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Good Books Gone Bad: 75 Actionable Insights That Will Change The Way You Think by Shubham K. Singh | Book review

Book review:
"Good Books Gone Bad" is a key to unlocking the door to a life of fulfilment and meaningful change. It is our guide to unleash the power of thought and action for lasting transformation. 

The book explores the power of thinking and how it has deep impacts on our personality and nature. Our thoughts are the architects of our reality, shaping our perceptions, emotions, actions, and overall well-being. They hold within them the key to unlocking our full potential and living a more meaningful life. 

Though Ancient wisdom, exemplified by the teachings of Buddha, offers profound insights into the significance of our thoughts. The author has meticulously penned the 75 actionable insights in five parts that help in changing one's perspective and way of living. His deep research about the topic and systematic presentation of insights helps in deep inculcation of these principles that have a lasting impact.

Quotes from the book that touched me a lot:
💧 “Life is long if you know how to use it.”
💧 “One moment can change a day, one day can change a life and one life can change the world.” - Buddha
💧 “Change is hard at first, messy in the middle and gorgeous at the end.”

Overall, the book helps in not to  waste our time and energy trying to impress others with our work or social connections. But instead guides in how to truly be yourself, focus on your unwavering quest for truth, free from the opinions and feelings of others. Highly recommended. 

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