Hi guys, Rose here with another Fit Friday entry, and I’m highlighting a review for a book I read in the past few weeks that I really enjoyed from Jillian Michaels. It’s one of my favorite books on its respective subjects – self-improvement, mindfulness, and building a better life. I hope that you enjoy the … Continue reading »
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Review: 5 Days to a Clutter-Free House
5 Days to a Clutter-Free House: Quick, Easy Ways to Clear Up Your Space by Sandra Felton My rating: 2 of 5 stars Initial reaction: I’ll admit I personally did not care for this read very much. While I certainly don’t mind reading religiously themed works, I honestly thought this would be more of an … Continue reading »
Review: One Year to an Organized Life
One Year to an Organized Life: From Your Closets to Your Finances, the Week-by-Week Guide to Getting Completely Organized for Good by Regina Leeds My rating: 3 of 5 stars Not very much to say about this guide in that it’s a standard organizational book that tackles rooms in the home one at a time, … Continue reading »
Review: Treasure Yourself by Miranda Kerr
Treasure Yourself by Miranda Kerr My rating: 2 of 5 stars Miranda Kerr’s “Treasure Yourself” left me feeling fairly disappointed with it in the aftermath. It’s not that I don’t appreciate the opportunity to hear of this Victoria’s Secret model’s experiences and challenges, as well as her advice emphasizing the need to love and cherish … Continue reading »
Fit Friday – Review: Health First! The Black Woman’s Wellness Guide
Hi guys, Rose here with another “Fit Friday” entry (This is the first time I’ve had Fit Friday entries back to back in two weeks – so whoo-hoo!). This is a review for a galley read I’ve had for a while, but I haven’t had the chance to review it. I’m mentally kicking myself right … Continue reading »
Fit Friday: Review – A Girls Guide to Fitting in Fitness
Hey guys, Rose here with another post for Fit Friday. I came across this fitness guide for teen girls on NetGalley that I found to be an invaluable resource. I really enjoyed reading it and wanted to take the time to share it as a recommendation. Considering childhood obesity is such an epidemic in our … Continue reading »
Fit Friday – Review: The Power of Validation
Hi all, Rose here with a new Fit Friday entry. Today’s entry is a brief review on a work called “The Power of Validation” – a work I received as an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher New Harbinger Publications. This book stresses the value of mental wellness and has to do with how … Continue reading »
Review: Ultima Health and Fitness
Ultima Health and Fitness by Douglas Graham Fulford My rating: 2 of 5 stars There’s not much I can say about “Ultima Health and Fitness” unfortunately – only that I thought for the blurb and content it was to offer, much of it was very general information and quite underwhelming for a fitness guide. I … Continue reading »
Review: Eat Your Way to Sexy: Reignite Your Passion, Look Ten Years Younger and Feel Happier Than Ever
Eat Your Way to Sexy: Reignite Your Passion, Look Ten Years Younger and Feel Happier Than Ever by Elizabeth Somer My rating: 3 of 5 stars “Eat Your Way to Sexy” is an interesting, non-traditional dietary guide with some humorous anecdotes and useful tips. I liked it though I think it’s probably more useful to … Continue reading »
Review: The Mindfulness Prescription For Adult Adhd: An 8 Step Program For Strengthening Attention, Managing Emotions, And Achieving Your Goals
The Mindfulness Prescription For Adult Adhd: An 8 Step Program For Strengthening Attention, Managing Emotions, And Achieving Your Goals by Lidia Zylowska My rating: 5 of 5 stars I can’t express words on how helpful/useful this guide is with respect to mindfulness techniques in a systematic presentation. It’s targeted towards those who suffer from adult … Continue reading »
Review: Healing at the Speed of Sound: How What We Hear Transforms Our Brains and Our Lives
Healing at the Speed of Sound: How What We Hear Transforms Our Brains and Our Lives by Don Campbell My rating: 3 of 5 stars “Healing at the Speed of Sound” is a great examination of the impact of sound on a person’s life – whether taken in the context of our moods, our work, … Continue reading »
Review: Igniting Your True Purpose and Passion: A Businesslike Guide to Fulfill Your Professional Goals and Personal Dreams
Igniting Your True Purpose and Passion: A Businesslike Guide to Fulfill Your Professional Goals and Personal Dreams by Robert Michael Fried My rating: 5 of 5 stars Part business guide and part guide to life, Robert Michael Fried creates an inspirational journey to achieving one’s goals in “Igniting Your True Purpose and Passion”. I’ve read … Continue reading »
Review: Your Playlist Can Change Your Life: 10 Proven Ways Your Favorite Music Can Revolutionize Your Health, Memory, Organization, Alertness, and More
Your Playlist Can Change Your Life: 10 Proven Ways Your Favorite Music Can Revolutionize Your Health, Memory, Organization, Alertness, and More by Galina Mindlin My rating: 3 of 5 stars Before I start this review, I should find it appropriate to say I’m a self proclaimed music nut. I listen to anything from Soul to … Continue reading »
Review: The Mind Master’s Silent Journey: A 21-Day Road Map to Becoming Expert in Your Chosen Life
The Mind Master’s Silent Journey: A 21-Day Road Map to Becoming Expert in Your Chosen Life by Sean Aloysius Sullivan My rating: 3 of 5 stars One of the things I can say about “The Mind Master’s Silent Journey” is that it delivers upon what it promises – giving a 21-Day step-by-step exploration of self-discovery … Continue reading »
Review: The Woman in the Mirror
The Woman in the Mirror by Cynthia M. Bulik My rating: 4 of 5 stars I’ve read quite many guides on the level of interpreting how body image plays a part in affecting one’s self-esteem, sometimes overtaking it in ways that can lead to a myriad of serious conditions such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, … Continue reading »