Gold Mine

Books, documentaries and articles that make you think

Documentaries

Engaging films I wish had been recommended to me

  • Abstract

    Netflix

    An inspiring look at different artists' way of thinking and living

  • Bitter lake

    Adam Curtis

    A political documentary that explores the complexity of global events and the narratives that drive history

  • Hamilton's Pharmacopeia

    Hamilton Morris

    An investigative discovery not only about drugs and their effects on the body, but the historical cultures in which they have been used for centuries

  • The Century of the Self

    Adam Curtis

    A thought-provoking psychological documentary on how consumerism was created using the idea that people are led and can be controlled through their basic needs

  • Hypernormalisation

    Adam Curtis

    An important political documentary about how politicians use manipulation to control history-defining world events

  • In Shadow

    YouTube

    An eye-opening animation depicting our modern world

  • Attenborough's collections

    David Attenborough

    A showcase of our world's natural wonders and beauty in a quest to embrace our planet

  • EssentialJoseph Campbell and the Power of Myth

    Joseph Campbell & Bill Moyers

    A series of deep conversations exploring how mythology and storytellingshape our lives

Books

Books that changed how I think, or that I still return to.

  • Clear Thinking

    Shane Parrish

    A must read because it helps you master your reactions and think with purpose

    Comprehensive summary

  • EssentialVedanta Treatise

    A. Parthasarathy

    Parthasarathy's detailed account of Vedanta, especially its approach to thought, action, and self-knowledge.

    Comprehensive summary

  • Unscripted

    MJ Demarco

    Challenges conventional life paths and offers an alternative path to living life on your own terms

  • Outlive

    Peter Attia

    A deep dive into longevity and health, blending science with practical advice

  • Four Thousand Weeks

    Oliver Burkeman

    A different take on how to spend your time in a world of distractions and an endless quest for meaningless productivity

  • Lion Tracker's Guide to Life

    Boyd Varty

    An adventurous exploration of life lessons learned from tracking lions.

  • Unreasonable Hospitality

    Will Guidara

    Shows how going above and beyond in any service transforms good into unforgettable. It's hospitality as a mindset.

  • The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

    Mark Manson

    A counterintuitive approach to living a good life by caring less about things that don't matter

  • Tools of Titans

    Tim Ferris

    A compilation of tactics, routines, and habits from world-class performers.

  • Think on These Things

    Jiddu Krishnamurti

    Short talks on fear, learning, authority, and how we think.

  • Personal MBA

    Josh Kaufman

    A comprehensive review of essential life, psychology and business concepts and practices

  • Ikigai

    Justyn Barnes

    An easy-to-follow visual book on the Japanese perspective of finding joy and purpose in life

  • Sapiens

    Yuval Noah Harari

    An enlightening narrative of human history from prehistoric times to the modern era

  • What's Our Problem

    Tim Urban

    A unique, super spot on perspective that explains why humans act the way they do in an fun to read format

  • Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives

    David Eagleman

    40 short and imaginative stories about possible afterlives that make you think differently about life and what it means to be human

  • Awareness

    Anthony de Mello

    A deep book on awareness and happiness that's pretty harsh but in a good way

Articles

Articles packed with interesting ideas and insights