[Read5for5 📚] The "Big Rocks" of Life

"Bodily decay is gloomy in prospect, but of all human contemplations, the most abhorrent is a body without mind."

― Thomas Jefferson

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Hi friends,

This is Kei and Kazuki from Glasp 👋

We are excited to start Day 2 of the 5 Day Reading Challenge 📚✨ Here are three good articles we choose, so when you finish reading any of them or any article you want, share it on Twitter with the hashtag, "#read5for5"! Let's read good articles together and connect with like-minded people🤝

Today's Reading List 📚

(1) Curse of Knowledge: How to Be an Approachable Genius by Chris Meyer (4 mins)

• The Curse of Knowledge is a cognitive bias where knowledgeable individuals struggle to relate to those with less knowledge, leading to communication problems.

• Consequences include difficulty explaining concepts, breakdowns in communication, and trust issues.

• Solutions involve avoiding jargon, being open to questions, mentoring, and using effective learning methods like the Feynman Technique. Beginners can seek guidance from intermediates, known as "purple belts."

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(2) The "Big Rocks" of Life by Dr. Stephen R. Covey (2 mins)

• Dr. Stephen R. Covey demonstrated a lesson to business students using a jar, rocks, gravel, sand, and water, highlighting the importance of prioritizing major tasks.

• When asked if the jar was full after placing each layer (rocks, gravel, and sand), the students' perception changed, understanding that there's always room for more when things are done in the right order.

• The primary lesson of the illustration is that if one doesn't prioritize the most important things ('big rocks') in life first, there might not be space for them later.

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(3) How to Live on 24 Hours a Day: Arnold Bennett on Living a Meaningful Life Within the Constraints of Time by FS Blog (7 mins)

• Arnold Bennett's book "How to Live on 24 Hours a Day" addresses the challenge of making the best use of one's time and emphasizes the importance of valuing time over money.

• Bennett encourages readers to pursue their dreams, emphasizing that the act of trying and the journey itself are what truly matter in life.

• The book suggests practical steps for managing time, such as focusing on specific diversions, cultivating the mind, and exercising control over one's thoughts, ultimately promoting a more meaningful and intentional life.

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Excited to learn with you!
See you tomorrow again ;)

Best,
Glasp team

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