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Danny Miranda has recommended 25 books. Browse the complete reading list with quotes and sources below.

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25 Books Recommended

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It's All In Your Head

by Russ
"Short read but lot of wisdom in these pages." - Danny Miranda (Source)

The Winners Manual

For the Game of Life

by Jim Tressel
"I loved it. And if you’re pursuing the highest version of yourself, you will as well." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Total Focus

Make Better Decisions Under Pressure

by Brandon Webb
"A former Navy SEAL sniper’s experiences in business, war, and training." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Resilience

Hard-Won Wisdom for Living a Better Life

by Eric Greitens
"I can’t remember the last time I annotated this much in a book." - Danny Miranda (Source)

The Four Agreements

A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom

by Don Miguel Ruiz
"A great book for anyone seeking knowledge on how to live a better life." - Danny Miranda (Source)

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  • Joe Rogan recommended this book
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  • Aubrey Marcus recommended this book
  • Ellen DeGeneres recommended this book
  • Daniel Negreanu recommended this book
  • +5

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    • Karlie Kloss
      "I just think it’s got a lot of great principles and ideas." - Karlie Kloss
    • 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
    • Robin Black
      "Great book." - Robin Black
    • Patrick Bet-David
      Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website.

Chasing Excellence

A Story About Building the World’s Fittest Athletes

by Ben Bergeron
"A must-read for anyone who is attempting to pursue not just competence but excellence." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Conscious Living

How to Create a Life of Your Own Design

by Gay Hendricks
"My life changed dramatically from August 2019 to August 2020. This book helps explain why." - Danny Miranda (Source)

10% Happier

How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works--A True Story

by Dan Harris
"Would recommend this to anyone who 'doesn’t have time to meditate' or is skeptical of the practice in general." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

2 people
  • Peter Attia recommended this book
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This Will Make You Smarter

150 New Scientific Concepts to Improve Your Thinking

by John Brockman
"Lives up to its title – by reading it, you actually will be smarter." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Awaken the Giant Within

How to Take Immediate Control of Your Mental, Emotional, Physical and Financial

by Tony Robbins
"For anyone who wants to become the greatest version of themselves." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

4 people
  • Derek Sivers recommended this book
  • Brian Koppelman recommended this book
  • Jodie Cook recommended this book
  • Roberto Blake recommended this book

30 Lessons for Living

Tried and True Advice from the Wisest Americans

by Karl A. Pillemer
"Takes a novel approach: take the people who have lived the longest and ask them for advice on how to live." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Ignore Everybody

And 39 Other Keys to Creativity

by Hugh MacLeod
"Worth a read for anyone who wants (or is considering) creating on the Internet." - Danny Miranda (Source)

The Untethered Soul

The Journey Beyond Yourself

by Michael A. Singer
"An incredible read on spirituality. No amount of notes could do this one justice." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

7 people

Thinking in Bets

Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts

by Annie Duke
"[The author]'s academic plus poker background make this at a fascinating perspective." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

8 people
  • Seth Godin recommended this book
  • Marc Andreessen recommended this book
  • Mike Maples, Jr. recommended this book
  • Max Levchin recommended this book
  • Howard Marks recommended this book
  • Michael Mauboussin recommended this book
  • +2

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    • Jason Fried
      Jason Fried mentioned this book on Twitter.
    • Mark Manson
      Mark Manson recommended this book on his website.

How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big

Kind of the Story of My Life

by Scott Adams
"Would highly recommend for anyone interested in psychology, persuasion, or how to live an incredible life." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

2 people

The War of Art

Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles

by Steven Pressfield
"Odds of re-reading: close to 100%." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

15 people
  • Joe Rogan recommended this book
  • Lex Fridman recommended this book
  • Aubrey Marcus recommended this book
  • Ryan Holiday recommended this book
  • Seth Godin recommended this book
  • Brian Koppelman recommended this book
  • +9

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    • Marie Forleo
      "The essential no-bullshit guide for anyone who battles self-doubt or struggles to bring any important project to life." - Marie Forleo
    • 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
    • James Clear
      "[One of] the 10 best nonfiction books of all-time." - James Clear
    • Michael Hyatt
      Michael Hyatt recommended this book on his website.

Trust Me, I'm Lying

Confessions of a Media Manipulator

by Ryan Holiday
"Practical tips for getting big news outlets to talk about you." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

2 people
  • Chase Jarvis recommended this book
  • Raoul Pal recommended this book

Extreme Ownership

Extreme Ownership, Book 1

by Jocko Willink
"Reading and applying these tactics will make you a better person." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

6 people

Delivering Happiness

A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose

by Tony Hsieh
"I bought it for three people and recommended it far and wide." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

6 people
  • Tim Ferriss recommended this book
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  • Julie Rice recommended this book
  • Chip Conley recommended this book
  • Patrick Bet-David recommended this book

Ego Is the Enemy

by Ryan Holiday
"Helpful reading for anyone wanting to achieve greatnes." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

4 people
  • Aubrey Marcus recommended this book
  • George Raveling recommended this book
  • Peter Thiel recommended this book
  • Mark Manson recommended this book

Drive

The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us

by Daniel Pink
"A highly practical guide to mastering your own psychology." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

3 people

The Power of Habit

Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business

by Charles Duhigg
"Great writing, interesting stories, and incredible insights on how to control your habits." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

8 people
  • Ray Dalio recommended this book
  • Scott Adams recommended this book
  • Tim Ferriss recommended this book
  • Naval Ravikant recommended this book
  • Kelly Starrett recommended this book
  • Mr. Money Mustache recommended this book
  • +2

    More recommendations

    • Max Levchin
      "Compiles a bunch of great academic neuroscience and applied psychology research on habit formation." - Max Levchin
    • Patrick Bet-David
      Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website.

With Winning in Mind

by Lanny R. Bassham
"You will come away with tips and tricks on how to win on arguably the most important battlefield: your mind." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Digital Minimalism

Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World

by Cal Newport
"An interesting perspective on how to live a focused life in a world full of noise." - Danny Miranda (Source)

Also recommended by

1 person
  • Jodie Cook recommended this book

25 Hours a Day

Going One More to Get What You Want

by Nick Bare
"You’ll get a look into what Ranger School and starting his business was actually like." - Danny Miranda (Source)

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