
Aubrey Marcus Recommended Books
Aubrey Marcus has recommended 44 books. Browse the complete reading list with quotes and sources below.
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The Alchemist
"One of the first books that profoundly changed my life for the better." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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Will Smith recommended this bookWill Smith
"One of my favorite books." - Will Smith
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LeBron James recommended this bookLeBron James
"The more and more that you dream and actually talk about something that you want to do, it can become true." - LeBron James
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Big Sean recommended this bookBig Sean
"A crazy story." - Big Sean
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Brené Brown recommended this bookBrené Brown
"There's a great quote in [this book]: When you're on the right path the universe conspires to help you!" - Brené Brown
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Ryan Flaherty recommended this bookRyan Flaherty
"I’ve loved [this book] for a very long time." - Ryan Flaherty
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Lisa Ling recommended this bookLisa Ling
"This simple little book contains hugely profound meaning." - Lisa Ling
Lisa Ling's recommendation of this book +11
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- Daniel Ek
"It was fascinating to talk to [the author] about how this book came to be such a hit—he never backed down, and he allowed people to read it for free in order to then boost sales." - Daniel Ek
- Eric Ripert
"Speaks of everyone having an ultimate goal in life, but most of us are too afraid to pursue it. The encouragement to fulfill your dreams is very inspirational!" - Eric Ripert
- Gabby Reece
"It’s that reminder that as you go out in the world and you’re looking for all these things, sometimes it is within us." - Gabby Reece
- Ryan Shea
One of Ryan Shea's 4 answers to "what is the book (or books) you’ve given most as a gift?"
- Garry Tan
"A remarkable book and I heartily recommend it." - Garry Tan
- Lewis Howes
"I've only probably read 4 books cover to cover. [This is one of them.]" - Lewis Howes
- Tony Robbins
"Great book." - Tony Robbins
- Jodie Cook
"The most important messages shared in the most beautiful story." - Jodie Cook
- Andy Frisella
"A wonderful book." - Andy Frisella
- James Clear
"[One of] the 10 best fiction books." - James Clear
- Patrick Bet-David
Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website.
- Daniel Ek
Stealing Fire
How Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and Maverick Scientists Are Revolutionizing the Way We Live and Work
"Incredibly well written, draws stories from antiquity to the present, and provides the absolute best overview of state shifting practices of any book I have ever encountered." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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1 person
Joe Rogan recommended this bookJoe Rogan
"An excellent book on the power of meditation and alternate states of consciousness on performance." - Joe Rogan
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Rise of the Mystics
Beyond The Circle, Book 2
"Might be the best book I’ve ever read." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Fifth Sacred Thing
"I have bought a dozen copies and have been handing them out like I was Oprah giving away television sets." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Way of the Superior Man
A Spiritual Guide to Mastering the Challenges of Women, Work, and Sexual Desire
"I was a profoundly better man for reading [this book]." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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4 people
Noah Kagan recommended this bookNoah Kagan
"Be conscious / present when you are interacting in life." - Noah Kagan
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Neil Strauss recommended this bookNeil Strauss
Neil Strauss recommended this book in a blog post.
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Jen Sincero recommended this bookJen Sincero
"This book is made for a man, but the ladies must read it, too, if they really want to understand how men work." - Jen Sincero
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Ryan Shea recommended this bookRyan Shea
Ryan Shea recommended this book on his website.
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The Game
Penetrating the Secret Society of Pickup Artists
"Not just about how to trick chicks into fucking you (though it teaches you every possible way to do so)." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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1 person
Patrick Bet-David recommended this bookPatrick Bet-David
Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website.
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The Obstacle Is the Way
The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph
"I definitely recommend this book to everyone." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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9 people
Tim Ferriss recommended this bookTim Ferriss
"It has helped me to turn problems upside-down, become the calm within the storm, and even uncover unique opportunities." - Tim Ferriss
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Steven Pressfield recommended this bookSteven Pressfield
"Follow these precepts and you will revolutionize your life. Read this book!" - Steven Pressfield
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George Raveling recommended this bookGeorge Raveling
"[One of] the books that I’ve given away the most lately." - George Raveling
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James Altucher recommended this bookJames Altucher
"My life has been beset with obstacles. It takes practice (and pain) to surmount them and achieve success. [This author]’s book is a how-to guide for just that." - James Altucher
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Christopher Sommer recommended this bookChristopher Sommer
"I’m enjoying right now." - Christopher Sommer
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Casey Neistat recommended this bookCasey Neistat
"Incredible book." - Casey Neistat
Casey Neistat's recommendation of this book +3
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- Tom Bilyeu
Tom Bilyeu recommended this book on his website.
- Chris Do
"Philosophical." - Chris Do
- Patrick Bet-David
Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website.
