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5. Escape Velocity
Escape Velocity became more than just a scientific principle for Elon Musk—it symbolized his determination to break free from a past filled with emotional turmoil and uncertainty. In 1989, at the age of seventeen, Musk made the life-changing decision to leave South Africa, distancing himself from the unstable environment created by his father, Errol Musk. While Errol had moments of warmth and intellectual brilliance, his erratic mood swings and manipulative tendencies often cast a dark shadow over their…-
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4. The Seeker
The Seeker captures Elon Musk’s formative years in Pretoria during the 1980s, a time when his relentless curiosity and skepticism of conventional beliefs began shaping his future. From an early age, he questioned religious teachings, challenging ideas at Sunday school to the point that his mother allowed him to seek answers in his own way. While his father introduced the notion of a higher power beyond human comprehension, Musk was more inclined toward logic and scientific reasoning, seeking explanations…-
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3. Life with Father
Life with Father took a dramatic turn for Elon Musk when, at just ten years old, he made the life-altering choice to move in with his father, Errol Musk, in Johannesburg. Motivated by a mix of sympathy for his father’s loneliness and the persuasive reasoning of his grandparents, Musk believed this decision would offer him stability and mentorship. However, the reality of living with Errol soon shattered those expectations, as he encountered an environment marked by emotional unpredictability, strict…-
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2. A Mind of His Own
A Mind of His Own explores the early life of Elon Musk in Pretoria during the 1970s, a time when his unique way of thinking began setting him apart from those around him. Born to Maye and Errol Musk on June 28, 1971, Elon was originally considered for the name Nice, after the French city, before his parents opted for names rooted in his maternal lineage. Even as a child, Musk exhibited an exceptional intellectual curiosity but struggled with social interactions, often being blunt and dismissive of ideas he…-
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1. Adventurers
Adventurers were a defining presence in Elon Musk’s lineage, with his maternal grandfather, Joshua Haldeman, embodying the fearless pursuit of challenge and discovery. A Canadian chiropractor by profession, Joshua was also a risk-taker who pursued multiple careers, delved into activism, and continuously sought new frontiers. After losing his farm during the Great Depression, he turned to unconventional means of survival, including stowing away on trains and embracing a nomadic lifestyle before eventually…-
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Prologue — Muse of fire
Prologue offers a glimpse into Elon Musk's challenging early life, shaped by adversity and hardship, which would go on to form the backbone of his character and future ambitions. Raised in South Africa, Musk faced considerable bullying from a young age, both at school and in a survival camp he attended, often referred to as a "paramilitary Lord of the Flies." His time at the veldskool, where he was physically beaten and learned to defend himself, reflects the harsh and violent environment that defined…-
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Elon Musk*= by Walter Isaacson is a biography that delves into the life and career of the tech entrepreneur, exploring his visionary projects, personal struggles, and role in shaping industries like electric vehicles, space exploration, and AI.-
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Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments in Outlive provides readers with a heartfelt and behind-the-scenes look at the collaborative effort and personal resilience that helped bring the book to life. Originally placed on hold in early 2020 due to setbacks with the manuscript submission, the project faced considerable obstacles when the authors were let down by their book agent and publisher. However, Michael Ovitz’s timely intervention became a pivotal moment, helping revitalize the project and enabling it to move forward.…-
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Chapter 17 underlines the importance of treating emotional and mental well-being with the same seriousness as physical health. Seeking assistance for psychological struggles is not a flaw but a responsible choice that fosters recovery. Many individuals hesitate to address their mental state due to societal misconceptions, yet disregarding emotional distress can be as detrimental as neglecting a severe physical condition. Emotional challenges arise from multiple sources, including inherited traits, past…
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Chapter 16 underscores the essential role that sleep plays in mental clarity, emotional balance, and long-term physical well-being. The chapter opens with a gripping account of the author's personal experience during medical residency, where severe sleep deprivation led to dangerous lapses, including nearly falling asleep while driving. This alarming incident serves as a reminder that exhaustion is more than just a feeling—it has real-world consequences that can endanger lives. Many people assume they…
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