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Wisdom for the Future: A Review of ‘The Potentialist’ by Ben Lytle

‘The Potentialist: The Pursuit of Wisdom’ is Ben Lytle’s second book in The Potentialist series. Photo: Barnes & Noble

Ben Lytle’s “The Potentialist: The Pursuit of Wisdom” is a thought-provoking guide that explores how individuals can unlock their full potential by cultivating wisdom. The book serves as a practical roadmap, offering insights on self-awareness, lifelong learning, and personal growth. Lytle breaks down the often elusive concepts of wisdom and human potential, making them accessible to anyone willing to embrace change and self-improvement.

It begins with the goal of the book: “This book will show you how to achieve your potential, become wise, make better decisions, have deeper relationships, and live well with only a small investment in time.” After he defines wisdom, he goes into how we can cultivate consciousness and explains several natural laws, such as the Law of Cause and Effect and the Law of Polarity. Finally, he ends with a list of discussion questions for further personal examination for individuals or discussion/book clubs such as Why is life so hard and sometimes seemingly cruel? and Why do some people suffer more than others?

The book is divided as such:

Part 1 – Your Place in the World

  • Potential, Wisdom, and the Art of Living Well
  • Life’s Unavoidable Questions
  • Natural Law
  • The Inner World of Your Psychological Body

Part II – Advanced Skills

  • Cultivating Consciousness
  • Conscious Intention
  • Learning States
  • Intimacy

Part III – Approaching Potential

  • Reframing Fear
  • Getting Out of Your Way
  • Your Potential and Wisdom

Highlight:

Chapter 6 – Conscious Intention – where the author examines the Law of Cause and Effect in the modern age of electronic communications. It has increased the denial of cause and effect when it comes to people who run scams because they “see faceless victims as opportunities without consequences.” This also has to do with people who get angry on social media or in emails and take risks they wouldn’t normally do in person.

I appreciate how he combines philosophical wisdom with actionable advice. Lytle emphasizes the importance of curiosity, adaptability, and resilience in navigating an ever-evolving world. Readers are encouraged to adopt a mindset of continuous growth, shedding limiting beliefs, and embracing opportunities for self-improvement. His writing is engaging, insightful, and filled with real-world examples that make complex ideas easy to grasp.

Overall, “The Potentialist” highlights the importance of inner fulfillment. It challenges readers to look beyond traditional measures of achievement and focus on personal evolution. Whether you are an entrepreneur, professional, or someone on a journey of self-discovery, this book offers valuable insights on living a life of purpose and meaning. It is recommended for readers who are seeking to reach their highest potential.

“Greet every new positive or adverse development as a puzzle piece, increasing comprehension of the inner and outer worlds comprising your life. Instead of responding to change with “Now what?” welcome it with “What can this teach me?”

*The author received a copy of this book for an honest review. The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to her.

Rating: 4 out of 5.

Wisdom in Action: How ‘The Potentialist: The Pursuit of Wisdom’ Inspires Personal Growth

‘The Pursuit of Wisdom’ is book 2 in The Potentialist series by Ben Lytle. Photo: Amazon

Books about personal transformation and growth offer profound insights and strategies for individuals seeking to change their lives. These books often explore themes like self-discovery, resilience, and growth, providing readers with tools to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. Authors share personal stories, research findings, and practical exercises that inspire action and reflection. By engaging with these texts, individuals can gain clarity, motivation, and a renewed sense of purpose, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and authentic life.

There’s a new one out this month by Ben Lytle, author of The Potentialist series. In his second book, “The Pursuit of Wisdom,” he writes about wisdom, how to attain it, and the potential that exists in everyone, just waiting to be released.

Ben Lytle is a serial entrepreneur and health-care innovator known for being ahead of the curve. He launched five successful companies, including two on the New York Stock Exchange. The best known is Anthem, one of three leading U.S. health plans with a market capitalization placing it in the top 30 of the Fortune 500. He also founded Acordia, Inc., which became the world’s 7th largest insurance broker. (Meryl Moss Media, 2024)

Lytle’s devotion to individual and collective human potential through accelerated wisdom guides his writing, speaking, entrepreneurial energy, and investments. He believes people and organizations today underestimate the extent and speed with which the world will change. Time to adapt and prepare is being compressed, opportunities are being missed, and there will be unnecessary suffering unless prompt action is taken.

He is the author of the series The Potentialist, which includes Your Future in the New Reality of the Next Thirty Years, The Pursuit of Wisdom, and a third installment to come. The series is intended as a guidebook for success during the fast-changing, turbulent, and opportunity-rich times ahead — named The Fourth Industrial Revolution by the World Economic Forum. The newest one, “The Pursuit of Wisdom” is available now.

“The Potentialist: The Pursuit of Wisdom” –
Wisdom and potential are our ideal adaptive responses for these challenging times. Five converging forces are creating a new twenty-first century reality defined by unavoidable life-altering changes and unprecedented decisions. We are anxious and overwhelmed as the world and our lives change faster than we can comprehend and adapt. The old ways of adapting aren’t working because complex changes and decisions are coming at us too fast. In this New Reality, the wise will thrive, and the unprepared will be left frightened and confused.

This groundbreaking book by Ben Lytle—Fortune 500 CEO, entrepreneur, and author—demystifies human potential and wisdom to make them attainable to all who seek their best. He predicts that technological advances and changes in social norms will make wisdom development urgent, but easier. His practical knowledge and straightforward language provide clarity, fresh perspectives, and proven practices that seamlessly integrate with daily life.

This highly anticipated second installment of The Potentialist series takes you on an uplifting journey to unleash your potential and accelerate decision-making wisdom during this period of the greatest change in human history.

Will you seize your potential and become wise to adapt and succeed in these turbulent, opportunity-rich times? If not, what’s your plan?