Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.

Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary

Less stuff. Fewer demands. Fewer obligations.Most people are too busy with things that don’t matter much. They major in minor things. They waste their money on stuff they don’t need, waste their time on trivial tasks that don’t matter, and waste their energy worrying about the opinions of people they don’t even like.

The Power of Less — Leo Babauta

A lack of sleep leads to brain fog, low energy, irritability, and forgetfulness.A few of the actionable sleep tips:<ul><li>Exercise more</li><li>Make your bedroom a sleep sanctuary</li><li>Put screens away at least 90 minutes before going to bed </li><li>Stop consuming caffeine after 15:00</li></ul>

Sleep Smarter — Shawn Stevenson

It is for anyone looking to improve their finances and build real wealth. You’ll see how the average millionaire truly thinks and acts — not how the media portraits them.<ul><li>80% of millionaires are first-generation self-made millionaires</li><li>Most don’t acquire any luxury items to show their status </li><li>Most live below their means so they can save and invest</li></ul>

The Millionaire Next Door — Thomas J. Stanley

It contains an incredible amount of wisdom on topics like wealth, health, mental strength, habits, and happiness. “You have power over your mind — not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”“The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.”“It is not death that a man should fear, but he should fear never beginning to live.”“Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself in your way of thinking.”

Meditations — Marcus Aurelius

The War of Art is one of the best books on defeating procrastination.“The more important a call or action is to our soul’s evolution, the more Resistance we will feel toward pursuing it.”“I write only when inspiration strikes. Fortunately, it strikes every morning at nine o’clock sharp.”“The amateur believes he must first overcome his fear; then he can do his work. The professional knows that fear can never be overcome."

The War of Art — Steven Pressfield

Books contain a wealth of knowledge, broaden our perspectives, and help us develop into wiser individuals. Reading is truly a shortcut to success since you can learn essential life lessons from the…