we go through interesting self-help books, and discuss the nuggets of wisdom in them. Once a month, we'll discuss our latest read, exploring its teachings and learning how we can apply its principles to our lives.

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Episodes
  • #21 - Do the Work by Steven Pressfield
    Nov 30 2024

    A discussion of the book Do the Work by Steven Pressfield.

    Do the Work by Steven Pressfield, as with many of Steven's non-fiction books, is about battling Resistance. It's about how to do the work, and the the challenges Resistance will throw your way for any meaningful project. The book is broken into a beginning, middle, and an end - as Steven would recommend you do for your project.

    Hosted by Peter Banda & James de Klerk



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mindfulreading.substack.com
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • #20 - Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday
    Nov 9 2024

    A discussion of the book Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday.

    Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday is a book about ego and all its dangers. It looks at how ego is the enemy throughout different stages in our lives such as when we aspire, when we succeed, and even when we fail. Through various stories and quotes these ideas are explored, and we see how ego leads to demise, with humility being the better option.

    Hosted by Peter Banda & James de Klerk



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mindfulreading.substack.com
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    2 hrs and 8 mins
  • #19 - Range by David Epstein
    Oct 13 2024

    A discussion of the book Range by David Epstein.

    Range explores the debate between generalists and specialists, examining why, as the subtitle suggests, “Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World.” The book contrasts “kind” learning environments - where patterns are repetitive and predictable - with “wicked” environments, which mirror our everyday experience, filled with unpredictability and constant variation. Epstein connects these learning environments to how we approach achieving extraordinary outcomes. Contrary to the common belief that specialization is the key to success, Epstein repeatedly demonstrates that generalization often proves more valuable in the modern world.

    Hosted by Peter Banda & James de Klerk



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mindfulreading.substack.com
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    1 hr and 42 mins

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