- Tom Bilyeu
The 48 Laws of Power
"I cannot express how immensely valuable this book is, when absorbed into an open mind." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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6 people
DJ Vlad recommended this bookDJ Vlad
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Ryan Holiday recommended this bookRyan Holiday
"Critical for anyone trying to accomplish anything." - Ryan Holiday
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Alice Little recommended this bookAlice Little
"I think that [this book is] a great tool to get into the hands of women and get that positive thinking going." - Alice Little
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Neil Strauss recommended this bookNeil Strauss
"Heavily researched and distilled handbook." - Neil Strauss
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Rollo Tomassi
"His best book." - Rollo Tomassi
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Patrick Bet-David recommended this bookPatrick Bet-David
Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website.
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The Four Agreements
A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom
Aubrey Marcus mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast. (Source)
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11 people
Joe Rogan recommended this bookJoe Rogan
"A seriously powerful book." - Joe Rogan
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Peter Attia recommended this bookPeter Attia
Peter Attia mentioned reading this book on an interview for Outside Online.
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Jack Dorsey recommended this bookJack Dorsey
"[One] of my favorite books." - Jack Dorsey
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Ellen DeGeneres recommended this bookEllen DeGeneres
"I love [this book] so much that it feels like my book. It feels so personal." - Ellen DeGeneres
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Daniel Negreanu recommended this bookDaniel Negreanu
"It’s the simplicity that makes the book so powerful. Anytime I have a friend who wants to embark on the journey of introspection, that’s always where I start." - Daniel Negreanu
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Karlie Kloss recommended this bookKarlie Kloss
"I just think it’s got a lot of great principles and ideas." - Karlie Kloss
Karlie Kloss's recommendation of this book +5
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- Big Sean
"Another one of my favorites." - Big Sean
- Jen Sincero
"Lays out some very simple and profound truths that will absolutely change your life for the better if you live by them." - Jen Sincero
- Danny Miranda
"A great book for anyone seeking knowledge on how to live a better life." - Danny Miranda
- Robin Black
"Great book." - Robin Black
- Patrick Bet-David
Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website.
- Big Sean
The War of Art
Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles
"One of the most influential books in my life." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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15 people
Joe Rogan recommended this bookJoe Rogan
"A great book about harnessing creativity." - Joe Rogan
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Lex Fridman recommended this bookLex Fridman
"Beautiful book." - Lex Fridman
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Ryan Holiday recommended this bookRyan Holiday
One of Ryan Holiday's 2 answers to "what book are you most likely to give out as a gift?"
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Seth Godin recommended this bookSeth Godin
Seth Godin mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
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Brian Koppelman recommended this bookBrian Koppelman
"Talks about resistance." - Brian Koppelman
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Marie Forleo recommended this bookMarie Forleo
"The essential no-bullshit guide for anyone who battles self-doubt or struggles to bring any important project to life." - Marie Forleo
Marie Forleo's recommendation of this book +9
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- Daniel Pink
"I have [a little sign] on my desk here that says, 'Beat the resistance.' So, I’ve given [this book] out a lot too." - Daniel Pink
- Derek Sivers
"Are you a writer who doesn’t write, a painter who doesn’t paint, an entrepreneur who never starts a venture? Then you know what “Resistance” is. This book is about that. Read it." - Derek Sivers
- Soman Chainani
"Half drill sergeant, half Zen voodoo master, [the author] shot me out of my stupor and taught me the meaning of creative discipline." - Soman Chainani
- Russell Moore
"About showing up and not waiting for inspiration to hit." - Russell Moore
- Jen Sincero
"Read this thing if you want to blast past your fears and insecurities and resistance to being your biggest, badassiest self." - Jen Sincero
- Jodie Cook
"This book is a sharp reality check for every artist. It will help you become unblocked, right now and possibly forever." - Jodie Cook
- Danny Miranda
"Odds of re-reading: close to 100%." - Danny Miranda
- James Clear
"[One of] the 10 best nonfiction books of all-time." - James Clear
- Michael Hyatt
Michael Hyatt recommended this book on his website.
- Daniel Pink
Sex at Dawn
How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships
"The initial domino that led me down the path of exploring open relationships, which has been a huge advancement in my own personal happiness and fulfillment." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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4 people
Joe Rogan recommended this bookJoe Rogan
"Incredible." - Joe Rogan
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Naval Ravikant recommended this bookNaval Ravikant
Naval Ravikant mentioned this book on "The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish" podcast.
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Esther Perel recommended this bookEsther Perel
Esther Perel suggested this book as an answer to "What are some [resources] for couples who want to explore having a more “monogamish” relationship?"
