Dear Sweet one,
Last year was a turning point for me.
I took a long hard look at what success really means to me and what I was willing to do to “achieve it.”
I realized that I was living for tomorrow and missing out on the beauty and the gift of TODAY.
I deeply desired and needed to live a LIFE LIVED. Not just striving for a goal and putting my life on hold for “someday”.
I also realized that in a world of “formulas” and “cookie-cutter molds” of success that I was being called to define my business, my body and my life’s successes on my own terms.
Striving for the 6 figures, the husband, the car, the fancy vacations is fabulous and a part of our desire for more in our lives.
However, the reminder to balance living WITH striving was the big “aha” for me.
It was time to do as Robert Frost wisely said: “to take the road less traveled.” It was scary but equally liberating.
With spring here, I wanted to share with you 7 books that will support you in looking at success from different perspectives + a bonus fiction book too!
More importantly, it’s my hope that these books will help you define success on your own terms, to take the road less traveled and to follow the road that’s RIGHT FOR YOU!
Pick the one that calls to you and to see where it leads you.
I’d love to hear your comments on the blog here.
Happy reading and exploring!
I love how Arianna Huffington’s new book gives women permission to define success on their own terms and that it involves adding our well-being into the equation.
This book changed how I look at our soul’s journey and at why things “ happen” to good people. It’s powerful and a game changer. If you want to understand why your life has turned out the way it has, it’s worth a read.
3. The Desire Map: A Guide to Creating Goals with Soul – Danielle LaPorte
Danielle LaPorte’s book has changed how people go after their dreams. Check it out.
4. The Heart of the 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts – Dr. Gary Chapman
Dr. Chapman’s book has been revolutionizing how people express love. It’s an easy read and definitely worth your time to create more connection in your romantic and personal relationships.
5. The Answer is Simple: Love Yourself, Live Your Spirit – Sonia Choquette
Sonia reminds us of our Divine essence and that living from this truth allows us to live a life of joy and to charter our own path in this world.
6. Money a Love Story – Kate Northrup
Kate demystifies money in an empowering way and makes attracting, managing and respecting money a fun and loving experience.
7. Integrative Nutrition: Feed Your Hunger for Health and Happiness
This book, from the founder of my nutrition school, is a wonderful overview of what it takes to create a wonderful holistic approach to wellness and happiness. Check out the section on emotions and food cravings. Very powerful!
BONUS: It’s time for fiction and for us to wonder in our imagination
This is a wonderful fiction book created around the lives of ancient, biblical women. This book is not about religion but a fantastic read to foster the imagination and it’s also related to women. I think you’ll find this to be very interesting and an intriguing read.
