Top 10 Nonfiction Books I Read in 2022
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Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow
This book could be the most impactful book I have ever read on the way I look at the world and its future. Balancing curiosity, skepticism, and an open mind, Harari's in-depth analysis and arguments opened my mind to new provocative ideas, that left me pondering after each page, each chapter, and even a year later, I still think about the ideas and predictions made in this book.
" People are usually afraid of change because they fear the unknown. But the single greatest constant of history is that everything changes. " - Yuval Noah Harari
Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of humanity, the evolution of society, and the potential trajectories of technology and science. It’s a thought-provoking exploration that challenges our preconceived notions and urges us to contemplate the profound possibilities ahead.
Die with Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life
For the majority of my life, I viewed my success in terms of how hard I worked equaling the size of my safety net. I didn't go on typical "vacations"; instead, I went camping or chose the cheapest or free activities. I didn't buy nice things. After a year of reading, especially Die With Zero, I realized that my thinking was flawed.
" In other words, to get the most out of your time and money, timing matters. So to increase your overall lifetime fulfillment, it’s important to have each experience at the right age. " - Bill Perkins
Die With Zero is about creating what I think of as "Bucket Lists" for each period of your life, with guidelines on what to include. This approach helps you maximize your "Memory Dividends" (learn more by reading the book) and gives you something meaningful to work towards.
I can't say this book is "for everyone," but I do think everyone will find value in it, and it is absolutely worth a read.
