Think Big by Ben Carson Summary
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Dr. Ben Carson's THINK BIG unveils a transformative acronym - Talent, Honesty, Insight, Knowledge - that earned 4.25 stars from 3,600+ readers. This Presidential Medal recipient's framework became so influential it spawned educational programs nationwide. What's your untapped potential?
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Unlocking Your Potential Through Expanded Vision
What transforms a failing fifth-grade student into one of the world's most celebrated neurosurgeons? Dr. Ben Carson's journey from the bottom of his class to pioneering revolutionary surgical procedures at Johns Hopkins Hospital reveals that greatness often begins with a simple shift in perspective. When Carson's mother limited television to just two pre-selected programs weekly and mandated reading two library books with written reports, she unknowingly set in motion a transformation that would save countless lives. Within eighteen months, young Ben moved from the bottom to the top of his class. The pivotal moment came in fifth grade when he correctly identified obsidian in science class, earning his teacher's enthusiastic praise. Suddenly, he wasn't "the class dummy" anymore-he was discovering his potential through expanded vision. This philosophy-thinking beyond apparent limitations-became Carson's lifelong approach to seemingly impossible challenges. What if the barriers we perceive aren't really barriers at all? What if they're simply invitations to find another path forward? Carson's story reminds us that our circumstances don't determine our potential-our vision does.
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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