A&B #95

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👋 Hey everyone,

Here are a few popular posts you may have missed:

• 11 Reading tips that are bullsh*t.

• 15 FREE tools every reader should know about.

• 10 Free newsletters that will teach you about business.

• 13 Scientifically-proven reasons why you should read books.

• 25 Books that will help you level up in business (and maybe even life).

PS: I'm doing a

25-book giveaway, learn how to enter here!

📚 The Art of Reading course Q&A

Can you relate to any of these expereinces:

• You want to get into reading but you don't know how to find for amazing books

• You want to spend more time reading but you have trouble making time to read

• You want to build a reading habit but it's hard to be consistent

• You stopped reading because you got stuck on a boring book

• You try to read but you get distracted and lose focus

• You want to know the truth about speed reading and how to do it

• You know you should take notes while reading but you don't know how

I had all of these problems AND more.

That's why I started Alex & Books and went on a journey to find strategies and techniques for becoming a better reader.

Now I want to teach you all of the reading tips I've discovered over the past 4 years in just 4 weeks. This will be a live class where you'll get to learn directly from me, ask any questions, and meet fellow readers.

If you want to become a lifelong reader and transform your life, secure your spot in The Art of Reading cohort ASAP.

📔 Book Summary:

This week's book is You're Too Good To Feel This Bad by Nate Dallas.This book is like 5+ self-improvement books rolled into one. You'll learn how to improve your sleep, diet, mental health, and everything else you need to live a happier and better life. Here are a few lessons from the book:1) Prioritize Your SleepThe most important takeaway from this book is to get your sleep. It's the simplest yet most effective action that will improve your life.Getting proper sleep will: Lower your anxiety Speed recovery times Enhance your sex life Decrease your depression Increase your memory and focus Protect you from dementia, cancer, and other diseasesAnd many more benefits. So if you are serious about living, you must be serious about sleeping. 2) Drink More WaterWater is vital to life–that's why the human body is made up of about 60% water.If you're not drinking water you'll become dehydrated which leads to: More headaches Lack of concentration Weakened immune system Blood circulation being restricted Increase in anxiety and inflammationAnd other negative effects. All of this can be avoided simply by drinking more water. One study found that drinking 5 glasses of water a day reduced the risk of a heart attack by 41%. So grab a glass and drink up.3) Simple Tips To Eat HealthierHere are a few tips that will help you eat healthier: Avoid foods with added sugar Eat more fruits and vegetables If you can't pronounce the ingredients on a product, don't eat it Avoid foods with artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, and sweeteners Shop on the perimeter of the store (this is where more of the natural foods are) Avoid shopping inside the center aisles (this is where more highly processed foods sit) Follow these simple tips and you'll be eating healthier and feeling better in no time.

✅ Actionable Advice: 

1) Prioritize your sleep:

• If you want to live longer, aim to get 8 hours of sleep every night.

2) Drink more water:

• Drinking just 5 glasses of water a day will keep you hydrated and reduce your risk of a heart attack by 41%!

3) Eat healthier:

• Eat more fruits and vegetables.

• Shop on the perimeter of the grocery store.

• Don't eat products with ingredients you can't pronounce.

🎧 Podcast Update:

Here are 3 new book rec videos:

• 5 Books To Learn 5 Valuable Skills

• 5 Books To Become A Better Leader

• 5 Books To Overcome Digital Addiction

📖 Reading Lesson:How to 5x your motivation to read books in 5 minutes.

⭐️ Weekly Quote:"I can't guarantee that reading one book will change your life.But I can guarantee that having a consistent reading habit will."(share here)

Thank you for your support everyone, I'll see you next Sunday!Read on,Alex W.