BOOK REVIEW: When Breathe Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
“Death may be a one-time event, but living with terminal illness is a process.” This is how Paul Kalanithi, a brilliant neurosurgeon and a gifted writer, describes his experience of facing stage IV lung cancer at the age of 36….
Book Review: “How to Hug a Porcupine: Easy Ways to Love the Difficult People in Your Life” by Debbie Joffe Ellis
This book offers practical and insightful advice on how to deal with challenging people with grace and compassion. In this review, I will share with you six lessons I learned from reading this book, and how they can help you…
Final Gifts: Finding Meaning in End-of-Life Experiences by Maggie Callanan and Patricia Kelley — A Book Review
Inside my bedside drawer lies a book that changed not just how I view death, but how I understand love. As hospice nurses with over 40 combined years of experience caring for more than 2,000 dying patients, Maggie Callanan and…
“I’m Glad My Mom Died”: A Review of Jennette McCurdy’s Memoir
When I was young, I enjoyed watching the different kid’s series on “Nickelodeon”. One of my absolute favorites was “iCarly”. This was one of the reasons I picked up Jennette McCurdy’s memoir. Other than the pleasure of watching her on…
“All That You Leave Behind” by Erin Lee Carr: Book Review
Erin Lee Carr’s “All That You Leave Behind” is a brutally honest memoir that tugs right at your emotions. It’s the story of a daughter, a famous journalist dad (I think a bit witty and troubled), and their complicated relationship….
BOOK REVIEW: Single on Purpose by John Kim
If, like me, you’re tired of the loneliness that comes with being single, the hollow promises of instant fulfilment in relationships, or the societal pressures that lure people into relationships they are not ready for, then you will find “Single…
“I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t),” by Brené Brown: BOOK REVIEW
I honestly read this book just because I am a fan of Brown’s works but found it very helpful as I ended up gleaning some impactful and transformative insights. You will also find this book helpful if you wrestle with…
BOOK REVIEW: “The Things You See When You Slow Down” by Haemin Sunim
One of the core messages in the book is the importance of finding balance in life. Sunim offers practical advice on how to do so, while also touching on topics such as letting go of attachment, dealing with difficult emotions,…
BOOK REVIEW: Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl
When I read “Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl, I was passing through what I now love to call “hell.” In this book, I found the light I desperately needed, I found meaning and embraced dangerous hope. With outstanding…
7 Key Lessons From “When You’re Ready, This Is How You Heal” by Brianna Wiest
I read the book When You’re Ready, This Is How You Heal by Brianna Wiest and I’d like to share with you some of the lessons that I learned from it: 1. Healing is not a one-time event, but a…
10 Lessons From “Black Fortunes” by Shomari Wills
“Black Fortunes” by Shomari Wills is a captivating book that tells the stories of the first black millionaires in America, who achieved remarkable success and impact in the face of tremendous adversity. In this review, I will share some of…