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Can “Deep Work” Help Me Learn French in 20 Days?

Rare Book Haul - Look What I Found!!! 📚🎉

Do I Read Multiple Books at the Same Time? 📚 🤔

Reading Won't Save You (According to Anna Karenina)

Have You Read Flowers for Algernon? You Should. (Here's Why)

How to Learn Hard Things

Is Euthyphro Worth Reading? A Guide to Plato’s Famous Dilemma 🤔

In this video, I dive into Plato's Euthyphro and explore its famous dilemma: Are moral laws good because God commands them, or does God command them because they are good? Reflecting on my time as a Mormon, I apply this question to one seemingly simple rule: Why can’t Mormons drink coffee? Join me as I philosophize through faith, culture, and coffee.
📚 Read the Euthyphro for free at: www.platonicfoundation.org/translation/euthyphro/
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - You're 1 of 4 People
2:02 - What is the Euthyphro by Plato?
4:50 - The Main Question
8:03 - Why The Euthyphro Happened
15:37 - Euthyphro's First Defense
20:08 - Euthyphro's Second Defense
25:45 - Conflicting Example from Mormonism
29:48 - Euthyphro's D...

Видео

Can “Deep Work” Help Me Learn French in 20 Days?

Просмотров 3,2 тыс.7 дней назад

I used the principles of Deep Work by Cal Newport to learn the French language!🇫🇷 🥖 In this video, I’ll explain what Deep Work is, why it’s so valuable for focused learning, and how I applied it to make meaningful progress in the language. If you’ve ever wanted to accomplish something challenging, this book might just change how you approach it. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - The Deep Work Goal 2:28 - The 20...

Rare Book Haul - Look What I Found!!! 📚🎉

Просмотров 60111 дней назад

Today's rare book haul was so much fun! I can't wait to show you what I found. Leave me a comment and let me know which book you think is the most interesting. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Where I went shopping 0:40 - Rare book 1 1:45 - Rare book 2 3:20 - Rare book 3 4:10 - Rare book 4 5:53 - Rare book 5 (My favorite find!) Thanks for watching! Until next time, read slowly - take notes - apply the ideas. I...

Do I Read Multiple Books at the Same Time? 📚 🤔

Просмотров 2 тыс.14 дней назад

Ever wondered if you can read multiple books at once without losing focus? In this video, I share my personal reading routine and answer a community question about balancing books for study, enjoyment, and discussion. Learn how to follow your curiosity, understand your limits as a reader, and build habits that keep you engaged in every book you pick up. You'll discover: * How I study non-fictio...

Reading Won't Save You (According to Anna Karenina)

Просмотров 52919 дней назад

In Anna Karenina, Leo Tolstoy makes a compelling case for why reading alone isn’t enough. Simply sitting in your reading room and devouring books might actually mean you’re missing the deeper purpose of reading altogether. In this video, I explore what Tolstoy meant, why the act of reading isn’t the end goal, and how some reading habits and goals might be doing more harm than good. Let’s rethin...

Have You Read Flowers for Algernon? You Should. (Here's Why)

Просмотров 58221 день назад

Flowers for Algernon is a book I believe everyone should read. In this episode, I discuss the major themes of the novel and why it became my favorite read of 2024. With Dr. Martin Jacobsen’s help, we examine the ethical and emotional questions the book raises and offer strategies for navigating its deeper ideas. If you're looking for a meaningful story that will leave a lasting impression, this...

How to Learn Hard Things

Просмотров 73024 дня назад

Let's talk about how to learn hard things. Maybe you're interested in acquiring a language, getting a degree in mathematics, or exploring a philosophical idea. Whatever you're thinking about, this quick chat will help you learn hard things. Chapters: 0:00 - Acquire (don't learn) knowledge 1:00 - It takes time 1:49 - Deep Work 3:46 - Shallow Work 4:05 - Your challenge IMPORTANT LINKS: * * * * * ...

Read Better Books

Просмотров 1,5 тыс.25 дней назад

I've been thinking a lot about the need to read better books. Let's talk about why that matters, and what it means to read better books. In today's fun little episode, I'll share a story about my kids and I'll give you a few books to get started with. Chapters: 0:00 - A Lesson from My Son 1:54 - Read Better Books 2:35 - The Intellectual Life 6:08 - The Denial of Death 10:23 - The Narrative of T...

The 5 Best Lessons I Learned from Four Thousand Weeks

Просмотров 68228 дней назад

I used to think time management was about fitting more into my day, but reading Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman completely shifted my perspective. In this episode, I share five key lessons I took from the book, explain why it's worth your time, and give practical ideas for applying its insights to your own life. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by productivity hacks or like you're racing ...

Why brain rot is a problem (and how I’m dealing with it)

Просмотров 2,6 тыс.Месяц назад

With my video editor out for the holidays, I thought I would flip on the iPhone and have a low key chat about brain rot. I like these casual conversations with a cup of coffee and a book. How about you? Anyway, let's talk about why brain rot has become a thing and how books can help us deal with the problem. Until next time, read slowly - take notes - apply the ideas. -Eddy Chapters: 0:00 - Let...

Reading Slowly Changes Everything📚🧠 #readingislife

Просмотров 608Месяц назад

A Simple Morning Routine That Fuels My Day

Просмотров 1,2 тыс.Месяц назад

I believe morning routines are meant for books, coffee, and quiet reflection. In this video, I’ll take you through my reading routine, where I enjoy a great book, take thoughtful notes, and make a cup of coffee I truly love. Starting the day like this sets the tone for everything else. Chapters: 0:00 - Why morning routines work 0:26 - Reading 0:57 - Coffee 1:52 - Take notes 2:30 - Writing 3:12 ...

Can You READ FAST and Still Enjoy the Book? Let's Test It!

Просмотров 425Месяц назад

What's your reading speed and why does it matter? In this video, I explore the benefits of reading slowly-specifically at 143 words per minute. I'll show you how to calculate your reading speed, explain why slowing down has deepened my understanding of philosophy and non-fiction, and share examples of how speed-reading can hinder both comprehension and enjoyment. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Fast Reading s...

2025 Reading Goals ⏳📚

Просмотров 702Месяц назад

Reading goals for 2025 comes down to two strategies: time or pages. I enjoy reading for a specific amount of time rather than a certain number of pages. Instead of hitting a page count, I can slow down and focus on comprehension and enjoyment. What are your thoughts?#ReadingGoals #TimeManagement #ReadingCommunity #BookLovers #SlowReading #MindfulReading #Comprehension #LiteraryJourney #FocusOnQ...

Think Smarter: Michael Huemer's Guide to Critical Thinking

Просмотров 1 тыс.Месяц назад

Want to think smarter and level up your critical thinking? This week, I sat down with Dr. Michael Huemer-a philosopher, author, and professor who tackles the toughest intellectual questions out there. We dive into everything from confirmation bias and Moore's Paradox to the big ideas in his latest book, Progressive Myths. Michael breaks down practical strategies for evaluating ideas clearly (an...

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