A practical business book with an ideology that makes sense.
Here are some takeaways illustrated by stories within the book:
Focus on clarity and growthA practical business book with an ideology that makes sense.
Here are some takeaways illustrated by stories within the book:
Focus on clarity and growth internally before expanding. Hire fast and fire slow. Don't try to please everyone, focus on your ideal customer. Ensure the "right people" are in the "right seat." 3 strike method for firing....more
Like his other books, they're a quick, easy read, lots of pictures and motivational phrases or stories, on their heads, offering contrarian advice. I Like his other books, they're a quick, easy read, lots of pictures and motivational phrases or stories, on their heads, offering contrarian advice. I liked it....more
Karena shares her direct experience as a teen growing up with the changing nature of her mother, succumbing to her mental illness. She gives an honestKarena shares her direct experience as a teen growing up with the changing nature of her mother, succumbing to her mental illness. She gives an honest recounting of what her experience was and what her unmet needs were which is unique seeing as many of these memoirs are more about direct experience of being an outsider, she shows the othering that can happen with mental illness as a daughter, and at the end of the book recounts how her perspective has grown as shifted with her own age and life experience. Her party scenes were fun to read, and I am still curious about her journey into greater wellness and building the Tone It Up empire, however, it's clear this memoir was intended not to be an overview of her life, but to focus on the destruction mental illness can have within families through ayoung woman's perspective and experience. She has gone on to found the big silence which provides therapy to those in need....more
Highly recommended by multiple editors of my first and second book, so I listed to it on audio and it sounded more like helpful reminders than anythinHighly recommended by multiple editors of my first and second book, so I listed to it on audio and it sounded more like helpful reminders than anything revelatory. The author has great experience and success in the business, and there are helpful examples and tips, but I found it bit copy/paste....more
Simple, approachable practice-oriented teachings. I listened to the audiobook version which was helpful for visualizations, however if you go on walksSimple, approachable practice-oriented teachings. I listened to the audiobook version which was helpful for visualizations, however if you go on walks and listen you’ll be stopping to sit, close your eyes and meditate probably 2-3x per chapter. A bit felt like review for me, but still useful information and healthy reminders to get reacquainted with your true self. Overall, recommended. ...more
necessary commentary on healthy impermenance in friendship
With such shame swirling around friendships ending, causing communities to choose sides or necessary commentary on healthy impermenance in friendship
With such shame swirling around friendships ending, causing communities to choose sides or gossip or fester, being true to yourself can feel isolating and Sleadd leads by example, helping the reader feel less alone in the complex emotional experience of friend breakups.
The relationship with a happily ever lovelife being applied to friendship rang true to me- I realize I have gone into nearly every friendship with a whimsical image of growing old together and sharing memories for many years to come. Life isn’t always about the duration of relationships, but that doesn’t mean the love and memories don’t endure.
I do believe that the parts where the author was upset with herself for not realizing dishonesty had occurred can be dropped - believing what a friend says, and learning it was false through their later reveal, doesn’t deserve to be a burden for the person who was lied to.
Recommended, thought provoking read with plenty of highlighted quotes. Thanks for writing this, Katherine!
A note on the most heartbreaking chapters in my experience: Clueless friend - it’s not our job to placate dishonesty in friendships, if I could reframe anything in this book it would be that it’s ok to trust and be trusted - if someone communicates something is fine when it’s not, then ends the friendship because if that self-betrayal, the person who accepted what they said as true should be alleviated of guilt. It’s not a mistake to believe people. ...more
I lucked out being a 3:5 emotional projector reading this, the same as the author. Invited to read it by a generator, of course. I found this to be reI lucked out being a 3:5 emotional projector reading this, the same as the author. Invited to read it by a generator, of course. I found this to be relatable and fun, getting to read certain parts that relate t you and move on faster through the overall book. Or read throughout to better understand others in your life. The reminder of deferring to strategy and authority is one I am taking to heart more than I have in the past. Actionable and light read....more
A quick, inspiring read. Quick reframes and witty one-liners that can spur greater creativity in the reader. 'It's Not How Good You Are..' by Arden isA quick, inspiring read. Quick reframes and witty one-liners that can spur greater creativity in the reader. 'It's Not How Good You Are..' by Arden is part strategy, part common sense, and part inspo....more
Intentionality by Finnian Kelly does a great job breaking down foundational spirituality and expanding upon healing techniques like breathwork, as welIntentionality by Finnian Kelly does a great job breaking down foundational spirituality and expanding upon healing techniques like breathwork, as well as sharing his personal story with his upbringing and partnership to illustrate his own transformation into a more intentional human. ...more
Myss has some great work and this one didn’t hit the mark for me as much. She seemed a bit all over the place at times and it lacked structure, seeminMyss has some great work and this one didn’t hit the mark for me as much. She seemed a bit all over the place at times and it lacked structure, seemingly like a channeled, raw, talk. The ending has a couple of guided meditations that encouraged surrender to nonduality- trusting the greater plan since we are ultimately powerless against it anyway, and we are all parts of a collective soul....more
Sonia shares interesting examples of people in a loving state or disconnected from it and the repercussions. She also has a variety of journal promptsSonia shares interesting examples of people in a loving state or disconnected from it and the repercussions. She also has a variety of journal prompts and meditations, often combining the two and encourages going deep into both what is and isn't working on your quest to be and attract the love you seek in daily life. It was a feel-good read before bed, so I recommend it....more
Myss is becoming one of my go-to authors. Her approach to spirituality and healing resonates, including the aspect of this book that says that when weMyss is becoming one of my go-to authors. Her approach to spirituality and healing resonates, including the aspect of this book that says that when we have a story that is traumatic in nature, in one regard it can be best to not talk about it, alternatively, to transmute the once negative meaning of the story and share it evokes a new energy, and can be empowering to the storyteller and the reader/listener.
