Orwell saw, to his credit, that the act of falsifying reality is only secondarily a way of changing perceptions. It is, above all, a way of asserting power.”— The New Yorker

Making a difference in the lives of other people can give you a sense of purpose. Even in small ways, being of service can give your life meaning. 53. Your words have power. For more than two thousand years, The Art of War has stood as a cornerstone of Chinese culture-a lucid epigrammatic text that reveals as much about human psychology, politics, and economics as it does about battlefield strategy. The influence of Sun-tzu's text has grown tremendously in the West in recent years, with military leaders, politicians, and corporate executives alike finding valuable insight in these ancient words. In his crisp, accessible new translation, scholar John Minford brings this seminal work to life for modern readers. For One More Day is the story of a mother and a son, and a relationship that covers a lifetime and beyond. It explores the question: What would you do if you could spend one more day with a lost loved one?It’s best to nurture the relationships you have with people you care about. Tell them how much you appreciate them while you still can. 71. Do not wait for retirement to do something for yourself.

An open mind makes for a smooth-sailing life. It removes your need to control the outcome of any conversation or situation. In short, you will gain inner peace. 63. Challenge yourself. In Quiet, Susan Cain argues that we dramatically undervalue introverts and shows how much we lose in doing so. She charts the rise of the Extrovert Ideal throughout the twentieth century and explores how deeply it has come to permeate our culture. She also introduces us to successful introverts—from a witty, high-octane public speaker who recharges in solitude after his talks, to a record-breaking salesman who quietly taps into the power of questions. Passionately argued, superbly researched, and filled with indelible stories of real people, Quiet has the power to permanently change how we see introverts and, equally important, how they see themselves. Regain the value of having an opinion by writing down at least 5 ideas you have every day. 66. Expectations and biases will stifle your gifts if you allow them. In The Power of Habit, award-winning New York Times business reporter Charles Duhigg takes us to the thrilling edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed. With penetrating intelligence and an ability to distill vast amounts of information into engrossing narratives, Duhigg brings to life a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential for transformation.Two are mice named Sniff and Scurry. And two are "Littlepeople"—beings the size of mice who look and act a lot like people. Their names are Hem and Haw. And the "Maze" is where you look for what you want—the organization you work in, or the family or community you live in. Simon Sinek starts with the question, "why are some people and organizations more innovative, more influential, and more profitable than others?" His book, Start With Why is the answer to this question.