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Noah Kagan recommended this bookNoah Kagan
"Jealousy is a societal creation and great ways to be aware of why it happens." - Noah Kagan
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Tripping over the Truth
How the Metabolic Theory of Cancer Is Overturning One of Medicine's Most Entrenched Paradigms
"One of the most important books of our time. Period." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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1 person
Dominic D'Agostino recommended this bookDominic D'Agostino
"Basically the story of cancer." - Dominic D'Agostino
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Turning Pro
Tap Your Inner Power and Create Your Life's Work
"If I was the head superintendent of every school in the universe [this book] would be on the core curriculum." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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1 person
Ben Greenfield recommended this bookBen Greenfield
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Create Your Own Religion
A How-To Book without Instructions
"Makes the great point that even those of us who think we are following a religious tradition, are creating our religion in our own little ways." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
Mastery
"The master work of a master author." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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7 people
Ryan Holiday recommended this bookRyan Holiday
"Read [this book] so that you can figure your life’s task and how to dedicate yourself to it." - Ryan Holiday
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Mark Hart recommended this bookMark Hart
"An excellent book." - Mark Hart
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Tom Bilyeu recommended this bookTom Bilyeu
Tom Bilyeu recommended this book on his website.
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Rollo Tomassi
"His best book next to 48 Laws." - Rollo Tomassi
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Robin Sharma recommended this bookRobin Sharma
"GREAT book." - Robin Sharma
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Robin Black recommended this bookRobin Black
"Wonderful book examining the lives of Masters. Recommend it highly." - Robin Black
Robin Black's recommendation of this book +1
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- Patrick Bet-David
Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website.
- Patrick Bet-David
Island
"The beauty of [this book] was seeing how a system could work en masse, and it was my first exposure to rewriting the rules of how everything could be and understanding that we can just change everything." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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1 person
Jordan Peterson recommended this bookJordan Peterson
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The Book of Truth
The Mastery Trilogy: Book II
"Has profoundly changed my life." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Cosmic Serpent
DNA and the Origins of Knowledge
"[The author's] theory is that DNA is a universal language in itself, a language that can be accessed and downloaded by shamans or people in trance." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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1 person
Dan Engle recommended this bookDan Engle
"Amazing for me." - Dan Engle
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Not Afraid
On Fear, Heartbreak, Raising a Baby Girl, and Cage Fighting
"It is a story of overcoming fear and tragedy in his personal life, including the harrowing journey of an sensitive nerd turned MMA fighter, and the tragic loss of a life partner." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Warrior Ethos
"An insightful discussion of the great warrior cultures of the past." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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1 person
Patrick O'Shaughnessy recommended this bookPatrick O'Shaughnessy
"Fun, and it will definitely fire you up." - Patrick O'Shaughnessy
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The Red Queen
Sex and the Evolution of Human Nature
"If you want to understand HUMAN sexual biology, this information is incomplete at best." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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3 people
Naval Ravikant recommended this bookNaval Ravikant
"Everything by [this author] is worth reading." - Naval Ravikant
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Nick Szabo recommended this bookNick Szabo
"I think three or four of my top 20 books of all time are all [this author's]." - Nick Szabo
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Neil Strauss recommended this bookNeil Strauss
"Diverse, engaging, and wide-ranging." - Neil Strauss
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Magicians of the Gods
Sequel to the International Bestseller Fingerprints of the Gods
"An important book not only for you and I, but humanity as a whole." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
Ego Is the Enemy
"Filled with unforgettable stories and moments in history that will serve as guide rails to help us when we invariably fall off course." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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4 people
George Raveling recommended this bookGeorge Raveling
"[One of] the books that I’ve given away the most lately." - George Raveling
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Peter Thiel recommended this bookPeter Thiel
Peter Thiel quoted this book to the author.
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Mark Manson recommended this bookMark Manson
"Takes an age-old message, a message you see bandied about in a million self-help books about the ego, but gives it a serious philosophical treatment and grounds it with countless historical examples." - Mark Manson
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Danny Miranda recommended this bookDanny Miranda
"Helpful reading for anyone wanting to achieve greatnes." - Danny Miranda
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You Are the Placebo
Making Your Mind Matter
"Shows the virtually limitless potential that [the placebo] phenomenon has, but also how to actively use it as a primary tool to change our life for the better." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Book of Freedom
"An irrefutable invitation to claim yourself as who you truly are." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Road
"A bleak post-apocalyptic survival story about a father and his son." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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7 people
Jocko Willink recommended this bookJocko Willink
Jocko Willink covered this book in "Jocko Podcast" Ep. 97
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Oprah Winfrey recommended this bookOprah Winfrey
"Unlike any book I have chosen." - Oprah Winfrey
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Charlize Theron recommended this bookCharlize Theron
"[This book] changed my life." - Charlize Theron
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Joel McHale recommended this bookJoel McHale
"No novel has ever captured the love a parent has for his child better than this book." - Joel McHale
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Sam Hinkie recommended this bookSam Hinkie
"Unrepayable." - Sam Hinkie
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Lex Fridman recommended this bookLex Fridman
Lex Fridman mentioned this book on Instagram.
