UFC analyst Joe Rogan is a polymath. Which essentially means that he has a substantial amount of knowledge, in diverse fields. Rogan credits this vast amount of knowledge to the massive library of books that he uploaded into his brain. Because books are a fundamental tool to gain knowledge, more than any other form of media. However, today, people are more interested in accepting knowledge from apps like TikTok. Instead of taking the hard route, of going through a long book. Even ‘Punisher’ Actor Jon Bernthal had a point in his life when reading changed his life for the better.
Joe Rogan believes books are crucial for human beings
In episode 1916 of JRE, The BJJ black belter truly encouraged the spirit of reading books, as it’s the only way to learn other perspectives. But understood why people struggle to develop a habit. Many might argue that books aren’t as accessible as films or even shorter content, that are readily available. However, books contain the true essence of what a person is trying to communicate, an idea.
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And Rogan believes that’s what makes us human. To share ideas and build from one another.
Rogan said, “You gotta take in other people’s perspectives and work…”
“It’s such a vital part of being a human being.”
“It takes a while for people to understand…”
He argued that books require discipline, but are an unbelievable resource that everyone must utilize.
It’s such an unbelievably available resource, here in America.” “… and yet people would rather go on TikTok.”
But people flock towards the more easily processed content, such as TikTok videos. Rather than work for their adrenaline and read books. The podcast host even recommended a book that changed his life.
Jon Bernthal shared the best advice he got
Marvel Actor Jon Bernthal realized the importance of books through an incident. Back then, he wasn’t into the habit of reading. But, a teacher from Russia gave him some advice, which changed his life for the better.
Bernthal shared “they’re like ‘from this moment on. Never let there be another day where you’re not reading a book.”
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“And… And I took them up on that”
“Really, really was some of the best advice I ever got.”
Therefore, Reading books really is a life-changing habit.
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What do you prefer more, TikTok or books?