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NXT PERSONALITY ARCHETYPE
PHILOSOPHER
NTBV | INSIGHT

Useful Resources

Welcome to our specially curated list of useful resources for the
Philosopher archetype. We created this section because it is important for one to be strategic in their reading and learning approach, rather than relying on chance to stumble upon materials that may or may not benefit their personal growth.

It is what you read when you
don't have to that determines what
you will be when you can't help it.

Oscar Wilde

Navigating the vast sea of books and resources can be a daunting task, and the process of sifting through irrelevant or unhelpful content can be time-consuming and exhausting. At Personality Ninja, we recognize the importance of investing in quality resources to maximize self-development. And that is why we have taken the time to carefully review and select only the best resources relevant to your archetype. By doing so, we aim to provide you with the most effective tools and materials to help you accelerate your personal growth.

Rest assured that every link shared here has been carefully reviewed and evaluated by our team. We take great pride in recommending only those resources that we personally find worthwhile, so you can have no doubt that these suggestions have been hand-picked with your archetype's needs in mind.

We understand that trust is key when it comes to sharing resources for personal growth. Therefore, we want to be upfront and let you know that none of the links included in our list are affiliated or sponsored in any way. Our sole objective is to provide you with a carefully crafted selection of resources that we believe will support your growth and development in the most meaningful way possible.

The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge.

Stephen Hawking

Besides that, do know that we occasionally update this page with fresh links and information, so be sure to check back periodically. Our team is committed to keeping our resources relevant and up-to-date, so you can continue to rely on us as a trusted source of valuable information and inspiration for your journey of personal growth.

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Recommended Books

Here you will find a selection of books that have been specially chosen according to your personality type. We hope that you enjoy exploring this collection and find a book that speaks to you and helps you grow.

  • Principles: Life and Work (Ray Dalio)
    If you’re seeking to establish your own set of guiding principles, this book is invaluable. Drawing upon decades of life experience, Ray Dalio shares the framework behind his choices and decisions.
    Link information last updated on 3rd December 2021.

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Suggested Articles

The following is a curated list of articles tailored to your unique personality type. These articles offer valuable insights and perspectives, helping you tap into your full potential.

  • Three Methods for Working with Chaos
    While some may dislike chaos and find it disruptive, others embrace the unexpected, harnessing it as a tool for greater wisdom. This article will change the way you deal with the unexpected.
    Link information last updated on 28th April 2023.
  • Why Facts Don’t Change Our Minds
    Some people are just impervious to logic and reason. Hence, rather than changing their minds through arguments, here is a more intelligent approach to convincing them.
    Link information last updated on 28th April 2023.
  • One Thing You Should Know About Our Uncertain Reality
    Life is an ever-changing journey full of twists and turns. In the face of such uncertainty, we are presented with a choice: resist change and suffer, or embrace it and thrive.
    Link information last updated on 28th April 2023.
  • The Me Monster
    While most of us know that measuring our achievements against others is pointless, it can still be a challenge to just stop. This article shows how to overcome comparison anxiety and finally be content.
    Link information last updated on 28th April 2023.
  • The Evolutionary Benefit of Friendship
    Although it may not seem like it, building relationships is essential for your life. Not only do friends make you smarter, as this article shows, a network of friends is also necessary for your happiness.
    Link information last updated on 28th April 2023.
  • The Best Traits You Need for Success
    The capacity for ingenuity and strategizing are some of humanity’s greatest assets. However, without embodying the right values, even the most brilliant ideas would be hollow and meaningless.
    Link information last updated on 28th April 2023.

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Inspiring Quotes

Here is a selection of quotes by famous individuals who share your archetype. Whether you’re seeking motivation, a bit of inspiration, or just something to relate to, we've got you covered.

  • All my life I've been rowing against the tide.
    What can I do? It seems I was born that way.
    Jose Mujica
  • We seldom realize, that our most private
    thoughts and emotions are not actually
    our own. For we think in terms of languages
    and images which we did not invent,
    but which were given to us by our society.
    Alan Watts
  • Everything is a gift. The degree to which
    we are awake to this truth is a measure
    of our gratefulness, and gratefulness
    is a measure of our aliveness.
    David Steindl-Rast
  • Intelligent, violent rule uses sugar, and only
    afterwards the whip. First, they feed you
    sugar so you will obey; however, if you
    don’t obey, you will be eliminated.
    Dieter Duhm
  • Democracy is the only solution to the
    climate crisis since the only thing that could
    get us out of this situation is, right now, at least
    in my point of view, is massive public pressure.
    So that is one of the biggest solutions to the
    climate crisis, which I see, so of course
    democracy is the only way forward.
    Greta Thunberg

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There is no wealth like knowledge
and no poverty like ignorance.

And with that we conclude our personality type description for The Philosopher archetype. We wish you all the best in your journey of self-discovery and may you find fulfillment and joy within! ツ