In this episode of The Bookish with AMos podcast, we explore 'When Breath Becomes Air' by Paul Kalanithi, a deeply moving memoir of a neurosurgeon confronting his own mortality. This book isn’t just about illness—it’s about purpose, identity, and what makes life meaningful. We’ll unpack Kalanithi’s poignant reflections on medicine, literature, and the human experience, discussing the lessons it holds for all of us. ✨️LISTEN ✨️LIKE ✨️COMMENT ✨️SHARE ✨️✨️

🎙A review of "Silent Honour" by Danielle Steel"—a tale of resilience, love, and the cost of freedom. Set against the backdrop of World War II, this gripping novel follows Hiroko, a young Japanese woman whose journey takes a harrowing turn as she faces the brutal realities of internment camps in America. How does love endure in the face of war and prejudice? Listen and enjoy. Like, leave a comment and share.

📚 If you’re a parent, educator, or someone who simply believes in the power of stories, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice to make reading a joyful part of everyday life.

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In this inspiring episode of the Bookish with Amos Podcast, we sit down with Ogunwale Remilekun, a dynamic mother of three boys and a passionate children's bookseller, to uncover the transformative power of reading in a child's life.

🌟 Together, we explore:

• Why reading is vital for developing leadership skills, empathy and character.
• The unique challenges and strategies for getting boys to love books.
• How stories can shape young minds into future leaders.
• Book recommendations for children.

🎙️ Whether you're a parent, teacher, or book lover, this episode will inspire you to prioritize reading and empower the next generation.

✨ Tune in and discover how a love for books can transform children into confident, compassionate, and visionary leaders!

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In this episode, we cover amazing gift ideas for book lovers and budding bibliophiles, from the classic books and bookmarks to unique surprises like an all-expense-paid trip to a literary destination. Join us for the grand finale of our 2nd year podcast anniversary season. Happy Podversary! Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share.

In this episode discover the key things to avoid when borrowing books from a generous owner or library. Ensure you're a respectful and considerate borrower with these essential tips. #Share

In this episode, our engaging host shares practical measures to prevent losing your books, especially to forgetful borrowers. #Share

Just like humans communicate in diverse languages, when it comes to love, we speak different languages. An understanding of that language can change everything, in your relationship. Whether it be; Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, or Physical Touch. It's important to learn these love languages to create deeper and longer-lasting connections with your friends, partners and loved ones. Subscribe || Like || Share || Comment & Rate.

Just like humans communicate in diverse languages, when it comes to love, we speak different languages. An understanding of that language can change everything, in your relationship. Whether it be; Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, or Physical Touch. It's important to learn these love languages to create deeper and longer-lasting connections with your friends, partners and loved ones. Subscribe || Like || Share || Comment & Rate.

Curious about what the 5 love languages are? This 5 mins summary gives you just that.

Make the cues of your good habits obvious and the cues of your bad habits invisible. #The secrets to self-control

In Chapter 6 of "Atomic Habits," Clear presents the idea that while motivation is often praised as the key to behavior change, the environment plays a more significant role. He suggests that making small changes to our surroundings can lead to significant shifts in our habits over time. According to Clear, cues in our environment trigger habits, and our minds pick up on these signals. Clear advises readers to intentionally design their environments to facilitate positive habits by making them obvious and easy to follow. This could involve organizing spaces to eliminate distractions and create a conducive environment for desired behaviors.

The Diderot Effect, learn about what it means and how to create a positive Diderot Effect.

In Chapter 4 of "Atomic Habits," James Clear reveals powerful strategies for becoming aware of and changing your habits. Discover how to spot and verbalize your habits using the Japanese Pointing-and-Calling method. By saying out loud the action and outcome, you'll raise awareness and make the consequences feel real. Plus, learn how to track your habits with the Habits Scorecard, helping you identify patterns and make positive changes. Grab your headphones and to learn how to unlock the secrets of habit transformation and create lasting change in your life. 💡 Listen 👂 Apply 💡 Subscribe 💡 Share

Behavior followed by satisfying consequences tends to be repeated, and those that are less pleasant are less likely to be repeated. The four laws of behavior change provides a simple set of rules for creating good habits. 🌟 Make it obvious 🌟 Make it attractive 🌟 Make it easy 🌟 Make it satisfying Invert these laws to break a bad habit. 🌟 Make it invisible 🌟 Make it unattractive 🌟 Make it difficult 🌟 Make it unsatisfying

A true habit change is a change in our identity. Why is it so challenging to change our habits,  (1) we try to change the wrong thing and  (2) we try to change our habits in the wrong way.  "Many people begin the process of changing their habits by focusing on what they want to achieve. This leads to outcome based habits. The alternative is to build identity based habits. With this approach, we start by focusing on who we wish to become." This approach requires shifting focus from the tasks to be done, to becoming the person who is most likely to accomplish those tasks. The identities that we associate with ourselves actually influence whether we succeed at forming a new habit. New identities require new evidences. So how then can we begin to change our identity? It's a 2-step process - Decide the type of person you want to be. - Prove it to yourself with small wins Every Small Action is a Vote of Confidence to Your Identity. Share your learnings with us via any of our social media platforms @bookishamos Remember to subscribe, share and comment.

In Chapter 1 of "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, we discover the profound impact of small habits on our growth. By improving just 1% daily, we can achieve remarkable results: becoming 37% better in a year. Conversely, small declines seem inconsequential. Progress often feels non-existent until we reach a critical threshold.  SMART goals are crucial, but systems are the true drivers of success. Winners and losers alike set goals, but it's systems that determine outcomes.   Remember, "You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems."  Listen to this episode, you'll be glad you did. Don't forget to subscribe, like, rate and share 🥰

In this episode, we delve into the foundation of behavior change with the introduction of James Clear's bestselling book, "Atomic Habits." We dissect Clear's compelling insights on the power of small habits and how they can lead to remarkable transformations in our lives. From understanding the concept of atomic habits to unraveling the psychology behind habit formation. Whether you're a seasoned self-improvement enthusiast or just embarking on your journey to personal growth, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips to help you harness the atomic power of habits for lasting success. 🌟 SUBSCRIBE 🌟 LIKE 🌟 COMMENT 🌟 RATE 🌟 SHARE

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The conclusion of our conversation on the first episode of the 'Authors Meet Event' If you have ever dreamt of writing a book but found yourself lost in a sea of uncertainty about the whole process, this enlightening episode demystifies the art of self-publishing for aspiring authors. We've got more authors coming your way in future episodes. For now, 'START WRITING'