She also states that forgiveness is the most selfish thing we can do, because it lifts the burden that resentment bogs us down with and allows for a greater fullness in life (people who have resentment think of that person/people each day, typically), and how we will never want to forgive, but we must do it anyway to live full lives....more
Myss speaks in a way that is so simple yet profound. If you're devoted to or curious about personal growth, this is a centering and soothing 2 hour liMyss speaks in a way that is so simple yet profound. If you're devoted to or curious about personal growth, this is a centering and soothing 2 hour listen I recommend.
Some quotes I liked from this audiobook: Everyone around me supports me, even if they don't know it. The more risks you take in life the more angels show off....more
This book is written in layman's terms, and while I don't think I learned anything new, it's a great introductory read for those beginning their path This book is written in layman's terms, and while I don't think I learned anything new, it's a great introductory read for those beginning their path to personal development. The tips in this book won't take you straight to greatness, but it will cut what could be keeping you from it and lends some baby steps toward more audacious goals.
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This book is written in layman's terms, and while I don't think I learned anything new, it's a great introductory read for those beginning their path to personal development. The tips in this book won't take you straight to greatness, but it will cut what could be keeping you from it and lends some baby steps toward more audacious goals....more
This felt like a journey of the heart. Mariya writes in a way that is both detailed, mythological and draws you in. I listened to this audiobook and wThis felt like a journey of the heart. Mariya writes in a way that is both detailed, mythological and draws you in. I listened to this audiobook and while that made it easier for the meditations (expect to stop and meditate multiple times per chapter), there were aspects where the narrator asks to refer to a photo and instead of saying a description of the symbol, the image is lost in the audio-version. A lot of the activities called for purchasing a lot of new oils, herbs, etc. I purchased all of the items for the initial ceremony (silver bracelet, salt, moonstone, cedar oil, jasmine oil) and was able to reuse some of those and became more selective about exercises I did or using jasmine in place of rose, or bookmarking practices to do once certain items arrived. Lots of numerology as well- more of a download than logical understanding for me and I trust what sticks was meant to. Thanks Mariya!
Sex, Drugs, & Soul is a memoir with heart. I appreciate how Kristin shares her story in a raw, forthcoming way with modern day reflections that guide Sex, Drugs, & Soul is a memoir with heart. I appreciate how Kristin shares her story in a raw, forthcoming way with modern day reflections that guide the reader to the lessons that she’s contemplated and learned through experiences of victimization, loss and misogyny. Giving an insider glimpse into what it’s like to explore dynamics with men and ultimately the power within herself. Extremely well-written and recommended!...more
Julia has been led by her intuitive impulses that both served her and elevated her, and led her into circumstances where she'd learn and later share hJulia has been led by her intuitive impulses that both served her and elevated her, and led her into circumstances where she'd learn and later share her greatest lessons. I appreciate how she both wrote and edited her own memoir, the latter of which is uncommon- it shows trust in her ability to tell her narrative the way that she wanted to, or a disregard for those who wouldn't understand or choose to not have grace with her or her story. Patterns and lessons around drugs, sex, and personal power are key themes, and seizing opportunities whether she was "ready" or not. Inspiring and raw, I was fascinated by Down The Drain, audiobook....more
The most well-written memoir I’ve ever read. Paris touches on her life and the controversy surrounding it as well as standing up for herself and her fThe most well-written memoir I’ve ever read. Paris touches on her life and the controversy surrounding it as well as standing up for herself and her family and those flung into the “troubled teen” category who are at risk for further abuse like she endured at a boarding school. Touches on trends and lifestyle of the time - recommended. ...more
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