The ultimate form of preparation is not planning for a specific scenario, but a mindset that can handle uncertainty. - James Clear

Books are more likely to change minds than conversations.

There is too much happening internally during conversation:

Did that sound stupid?
What do they think of me?
Will I lose the friendship over this opinion?

Books can let you chew on an idea without social risk.

There are many recipes for success. There is no single way to win. But nearly all recipes include two ingredients: curiosity and drive.

When you lose track of time, you are either living your best life or wasting it.