Discovering what makes us human, exploring important life hacks, and "how to be", whilst highlighting the most important intersectional nonfiction books our there. The How To Be...Books Podcast looks at improving mental health and wellbeing, as well as creating social change through reading and interviewing mind-blowing authors. Have you ever thought why is it that my friends, colleagues, and acquaintances can do so much more than me? Well if you have, you're not alone. From confidence, pers ...
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How to achieve clarity with author Jamie Smart
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Our minds work best when they feel clear, but it's surprising how many things can get in the way - something that Clarity author Jamie Smart knows a lot about. He spoke to the "How To Be Books Podcast" for the final episode of the season. Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I…
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How to process grief with Totally Fine author Tiffany Philippou
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People who have recently experienced the loss of a loved one or any kind of grief, often struggle to process this new reality, as Totally Fine author Tiffany Philippou explained to us on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to jour…
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Taking shame out of female anatomy with Vagina Obscura author Rachel E. Gross
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The sense of shame surrounding female anatomy is a complex and deeply rooted social and cultural issue that has evolved over centuries, which is what Vagina Obscura author Rachel E. Gross discussed with us on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. …
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Extraordinary life lessons with Climb Your Mountain author Sir Ranulph Fiennes
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Life is a remarkable adventure filled with highs, lows, and lessons, and fully accepting its every aspect can be tough, which is an important subject we discussed with legendary explorer and Climb Your Mountain author Sir Ranulph Fiennes on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change…
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How the law works - Unlawful Killings author Wendy Joseph KC
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The legal system is a complex and multifaceted institution that plays a fundamental role in maintaining order and justice in society, which Unlawful Killings author Her Honour Wendy Joseph KC knows a lot about and spoke to us on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Trigger warning: This episode contains themes related to homicide, physical, sexual, and c…
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How to talk about death - With The End in Mind author Dr Kathryn Mannix
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We talk about death for various reasons, and the way we discuss it can depend on cultural, social, and personal factors, which is what With The End in Mind author Dr Kathryn Mannix told us at "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to jou…
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How the climate crisis affects the most vulnerable - Intersectional Environmentalist author Leah Thomas
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Climate change is considered an intersectional issue because it intersects with and exacerbates various social, economic, and environmental challenges, disproportionately affecting different communities and groups of people, which is what we spoke about with The Intersectional Environmentalist author Leah Thomas on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Pl…
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BLM and protests in a neoliberal system - Invisible Weapons author Marcus Board Jr
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Trigger Warning: this episode contains racism and police violence As the world increasingly succumbs to the influence of a dystopian global order that views the neoliberal and capitalist market as the ultimate judge of all human interactions, an increasing number of individuals are becoming inclined to resist, an area which we speak about with Invi…
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What interconnected means - IntraConnected author Dan Siegel M.D.
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Being interconnected binds us to one another and all living beings, which can enhance our quality of life and foster collaborative efforts to establish conditions conducive to the well-being of all - a factor discussed with IntraConnected author Dr Daniel J. Siegel on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on l…
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Why appreciating nature is important - Rewild Yourself author Simon Barnes
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Appreciating the nature around us involves developing a mindful and deep connection with the natural world, which is what we spoke about with Rewild Yourself author Simon Barnes on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying…
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Why there is a health gap - Rebel Bodies author Sarah Graham
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Health inequalities and gaps are avoidable, unfair and systematic differences in health between different groups of people, which is what we talked about with Rebel Bodies author Sarah Graham on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward…
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Why we fear money - Women Talk Money editor Rebecca Walker
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The fear of talking about money is a complex phenomenon influenced by various psychological, cultural, and societal factors, as discussed with prominent writer, activist and editor of Women Talk Money, Rebecca Walker on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short …
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How we amplify marginalised voices - with Haramacy editor Zahed Sultan
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Ensuring that we amplify marginalised voices is essential for promoting inclusivity, diversity, and social progress, which is something we talk about with Haramacy editor Zahed Sultan on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to jour…
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How to reconcile faith and LGBTQ+ identity - with Hijab Butch Blues author Lamya H
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Reconciling faith and LGBTQIA+ identity can be a complex and personal journey, as it involves navigating both religious beliefs and personal understanding of one's identity, which is what we spoke about with Hijab Butch Blues author Lamya H on the "How To Be Books Podcast." Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social cha…
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How to say no - with The Joy of Saying No author Natalie Lue
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Being able to say no to people can be difficult for several reasons, and it often varies from person to person, hence we spoke to The Joy of Saying No author Natalie Lue to get some advice on the "How To Be Books Podcast". Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to…
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How to be effortlessly confident - with Happy High Status author Viv Groskop
