Have you read a book recently that had an impact on you, your life or the way you think? Let us know and check out some great responses from the community below.

Daniel Tintle | Podcast Host and Newscaster

“creativity” by John Cleese (actually who I hope to also have on the podcast someday). John discussed reality and science based ways you can tap into your creative energy (as we all have it, the difference is just who is tapping into it more). He breaks down psychologist Guy Claxton’s intelligence theory of having two minds: your “Hare Brain” and your “Tortoise Mind.” To summarize (the answer is yes you should go read it; it’s short and to the point), your Hare Brain is referencing the part of your mind that definitively applies reasoning and logic in problem solving. Read more>>

Juliet Ray | Surgeon, Researcher, Advocate, Teacher, Mom, Wife…Not necessarily in that order.

I have to admit I don’t read enough for pleasure. When I do have the opportunity to read, I try to stay current with research and techniques in my specialty. But, I did recently start listening to audio books during my commute and was really influenced by Matthew McConaughey’s “Greenlights”. It conveys an incredibly powerful message—that we
should take advantage of the “greenlights” in our lives when opportunities present themselves that allow us to move closer to a goal and further progress. Read more>>

Nico Stipcianos | Photographer

“The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield I picked up this book at a time when I was thinking about creating new work and I was trying to put my ideas into concrete plans. This book changed my life completely for the better; not because of the words, but what happened while reading it. I met my future wife while reading this book at a dog park in Miami. This book is a constant reminder to remain open to new ideas, new experiences and allowing life to happen. Read more>>