Which is the greatest book on self development

[Sandy6]

Here is my two list:

• Personal Development for Smart People by Steve Pavlina
• Zen To Done by Leo Babauta

I also bought Leo Reviews Top 200 Self-Help Books, which was a good list.

And I buy a lot of books tbh.

[Ramanujan]

@Sandy6 did u do zen to don . how is it. is there a big difference between ZTD and GTD

9 hours ago, Sandy6 said:

Here is my two list:

• Personal Development for Smart People by Steve Pavlina
• Zen To Done by Leo Babauta

I also bought Leo Reviews Top 200 Self-Help Books, which was a good list.

And I buy a lot of books tbh.

 

[Sandy6]

On 7/25/2023 at 9:05 PM, Ramanujan said:

@Sandy6 did u do zen to don . how is it. is there a big difference between ZTD and GTD

 

I am currently using Evernote for GTD (Getting Things Done). However, I find ZTD (Zen to Done) to be simpler and more focused on habits. With ZTD, the approach is to focus on one habit at a time for a month. Perhaps, in the future, I might transition to ZTD. The reason I am currently using GTD and not ZTD is that ZTD requires time to build habits. Nonetheless, ZTD is more straightforward, emphasizing the essential and practical aspects rather than complicated systems. Additionally, I am using the Pomodoro technique.

I believe that personal development and time management depend on an individual's preferences. It's essential to choose what works best for you. If you discover something great and can take action on it, even better. Some people prefer simple actions, doing things only when they need or want to, or adopting a flexible approach. However, for now, I am a GTD practitioner.

[Ramanujan]

@Sandy6  what do u think about stephen r covey vs GTD. which is better

[Sandy6]

20 hours ago, Ramanujan said:

@Sandy6  what do u think about stephen r covey vs GTD. which is better

ZTD is a combination method from GTD and 7 habits. Some concepts in ZTD, like capture, process, organize, review, and do, are inspired by GTD. ZTD focuses on one habit at a time. Which method is better depends on the individual.

Regarding productivity systems, when comparing GTD methodology to the Eisenhower Matrix, I prefer GTD because it works better and is more practical for my daily life. GTD is more organized than the 4 quadrants for my tasks.

However, the 7 habits are amazing. If you read that book, understand, underline some concepts, take notes, and practice them, the key is to practice 1 habit per month from the 7 habits for highly effective people. In seven months, your life will be far better.

Edited July 28, 2023 by Sandy6

[Ramanujan]

@Sandy6 Damn sir , thanks for the info

[Ramanujan]

@Sandy6 i was curious, how many years are u into GTD

[Ramanujan]

@Sandy6 if u ask me , GTD mixed with some Stephen covey is dead effective

[Sandy6]

@Ramanujan

Maybe around 8 years to start reading, and then I started practicing recently. The failure led me to success.

You can also read Stephen Covey's interview related to the morning routine and Getting Things Done book here: https://zenhabits.net/exclusive-interview-stephen-covey-on-his-morning-routine-blogs-technology-gtd-and-the-secret/" 

[Ramanujan]

@Sandy6 wow thanks . in the end he dismisses GTD as just another tool . how convinient . 7 habit is legendary . but imo the feel good emotions when doing  GTD is unavoidable

[Ramanujan]

@Sandy6 if u ask me 7 habit , first thing first and GTD are the greatest book on self improvement.

[Ramanujan]

@Sandy6 also GTD has some proble. thoughts are things. a thought can be made to a reality . if i write all my thoughts down in intray , wouldnt i lost something

[Rigel]

On 2023-07-16 at 7:33 AM, sda said:

Mastery by George Leonard 

It's up there for sure. I am not done with the new mastery book by Ralston but I think it's on par with that.