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Do You!: 12 Laws to Access the Power in You to Achieve Happiness and Success

Peace my people, this is week 3! I'm giving you some weekly insight on some books in my collection. I got "Do You" in 2011 and read most of this on the flight to and from France when I toured there. Run DMC is the first group I remember being iconic and influential. Russell was always intriguing to me, especially because as a kid I got some insight into his role in their career and how he built Def Jam when I saw Krush Groove, which was special to me. This book opened the doors to some ideas beyond music and business, it's a self-help book that offers practical advice for personal growth and achievement.


You can buy the book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/497Vp5y


Here are 9 key lessons from the book:


1. Embrace Authenticity: Russell Simmons emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and embracing one's unique identity & talents.

2. Set Clear Intentions: The book encourages readers to clarify their goals and intentions, setting a clear path for achieving happiness & success.

3. Cultivate Self-Discipline: Simmons stresses the importance of self-discipline and perseverance in pursuing one's dreams & overcoming obstacles.

4. Practice Mindfulness: The book advocates for mindfulness and self-awareness, urging readers to live in the present moment & cultivate inner peace.

5. Embrace Change: Simmons highlights the inevitability of change and encourages readers to embrace it as an opportunity for growth & transformation.

6. Take Action: The book emphasizes the importance of taking consistent and focused action toward achieving goals, rather than waiting for opportunities to come to you.

7. Seek Knowledge: Simmons advocates continuous learning & self-improvement, encouraging readers to seek knowledge & wisdom from various sources.

8. Nurture Positive Relationships: The book underscores the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive and positive influences, fostering healthy relationships that uplift & inspire.

9. Practice Gratitude: Simmons promotes gratitude as a powerful tool for cultivating happiness & success, encouraging readers to appreciate the blessings in their lives and express gratitude daily.

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"How to Eat to Live - Book One: From God in Person" by Elijah Muhammad

Peace my people, this is week 2! I'm giving you some weekly insight on books I have read or listened to every Monday. This book is one of the first books I bought back in high school, even though I did not implement much of what I learned until later in life. I bought this book because Krs One literally says "Read the book 'How to Eat to Live' By Elijah Muhammad, it's a brown paperback" in his song "Beef", which I did without a 2nd thought. After all, at that point in my life, no artist spoke to me the way Krs did.

You can buy the book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3VicWol

Here are 9 key lessons from the book:

1. Dietary Guidelines: The importance of consuming a simple, wholesome diet consisting primarily of natural, unprocessed foods

2. Nutritional Principles: The book advocates for eating to live rather than living to eat, promoting a diet that supports optimal health and longevity

3. Avoidance of Harmful Foods: Elijah Muhammad warns against the consumption of pork, excess meat, and other harmful substances, citing their negative effects on physical and spiritual well-being

4. Focus on Fruits and Vegetables: The book encourages the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables as primary sources of nutrition, highlighting their abundance of vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients

5. Intermittent Fasting: Elijah Muhammad introduces the concept of intermittent fasting as a means of detoxifying the body, promoting healing, and enhancing overall health

6. Water as Essential: The importance of water intake is stressed, with Elijah Muhammad recommending ample hydration for proper bodily function and toxin elimination

7. Moderation in Eating: The book advises moderation in portion sizes and meal frequency, promoting a balanced approach to eating that supports physical health and spiritual discipline

8. Health as a Spiritual Duty: Elijah Muhammad links dietary choices to spiritual development, teaching that maintaining good health is a fundamental duty and a form of worship

9. Community Health: The book underscores the importance of promoting community health, advocating for education, and collective action to address dietary-related health issues

Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life

Peace my people, I want to start something new that I will be sharing with you weekly on Mondays. Words are my original passion. The impact they have on our lives, the power they give to creativity, stories, and honestly, everything about them. I love to read and listen to audiobooks and I wanted to start sharing some insight into some books that I have read or listened to.

The first book that I want to share is Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles.

This is an amazing book about the people of Okinawa in Japan which is the city with the most centenarians (people who live to be 100 + years old) in the world

Here are 10 key lessons from the book:

Find Your Purpose: Discover what truly drives and motivates you in life, your reason for getting out of bed every morning.

Live in the Present Moment: Embrace mindfulness and focus on being fully present in whatever you're doing at the moment.

Nurture Relationships: Cultivate meaningful connections with family, friends, and community members to foster a sense of belonging and support.

Pursue Passion: Engage in activities that you're passionate about and that bring you joy and fulfillment.

Stay Active: Incorporate physical activity into your daily routine to maintain health and vitality.

Eat Wisely: Follow a balanced diet rich in nutritious foods to nourish your body and support overall well-being.

Embrace Resilience: Learn to bounce back from setbacks and challenges with resilience and a positive mindset.

Simplify: Simplify your life by decluttering and focusing on what truly matters, letting go of unnecessary stressors and distractions.

Find Flow: Seek out experiences that allow you to enter a state of flow, where you're fully immersed and engaged in an activity.

Cultivate Gratitude: Practice gratitude regularly, acknowledging and appreciating the blessings and opportunities in your life.

You can buy the book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3vhWyt8

"Fear is the tool of a man-made devil"

I recently started reading Napoleon Hill's work. 

I started with a few pages from Think and Grow Rich and I instantly saw the greatness in not only his writing style but in the depth of the message he was on a mission to spread. 

This quote here is from his book titled "Outwitting the Devil" - The secret to freedom and success. I've been a victim of my own mind and the fears it created many times in my life. 

Books are very special to me and I feel that they find you and you find them when they best fit into your needs. I appreciate coming across Napoleon Hill's work and particularly this quote right here. Now is the time to live the life we have worked for, have aways wanted and we deserve. No one man or woman, shallow idea or words can control who we are and the life we live. Get yours!