If you’re struggling to find motivation to learn, or to accomplish anything else in your life, there is a good chance you haven’t uncovered the why o… - Jim Kwik

The purpose of my life had always been to free people from concern. . . . How will you serve the world? What do they need that your talent can provide? That’s all you have to figure out. . . . The effect you have on others is the most valuable currency there is. Everything you gain in life will rot and fall apart, and all that will be left of you is what was in your heart.

Once you’re clear on your goals, take an active approach to note-taking. Listen with the intention of getting exactly what you need,

Daniel J. Levitin in his book, The Organized Mind: Thinking Straight in the Age of Information Overload.