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Your brain is lying to you — and Nobel Prize-winning psychologist Daniel Kahneman can prove it. In this episode-by-episode deep dive into one of the most influential books of the 21st century, we unpack Kahneman's groundbreaking framework of two competing systems driving every thought, decision, and judgment you make. System 1 is fast, instinctive, and emotional — System 2 is slower, more deli...

How to win friends and Influence People- Dale Carnegie

ഡോപ്പമിൻ ഡോസ് മുതൽ ഡിജിറ്റൽ ഡീറ്റോക്സ് വരെ- Part 2 interview with Dr Manu Melwin Joy

Dr. Manu Melwin Joy is currently working as Assistant Professor at School of Management Studies, CUSAT. He has published 51 research papers in reputed International Journals and Conference Proceedings. Apart from publishing articles in accredited journals, he has authored seven books with the most recent one titled "PLAYBOUR - Gamification for employee engagement". Dr. Manu was honoured...

Ikigai is a Japanese concept that means “a reason for being.” 🌱 It sits at the intersection of what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be rewarded for. Discovering your Ikigai helps bring clarity, purpose, and long-term fulfillment to both life and work. Research shows that living with a strong sense of purpose is linked to better mental health, resilience, and...

📘 The Power of Regret – (Malayalam)നാം എല്ലാവരും ജീവിതത്തിൽ ഒരിക്കൽങ്കിലും അനുഭവിക്കുന്ന വികാരമാണ് പശ്ചാത്താപം.പലരും അതിനെ ഒരു ദുർബലതയായി കാണുന്നു…പക്ഷേ ഈ പുസ്തകം പറയുന്നു — പശ്ചാത്താപം ഒരു ശക്തിയാണ്.The Power of Regret നമ്മൾ ഒഴിവാക്കാൻ ശ്രമിക്കുന്ന ആ വികാരത്തെഒരു വഴികാട്ടിയായി, ജീവിതം മാറ്റുന്ന ഉപകരണമായി മാറ്റുന്നു.നഷ്ടമായ അവസരങ്ങൾ, എടുത്ത തെറ്റായ തീരുമാനങ്ങൾ,“അന്ന് അങ്ങനെ ചെയ്തിരുന്നെങ്കിൽ…” എന...

Don’t Believe Everything You Think | Book Insights | The Inspired PodcastWhat if your thoughts are not always telling you the truth? In this episode of The Inspired Podcast, we dive deep into the powerful book “Don’t Believe Everything You Think”, a simple yet life-changing reminder that most of our stress, fear, and self-doubt comes from believing our thoughts without questioning them. This book...

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown is a powerful guide to living and working with clarity, focus, and purpose in a world overloaded with distractions. The core idea of the book is simple yet transformative: instead of trying to do more, learn to do less but better . McKeown challenges the modern belief that success comes from saying yes to everything and shows how this m...

🔥 Why You MUST Step Into Discomfort | The Comfort Crisis – Full Breakdown (Malayalam)We live in a world designed for comfort…But what if comfort is slowly killing our focus, resilience, and inner strength? In this episode, Syam & Lijin dive deep into Michael Easter’s bestselling book The Comfort Crisis — a powerful exploration of why humans are becoming weaker, more distracted, and less fulfi...

Laziness Doesn’t Exist” – The Inspired Folks 🔥What if everything you believed about laziness… was a lie? In this episode, we break down one of the most eye-opening books of our time — Laziness Does Not Exist by Dr. Devon Price — and explore why what we call “laziness” is often exhaustion, overwhelm, fear, and unmet human needs.🎯 What you'll learn in this review:– The shocking truth behind th...

🔥 Why You MUST Step Into Discomfort | The Comfort Crisis – Full Breakdown (Malayalam)We live in a world designed for comfort…But what if comfort is slowly killing our focus, resilience, and inner strength? In this episode, Syam & Lijin dive deep into Michael Easter’s bestselling book The Comfort Crisis — a powerful exploration of why humans are becoming weaker, more distracted, and less fulfi...

Every obstacle hides an opportunity — if you know how to see it. In this powerful episode, Syam Mohan, Lijin, and Rashid dive deep into Ryan Holiday’s classic, “The Obstacle Is the Way,” exploring how ancient Stoic wisdom can transform your biggest challenges into stepping stones for success.🔹 Learn how to face failure with strength and calm.🔹 Discover real-life examples of leaders who turned se...

Why YOU Must Become Indispensable in 2025Are you replaceable? Or are you a linchpin — someone who brings creativity, emotional labour, excellence, and initiative to every part of life? In this video, I dive deep into Seth Godin’s transformational book Linchpin and break down the mindset shifts, practical frameworks, and powerful ideas that can help you:✔️ Stand out in your career✔️ Build emotional...

The Shallows – What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains | Book Summary & Key InsightsIs the internet making us smarter — or just more distracted? 💭In The Shallows, Nicholas Carr explores how our constant connection to screens, notifications, and endless information is reshaping the way we think, read, and remember. In this video, I dive into the key ideas from The Shallows — how technology af...

Same as EverIn a world that’s changing faster than ever, some things remain the same — our emotions, memories, dreams, and the stories that shape us. “Same as Ever” (അതേപോലെ തന്നെ) is a Malayalam podcast that reflects on the unchanging truths of life — love, time, connection, and purpose. Each episode brings heartfelt conversations, thoughtful reflections, and relatable stories that remind us how...

🎙️ The Inspired Folks | Lijin & Syam Talk About The Shallows by Nicholas CarrWhat is the internet doing to our brains? 💻🧠In this thought-provoking episode of The Inspired Folks, Lijin and Syam dive deep into Nicholas Carr’s bestselling book The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains. Together, they unpack how constant connectivity is reshaping our ability to focus, think deeply,...

🚀 The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz is one of the most influential self-help books ever written, teaching you how to think bigger, act bolder, and achieve greater success in life and business. In this video, we explore the most powerful lessons from the book, including:✅ How to develop unshakable confidence and overcome fear✅ Why mindset is more important than intelligence or talen...

✌️In this episode, Lijin and Syam deep dive into The War of Art — a book that reveals why we never start the things we dream about. Is it laziness? Lack of motivation? Or something much deeper? Join us as we unpack Steven Pressfield’s powerful insights on Resistance, creativity, fear, and discipline.🎙️ Discover why the real battle isn’t outside — it’s inside you. If you’ve ever felt stuck, distrac...

Okay, assuming you're referring to Ryan Holiday's book "Ego is the Enemy," here's a description:Ryan Holiday's "Ego is the Enemy" is a compelling exploration of how our ego can be the primary obstacle to success, happiness, and self-improvement. Drawing on a vast array of historical figures, philosophical insights, and cautionary tales, Holiday argues that ego i...