Books That Will Expand the Way You See Everything
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Because a lucky mind is a well-informed one
At Lucky Mind we believe that a truly lucky mind is not born - its built
Our principle is simple; luck favors the the prepared, the curious, and the conscious. That’s why our mission revolves around the belief that education and inspiration are catalysts for advancement. We aim to empower our community by providing accessible information and dismantling barriers to learning. That means covering a wide range of topics that often get overlooked—from health, science, society, art, economy, culture, and more.
The following ten books are meant to expand what you know. They’ll challenge how you see the world, yourself, and everything in between. Think of them as lenses—each offering a different angle on reality. The more you read, the more your vision sharpens—not just outward, but inward too.
Life 3.0: being human in the age of artificial intelligence - Max Tegmark
All We Can Save - Ayana Elizabeth Johnson & Katharine K. Wilkinson
1. Meditations – Marcus Aurelius
📚 Domain: 🧠 Neuroscience & Psychology + 🧬 Health & Well-being
Why Read It: Because inner peace isn't passive—it’s practiced. Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher, reflects on life, mortality, power, and the discipline of the mind. His thoughts are private, honest, and timeless. You’re not just reading philosophy—you’re watching someone hold themselves accountable to it. It connects to psychology by offering insight into emotional regulation, self-reflection, and cognitive discipline—skills foundational to a resilient mind.
Find the book here : Meditations - Marcus aurelius
2. The Art of War – Sun Tzu
📚 Domain: 📈 Business & Economics + 🌎 Current Affairs & Politics
Why Read It: Because success, in life or leadership, is rarely about force. This ancient Chinese military manual teaches strategy as a form of balance, patience, and perception. Every lesson—about timing, energy, and knowing your opponent—is as applicable to modern life as it was on the battlefield. It's about how to think strategically in any domain—relationships, leadership, negotiation. A sharp, philosophical guide to winning without brute force.
Find the book here : Art of War - Sun Tzu
3. The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat – Oliver Sacks
📚 Domain: 🧠 Neuroscience & Psychology
Why Read It: Because the brain is more mysterious than we realize—and more fragile. Through bizarre and moving neurological case studies, Oliver Sacks shows how perception, memory, and identity can twist, fracture, and adapt. It’s a lesson in empathy as much as in neuroscience. It directly explores neurological disorders and brain function, helping readers understand the mind not just as an idea—but as a biological system shaped by experience.
Find the book here : The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat - Oliver Saks
4. The Brain That Changes Itself – Norman Doidge, M.D.
📚 Domain: 🧠 Neuroscience & Psychology + 🧬 Health & Well-being
Why Read It: Because change isn’t just possible—it’s built into your biology. Doidge explores the concept of neuroplasticity through powerful stories of healing and transformation. You’ll leave this book with a new respect for the brain—and for your own ability to rewire it. It intersects health and neuroscience by demonstrating how mental and physical health are interconnected through the brain’s ability to rewire itself.
Find the book here : The Brain that Changes Itself - Norman Doidge M.D.
5. The Tempest – William Shakespeare
📚 Domain: 🎭 Arts & Culture
Why Read It: Because some stories age, and others echo. In this tale of betrayal, power, exile, and forgiveness, Shakespeare weaves magic and morality together in a way that still resonates. It’s a mirror of control, revenge, and letting go—set on an island but aimed at the human psyche. It invites readers into conversations about power, control, freedom, and identity—conversations that are as vital now as they were when the play was first written.
Find the book here : The Tempest - William Shakespeare
6. Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence – Max Tegmark
📚 Domain: 🔬 Science & Technology
Why Read It: Because the future is being built faster than we can process it. Tegmark walks us through the promises and perils of AI, encouraging us to ask hard questions about consciousness, ethics, and survival in a world where machines might one day outthink us. It’s not science fiction—it’s right now. It helps readers understand the technological frontier shaping our world, and why the ethical design of AI may be one of the most important issues of our time.
Find the book here : Life 3.0: being human in the age of artificial intelligence - Max Tegmark
7. Homegoing – Yaa Gyasi
📚 Domain: 🌎 Current Affairs & Politics + 🎭 Arts & Culture
Why Read It: Because what we inherit is more than blood. This sweeping novel follows two half-sisters—one sold into slavery, the other married to a slaver—and the generations that follow. It's a devastating and beautiful reflection on how history shapes identity, trauma, and survival. It explores the lasting political, cultural, and social impacts of slavery and colonization across continents and centuries.
Find the book here : Homegoing - Yaa Gyasi
8. The Jungle – Upton Sinclair
📚 Domain: 📈 Business & Economics + 🌎 Current Affairs & Politics
Why Read It: Because sometimes, seeing the system clearly is the beginning of real change. This early 20th-century novel exposed the brutal conditions of immigrant laborers in Chicago’s meatpacking industry. It’s not just about food—it’s about exploitation, corruption, and the dark side of the American Dream. It connects deeply to economic justice and labor rights, revealing how capitalism, regulation, and class struggles shape entire industries and lives.
Find the book here : The Jungle - Upton Sinclair
9. Facing the Anthropocene – Ian Angus
📚 Domain: 🌱 Environment & Sustainability + 🌎 Current Affairs & Politics
Why Read It: Because climate change isn’t just a crisis—it’s a consequence. Angus argues that our ecological collapse is tied to capitalism, inequality, and unchecked industrialization. This isn’t a gentle wake-up call—it’s a map of the system and a push to imagine something better. It breaks down how political and economic systems drive ecological collapse, positioning climate justice as a structural—not just individual—challenge.
Find the book here : Facing Anthropocene - Ian Angus
10. All We Can Save – Edited by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson & Katharine K. Wilkinson
📚 Domain: 🌱 Environment & Sustainability + 🧬 Health & Well-being
Why Read It: Because hope needs help. This anthology of essays, poetry, and ideas from women climate leaders blends activism, science, and storytelling. It's vulnerable, bold, and clear: we need more than solutions—we need courage, creativity, and connection. It bridges environmental sustainability with emotional resilience and collective well-being, emphasizing the human side of climate activism.
Find the book here : All We Can Save - Ayana Elizabeth Johnson & Katharine K. Wilkinson
So...
A lucky life doesn’t start with circumstance—it starts with perspective. With pattern recognition. With awareness. And every book you read sharpens those tools.
At Lucky Mind, we believe knowledge is more than just information—it's leverage, clarity, and confidence.
These ten books are not about memorizing facts or collecting quotes. They’re about upgrading the way you interpret the world and your place in it. Some will open your eyes to systems you’ve lived under but never questioned. Others will ask you to sit still with yourself and look inward. Together, they form a mental toolkit—one that spans strategy, empathy, innovation, healing, and hope.
So read widely. Think critically. Stay curious. Because a prepared, conscious, and informed mind doesn’t just get lucky—it creates luck.
Which one will you start with?
