Here’s a look back at what I read in 2019 that I took much from. Each book has in some way allowed me to more deeply understand myself or the world around me. In no particular order:
1) The world until yesterday by Jared Diamond: Brilliant insights into traditional, small scale societies (both hunter gatherer and agricultural) and what we in modernity can learn from them.
2) Alchemy by Rory Sutherland: A tale of how modern corporate thinking stifles creativity and authenticity, along with ideas for how we may overcome these problems.
3) The gift of therapy by Irvin Yalom: Drawing on decades of practice, this book is packed with practical ideas and vignettes – a must read for anyone in the coaching, counselling and therapy fields.
4) In my own way by Alan Watts (1915 – 73): Finally got around to the autobiography of a man whose wisdom has influenced my own spirituality greatly. A beautiful book.
5) The enigma of reason by Hugo Mercier and Dan Sperber: A fascinating look at the evolutionary role of human reason and how we may not be as “irrational” as the field of psychology makes out humankind to be. A bit dense, but definitely worth the read.
6) Anti-fragile by Nassim Taleb: My year is never complete without re-reading some, or all of, this phenomenal work. Applicable to both business and life equally!
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Harsha is an executive and life coach based in London. He empowers people to find more clarity, confidence and focus in their lives. Find out more about Harsha’s work.
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