Recap - 2025

6 Best posts of the Year so far

Author

Ayush Chaturvedi
June 29, 2025

Hey there, how are you doing.

We’re at the half way point of the year, so I thought this was a good time to recap some of our most popular posts this year.

These are the 6 best posts most loved by readers.

I’m sure you’ll love revisiting them.

The Mountain is YOU

'The Mountain is You' by Brianna Wiest (Book Summary) | Transforming Self-Sabotage into Self-Mastery | Complete Book Summary

Discover the life-changing insights in Brianna Wiest's 'The Mountain Is You.' Learn powerful strategies to identify and overcome self-sabotage, heal emotional wounds, and transform obstacles into opportunities for growth. Our comprehensive summary reveals how to stop being your own biggest obstacle and start mastering your life.

wisdomproject.beehiiv.com/p/the-mountain-is-you

Rubber Ducking 101

🦆 Rubber Ducking 101

How to clear the fog | Wisdom Letter #292

wisdomproject.beehiiv.com/p/rubber-ducking-101

The Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon

The Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon Explained: Why You Keep Seeing the Same Thing Everywhere

Discover the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon, also known as the Frequency Illusion—a powerful cognitive bias that makes newly noticed things seem to appear everywhere. Learn real-life examples and the science behind this curious psychological effect.

wisdomproject.beehiiv.com/p/baader-meinhof-phenomenon-101

Seeking impartial news? Meet 1440.

Every day, 3.5 million readers turn to 1440 for their factual news. We sift through 100+ sources to bring you a complete summary of politics, global events, business, and culture, all in a brief 5-minute email. Enjoy an impartial news experience.

Bikeshedding 101

🚲 Bikeshedding 101 | Why We Focus on Trivial Details and Ignore Big Problems | The Wisdom Project

Discover the mental model of bike-shedding: why teams obsess over small, easy decisions while overlooking complex, critical issues. Learn how to spot it—and how to stay focused on what truly matters.

wisdomproject.beehiiv.com/p/bikeshedding-101

Zeigarnik Effect 101

Zeigarnik Effect Explained: The Psychology Behind Why You Can't Stop Thinking About Unfinished Work

The Zeigarnik Effect explains why your brain obsesses over unfinished tasks. This comprehensive guide reveals the psychology behind incomplete work anxiety, practical productivity strategies, and how to use this cognitive bias to your advantage. Transform mental overwhelm into focused achievement

wisdomproject.beehiiv.com/p/the-zeigarnik-effect-101

The IKEA Effect 101

The IKEA Effect: Why We Love What We Build (+ AI Prompts to Overcome Bias)

Discover why your DIY projects feel more valuable than store-bought alternatives. Learn how the IKEA Effect influences your decisions, relationships, and career choices. Plus: exclusive AI prompts to help you make objective assessments when your emotional investment clouds judgment. Perfect for makers, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers seeking clearer thinking.

wisdomproject.beehiiv.com/p/the-ikea-effect-101

That’s it for this week

See you next week

Cheers

Ayush and Aditi