Things I have learned in my life so far

by Stefan Sagmeister
Things I have learned in my life so far cover
Good Books rating 4.23
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  • Added: 2025-10-17
  • Updated: 2025-10-17
  • Reviews: 3
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The Creative Catalyst · 2019-10-09
engaging 4.50

The book is described as a readable blend of personal insights, design lessons, and reflections on happiness.

The reviewer enjoys the book's blend of personal insights, design lessons, and reflections on happiness, finding it both engaging and beautifully presented. They appreciate the author's unique perspective and the way the content is organized into small, manageable segments. The emotional depth and personal touch are highlighted as particularly appealing aspects of the book.

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    The result is readable blend of personal insights, great design lessons and his take on happiness.

    Beautifully presented as a series of small, digestible segments.

    The emotions that come out in the book are quite compelling.

Goodreads · 2019-01-18
inspiring 4.20

The book is praised for its quick, insightful pamphlets that spark new ideas. It's recommended for downtime reading at work or home.

This collection is highly regarded for its concise and thought-provoking pamphlets, each taking about five minutes to read. The reviewer appreciates how each segment can inspire new ideas, making it perfect for moments of downtime. The design and presentation are also highlighted as standout features, adding to the overall enjoyment and utility of the book.

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    Awesome design book to read when you have downtime at work or at home.

    Each pamphlet takes about 5 minutes to get through and typically spurs new ideas.

    As a designer, I found this book to be both inspiring and practical.

Bibliografik · 2019-01-18
thoughtful 4.00

The book is a collection of personal maxims that offer insights into the author's life and design philosophy.

The reviewer finds the book to be a unique blend of personal insights and design lessons, presented in a series of small, digestible segments. They appreciate the author's take on happiness and the beautifully presented format, which makes the content engaging and thought-provoking. The personal touch and emotional depth are particularly noted as strengths.

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    Things I Have Learned in My Life so Far by Stefan Sagmeister is a collection of his own personal maxims that he has accrued throughout his life.

    The book offers a blend of personal insights, great design lessons, and his take on happiness.

    Beautifully presented as a series of small, digestible segments.

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