Y.S. Stephen - Reader | Casual Observer

Essential Ideas: Self Awareness is a distillation of what it means to know yourself and the concepts that help develop this trait. In short, this book explains different ideas (in a bite-size) on self-awareness and how to nurture it. WHAT I LIKE ABOUT THE BOOK The School of Life team excels at simplifying complex concepts, and this book is no exception. It unpacks terms like Eudaimonia (the pursuit of flourishing), Pessimism (a realistic outlook), Akrasia (acting against one’s better judgment), and Emotional Scepticism (questioning emotional reactions). These ideas are crucial for personal growth and understanding oneself. WHAT I DISLIKE Nothing. WHO IS THIS FOR? “Essential Ideas: Self Awareness” is suitable for anyone interested in gaining self-knowledge. Whether you’re on a journey of introspection or simply curious about understanding yourself better, this book offers valuable insights. Many thanks to The School of Life for providing a review copy.

In this story, we encounter a post-apocalyptic world where humanity has largely disappeared, leaving a small band of survivors who must rely on themselves and each other to survive. The book presents a vibrant, reimagined landscape filled with mysterious, otherworldly beings and a more unforgiving climate. WHAT I LIKE ABOUT THE BOOK The visuals are absolutely stunning, capturing the setting beautifully. WHAT I DISLIKE While the plot is straightforward—a quality that can work well—it lacks much suspense, giving the sense that it serves as more of a prologue than a fully developed narrative. WHO IS THIS FOR? Fans of YA fantasy might want to have a look at this one. Many thanks to Image Comics for providing a review copy.