The Prophet - Khalil Gibran

Week 4 my people, I'm giving you some weekly insight on books in my collection.

The Prophet by Khalil Gibran might be my favorite & definitely the book that I have gifted the most. The writing style is excellent, It's written in a story format with a poetic feel to it & is basically a philosophical work. This specific copy that I own, I've only seen on eBay recently, as it's a pocket-sized version, it's not common but there are a lot of versions available.

You can buy the book here: https://amzn.to/3VLjv33

1. Love: Gibran explores the nature of love, highlighting its ability to enrich & fulfill life. Love is portrayed as a force that transcends boundaries and unites souls in harmony & understanding.

2. Marriage: The book delves into the institution of marriage, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect, freedom, and companionship between partners. Gibran encourages couples to support each other's growth & individuality within the union

3. Children: Gibran reflects on the role of children in society, emphasizing their innate wisdom & uniqueness. He advocates for nurturing and guiding children with love & understanding, allowing them to flourish into their authentic selves

4. Work: Work is explored as a means of self-expression & contribution to society. Gibran encourages individuals to find purpose and fulfillment in their work, viewing it as a noble endeavor that allows one to actualize their potential

5. Joy & Sorrow: Gibran discusses the interconnectedness of joy and sorrow in life, highlighting how they complement each other and contribute to personal growth and resilience. He suggests embracing both experiences with calm & grace

6. Freedom: The book explores the concept of freedom as an inherent right of every individual. Gibran advocates for freedom of thought, expression, & choice, emphasizing the importance of self-determination and autonomy

7. Pain: Gibran reflects on the transformative power of pain and suffering, viewing them as catalysts for inner growth & spiritual awakening. He suggests embracing pain as a teacher that leads to greater understanding & enlightenment

8. Friendship: The value of friendship is extolled as a source of support, companionship, and joy in life. Gibran emphasizes the importance of cultivating meaningful connections with others based on mutual respect, trust & understanding

9. Death: Gibran offers reflections on death as a natural part of the human experience. He encourages acceptance & surrender to the mysteries of life & death, viewing death not as an end but as a transition to a higher state of being

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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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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

Money Mantra episode 1

Listen to Money Mantra on Spotify. Money Mantra is a weekly (new episodes every Monday) podcast about money and mental health where host Cesar "V!sual" Zamudio interviews a diverse range of guest including entrepreneurs, actors, artist , yoga instructors, life coaches and much more.

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Peace world, I'm excited to announce that you can now download episode 1 of my podcast Money Mantra !

This is the intro episode where I walk you through the interview process and my reason for creating the podcast. The focus of the podcast is money and mental health. I hope you all enjoy it and gain some inspiration or insight on issues you may be facing.

There will be new episodes every Monday so please subscribe on iTunes or wherever else you download podcast. It will be available on all podcast networks soon.

You can download it here on iTunes:
https://itunes.apple.com/…/podcast/money-mantra/id1239641680