Recommend your favorite books. I look forward to reading them.
Recommend some must-read literature
Recommend your favorite books. I look forward to reading them.
You won't like what I read; I read mostly non fiction books, biographies and psychology books.
I'm reading Quiet, a book on introverts, by Susan Cain, now.
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Dual type(as per tcaudilllg)
Enneagram 5 (wings either 4 or 6)?
I'm constantly looking to align the real with the ideal.I've been more oriented toward being overly idealistic by expecting the real to match the ideal. My thinking side is dominent. The result is that sometimes I can be overly impersonal or self-centered in my approach, not being understanding of others in the process and simply thinking "you should do this" or "everyone should follor this rule"..."regardless of how they feel or where they're coming from"which just isn't a good attitude to have. It is a way, though, to give oneself an artificial sense of self-justification. LSE
Best description of functions:
http://socionicsstudy.blogspot.com/2...functions.html
The State by Plato, Terry Pratchett's Discworld series, The Little Prince, Tao Teh Ching.
“I tell you, freedom and human rights in America are doomed. The U.S. government will lead the American people in — and the West in general — into an unbearable hell and a choking life. - Osama bin Laden
Terry Pratchett has been recommended to me by a friend.Originally Posted by Aquagraph
Which book should I start with?
Basically anything from the Discworld series. The quality is pretty stable from one book to the other.
“I tell you, freedom and human rights in America are doomed. The U.S. government will lead the American people in — and the West in general — into an unbearable hell and a choking life. - Osama bin Laden
If I could only ever recommend one book, now or forever, I'd recommend "The Magic of Thinking Big" by David Schwartz. By far better than any book I had to read growing up for school, through college, etc. I know some people may think I'm gung-ho about success principles. But truly, if you want a better life, in whatever you do, want to be more successful, however you define success, I recommend that book. In particular, Chapters 2, 12, and 13 will push your mindset way ahead of your peers.
Damn I was gonna recommend The little Prince too! haha. One of the most amazing books I have reread for a long time.
I read an interesting book by Louisa May Alcott called A long fatal love chase. It's very interesting. It's part of the Gothic Romanticism Era literature. I like Anne Rice. She proves you don't need to be born in an era in order to belong to it. She is mistress of Gothic Romanticism. It's one of my favorite eras..age of enlightenment following after.
Gosh there are lot's to think of.... Aristotle's Metaphysics... George Orwell, Marcel Proust (Incredible work.... just incredible) H.G Wells and Jules Verne. Interesting connections between the latter twos work.
Carl Sagan, Richard Feynman and Stephen Hawking's books are amazing! If you are interested in those subjects.
What do you like to read?
+1 to Carl Sagan. Joseph Campbell is a treat as well.
But, for a certainty, back then,
We loved so many, yet hated so much,
We hurt others and were hurt ourselves...
Yet even then, we ran like the wind,
Whilst our laughter echoed,
Under cerulean skies...
Joseph Campbell is amazing! Oh the things he can do to your soul...
I have personally never read The Illustrated Man. I'll take that recommendation too Gilly. Sounds wonderful. Thanks!
Wow, this is like perfect!
Moonlight will fall
Winter will end
Harvest will come
Your heart will mend
Strange that you found them all attractive options. It's not like there's a clear red line between them. I get the feeling that you and I have nice share of similarities.
“I tell you, freedom and human rights in America are doomed. The U.S. government will lead the American people in — and the West in general — into an unbearable hell and a choking life. - Osama bin Laden
The Perks of being a wall flower is very much a Ni book. I would advocate it to anyone.
Novel wise - I like Odd Thomas, the ending was gut-wrenching.
Philosophically - The Tao Te Ching, the tao of physics. The latter has a nice way of connecting the eastern mysticism's and by a small leap, the western religions as well.
That sounds interesting. How is it going?
Oh really? Distasteful to your liking? Good for you and your opinion.
Why wouldn't you want to 'get ahead'? You're not a 'everybody should be equal' socialist, are you, Parkster?
By the way, "Last edited by Parkster; Today at 02:56 AM." I saw what your originally posted. Why you felt the need to change your post to something more insulting, 2 hours later at night, is beyond me. But yes, it teaches integrity too.
I believe it qualifies as a "book" and fits the context of this thread. Perhaps if you read it, FDG, you'd understand why I recommend it.
Did you take offense at that, MD? Would you rather have me lie and tell you I like/agree with it? Maybe you would prefer if I kept every negative thing to myself.
No, but there are certain aspects of humanity in which I do regard and do my best to treat everyone as equals. Some people have called me libertarian in the past, even though I do not subscribe to any particular philosophy.
And it isn't about "wanting" (or not wanting) to get ahead, it's about the concept of thinking about life as a horse race that goes against some of my values.
Okay.
I didn't feel the need to change my post to something more insulting, so back off with your assumptions. I returned to the forum, read the post, and thought of something that better reflects how I felt about you said. I didn't think about it in terms of whether and/or how much insulting it is going to be received as. Emotional connotations are something I rarely ever think about (consider) when writing or talking to people. What matters to me the most is to be truthful and accurate in depicting my views/opinions/feelings/etc. If you* get insulted in the process, I don't care. If you think I said something with the intent to insult you, you're probably wrong. And if you insist on thinking I intentionally insulted you after I tell you I didn't, you're a douche.
Good.
*impersonal "you"
“Whether we fall by ambition, blood, or lust, like diamonds we are cut with our own dust.”
