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For some reason this book took me a long time to finish, I think that maybe I was avoiding it because I felt guilty I wasn't creating any new healthy habits while I was reading it. But I did finish it and I can say it deserves all the praise it's got so far. James Clear was able to structure a simple yet powerful process for us to implement new habits, and to help us understand how and why habits impact our lives in weather good or bad. I've definitely included into my life some of the tools and practices he described here. I recommend anyone to read this book along with “The Slight Edge” by Jeff Olson for a powerful combination.

A little but profound book about a boy's journey to self discovery and meaning, seeing him living through different phases of life all the way to old age. What I learned from Siddhartha is this: Whatever I'm going through life, in every situation, in every suffering, there's always something to learn, as long as I stay open and present. Also, an old and known truism driven home, riches and luxuries don't bring meaning to our lives. However, I think sometimes we have to toil, suffer, despair and make mistakes in order to clearly see this. Another thing, maybe we need to stop looking so much in order to see that what we look for is staring us in the face.

An interesting short read giving us light into the mindset of German soldiers during the Normandy invasion, recommended read for WWII history enthusiasts.

I enjoyed this book, the recount of the story prior to the end of the roman Republic is full of intrigue and magnificent characters. I found it very interesting.

This was an eye opening book and from my standards an excellent one compared to other negotiation books I've read. the main difference with others is the wealth of practical, synthesized examples from years' worth of high stakes, life or death negotiation experience. Above all human nature is key in this topic, and emotion is what ultimately drives our decisions. Chris Voss connects these truths to actionable yet simple tactics and a framework that I am completely sure will help any of us if applied. Definitely a stand out book.

OK, this was a massive book. Took me a long while to finish it, however I have to say the author did an outstanding work, this was one of most thorough biography works I've read. A deep investigation into the many sides of Rockefeller's life; private, family, business. From a look into his upbringing all through his descendants' lives. I learned a lot about this man's life, the bad and the good.

Excellent work by Ron Chernow, for anyone interested in the life of John D. Rockefeller, the man that changed the world in industry, philanthropy, and built the biggest fortune in history by his time; this is the definitive one.

I first read Meditations in 2015. I really liked it and was awed at how the ideas written by Marcus Aurelius two millennia ago, felt so true and on point in our times.

On this second reading though, almost five years later, and after so many things have changed in my life since then; I've come to truly appreciate the wisdom of Aurelius. He's showed me how we are not so different, a Roman Emperor and the most powerful man on earth at the time and me, just an ordinary man two thousand years later. There were so many passages I highlighted and notes I made on the margins and in between blank spaces in my hardcover edition. Really contemplating the ideas he wrote to himself and sometimes being struck at how much his words resonated. Without any doubt in my mind, an outstanding and inspiring man. I will definitely be returning many times to my copy of this book (Hays translation), to center myself as I continue to find my way in this chaotic life and strive to be a better man, just like Marcus Aurelius did.

I liked this book, it surely had its exciting moments. Nevertheless, I felt it was too slow to build up the emotion and connection to the story. I struggled to maintain my interest during the first half of the book at least (it felt like years), although it quickly grew during the final chapters. I guess I was expecting too much of it reading all the 5 star reviews? I certainly enjoyed the wit of Locke and his friends during the story, but I just could't get the same sense of anticipation as I have felt with other characters in fantasy novels.

This book was brutal, brutal.... But one of the most thought and emotion provoking books I've read, a masterpiece.

Remember Hurbinek...

The last book I read during this year (2015) and the one with the most impact on me. A long time since a book made me think, feel and reflect so deeply on life. Truly a a masterpiece and a gem of a book!

I honestly didn't know I was going to like this book that much, but I'm glad I picked it up. It made me remember, to turn the page when it needs be, and keep on living. The audio version is great. Recommended.

I really liked Dr. Jandial's easy and direct way of describing some of the latest discoveries about brain health. Some good practical tips on how to improve and maintain our health in this important area, coming from someone with a pretty solid background and life-long experience to know what he is talking about. Not the definitive work on brain health, but again, an easy and well structured read which makes it useful and practical for everyone.

Excelente lección en negociaciones y el uso de herramientas/métodos para lograr buenos resultados. Muy recomendado!