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Charisma, effortless confidence, and being self-assured can complement each other, but they can also exist independently, which is what we discussed with Happy High Status author Viv Groskop on the "How To Be Books Podcast". Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward …
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The effects of heartbreak - with Notes on Heartbreak author Annie Lord
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Heartbreak, the emotional pain and distress caused by the loss or ending of a romantic relationship, can have various effects on individuals, which is what we spoke about with Notes on Heartbreak author and Vogue columnist Annie Lord on the "How To Be Books Podcast". Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It…
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Does the internet make us disconnected - Is This OK? author Harriet Gibsone
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The impact of the internet on human connection is a complex and debated topic - the feeling of being disconnected is something we discuss with Is This OK? author Harriet Gibsone on the "How To Be Books Podcast". Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying…
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What is perfectionism - The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control author Katherine Morgan Schafler
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Perfectionism is a complex mindset and behaviour that can be influenced by various factors, which is why we spoke to psychotherapist and The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control author Katherine Morgan Schafler on the "How To Be Books Podcast". Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and…
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What is the meaning of patriarchy - with The Patriarchs author Angela Saini
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Patriarchy is a system of social organisation in which men hold the power and women are largely excluded from it, which is the discussion we have award-winning science journalist Angela Saini on her new book The Patriarchs: How Men Came to Rule on the "How To Be Books Podcast". Patriarchy can be seen in all aspects of society, from the family to th…
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Why children should learn the truth - Stolen History author Sathnam Sanghera
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History helps us understand how the world came to be the way it is today, which is why children should learn about the past - a conversation I had with Stolen History: The Truth About the British Empire and How it Shaped Us author Sathnam Sanghera on the "How To Be Books Podcast". By learning about the past, we can better understand the present and…
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Why protest is important - with Pessimism is for Lightweights poet Salena Godden
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Protest is an invaluable way to speak truth to power, which is why we spoke to award-winning poet Salena Godden on the "How To Be Books Podcast", who wrote Pessimism is for Lightweights: 13 Pieces of Courage and Resistance. Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward t…
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What we should eat - with Food for Life author Professor Tim Spector
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If you want to improve your health and well-being, it is important to know what we should eat, which is why we spoke to Food for Life author Professor Tim Spector OBE on the the "How To Be Books Podcast". Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journeying with y…
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Why freedom is important - with Nobel Peace Prize-winning author Dr Shirin Ebadi
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Freedom is important because it allows us to live our lives as we see fit, an aspect that Nobel Peace Prize-winning author Dr Shirin Ebadi talks about in her book Until We Are Free on the "How To Be Books Podcast". Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet. I look forward to journey…
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Why shelter is important - with All The Houses I've Ever Lived In author Kieran Yates
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Housing precarity refers to the condition of being vulnerable to housing insecurity or instability, which is why we spoke to All The Houses I've Ever Lived In author Kieran Yates on why shelter is important on the "How To Be Books Podcast". Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and social change! It should be short and sweet.…
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What is the importance of Gender Euphoria? - with author Laura Kate Dale
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The representation of LGBTQ+ community in media, politics, and other areas of society can have both positive and negative impacts, which is why I spoke to Gender Euphoria author and editor Laura Kate Dale on the "How To Be Books Podcast" in a bid to understand the importance of joy. Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and s…
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What is motherhood really like? - Don't Forget to Scream author Marianne Levy
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There are many challenges of motherhood that are not always widely discussed or acknowledged in society. As a result we spoke to Don't Forget To Scream author Marianne Levy about her experiences on the "How To Be Books Podcast". So why don't we hear about the challenges of motherhood? Please hit subscribe to hear the whole series on life skills and…
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How to Journal and Prompt Ideas - with Journaling for Dummies author Amber Lea Starfire
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. It is the last episode of the season and we're looking at reflecting at the beginning of the new year through journaling. Journaling is one of the cheapest forms of self-care. It can help you make sense of how you're feeling a…
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How to Reach Our Full Potential - with Unashamedly Superhuman author Jim Steele
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Growth is a natural part of human evolution, and the desire of most people is to expand in awareness as well as achievement. As a human being we grow through distress, boredom and a need to solve the issues that we are facing.…
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How to Manage Procrastination - with The Now Habit author Dr Neil Fiore
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Imagine a task you must do today which you are really dreading. Now imagine putting it off until tomorrow. Feel that surge of relief and pleasure? Research shows that in habitual behaviour there is a surge of dopamine-related …
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How to Be Open About Finances - with Girls that Invest author Simran Kaur
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Financial anxiety is a real thing. It's an obsessive fear of things related to money that can often be debilitating and can be triggered by any number of things, not just a lack of money. We’re brought up by our parents not to…
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How You Start Talking About Sex - with Sex Bomb author Sadia Azmat
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. It may be awkward because sex is taboo to talk about in our culture. People generally have shame around bodies and sexuality, so talking openly about sex and sexuality may bring up feelings of awkwardness. Many adults are afra…
