5 Practical Books I Reread Every Year To Live A Better Life

best books - reading list by Darius Foroux

Out of all the different ways to learn, books remain my favorite way to absorb knowledge. I especially like practical books with the knowledge that you can immediately apply to your life.

What I like about books is that I can read them by myself, in silence. It’s me and the author, one on one, having a conversation in my mind.

In the beginning of this year, I shared my system for reading 100 books a year. It was interesting to see how many people saw it as a challenge. But there were also many skeptics.

  • Why would you read so much?
  • This guy is full of shit.
  • There’s no way I can do that.

Think about what you want. Reading changes people. And fortunately, many people in this world read a lot. That’s a good thing.

I strongly believe that reading, and educating yourself, is the answer to a better life. And ultimately, freedom. Nelson Mandela said it best:

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

Out of all the books I’ve read, I have a small number of favorite books. I always keep them on my desk.

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