Real Problems

99% of the time what we THINK is the problem is actually NOT the problem. We’ve all been there. You thought you solved a tough problem, and then it’s back again. Or you’ve worked and reworked your solution and you’re hitting dead ends. Why? We have been taught to find answers to problems, not to question the problem itself. We are still using strategies we learned in elementary school to solve complex, non-routine, difficult and potentially dangerous problems.

*A Best Book of the Year by NPR and Esquire* "A remarkable book." —Steve Martin "An illumating and stereotype-busting history of Native Americans and comedy" (The Washington Post) from Kliph Nesteroff, “the human encyclopedia of comedy” (VICE). It was one of the most reliable jokes in...

The world's most entertaining and useless self-help guide, from the brilliant mind behind the wildly popular webcomic xkcd and the #1 New York Times bestsellers What If? and Thing Explainer For any task you might want to do, there's a right way, a wrong way, and a way so monumentally...

A darkly funny short story about one woman’s reflections on the routes she’s taken through life and the detours she’s made along the way. Doubts and guilt swirl through her mind as she rides the train to her fertility appointment. Each stop stirs up introspective thoughts on her marriage, the loss of her baby, and the lover who got away—contemplations that push her ever closer to wondering if she’s made the right decisions.

The Real-World Blueprint to Critical Thinking, Logic & Decision Making is the guide you need. Backed by cognitive science and grounded in real-life examples, this hands-on workbook helps you outthink bias, avoid manipulation, and make better choices in every area of life.

Why this book HOA Problems Solved: An Essential Guide for Homeowners and Board Members Are you thinking of buying a home in a development with a homeowners association (HOA)? Or are you already living in one and feeling frustrated by the rules, fees, and conflicts? If so, you need to read HOA Problems Solved: An Essential Guide for Homeowners and Board Members. This book will give you the facts, insights, and strategies you need to deal with common HOA issues and protect your rights as a homeowner. You will learn: - How HOAs came to be and why they have so much power over your property and ...

📘 Practical Electrical Engineering Real-World Problems • Diagrams • NEC Standards • 500+ Solved ExamplesYour Complete Guide to Circuits, Transformers, Motors, and Panels Electrical engineering doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Practical Electrical Engineering takes you beyond theory and gives you the tools to design, analyze, and troubleshoot real systems with confidence. This book bridges the gap between classroom concepts and field applications by combining: ✔ Concise explanations – Circuits, transformers, motors, conductors, breakers, panels, grounding, and lighting. ✔ ...

Your complete, exam-ready companion for passing the Civil PE – Structural Depth Exam. Master the concepts. Build real design intuition. Practice with confidence. The Civil Engineering PE License – Structural Depth Exam Review is a comprehensive, high-precision study resource for engineers preparing for the Structural Depth portion of the NCEES Civil PE exam. Built around the latest CBT exam format and reference handbook, this guide delivers the exact blend of lessons, examples, and realistic practice problems you need to pass on your first attempt. Designed for busy professionals and ...

You are a celestial being created from the cosmos. There is no need to be an astrologer to look up to the stars. They exist for all of us, and are ready to share their all-knowing truth. The stars have answers for all of your questions and curiosities.

Get straight to the point with a toolkit that turns tough problems into clear solutions.

The hardest part of leadership is mastering the inevitable high-risk, high-stakes challenges you will face. Whether you're making a split-second decision when your business is knocked sideways or you're finding the best strategy to navigate business-critical long-term circumstances, how can you be in peak form in those most crucial moments? Leadership coaching legends David Noble and Carol Kauffman show you how with their innovative new framework—MOVE—which equips you with the tactics you need to slow down high-stakes situations before they speed you up.

If you constantly second-guess yourself, overanalyze small decisions, or feel mentally drained trying to solve problems, this audiobook offers a transformative shift. Designed for busy professionals and thinkers ready to level up their logic, this powerful 10-in-1 guide gives you the clarity and structure you’ve been missing. Through modern examples, proven tools, and timeless mental models, you’ll learn how to think critically under pressure, make confident decisions, and protect yourself from manipulation, bias, and misinformation. This isn’t about learning more—it’s about thinking better.

How are you? Are you well? Do you remember what it is like to feel good? Or maybe you never felt very good throughout your whole life. Feeling good happens for a reason. It is when all the cells of your body have what they need to function properly, and that is the reason we feel well. You will enjoy reading this book because it will answer many questions you may have about your health and the cause of disease. It will show you how to become healthy and avoid the culprits of aging. You will learn which supplements are essential, such as Vitamin D, Magnesium, Iodine, Lithium and Zinc. You ...

Edge AI is transforming the way computers interact with the real world, allowing IoT devices to make decisions using the 99% of sensor data that was previously discarded due to cost, bandwidth, or power limitations. With techniques like embedded machine learning, developers can capture human intuition and deploy it to any target—from ultra-low power microcontrollers to embedded Linux devices.

This book is a sequel to my successful "AI Prompt Engineering A Beginners Workbook”. For readers who have mastered the art of prompt engineering, Mastery and Monetization focuses on exactly what you need to do to monetize your skills. As you know, the world is changing fast—and for once, opportunity isn’t limited to giant companies with deep pockets. AI gives everyday people the power to solve problems, automate work, and create value at a scale we’ve never seen before. The only question is: will you be a consumer of AI… or a builder with it? AI Mastery & Monetization is a field-...

What If the Real Problem… Is Math Itself? As a substitute teacher, homeschooling parent, and unapologetic cultural critic, Theo Rhising takes a blowtorch to the sacred cow of compulsory math—revealing how this outdated rite of passage crushes curiosity, squanders youth, and props up a system more concerned with compliance than critical thinking. Why are teens still forced through years of abstract math they'll never use—trig, calculus, polynomials—while graduating clueless about taxes, budgeting, or building a life that actually works? Why is math treated as sacred when, for most, ...

The Trolley Problem Explained: Understanding the Philosophy, Ethics, and Real-World Impact of Moral Decision-Making is your comprehensive guide to one of the most fascinating and influential thought experiments in moral philosophy. From its origins in the work of Philippa Foot and Judith Jarvis Thomson to its modern applications in medicine, artificial intelligence, law enforcement, and military ethics, this book explores the trolley problem from every angle. Each chapter offers a unique perspective—philosophical, psychological, and cultural—ensuring a deep and well-rounded ...

3 books in 1 Unique life philosophy, powerful techniques & formulas to expand consciousness, raise karma, relinquish negativity, find your eternal reality, awaken the soul within and become a master thinker having tremendous control over emotions & focus; A REAL YOU who has been created to win in each & every situation/moment of life be it any!!! It does not mean that problems will end in life. In fact, problems are inevitable, part of everybody's life & a perfect divine plan to make you grow & evolve in life. Then what is the problem; it is the loss of your natural ability to cross hurdles...

Read by the author. Are you overwhelmed by clutter, constant mess, and the mental load of daily responsibilities? It's time to break free from the chaos and create a home that works for you—using a fresh approach to decluttering that will simplify your space, reduce stress, and free up your...

Unlock Your Leadership Potential with Mindset for PMP Are you ready to develop the adaptive mindset of a top-performing project manager? If the answer is YES, then Mindset for PMP is the perfect resource for you!If you find yourself struggling with high-pressure decision-making, team leadership, or staying focused under stress, this book provides the mental frameworks and practical tools to bridge the gap between knowledge and execution. This isn’t just another theory-heavy book—it’s a hands-on guide packed with real-world scenarios, practical exercises, and leadership strategies to ...