It’s Not All on You: 5 Books That Reveal the Hidden Forces Shaping Your Life
From food and finances to love and leadership, these books show how unseen systems—and not just personal choices—shape our health, money, and identity.
These five nonfiction books shine a light on the hidden influences shaping our health, money, relationships, and identity—reminding us that it’s not all on you. Dive in to see how understanding these forces can change the way you live.
Food Intelligence: The Science of How Food Both Nourishes and Harms Us
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&Willpower alone cannot explain our eating habits and the global rise in obesity. By exploring the science and history of why we eat what we eat, we uncover the complex biological, psychological, and cultural forces that shape our diets and debunk long-standing myths about food and self-control. Listen to our Book Bite summary, read by co-author Julia Belluz, in the Next Big Idea App or view on Amazon.
How to Make Money in Any Market
By Jim Cramer
The host of CNBC’s Mad Money helps democratize the process of making a lot of money with only a little to start. Everyone deserves access to the tools needed for building wealth independently of advisors. Taking control of your own investing is not as hard as it seems, and it’s your best bet for a fair shot at riches. Listen to our Book Bite summary, read by author Jim Cramer, in the Next Big Idea App or view on Amazon.
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