Darya Sinusoid, Author at Shortform Books

Healthcare System Comparison: The U.S. vs. the World

How does the American healthcare system compare to other developed countries? Why is healthcare so expensive in America? Generally, healthcare systems in other countries show better quality for a lower cost compared to the United States. Despite the high amounts Americans spend on healthcare, it’s never quite clear what they are paying for—the medical outcomes are mediocre at best. This article takes a look at healthcare system comparison between the United States and several other developed countries, ranging in the degree of government intervention.

Peter Drucker’s 3-Step Time Management Method

What does Peter Druker have to say on time management? How does his time management approach differ from the more conventional methods? Peter Drucker’s time management approach consists of three steps: 1) analyze your time, 2) cut time-wasters, and 3) time block. This advice is different from what other time management books recommend in that it begins with analyzing how you currently spend your time. We’ll explore each of these steps and how they continue to be applied today.

Dale Carnegie on Religion: The Power of Faith

What role does religion play in your life? Do people who practice some form of religion or spirituality tend to be happier and more at peace with themselves? According to psychologist Dale Carnegie, religion and belief in a higher power is a powerful buffer against worries and stresses of life. Even if you don’t subscribe to traditional religion, you can still find a higher power and a type of prayer. Your prayers might look like: meditation, journaling, writing messages in bottles, or simply speaking them aloud to the universe. Here is how religion can help you alleviate worry and live

Stoicism and Death: Don’t Fear the Inevitable

What does Stoicism have to say about death? Is there a Stoic way to face death? Stoics see death not as something to brush under the carpet, but rather as a reality to confront and make peace with. Stoic philosophers even kept a human skull on their desk as a reminder of mortality. Here’s what Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and a distinguished Stoic philosopher, had to stay on Stoicism and death.

How to Be Likable: 5 Ways to Unleash Your Inner Charm

Can you learn how to be likable? What qualities are deemed likable by most people? Likability is not an attribute that you either have or don’t have—anyone can cultivate it. One of the distinguishing traits of likable people is that they show genuine friendship and kindness to others. Without further ado, here are five tips on how to be likable.

The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek: Book Overview

What is Simon Sinek’s The Infinite Game about? What is the key factor, according to its author, in sustaining long-term business success? In The Infinite Game, Simon Sinek explores the differences between infinite and finite games. He walks you through how to develop an infinite mindset that will put you and your organization on a path for long-term success in business. Here is a brief overview of the key concepts and ideas discussed in The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek.

The Anthropic Cosmological Principle Explained

Why is the universe appear as though it was fine-tuned for life to exist? What is the anthropic principle? In simple terms, the anthropic cosmological principle is the idea that, if we take the existence of life as a given condition of the universe, we can use it to deduce its fundamental life-giving properties. There are two versions of the anthropic principle—a weak one and a strong one. Keep reading to learn about the two variants of the anthropic cosmological principle.

Proof of the Big Bang Event: The Origin of Our Universe

Is the Big Bang just a theory or an established fact? Is there any proof of the Big Bang event? The Big Bang origin of the universe may sound far-fetched to some, but there is solid observational evidence supporting the theory. In 1965, astronomers Arno Penzias and Robert Wilson discovered microwave background radiation emanating from space—the remnant vibration from the Big Bang explosion. Here is how the Big Bang event became the most accepted theory on the origin of our universe.

Affordable Healthcare Act: Achievements and Pitfalls

Under what president was the Affordable Healthcare Act enacted? And what is the main reason it failed to live up to its promises? One of Obama’s hallmark achievements was passing the Affordable Care Act. While it made good progress in some areas, it ultimately fell very far from its original sweeping vision. Here’s an overview of its achievements and its pitfalls.

The Anatomy of Peace by the Arbinger Institute: Review

Is Arbinger Institute’s The Anatomy of Peace worth reading? What do you think is the main reason people get into conflict? The Anatomy of Peace by the Arbinger Institute builds upon the concepts of self-deception and justification laid out in its previous bestseller Leadership and Self-Deception. However, this time these principles are considered in the broader context of interpersonal, family, social, and political dynamics. Learn about the book’s authors, publication context, and critical reception.