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bootman's review against another edition
5.0
2nd read:
I’m always looking for good books on self-awareness because it’s by far the most important characteristic we all need but usually lack. Once I started reading this, I realized I already read it, so this was my second read. It’s a great book, but there are some studies she references that I’m a bit skeptical of and would have to look into further. This book is mainly for business people when dealing with others and making decisions, but everyone can benefit from a lot of topics discussed in this book.
1st read:
What a fantastic book. If you asked anyone if they're self-aware, they'd say that they are (and yes, that includes you and I as well). The reality is that most people aren't self-aware, and it causes a lot of issues in our lives. Whether it's personal or professional relationships, we cause a lot of our own misery due to our lack of self-awareness. In this book, Tasha Eurich does an incredible job getting to the root causes of why we don't see ourselves the same way that others do, but more importantly, she has a ton of solutions. I like this book because it's focused on fixing ourselves rather than trying to fix others. But, in the last chapter, she gives some practical tips for dealing with delusional people and whether or not they're a lost cause.
I’m always looking for good books on self-awareness because it’s by far the most important characteristic we all need but usually lack. Once I started reading this, I realized I already read it, so this was my second read. It’s a great book, but there are some studies she references that I’m a bit skeptical of and would have to look into further. This book is mainly for business people when dealing with others and making decisions, but everyone can benefit from a lot of topics discussed in this book.
1st read:
What a fantastic book. If you asked anyone if they're self-aware, they'd say that they are (and yes, that includes you and I as well). The reality is that most people aren't self-aware, and it causes a lot of issues in our lives. Whether it's personal or professional relationships, we cause a lot of our own misery due to our lack of self-awareness. In this book, Tasha Eurich does an incredible job getting to the root causes of why we don't see ourselves the same way that others do, but more importantly, she has a ton of solutions. I like this book because it's focused on fixing ourselves rather than trying to fix others. But, in the last chapter, she gives some practical tips for dealing with delusional people and whether or not they're a lost cause.
jrc2011's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this as an audio book - and will likely borrow it as an e-book to go through and get better notes on it. You can get the gist of the book through Tasha Eurich's articles elsewhere - very enjoyable, accessible and helpful discussion overall.
bookishadvocate's review against another edition
5.0
Loved the insight this book provided! Great resource to get to know yourself better.
colourmeread's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5
Insight provides an essential reminder that we are not as self-aware as we think. Rich with research data and evidence, Insight helps us question and examine our behaviour while offering practical ways on how we can do better. I found this book very eye-opening and it made me question whether I’m as self-aware as I thought I was. I appreciated how the author emphasized that becoming more self-aware is an ongoing process that needs to be checked on regularly, and no one is perfect at it. The book also referred to extra materials available for readers to use, and even mentions a group you can join to share your journey with others. I took away many insights (heh!) from this book and I hope more people pick it up!
Insight provides an essential reminder that we are not as self-aware as we think. Rich with research data and evidence, Insight helps us question and examine our behaviour while offering practical ways on how we can do better. I found this book very eye-opening and it made me question whether I’m as self-aware as I thought I was. I appreciated how the author emphasized that becoming more self-aware is an ongoing process that needs to be checked on regularly, and no one is perfect at it. The book also referred to extra materials available for readers to use, and even mentions a group you can join to share your journey with others. I took away many insights (heh!) from this book and I hope more people pick it up!
rainycraze's review against another edition
5.0
The blurb is way too dry to serve this book any justice. Dr Eurich has a relatable, down-to-earth writing style that makes such an elusive topic accessible for everyone (or at least anyone willing to listen). The text could easily have been heavy-handed with advanced psychology or the applications so sterile as to be useless, but Dr Eurich gives plenty of examples & humor from her clients (many on the executive level) & many more takeaways & exercises. Loved it. Scared to do the exercises, though.
grumblinggeek's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
antidietleah's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this! But she called me a unicorn so of course I did.
It was heavy on the anecdotes but also backed by research. I think if anything I was a little overwhelmed by all the different strategies and exercises.
