The Formula of Humanity
Inspired by Kant, treat yourself and others as ends in themselves, not merely as means to an end.
Develop virtues like honesty, humility, and compassion to build a meaningful life.
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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck / Everything Is F*cked Box Set
by Mark Manson
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His style is really direct — kind of like a friend shaking your shoulders and saying, “Get real with yourself.” His work focuses a lot on accepting limitations, handling pain, finding meaning, and letting go of unrealistic expectations.
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