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First, We Make the Beast Beautiful: A New Story About cover art

First, We Make the Beast Beautiful – Summary & Key Lessons (Sarah Wilson)

A humane, practical take on living with anxiety—rituals, reframes, and self-compassion that turn struggle into wisdom.

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The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have cover art

The Power of Moments – Summary & Key Lessons (Chip Heath, Dan Heath)

Learn how to design defining moments that elevate, insight, pride, and connection to transform customer experience, culture, and everyday life.

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Thinking, Fast and Slow (Essentials) cover art

Thinking, Fast and Slow – Key Ideas & Practical Takeaways

System 1 vs. System 2 thinking, cognitive biases, and simple tools to make better decisions under uncertainty.

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#Girlboss by Sophia Amoruso – Summary & Key Lessons

A sharp, practical summary of #Girlboss by Sophia Amoruso: unconventional entrepreneurship, scrappy execution, brand building, and resilient career lessons.

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The Ethical Slut: a Guide to Infinite Sexual Possibilities cover art

The Ethical Slut by Dossie Easton & Catherine A. Liszt – Summary & Key Lessons

Core ideas from The Ethical Slut: consensual non-monogamy, clear agreements, jealousy skills, boundaries, safer sex, and communication.

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The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek – Summary & Key Lessons

A practical summary of The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek: learn the five principles—Just Cause, Trusting Teams, Worthy Rival, Existential Flexibility, and Courage to Lead—to build resilient, long-term organizations.

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The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive cover art

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer – Summary & Lessons

A practical summary of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer: slow down, set boundaries, and build a sustainable life of presence and purpose.

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Toxic Parents by Susan Forward – Summary & Key Lessons

Learn the core ideas and practical tools from Toxic Parents by Susan Forward: how to set boundaries, heal emotional wounds, and reclaim your life.

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How to Be Perfect by Michael Schur – Summary & Key Lessons

Explore the big ideas from How to Be Perfect by Michael Schur, a witty guide to everyday ethics inspired by The Good Place.

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I'm OK, You're OK cover art

I’m OK, You’re OK by Thomas A. Harris – Summary & Key Lessons

Explore Thomas A. Harris’s transactional analysis classic and learn how to shift from old scripts to Adult-led conversations with mutual respect.

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The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz – Summary & Key Lessons

Explore Ben Horowitz’s gritty guide to leading through the Struggle and learn how to manage crises, culture, and execution when no easy answers exist.

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What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast cover art

What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast – Summary & Key Lessons

Discover how Laura Vanderkam’s morning playbook helps you turn pre-breakfast hours into fuel for fitness, focus, and family momentum every day.

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Atomic Habits by James Clear – Complete Summary & Key Lessons

Discover the full summary and key takeaways from Atomic Habits by James Clear. Learn how small daily improvements can lead to remarkable long-term success.

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