Whenever you explore a new subject or skill, you’re likely to encounter unfamiliar terms and phrases regarding the concepts you’re learning. Lessing is no exception. The deeper you immerse yourself in the world of Mindlessness, the more your vocabulary will expand.

This section introduces many of the key words and terms you’ll come across in The Mindless Life—some entirely new, others offering fresh perspectives on already familiar ideas. Think of it as building a new mental toolkit – equipping you with the language to understand and discuss these ideas with greater nuance. By the end, you’ll become fluent in the language of Lessing.