It was heavy on the anecdotes but also backed by research. I think if anything I was a little overwhelmed by all the different strategies and exercises.
mornings_with_books's review against another edition
روی کتاب آب ریخته بود و گذاشته بودم خشک شه. که بعد از اینکه سراغش رفتم دیدم کپک زده و مجبور شدم کتابو دور بندازم 🥲 عاقبت زندگی در شهر مرطوب.
this_endless_library's review against another edition
5.0
Insight: Why We’re Not as Self-Aware as We Think, and How Seeing Ourselves Clearly Helps us succeed at Work and in Life was recently published this May, 2017. I was first made aware of the book through an article by the New Yorker (if I remember correctly) which spoke about Eurich’s understanding of internal and external self awareness and how we can learn more about it. Considering that I am at a bit of a crossroads in my life at the moment—finished my master’s degree, my birthday is coming up, it is already mid-2017, where do I want this blog to go(?)—I felt like it was a good moment to see what Eurich’s book was all about.
Not to get all sappy about this book, but sometimes I wonder if books choose us?
I know, I went there…
This book gives you not only a comprehensive understanding of internal and external self-awareness, which can be summarised as how you see yourself and how you think other people see you, but also a deeper look at self-awareness in relation to work, management, cultural norms, and the psychology behind it. There are some great questions and tips in the Appendix of the book that can help you figure out how you fall on the spectrum of self-awareness. For the brave, there is also a quiz you can take. Be warned, this will mean you and someone of your choosing will rate how self-aware you think you are internally and externally. I did the test and was not really surprised by my answer. In fact, I already knew what I would get: Introspector. And to paraphrase Eurich, this means I am someone who is good at internal self-awareness and pretty bad at judging how others see me. This quiz prompted a conversation with my husband and I, and we both came to the conclusion that I often think people don’t like me, and I lack confidence in how others perceive my abilities. Knowing this, and actually articulating it can do wonders. Even though I knew I had issues with self-confidence and felt so concerned about everyone hating me, actually knowing this, speaking this to myself, and using Eurich’s suggestions to open up my external self-awareness has already been a pretty nice change. It actually can help you see that people actually think you’re alright.
tasha eurich
Dr. Tasha Eurich
Whilst this books sounds super ‘self-help-ie’ it is not the usual sort of self help book. And I should know, since usually those books make me want to throw up. This book has a lot of honesty and a lot of practical ways to deal with self awareness. Eurich tackles cultural and gendered issues that can affect our self awareness. Her book only scratches the surface though and there is so much that goes into self awareness that can be interpreted through culture, gender, religion, age, ability, and economic status. I cannot wait to see more of Eurich’s work.
Seriously, if you’re a human who lives on our planet. Get. This. Book.
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Have you read any of Eurich’s books? How self aware are you really? Remember as always, to share the reading love.
https://bound2books.co/2017/06/14/insight-a-personal-review-of-dr-tasha-eurichs-latest-book/
Not to get all sappy about this book, but sometimes I wonder if books choose us?
I know, I went there…
This book gives you not only a comprehensive understanding of internal and external self-awareness, which can be summarised as how you see yourself and how you think other people see you, but also a deeper look at self-awareness in relation to work, management, cultural norms, and the psychology behind it. There are some great questions and tips in the Appendix of the book that can help you figure out how you fall on the spectrum of self-awareness. For the brave, there is also a quiz you can take. Be warned, this will mean you and someone of your choosing will rate how self-aware you think you are internally and externally. I did the test and was not really surprised by my answer. In fact, I already knew what I would get: Introspector. And to paraphrase Eurich, this means I am someone who is good at internal self-awareness and pretty bad at judging how others see me. This quiz prompted a conversation with my husband and I, and we both came to the conclusion that I often think people don’t like me, and I lack confidence in how others perceive my abilities. Knowing this, and actually articulating it can do wonders. Even though I knew I had issues with self-confidence and felt so concerned about everyone hating me, actually knowing this, speaking this to myself, and using Eurich’s suggestions to open up my external self-awareness has already been a pretty nice change. It actually can help you see that people actually think you’re alright.
tasha eurich
Dr. Tasha Eurich
Whilst this books sounds super ‘self-help-ie’ it is not the usual sort of self help book. And I should know, since usually those books make me want to throw up. This book has a lot of honesty and a lot of practical ways to deal with self awareness. Eurich tackles cultural and gendered issues that can affect our self awareness. Her book only scratches the surface though and there is so much that goes into self awareness that can be interpreted through culture, gender, religion, age, ability, and economic status. I cannot wait to see more of Eurich’s work.
Seriously, if you’re a human who lives on our planet. Get. This. Book.
quote
Have you read any of Eurich’s books? How self aware are you really? Remember as always, to share the reading love.
https://bound2books.co/2017/06/14/insight-a-personal-review-of-dr-tasha-eurichs-latest-book/