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Why Being Busy Isn't a Badge of Honour - with Crazy Busy author Thijs Launspach
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. In modern society, busyness is often equated with success. Busyness used to be a virtue back in the old days before mobile phones and information overload appeared in our palms and began to fill every single idle void. Now it’…
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How the Body is Political - with Shame on Me author Tessa McWatt
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. The body is political. Our body can represent our identity, our past, our race, gender and status, and be a symbol for our society. However, how our bodies are viewed and categorised is not always in the power of the body’s in…
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Why and When it's a Good Time to Quit - with The Dip author Seth Godin
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Our achievement-oriented culture urges us to push through adversity, overcome all obstacles, and strive for success. Yet, quitting — like failure — is a normal part of life. There will be times in our jobs, relationships, frie…
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Why We Fear Desire and How We Get it Back - with What We Want author Charlotte Fox Weber
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Desire is instinctual. It lives deep in our animal selves. Desire wants what it wants, without rationale, often without full awareness. Most of us wrestle throughout our lives with the desires we’ve denied ourselves in order t…
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How Stress Affects Our Nervous System - with Finding Safety author Dr Nerina Ramlakhan
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. A stressful situation — whether something environmental, such as a looming work deadline, or psychological, such as persistent worry about losing a job — can trigger a cascade of stress hormones that produce well-orchestrated …
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Why Social Media Can Be Harmful - with Get Rich Or Lie Trying author Symeon Brown
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. As social media has proliferated worldwide—Facebook has 2.85 billion users—so too have concerns over how the platforms are affecting individual and collective wellbeing. So why is social media potentially harmful and are we aw…
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How We Keep Chasing Our Dreams - with Life Will See You Now author Gavin Oattes
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. The reality is when it comes to dreams, is that the majority of people give up on them. The most common reasons as to why they give up, are actually all in their head, and it's terribly sad that people end up living unsatisfyi…
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How to Overcome Complications - with When the Clouds Come author Drew Povey
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Regardless of your fame, fortune, or abilities, life is filled with difficulties. You get to choose how you will react to those difficulties though. Learning to deal with them in healthy, productive ways results in personal gr…
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How We Maintain our Energy - with Energize author Simon Alexander Ong
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. The human body converts the food it consumes into energy in order to function and stay alive. This energy supply enables the body to do a number of things vital to its survival. But its not just food that you need to live day-…
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Why Identity Politics is the New Norm - with Who Are We author Gary Younge
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Identity politics has played an important role in advancing civil rights, but some say the term itself is problematic. It is the tendency for people of a particular background to form political alliances, while moving away fro…
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What It Means to be a Dangerous Woman - with Dangerous Women contributor Bidisha
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. They say well-behaved women seldom make history. Being called a 'nasty woman', 'difficult', or 'dangerous' - even a ‘bloody difficult woman’ is something most women are likely to experience in their lifetimes. But is it such a…
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Why Accurate History is Important – with These Bodies of Water author Sabrina Mahfouz
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Selective amnesia has allowed deep misunderstandings about nations to become embedded in the public imagination, enabling large proportions of the population. So why is it important to learn an accurate version of history? Hen…
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Why We Need To Be Politically Responsible - with author Professor Lewis R. Gordon
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. In democratic societies, we are governed by consent. Hence, it is our job to become responsible citizens before voting or electing those in office (or placed to appointments), to represent our interests and create a better wor…
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How To Be Appreciative of Your Body - with Sort Your Brain Out author Dr Jack Lewis
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. The human body is everything that makes up, well, you. It is your home. Caring for your body makes sense. So why is it important to learn about your body? Hence, I spoke to neuroscientist, TV presenter and co-author of Sort Yo…
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How To Start Over Again - with Repotting Your Life author Frances Edmonds
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Deepak Chopra says starting over is the knowledge that there is something better out there for you—even if you don’t know what it is yet. It's about learning from the past and using it to propel you forward in a way you had ne…
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What Makes Disobedience Important - with Good Girls Marry Doctors author Piyali Bhattacharya
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Disobedience is needed, and without it social progress would not continue. Disobedience is important because it can save lives, and it starts the conversation, but it can also cause conflict. There are both good disobedience a…
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How We Stop Representation Burnout - with The Good Immigrant editor Nikesh Shukla
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Representation burnout refers to the stress, fatigue, and exhaustion of being the only person of a particular identity within a certain environment, and to add, the only person defending that identity from discriminatory attit…
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Why We Make Safety a Priority - with Ten Thousand Aftershocks author Michelle Tom
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Welcome to "How To Be...", guiding you through life's tricky topics and skills by reading through the best books out there. Safety is a concept that includes all measures and practices taken to preserve the life, health, and bodily integrity of individuals. However, not everyone has that guarantee sadly. Hence, I spoke to Ten Thousand Aftershocks a…
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