Sekar Writes
A Collection of Nonfiction Books Review and Personal Notes
Welcome!
Take a look around my blog, where I bring you book reviews filled with knowledges and favorite quotes. Alongside my literary explorations, I share personal stories and some side projects.
“Some books are undeservedly forgotten; none are undeservedly remembered.”
W.H. Auden, The Dyer’s Hand and Other Essays
Latest Book Reviews
Check out my nonfiction book reviews, featuring thoughts, summaries, and favorite quotes.
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Review and Summary: The Science of Why We Exist
in Book ReviewThe Science of Why We Exist offers a solid understanding of why we’re here and what had to happen to make life possible.
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Review and Summary: The Gift of Anxiety
in Book ReviewLearn to embrace anxiety with The Gift of Anxiety by Diante Fuchs, offering easy exercises and tips for better emotional well-being.
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Review and Summary: All It Takes Is a Goal
in Book ReviewWhether you’re seeking your potential or just need a nudge in the right direction, find clarity and confidence in this book.
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Review: Abdi’s World
in Book ReviewA book about life, running, and living that subtly fills you with inspiration, leaving you surprised at how quickly you’ve finished it.
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Review and Summary: Un-Glued
in Book ReviewUn-glued explains sugar’s hidden dangers and the potential of stem cell therapy—a must-read on the diet-health connection.
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Review and Summary: The Status Game
in Book ReviewThe Status Game reveals why human seek status and change the way you see yourself and others, backed by thorough research.
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Review and Summary: Practical Optimism
in Book ReviewLearn how to stay optimistic with Practical Optimism, a guide that offers practical advice through eight pillars of practical optimism.
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Review and Summary: Good Energy
in Book ReviewAchieve better health with Good Energy’s tips on metabolism, simplified science explanations, fun quizzes, and energy-boosting recipes.
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Review: But What Will People Say?
in Book ReviewA book that explores immigration challenges and multicultural identity, offering personal insights and healing reflections.
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Review and Summary: Everyday Rituals
in Book ReviewEveryday Rituals is a great book for anyone who wants to understand why we follow routines and how they help us.
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Review and Summary: Less is More
in Book ReviewLearn how simple living and fair wealth distribution can create a sustainable and happy life in Less is More by Jason Hickel.
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Review and Summary: Why Is This a Question?
in Book ReviewA beginner-friendly book that explores the origins of language, blending history and linguistics for an engaging read.
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Review: The Canary Code
in Book ReviewCreate inclusive workplaces with The Canary Code. Get practical advice and key insights for fostering neurodiversity and belonging.
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Review and Summary: Being Mortal
in Book ReviewBeing Mortal by Atul Gawande highlights the importance of caring for the elderly and ensuring a good quality of life as they age.
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Review and Summary: Psychedelics
in Book ReviewA comprehensive guide to psychedelics, perfect for beginners—engaging, informative, and easy to understand.
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Review: The Education Wars
in Book ReviewA book that discusses the complex relationship between education and politics, the important role of schools, and the challenges they face.
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Review and Summary: On the Origin of Being
in Book ReviewA book on how ancestral wisdom enhances modern life through better sleep, nutrition, work-life balance, and living in harmony with nature.
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Review and Summary: The Tyranny of Merit
in Book ReviewExplore the ideas behind merit in The Tyranny of Merit, revealing its darker side and impact on success, fairness, and societal values.
Browse Books by Genre
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You’ll likely find it in these categories!
- Biographies and Memoirs (32)
- Biology and Life Sciences (12)
- Child Development and Parenting (13)
- Climate Change (2)
- Cooking and Culinary (3)
- Critical Thinking and Research Skills (15)
- Data and Statistics (8)
- Economics (6)
- Education and Learning (10)
- Essays (26)
- Evolutionary Biology (6)
- Fitness and Human Performance (23)
- Health and Medicine (30)
- Leadership and Career (8)
- Life Transitions (11)
- Linguistics (4)
- Literature (2)
- Luck and Chance (3)
- Mathematics (2)
- Mindfulness (3)
- Nature (21)
- Neuroscience (13)
- Poetry (15)
- Politics and Society (41)
- Productivity (25)
- Psychology and Behavioral Science (49)
- Science (44)
- Self-Development (78)
- Technology and AI (10)
- UI/UX (2)
- Women's Studies (6)
- Writing (9)
Life in the Margins
Here’s what else you’ll find on this blog.
Reading Life
- About the novels I couldn’t put down and keep track of my reading journey.
Journaling
- Writing is how I make sense of things. Notes from my journal: observations, reflections, and the small things worth remembering.
Fresh Flower Care
- There’s something quietly grounding about tending to fresh flowers. Notes on keeping them beautiful and alive for longer.
Home Gardening
- Growing things at home with a lot of curiosity. Notes from my small gardening experiments.
Life in Helsinki, Finland
- Living in Helsinki has shaped how I read, think, and move through the world. A little window into daily life in the north.
Hi, I am Sekar!
My passion for reading (at least) one book a week fuels my love for books and drives me to share the insights with others.
With a background in medical science, I enjoy compiling and sharing the fascinating knowledge I gain along the way.
Feel free to reach out and join me in celebrating our shared love for books!
Books let us know we’re not the center of the universe; the universe has many centers.
Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie