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The End of Wisdom
A provocative examination of why familiar self-help principles and conventional wisdom can become counterproductive when treated as universal rules.
Why Most Advice is Bullsh*t
You are tired of advice that speaks in absolutes while ignoring the conditions that make a decision difficult.
Why this book, now
A provocative examination of why familiar self-help principles and conventional wisdom can become counterproductive when treated as universal rules.
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Try the argument before you buy.
Contradictory rules often leave out the context that tells you when each one applies. Start with a short essay from the book’s opening chapter, then test your own assumptions before deciding whether the longer argument is for you.
The essay is a published author introduction to the book’s opening chapter, not a full book excerpt.
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It is not a collection of quick fixes or a substitute for expert guidance in a high-stakes personal situation.
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