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    Learning plan cover

    Read books & gain knowledge year-round

    LEARNING PLAN

    Read books & gain knowledge year-round

    In our information-rich world, the ability to efficiently read, comprehend, and retain knowledge is a fundamental skill for personal and professional growth. This learning plan helps anyone seeking to transform casual reading into a powerful tool for continuous learning and intellectual development.

    ByCommunity User
    2 h 18 m
    • 4 sections • 11 courses • Updated 2 hours ago
    Badass HabitsThe Science of Sticky Habits10 Days to Faster Reading11 sources

    How This Learning Plan Was Made

    This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Read books & gain knowledge year-round with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

    Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Read books & gain knowledge year-round.

    What You'll Learn

    • Establish consistent reading habits and effective techniques for better comprehension
    • Master speed reading methods to consume more books in less time
    • Develop critical thinking skills to extract deeper meaning from texts
    • Create effective systems for retaining and applying knowledge from books
    • Build a strategic approach to diverse reading that supports lifelong learning

    Establish consistent reading habits and learn efficient techniques to consume more books with greater comprehension and retention.

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    Badass Habits

    Transform your life with hilarious and practical guides to breaking and making empowering habits.

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    Stick with ItMaking Habits, Breaking HabitsAtomic HabitsRewire: Change Your Brain to Break Bad Habits, Overcome Addictions, Conquer Self-Destruc tive Behavior
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    The Science of Sticky Habits

    Discover why habits take 66 days (not 21) to form and how to make positive behaviors stick permanently. Learn the neuroscience behind the 40% of your day running on autopilot and how to architect lasting change.

    34 m

    Master advanced reading techniques to significantly increase your reading speed while maintaining comprehension, allowing you to consume more books in less time.

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    10 Days to Faster Reading

    Boost your reading speed and comprehension in just 10 days with practical techniques and exercises for efficient learning.

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    Breakthrough Rapid Reading

    Master speed reading techniques to boost comprehension and efficiency, transforming your reading habits with practical exercises and proven strategies.

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    Smart Reading: Practical Techniques That Actually Work

    Transform your reading from passive consumption to active understanding with proven techniques like finger pacing, purposeful reading, and active recall that boost both speed and retention.

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    Develop sophisticated critical thinking skills and effective knowledge retention strategies to extract maximum value from everything you read.

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    Reading Like a Writer

    A passionate guide for book lovers on how to read critically and write better by studying literary masters.

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    PeakThe Great Mental ModelsLearn BetterThe Little Book of Talent
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    Become a Knowledge Powerhouse

    Discover the science-backed strategies for expanding your knowledge base, from finding your learning sweet spot to building effective mental models that help information stick for the long term.

    15 m
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    The Art Of Thinking Clearly

    Uncover cognitive biases and logical fallacies to make better decisions in all aspects of life through 99 insightful chapters.

    8 m

    Expand your knowledge horizons by strategically diversifying your reading selections and integrating continuous learning as a core life practice.

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    Long Life Learning

    A visionary guide to lifelong learning for 100-year careers and evolving job markets.

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    How I track books and reading with ObsidianThe Ultimate Guide to Reading Journals for Book LoversStop forgetting what you read.Which Is the Best Book Tracking App? A Comparison of 5 Book Trackers
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    Transform Your Reading Life with Smart Book Tracking

    Discover powerful methods to remember, organize, and deepen your relationship with books-from high-tech Obsidian setups to simple paper journals that capture every literary journey.

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    Limitless Mind

    Unlock boundless learning potential with six keys to growth and adaptability.

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