book review
Book reviews for the self-help enthusiast to help you conquer obstacles and achieve goals.
Finding Your Own Tempo
Finding Your Own Tempo, written by yours truly, Jim Gaven, is about finding your own tempo in life. Leading your own life instead of following in someone else's footsteps takes faith, hope, and courage, and 'Finding Your Own Tempo' sheds some light on ways to do that, specifically through faith, music, and exercise, particularly, soccer. Designed to inspire others to take action to live the life they so desire and be more at peace with themselves, I hope to light a fire under you, the reader.
By Jim Gaven6 years ago in Motivation
"Girl, wash your face"
I've always been a reader especially while growing up, I remember being just a little one reading "Big Kid books" like a professional. During that time Books that some would see as daunting I would excitedly take on for a weekend reading adventure in my bedroom!
By Jamika6 years ago in Motivation
Why is life exactly like Gambling? Or it isn't?
Recently, I read the book Gambler, written by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, one of the most celebrated novelists in history. The book lively describes a gambler's mindset, feelings, and perspective of life. I was always wondering why do some people waste their time and money on gambling games such as poker. The Gambler answered my question by bringing me inside a gambler world.
By Pooya Oladazimi6 years ago in Motivation
7 Essential Lessons I Learned from "Mastery" by Robert Greene
Hello! This is my first real, serious, honest, crazy-detailed story for Vocal. I had recently just finished reading a book called Mastery by Robert Greene, a book that I have been trying for the last 3 or 4 years to finish. Life would simply get in the way, and boom, not done. But now, I can proudly say I've finished it, and have taken the time to write this. They are in the order of what I learned as I progressed through the book, so if you have any critiques or suggestions, I am more than happy to hear them out.
By Kirk Pineda, LMHC (aka "DEUXQANE")6 years ago in Motivation
Gratitude Is More Than an Attitude
If you are familiar with Rhonda Byrne’s The Secret or The Power, you are completely in the loop of what many in the New Age realm call “The Law of Attraction.” However, according to Harvard University's website, there have been quite a few studies that substantiate a link between being grateful and being happy, and H.A. Fraser has set up a personal gratitude experiment anyone can conduct on their own in her book Thank You, Yes Please.
By Heather Down6 years ago in Motivation
Book Review: “Resilient Walker” by Dr. Shree Walker
My reading schedule is pretty full and I had no plans to allow Dr. Shree Walker’s memoir to jump the line ahead of others I needed to read for research. A few unlikely things occurred that put her book in the front of the rotation and I’m glad they did.
By William Spivey6 years ago in Motivation
What You Should Know About Grit
Have you ever wanted to know why some people succeed while others fail? Grit expert, Angela Duckworth, wrote an entire book about persistence, passion, talent, and hard work, titled, Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance. (All quotes are pulled from this book.) In her book, she illustrates how to build grit and the common misconceptions around it.
By B. Noelle6 years ago in Motivation
Does "The Secret" really work?
As society continues to evolve so does the way we see ourselves and others. It always seems like that person you've been stalking on Instagram has a much better life than you do. I used to always be so upset because good things were happening to other people and nothing good ever seemed to happen to me. This constant feeling of not being good enough can lead you down a very negative and dark path, I will be the first one to hold my hands up and say I used to be one of those people.
By Chloe Calder6 years ago in Motivation
Deliberately Practice Until You Succeed
My business is all about ghostwriting at the moment, and one thing I enjoy about one of my clients is the fact they're all about self-improvement. This has given me the opportunity to learn more about my niche and what sort of topics that are most important.
By Eric Burdon6 years ago in Motivation
