114. 10 Books for a Happier 2024

My annual roundup of words to ponder.

Of all the aphorisms in the English language, the one I use as a general litmus test is: Never trust someone whose television is bigger than their bookshelf.

The act of reading—specifically sitting down with a physical book or Kindle—tells me a person has the ability to focus, slow down, and live life with intention and curiosity. Whether they read fict…