Episode · The Jordan Harbinger Show · 2023-10-16

Books mentioned on Ex-Intelligence Agent: How to Stop Reacting with Emotion & Instead Use Reason | JHS Ep. 906

3 books · With Shane Parrish · Watch on YouTube

Jordan Harbinger discussed Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday. Also mentioned: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak and The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Joseph Murphy.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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  1. Ego Is the Enemy

    Ryan Holiday · at 11:58

    Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday is a modern philosophy book that examines how unchecked ambition and pride hinder personal success and fulfillment.

    Discussed
    “right, you know, I think Ryan holiday wrote the book, ego is your enemy, but ego is also your friend”
    Where to get it
  2. The Book Thief

    Markus Zusak · at 24:39 · mentioned 4 times

    The Book Thief by Markus Zusak is a historical novel set in Nazi Germany, narrated by Death and centered on a young foster girl who steals books and shares them with others.

    Discussed
    “And you kind of—it was just like that one line, sort of throwaway, whatever, in the book.”
    Where to get it
  3. The Power of Your Subconscious Mind

    Joseph Murphy · at 43:59

    The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Joseph Murphy is a classic self-help and New Thought guide designed to help readers unlock mental potential and reshape their life outcomes by harnessing subconscious beliefs.

    Discussed
    “Ego is a potent drug, and you mentioned in your book how a CEO said those who can change their minds easily are the best hires, while the worst people are those who can't change their minds.”
    Where to get it