BY: OCTAVIA E. BUTLER In one line: A fun read–a dystopian novel with beautiful writing and an embryonic perspective on faith, religion, prayer, and our existence, amidst visions of a demoralized society. All that you touch, you change. All the you change, changes you. The only lasting truth is change. God is change. – Earthseed,Continue reading “Parable of the Sower”
Tag Archives: Life Advice
Narratives & Concepts (2022)
“A nation is born stoic, and dies epicurean. At its cradle (to repeat a thoughtful adage) religion stands, and philosophy accompanies it to the grave. In the beginning of all cultures, a strong religious faith conceals and softens the nature of things, and gives men courage to bear pain and hardship patiently; at every stepContinue reading “Narratives & Concepts (2022)”
Quotes, Ideas & New Experiences (2022)
Quotes: “Many capable people are kept from getting to the next level of contribution because they can’t let go of the belief that everything is important.” – Essentialism “Grab joy wherever you can find it.” – Sarah Silverman “Stay committed to your decisions but flexible in your approach.” – Tony Robbins “Getting older is inevitable,Continue reading “Quotes, Ideas & New Experiences (2022)”
Life Lessons (2022)
Each year, the process of looking in the rearview mirror for a few weeks allows me to squeeze every last drop of joyful juice from the year. It reminds me that it is not the future, rather the past that truly invigorates me, as I reflect on how far I’ve come in the last 363Continue reading “Life Lessons (2022)”
Waking the Tiger
BY: PETER LEVINE In one line: An excellent dive into trauma, it’s history, it’s role in society, and some actionable ideas & constructive thoughts around healing and using trauma to empower you. Prologue — Giving the body what it needs: Trauma – a psychological and medical disorder of the mind Trauma is a fact ofContinue reading “Waking the Tiger”
Rediscovering Life
BY: Anthony De Mello In one line: Another remarkable, easy-to-digest, short, and fun read on spirituality; great perspective on reprogramming our minds to have a happier life. QUOTE: “Look at the birds of the air. Look at the flowers of the field. They don’t sow, they don’t spin. They don’t have a moment of anxietyContinue reading “Rediscovering Life”
Atlas Shrugged
BY: AYN RAND In one line: If you haven’t read this one, read it; it’s one of the all-time greats and is exceptional story & character development…I’d argue Ayn Rand’s greatest work. ⁃ QUOTE: “When I do I want to go to heaven and I want to be able to afford the price of admission.”Continue reading “Atlas Shrugged”
The Way to Love
BY ANTHONY DE MELLO In one line: Wow, this is so so good; bring awareness and understanding to yourself and your life to start releasing your programming & attachments and realize that you have everything you need right now, in this moment to be the happiest you’ve ever been. PROFIT & LOSS: QUOTE: “For whatContinue reading “The Way to Love”
Non-Violent Communication
BY MARSHALL B. ROSENBERG In one line: Timeless insight that all of us can use no matter where we are in life; communication is at the crux of most of life’s problems and this delivers remarkable structure for ways to better communicate in every facet of our life. Foreword: ⁃ ‘Ahisma’ — in India definedContinue reading “Non-Violent Communication”
State of Affairs
BY ESTHER PEREL In one line: A fresh perspective on marriage and relationships–lots of great questions and thoughts to ponder, along with ideas for creating some new sparks with your partner. Chapter 3 – Affairs are not what they used to be It’s worth remembering that until recently, marital fidelity and monogamy had nothing toContinue reading “State of Affairs”