This book is NOT about getting up at 5am, meditation and green smoothies. It IS about what you do, why you do it and how you feel about it. And it’s not just for high performers, it’s for anyone wanting a better life. I loved this book so much. It’s definitely a keeper (a big […]
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Jordan B Peterson – 12 Rules for Life (book review)
I spent most of this book wishing it was less advanced and an easier read. It was such hard work dragging myself through it and concentrating so hard. Then something happened when I was in rule 11. I started feeling proud of myself for stepping up and doing something more difficult than I usually would. […]
BOOK REVIEW: ‘first, we make the beast beautiful’ by Sarah Wilson
WOW. What an eye opener. I loved this book. I’m struggling to get through some books at the moment but this one I couldn’t put down and finished in 2 days. The tip of my iceberg is totally ‘life natural’ and that’s who I thought I was. But I’ve learnt that I’m not. I nodded […]
The monk who sold his Ferrari
Today I finished reading Robin Sharma’s ‘The Monk who Sold his Ferrari’. Adored it!!!! So feel good. And practical. The key lessons for a better life are: mastering your mind to fill it with positive thoughts, following your purpose and doing the things you want/love to do, practicing Kaizen (constant and never ending improvement), living with […]
An odd but excellent experiment – my armpit detox
I know this might be a step too far but just hear me out for a minute or 2! Pretty please. I’ve been using natural deodorants (chemical and toxin free) for a couple of years. And to be honest they haven’t really worked. Plus I’m allergic to the one everyone raves about (Axilla by Black […]
REVIEW: Iris – the movie
Iris is the story of Iris Apfel – a 93yo woman living in New York City in 2013. She became famous for being an interior designer during her lifetime but is now a huge fashion icon. I’m not particularly into fashion. I like a bit of quirky and that’s about as far as it goes […]
6 lessons learnt from the Amy Winehouse movie
Fame and fortune do not equal happiness All the talent in the world isn’t enough Two very messy people in a relationship do not add up to a whole Parents need to practice some tough love Everyone needs a purpose The top 5 people you spend time with in life are everything This movie was […]
The Barefoot Investor – by Scott Pape
I highly recommend this book. If you are slightly concerned at all about your money and your finances this guy makes it incredibly simple to sort out and give you confidence for your future and your retirement. And that means no matter how old you are. He talks to 60 and 70 year olds as […]