Book review
Good morning beauties!
Don't we all wish that we just had our shit together. There are some (most) mum's who look like they have it all together at first glance but are so good at hiding it. So when I heard that there was a new book being released all about how to 'Get Your Sh*t Together' I thought it might have some tips that I could make use of.
Sarah Knight, who is the author of the book has previously written another book called 'The magic of not giving a fu*k' and I have heard so many good things about that book. So this one has got to be good right?
Sarah Knight is described as an 'anti guru' and takes us on a journey through mental and physical de- cluttering. She helps teach us how to prioritize jobs and what we need and want and also learn to prioritize.
If you don;t like bad language or swearing then I wouldn't think you would have even picked up this book to look at. Probably a good thing as Knight blatantly tells you she is going to use the work fuck 332 throughout the book.
There is such a range of topics covered in the book that whatever your searching for it's bound to be in here. We start in the early chapters by covering The power of negative thinking which is an odd way to look at things. I am someone who thrives on positivity and the power of positive thinking so when Knight turned negative thinking into a way to fuel the positivity, I knew I was hooked.
Later on in the book you will cover everything from relationships, day to day stresses and even saving money for your retirement.
If your not a list maker then no need to worry, there are diagram's and all sort's included in the book. So no matter what way you find learning effective you will gain something out of here.
Again, don't read this book if you don't like the word fuck - or any swear word for that matter.
Would I recommend it? Yes!
Does this sound like a book you would like to read?
Lipstick and love!
*book was supplied for review
#GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amuroso is the no bullshit guide to taking ownership in your life.
#GIRLBOSS tells the story of how hard work and determination can really pay off. Starting at the beginning when her parents are getting a divorce and revealing everything about her rebellious stage of life to the early days of nasty gal, the theme that remains the same throughout the entire book is owning your goals.
There is no doubt that Sophia is a clever business woman. #GIRLBOSS is somewhere in between a how - to - guide book for businesses and a memoir of her life. There are success stories included at the end of each chapter which are no doubt inspiring.
The tone that Sophia talk in throughout the book is very nice and made me appreciate her. By nice, I mean that it wasn't patronising and also empowering. There is no doubt that the theme throughout the book is hard work pays off.
I was hooked for the most part of the book and took notes on the important things I found. However as the last few chapters approached I found myself loosing intereset and skim reading.
Three things I have learnt from reading girls boss are, one - don't be ashamed of your dreams. Haters Goin hate anyway! Two - you don't get anywhere without a bit of hard work and three - good things take time. #girlboss can relate to anyone. Even though it is based on the fashion industry you can apply the lessons learnt to anything you do. Whether it's blogging or running a cupcake business this is a must read book! Three - Speak up. Be your own cheerleader because if you aren't then who will be?
I recommend this book to anyone who wants a little encouragement to chase their dreams. You can pick it up from all good bookstores.
Title - Nanny Confidential
Author - Philippa Christian
Publisher - Allen and Unwin
Published - 17th December 2014
Pages - 240
Nanny Confidential by Philippa Christian is a book that I've had my eye on for quite some time.
The thought of hearing juicy stories from some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities all while trying to guess who they were sounded like something light and easy for me to read before bed
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Nanny Confidential is a deliciously gossipy novel about the rich and famous from the nanny who has seen it all.
I enjoyed reading this book and finding out about all the elaborate things that go on behind closed doors. There were stories of a reality film crew coming into the house and elaborate cover up's to hide affair's from the paparazzi. I was a little disappointed to find this book in the fiction department as I thought it would be more a memoir of a nanny's career however, I enjoyed it never the less.
The stories are quite believable even though some are quite elaborate. However, at one point in the book I felt like she was THAT friend who always had a story to tell that was better than yours. The only time I lost interest in the book was when she was describing the children's birthday parties. It was just a little too elaborate and I couldn't bear to read anymore about it I flicked on.
Overall I really enjoyed this book. It was light and fun with interesting stories. Philippa is working on a sequel to this which I will defend fly be picking up. I borrowed this from the library and I have seen it available on both book depository and fishpond.
I rate it 3 out of 5
Would I recommend it? Yes
Do you think this is something you would enjoy? x
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