Articles
Essays and ideas on reading, books, and the life of the mind.
Why You Should Read Books That Confuse You
Confusion isn't a stop sign — it's the workout. Why reading difficult books is the fastest way to grow as a reader and thinker.
Books I Wish I'd Read in My 20s
I read 300+ books. These 8 would have changed everything if I'd read them a decade earlier — from meaning and mortality to habits and persuasion.
5 Books on Human Nature — From Thin to Thick
Level up your understanding of human nature with these 5 books — ordered from a 21-page pamphlet to a 560-page epic. Curated by Bjorn at BookLab.
Why Audiobooks Changed Everything
Audiobooks were the catalyst for my reading habit. Here's why they're so powerful and how to get started.
Great Books on Human Nature — 8 Books That Reveal What Makes Us Tick
After 500+ nonfiction books and 12 years of reading, these 8 books on human nature made the Great Books List. From The Denial of Death to The Righteous Mind.
7 Books That Will Change Your Life
7 life-changing books on meaning, focus, sleep, resilience, and philosophy. These nonfiction books will genuinely transform how you live. Curated by Bjorn at...
Books for Surviving and Thriving in the AI Age
10 essential books for understanding AI, disruption, and how to stay sovereign in a rapidly changing world. Curated by BookLab by Bjorn.
Books That Changed How I Think About Money
8 books that transformed my understanding of money, economics, and building wealth. Curated by BookLab by Bjorn.
8 Philosophy Books for Beginners
The 8 best philosophy books for beginners — from Stoicism and Eastern thought to modern practical philosophy. Curated by Bjorn at BookLab.
The Stoicism Starter Pack — 6 Books to Get Started
The best books to start your journey into Stoic philosophy. From Marcus Aurelius to modern practical guides. Curated by BookLab by Bjorn.
10 Books to Understand Human Nature
The 10 best books to understand human nature — from psychology and evolutionary biology to philosophy and persuasion. Curated by Bjorn at BookLab.
5 Best Books to Beat Laziness and Boost Productivity
Struggling with laziness? These 5 nonfiction books — from Atomic Habits to Can't Hurt Me — will help you build discipline, focus, and lasting motivation.
3 Books About Voluntary Discomfort That Will Change Your Life
Discover 3 powerful books about voluntary discomfort — from Stoic philosophy to Navy SEAL grit. Learn why choosing discomfort builds resilience, gratitude, a...
I Read 300+ Books — These 8 Will Change Your 20s
The 8 best books to read in your 20s, picked from 300+ books. Covering meaning, habits, stoicism, mortality, creativity, and influence.
Best Psychology Books of 2016: Influence, Man's Search for Meaning & More
Bjorn's top psychology book picks of 2016, featuring Influence by Robert Cialdini, Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl, and Civilization and its Discon...