Book · 2002 · Psychology
Power Vs. Force
The Hidden Determinants of Human Behavior
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You introduced me to Power vs. Force by David Hawkins and to Gandhi's autobiography, The Story of My Experiments with Truth.
The best things said about it
One of the books that Monish gave me to read when I first met him was this power versus force book by David Hawkins.
I read a book called power versus Force by David Hawkins and down to the examples in the book were some of the examples in the modules.
Why people recommend it
Power Vs. Force by David R. Hawkins is a philosophical and psychological book that explores human consciousness, levels of force, and the energetic dynamics behind human behavior. On My First Million, Shaan Puri read a letter from Guy Spier in which Spier thanked Mohnish Pabrai for introducing him to the book when they first met. Guy Spier also discussed this recommendation on another episode of the podcast, reflecting on the profound impact the reading had on his perspective. In a different context, Nippy Ames mentioned reading Hawkins's book on The Jordan Harbinger Show, noting with frustration that the NXIVM organization had stolen examples directly from its pages to incorporate into their controversial curriculum modules. Across these discussions, the book is highlighted as a memorable, albeit unconventional, text that leaves a strong impression on its readers, prompting deep introspection regarding personal influence, ethics, and the subtle differences between coercive force and authentic power.
Every mention
Guy Spier one of the books that Monish gave me to read when I first met him was this power versus force book by David… 1
“one of the books that Monish gave me to read when I first met him was this power versus force book by David Hawkins.”
Nippy Ames I read a book called power versus Force by David Hawkins and down to the examples in the book were some of… 1
“I read a book called power versus Force by David Hawkins and down to the examples in the book were some of the examples in the modules”
Shaan Puri You introduced me to Power vs. Force by David Hawkins and to Gandhi's autobiography, The Story of My Experi… 1
“You introduced me to Power vs. Force by David Hawkins and to Gandhi's autobiography, The Story of My Experiments with Truth.”
