Book 2 - Think Again by Adam Grant

 Think Again is a book I choose because of how much I enjoy books that challenge our way of thinking. I've read a handful of books before that range in topics going in this direction and this was one of many books I was already considering reading. Having actually read through it now, I can understand why so many people vouched for it. Adam Grant goes in depth inn this book over various ways to approach the way we think in a way that expands on our preconceived notions and ideas. Considering the seemingly impossible and being open to reshaping our beliefs and way of thinking in a way that can empower us with tools to better use our minds to go about our work and life.

A particular moment that stood out to me was firefighter Wagner Dodge's story, surviving a wildfire through his quick thinking. These split second decisions he acted on that made the difference between him surviving and not are stories that drive Adam Grant's wisdom within the book further, helping us understand how impactful reframing our mind is in even the most dire moments. Other stories like his talks about Steve Jobs and his way of thinking, matching that of what Grant talks about, drive the points further. 

Grant has a way of telling stories aligned with proven research that help make his points carry more weight. They stick much more and have me walking away from the book understanding how great the benefits are of opening up my mind further. The frameworks he teaches I feel can apply to anyone in any field in any stage of life, and I feel like that is the point: our mindset shapes who we are. Our mind is so powerful, it is an understatement to say we take that for granted. If we seek to use our minds with more intention and allow it the space to think beyond our own perceptions and realities, amazing things can happen. Being open to more and being flexible in such a way helps make life much more navigable and easier to understand when things make the least sense.

Comments

  1. Richard LinMarch 28, 2025 at 4:56 PM

    Hi Jake, this is a great analysis, and I think that reading a book that challenges your perspective is a very underrated and fulfilling way to grow your mindset. I agree that the mind is powerful yet understated tool, and I really enjoyed learning this through your blog.

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  2. Megan AvedMarch 30, 2025 at 11:57 AM

    Hi Jake--I read Think Again too, and I couldn’t agree more with your analysis. Grant expertly combines research with anecdotes/real-world examples, making the book engaging, relatable, well-contextualized, and convincing. I would highly recommend others give it a read!

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  3. Paul GomezMarch 31, 2025 at 8:18 PM

    I liked how you emphasized the power of being open to changing your mindset. The firefighter story sounds intense, and it’s cool how Grant uses moments like that to show how thinking differently can literally save lives. Your take makes me want to check this book out.

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  4. EugeneApril 1, 2025 at 12:34 AM

    Hi Jake, this was a great review. The way you highlighted Wagner Dodge's survival story shows how powerful mental flexibility can be in life-or-death situations. I wonder how the specific thinking frameworks have had an effect on your own life. The idea that our mindset shapes everything about our experience is very profound. Thanks for sharing your take!

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