The Almanack of Naval Ravikant

Getting rich is not just about luck; happiness is not just a trait we are born with. These aspirations may seem out of reach but building wealth and being happy are skills we can learn.

So what are these skills, and how do we learn them? What are the principles that should guide our efforts? What does progress really look like?

Naval Ravikant is an entrepreneur, philosopher, and investor who has captivated the world with his principles for building wealth and creating long-term happiness.

The Almanack of Naval Ravikant is a collection of Naval's wisdom and experience from the last ten years, shared as a curation of his most insightful interviews and poignant reflections. This isn't a how-to book, or a step-by-step gimmick. Instead, through Naval's own words, you will learn how to walk your own unique path toward a happier, wealthier life.

Notable Quotes from The Almanack of Naval Ravikant

On wealth and success:

• "You will get rich by giving society what it wants but doesn't yet know how to get. At scale."

• "The most important skill for getting rich is becoming a perpetual learner."

• "When you find the right thing to do, when you find the right people to work with, invest deeply."  

On life and happiness:

• "Happiness is when you remove the sense of something missing in your life."

• "Desire is a contract you make with yourself to be unhappy until you get what you want."

• "The answer to the meaning of life is “because.” You get to make up the answer and create your own meaning."

On philosophy and personal growth:

• "An attainable superpower is solitude."

• "Meditation is slowing your busy mind, giving up the idea of problems, and seeking peace from your mind by watching your mind all day long."

• "The only way to truly learn something is by doing it."

On relationships and community:

• "The best people to be around are the people who make you want to be better."

• "Your network is your net worth."

• "Build a reputation for being helpful and trustworthy."