Sunday Supplement #132 (November 19th, 2023)
Below is another Sunday Supplement with a quote worth sharing, a book worth reading, a movie worth watching, brainfood worth consuming, and a spiritual passage worth pondering.
Please take something away from these recommendations that enriches your week ahead!
Quote of the Week:
“Someone once told me growth and comfort do not coexist. And I think it’s a really good thing to remember.”
– Ginni Rometty
Book of the Week:
Thinking in Bets – Annie Duke
Annie Duke went from being awarded a National Science Foundation Fellowship after graduating with a double major in English and Psychology at Columbia University to being a World Series of Poker Champion.
Since conquering the poker world, Annie Duke has delved into business consulting, philanthropy, and authored two books, among other notable accomplishments.
Thinking in Bets is Annie Duke’s book about how to make better decisions, moving away from biased thinking, and better vetting of information around you.
In her book, Duke uses business, sports, politics, and poker examples to share tools that will help your decision-making process.
I’ve only recently read Thinking in Bets, but it is a book I know I will come back to. I highly recommend reading it for a solid guide to decision-making.
Movie of the Week:
Colin Trevorrow directed the Derek Connolly script about three magazine employees on an assignment to interview a guy who placed a classified ad seeking a companion for time travel.
Audrey Plaza stars as the disillusioned intern Darius, who finds a spark when she takes a more active role in the assignment to interview Kenneth, played by Mark Duplass.
The 2012 “Comedy” has some pretty dark moments, but it is an intriguing story that looks at modern society and explores themes of regret, love, and trust.
Safety Not Guaranteed might not be for everyone, but I’d put it in the category of a quirky downer movie that packs a thought-provoking punch.
Brainfood of the Week:
Growth vs. Fixed Mindset | Sprouts
The Sprouts video starts by defining and showing examples of a growth mindset vs. a fixed mindset and how we can switch between the two or be one or the other in different areas.
It highlights how a fixed mindset believes that skills and talents are set and avoids failure, while a growth mindset thrives on learning and embraces challenges.
Sprouts highlights Carol S. Dweck’s work in the area of fixed and growth mindsets and shows how each mindset is developed and experienced.
I featured Carol S. Dweck’s book on the subject in Sunday Supplement #97 if you find the Sprouts video interesting and want to delve deeper into the mindsets.
I’ve also featured Sprouts videos in previous Sunday Supplements if you want to check out more. Sprouts makes educational videos about psychology, pedagogy, and child development.
Closing Spiritual Passage:
“Continuance is power.” (継続は力なり)
– Japanese Proverb
This Japanese Proverb reminds me of the power of not giving up. If you stop moving forward in a race, you will never get to the finish line.
Sometimes, you need to stop, reflect, and gather your strength, but you should never give up on your goals and dreams.
I think it can be daunting when you look at how far you have to go in whatever journey you decide to undertake, but each step forward counts.
Shifting your perspective from how far you have to go to knowing that each positive action you take will bring you toward achievement is a reminder of the power of continuance.
Work through the uncomfortable moments, continue to grow, and have a blessed week ahead!