Lex Fridman's recommendation of this book +1
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- Ryan Holiday
"Read it when you have kids. When I finished this book, [I] walked into my son's room when he was asleep, sat on the floor, and I just wept." - Ryan Holiday
- Ryan Holiday
A New Earth
Awakening to Your Life's Purpose
"Reads like a cool breeze on a hot day." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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Oprah Winfrey recommended this bookOprah Winfrey
"One of the most important books of our time." - Oprah Winfrey
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Sleep
The Myth of 8 Hours, the Power of Naps, and the New Plan to Recharge Your Body and Mind
"Talks about getting 30 – 35 sleep cycles a week and then changing the dynamic of that utilizing naps more." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Mastery of Love
A Practical Guide to the Art of Relationship
"An incredible exploration of love and relationships." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
Cyrano de Bergerac
"A gift to yourself and those you will share it with." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
Fifty Shades of Grey
Fifty Shades, Book 1
"I was sitting on a plane and EVERY FEMALE in an adjacent row to mine was reading this book while rubbing their legs together like a grasshopper in song." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
Stress Less, Accomplish More
Meditation for Extraordinary Performance
"We always feel like we need to stress MORE to accomplish MORE. Well, that’s bullshit. And [this book] will tell you all the reasons why." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The 49th Mystic
Beyond The Circle, Book 1
"Opens a window to the true mystical and spiritual meaning behind some of the greatest teachings of all time." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
Zen in the Art of Archery
"As an amateur archer myself, I found the archery analogy to fit me well." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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Joe Rogan recommended this bookJoe Rogan
"A great book." - Joe Rogan
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Adam Robinson recommended this bookAdam Robinson
"[One of five books that confirm] there is far, far more in our unconscious mind than is dreamt of in our philosophy." - Adam Robinson
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Dave Elitch recommended this bookDave Elitch
"[I give this book] to people all the time." - Dave Elitch
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Vedanta Treatise
The Eternities
Most Recommended Books reached out to Aubrey Marcus directly.
Awakening Spirits
A Native American Path to Inner Peace, Healing, and Spiritual Growth
"May provide the simplest outline for practical spirituality in existence." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Wheel of Time
The Shamans of Ancient Mexico, Their Thoughts About Life, Death and the Universe
"[The author's] teachings and aphorisms have formed the backbone of the warrior code for myself and thousands more." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
Zero Limits
The Secret Hawaiian System for Wealth, Health, Peace, and More
"Whoa. That's what you find yourself saying as you read this book." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Teachings of Don Juan
The Teachings of Don Juan, Book 1
Aubrey Marcus mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast. (Source)
The Journeys of Socrates
An Adventure
"An emotionally rich story that follows an orphaned half-Jewish soldier in Russia during the times of the violent anti semitic pograms." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Toltec Art of Life and Death
Living Your Life as a Work of Art
"[The author's] most powerful book." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
The Toltec Art of Life and Death
A Story of Discovery
"Recounts the life, teachings, and philosophy of one of the great sages of our time." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
How to Change Your Mind
What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence
"Has done a better job than any I’ve read so far on this subject at rationally, calmly, and scientifically exploring just how impactful psychedelics can be for the individual and our culture." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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11 people
Amelia Boone recommended this bookAmelia Boone
"Fantastic book." - Amelia Boone
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Hamilton Morris recommended this bookHamilton Morris
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Michael Mauboussin recommended this bookMichael Mauboussin
"[One of the] books that helped me think better in 2018." - Michael Mauboussin
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Naval Ravikant recommended this bookNaval Ravikant
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Paul Stamets recommended this bookPaul Stamets
Paul Stamets mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
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Peter Attia recommended this bookPeter Attia
"Excellent." - Peter Attia
Peter Attia's recommendation of this book +5
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- Stewart Butterfield
"A great overview of research into the therapeutic uses of psychedelics." - Stewart Butterfield
- Tim Ferriss
"One of my favorite books of the last five years." - Tim Ferriss
- Vinod Khosla
"A fun exploration of psychedelic drugs, especially for someone who has never tried them." - Vinod Khosla
- Yuval Noah Harari
"Changed my mind, or at least some of the ideas held in my mind." - Yuval Noah Harari
- Kara Swisher
"Wonderful." - Kara Swisher
- Stewart Butterfield
The Name of the Wind
The Kingkiller Chronicle, Book 1
"The classic coming of age tale of a troubled hero, out for revenge." - Aubrey Marcus (Source)
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"I loved [this book]." - Brandon Sanderson
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