Ups to k0rp
Anything by Herman Hesse. A prophet if there ever was one, and one of the most brilliant storytellers in our history.
But, for a certainty, back then,
We loved so many, yet hated so much,
We hurt others and were hurt ourselves...
Yet even then, we ran like the wind,
Whilst our laughter echoed,
Under cerulean skies...
I'd rather you control what you say. I'll simply quote the great Lou Holtz on this one: "Don't tell your problems to people: eighty percent don't care; and the other twenty percent are glad you have them."
Yes, I believe in some aspects we are all equal. I believe people can put themselves in a position to win, however.
*edit* I just removed my first answer, perhaps it could be viewed as offensive. Mind if I ask, Parkster, are you independent, working and paying all your bills, rent etc., have your own place? Your not wanting the world to be a 'horse race' just makes me feel like you're not independent yet, or experienced what it's like.
lol, wat?
Obsequium amicos, veritas odium parit
I don't think the world should be a horse race either.
Hmm two books I've read lately both coincidentally are set during the Holocaust: Sarah's Key and The Book Thief. Both very good.
It ain't what you don't know that gets you into trouble. It's what you know for sure that just ain't so.-Mark Twain
You can't wake a person who is pretending to be asleep.
Wow, you're a douche.
I mean, it's not like I LIKE hearing my girlfriend and friends and people on the forum bitch, it sucks and brings negative energy, but as long as it's not excessive, it's a very healthy practice to vent frustrations and negative feelings. Not doing so is a recipe for nothing but self-hatred, anxiety, and emotional isolationism.
Lol wow, you presumptuous ass. I actually don't get along with Parkster but I have to stand up for him on this one.I just removed my first answer, perhaps it could be viewed as offensive. Mind if I ask, Parkster, are you independent, working and paying all your bills, rent etc., have your own place? Your not wanting the world to be a 'horse race' just makes me feel like you're not independent yet, or experienced what it's like.
You, my friend, are a relic of the 1950s and what was once again reflected in the 1980s: sterile American success-idealizing who's-the-best-ant mentality and it's rather pathetic. In fact I personally find it repugnant. I can see it in your face in your avatar; you have the glazed look of someone who has been seduced to believe that he will be happy or get what he's looking for as long as he follows a certain formula. It's a lie and it will make you die unhappy and emotionally alone, whether you wind up in an expensive high-rise condo or a bougie mansion with 4 kids. Prescribing a "recipe for success" is what institutions like religions are based upon: setting false expectations in order to encourage compliance and subservience. These values are promoted by the wealthy or those in positions of power or influence to make people feel as though their hamster wheel is going somewhere. You are being jerked around by your dick and I hope you realize it before you wind up with an even emptier look in your eye in exchange for a full bank account.
But, for a certainty, back then,
We loved so many, yet hated so much,
We hurt others and were hurt ourselves...
Yet even then, we ran like the wind,
Whilst our laughter echoed,
Under cerulean skies...
If you want to read the most poignant short stories you'll ever encounter, read The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury. Absolute genius.
But, for a certainty, back then,
We loved so many, yet hated so much,
We hurt others and were hurt ourselves...
Yet even then, we ran like the wind,
Whilst our laughter echoed,
Under cerulean skies...
I can understand where you're coming from. I thought the quote was rough the first time I heard it, but then I realized, anytime you vent to get out negative, it's only a short-term relief. It creates a bad cycle of needing to vent to feel better. It's tough to hold back at first, but when you can overcome your problems on your own, you become more confident and more independent. I don't feel the need to vent anymore about anything, I'm quite relaxed. I feel bad for others who still *need* to vent to overcome, sorry that they haven't discovered peace of mind yet.
I asked him a question to confirm my suspicion. I left the door open to being wrong, so I didn't just "presume" I was correct.
I believe in empowerment, not 'compliance and subservience' which you "presume". In fact, I stand against people feeling like a 'hamster' or running the 'rat race' in life, I encourage people to think and take control of their lives. Any time you change, or step outside your comfort zone, it can be uncomfortable, Gilly. I'm going somewhere in my life, going to be successful financially, emotionally, spiritually, personally, etc., and would like others to come along. But hey, you're entitled to live your life however you want, and if you want to stand on the sidelines and criticize how I pursue my goals, you're more than welcome to.
I fully agree. Institutions like the church or the state set up lifestyle ideals in the name of "society" and tell you how to achieve them. However, they always profit themselves from your hard work to reach the said goal. You're better off if you question those ideals seriously and think about if that's what you really want.
„Man can do what he wants but he cannot want what he wants.“
– Arthur Schopenhauer
I still think you're a dipshit, but kudos for being honest. And realistic.
“Whether we fall by ambition, blood, or lust, like diamonds we are cut with our own dust.”
I'm sure there's a street beggar in Somalia who knows that, and I bet he never heard of Lou Holtz.
But I don't understand why you would quote something completely irrelevant to our discussion. I didn't share a problem with you, I expressed disagreement/dislike.
Win what?
Perhaps...
No comment...
But here's a question. Do you, MD, as independent and ahead in life as you are, need "greats" like this Lou Hooever to tell you how much people care about your problems and how to act upon them? Aren't you capable of learning these things by yourself/from your own experience?
Last edited by Park; 02-21-2012 at 12:06 PM. Reason: slight correction
“Whether we fall by ambition, blood, or lust, like diamonds we are cut with our own dust.”
I can't teach calculus to someone who doesn't know algebra. I'm sorry, but explaining this isn't worth my time. You'll learn in due time anyway, as you go through life.
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