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Unlock your potential with Mindvalley. Start your free 7 day trial go.mindvalley.com/JEk8Suyq. Self-doubt is one of the biggest obstacles that's affecting even some of the world's most successful and top performers. Want to improve every area of your life? Become a Mindvalley member to unlock 100+ quests on mind, body, soul and entrepreneurship 👉 go.mindvalley.com/gCuwF0MS
According to confidence and motivation expert Florencia Andres, it's not about numbing yourself to the doubt... But what you do in the face of self-doubt.
And in the process? Unlock total and unstoppable self-confidence to drive you to the pinnacles of success in every area of your life.
ABOUT FLORENCIA ANDRES
In 2020, Florencia Andres and her mother Veronica became the first authors to host a Mindvalley Quest in their native Spanish, the quest 'Confianza Total' is now available for all Mindvalley Members.
Together with her mother, Florencia has published four books, all of which became bestsellers. They are Confianza Total, Todo es posible, Confianza Total Para tus Hijos, and Renuévat have sold over half a million copies, leading to the pair becoming the first women in 40 years to win the "Gold Book Award."
Unlock your potential with Mindvalley. Start your free 7 day trial go.mindvalley.com/JEk8Suyq. Self-doubt is one of the biggest obstacles that's affecting even some of the world's most successful and top performers. Want to improve every area of your life? Become a Mindvalley member to unlock 100+ quests on mind, body, soul and entrepreneurship 👉 go.mindvalley.com/gCuwF0MS
According to confidence and motivation expert Florencia Andres, it's not about numbing yourself to the doubt... But what you do in the face of self-doubt.
And in the process? Unlock total and unstoppable self-confidence to drive you to the pinnacles of success in every area of your life.
ABOUT FLORENCIA ANDRES
In 2020, Florencia Andres and her mother Veronica became the first authors to host a Mindvalley Quest in their native Spanish, the quest 'Confianza Total' is now available for all Mindvalley Members.
Together with her mother, Florencia has published four books, all of which became bestsellers. They are Confianza Total, Todo es posible, Confianza Total Para tus Hijos, and Renuévat have sold over half a million copies, leading to the pair becoming the first women in 40 years to win the "Gold Book Award."










![How Reading Books Boosts Critical Thinking and Reduces Stress | Kristina Mand-Lakhiani
Unlock your potential with Mindvalley. Start your free 7 day trial https://go.mindvalley.com/JEk8Suyq. Do you ever wonder why reading is so highly recommended for personal growth?
In this talk, Kristina Mand-Lakhiani uncovers why long-form reading, like books and essays, is essential for critical thinking, mental clarity, and overall success. She also shares her personal journey of writing and how the new Mindvalley Book Club aims to bring the best personal growth books to readers worldwide.
🕒 Timestamps:
[0:00] The Brain Benefits of Long-Form Reading
Kristina discusses how reading 10,000 words or more activates parts of the brain that shorter content and audiobooks dont reach.
[2:08] How Many Books Do You Read a Year?
Reflect on your reading habits and discover how the average American reads only 12.6 books a year.
[6:58] Why Long-Form Reading Is Crucial for Critical Thinking
Kristina explains how reading books improves focus, cognitive abilities, and develops critical thinking.
[9:37] Are We Just Buying Books to Decorate Our Shelves?
Kristina humorously explores the disconnect between buying books and actually reading them.
[21:11] Behind the Scenes of Writing a Book
Get a glimpse into Kristina’s journey of publishing her book, Becoming Flawesome, and the challenges authors face.
[29:22] Introducing the Mindvalley Book Club
Learn why Kristina created the Mindvalley Book Club to spotlight the best new personal growth books and support authors.
[41:05] Lessons from the Best Personal Growth Books of 2024
Kristina shares insights from the most powerful books released this year and their life-changing ideas.
Watch this inspiring talk and discover how books can transform not just your mind, but your entire life!
Unlock your potential and transform your mindset through the power of reading with Kristina Mand-Lakhiani’s insights. Join the Mindvalley Membership and become the best version of yourself—one life-changing book at a time 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/_Hq1yjLR
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