The Story of My Experiments with Truth
by Mahatma Gandhi
Mentioned once across 1 show · first heard May 2026 on My First Million.
The general take
The My First Million host credits The Story of My Experiments with Truth with being a meaningful recommendation that shaped their thinking on persuasion and psychology. It's mentioned positively as part of a broader intellectual framework the host was introduced to, grouped alongside influential works like Power vs. Force and Robert Cialdini's research.
About
"My Experiments With Truth" is a captivating autobiography that provides a deeply personal and introspective account of Mahatma Gandhi's life. In this influential work, Gandhi reflects on his experiences, beliefs, and the transformative journey that led him to become a prominent leader and advocate for nonviolent resistance. With remarkable honesty and self-reflection, Gandhi explores the key events and formative moments that shaped his life. From his childhood in India to his time in South Africa and his return to his homeland, he shares intimate details of his personal struggles, doubts, and moments of self-discovery. Through a series of anecdotes and philosophical musings, "My Experiments With Truth" offers profound insights into Gandhi's pursuit of truth, his experiments with vegetarianism, his experiences with celibacy, and his unwavering commitment to nonviolence.
Who said what
- MF
My First Million👍 Recommends
…gandhi's autobiography recommended by mohnish to his friend as essential reading
“You introduced me to Power vs. Force by David Hawkins and to Gandhi's autobiography, The Story of My Experiments with Truth. We discussed Robert Cialdini's influence, the psychology of persuasion.”
My First Million — Mohnish Pabrai: How to be a top 1% investorat 44:30
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