Super Rich – by Russell Simmons

I recently bought this book from Amazon.com, it took me a while but I finally found the quiet time to delve into it. Personally speaking, the past six years of my life display financial turmoil and therefore I admit, I was initially enticed by its title “Super Rich”. Super Rich discusses how to find true happiness without connecting with material things, these principles are the centerpiece of Mr. Simmons book. Super Rich is non-disturbing and has a peaceful tone to it.

In Chapter One, Simmons discusses some of the accolades readers expressed for his first book Do You. What I liked most is the way Simmons carefully blends subtle touches of Hindu & Yoga philosophy to enhance the stories and experiences he writes about. In one of the books quotes, “All nature loves an honest person. He need not run after things; they will run after him,” Sri Swami Satchidananda. Readers will relate to this because all too often making decisions in business  our ethics are challenged. So many choose greed over honesty and integrity. Simmons reveals personal stories of his and those close to him, such as his brother Rev. Run, which are quite funny and honest.

Throughout the book, Simmons highlights in so many ways the, “Do’s and Don’ts” to becoming Super Rich. For example, Simmons discusses why it’s important “[No to] Chase Money” but instead advises his readers to, “Give Unconditionally.”

The book reminds me of Depak Chopra with an Urban twist and reveals many lessons on discovering happiness independent of material things. It connotes the prospect of finding personal fulfillment, true happiness, and peace of mind. In summary, this book is great for readers who are ready and willing to step-up to a higher level of consciousness.

Click link to buy: Super Rich: A Guide to Having It All

Fabulously Frugal !!!

Book Review

The Frugalista Files :How One Woman Got Out of Debt without Giving Up the Fabulous Life

Q&A

Who should read this book?

If you have recently fail on hard times or see your credit card balances increasing monthly then you should definitely check-out The Frugalista Files by Natalie P. McNeal hitting bookstores this January 1st 2011.

What is a “frugalista”?

Fru·gal·is·ta [froo-guh-lee-stuh]

-noun

1. A person who lives within their means, saves, still looks good, eats well and lives fabulous.

What’s in it for you?

Being a frugalista helps you gain confidence in your own independence and ability to manage personal finance.  Secondly, you will discover hidden talents and skills that go under-used such as cooking, self-makeovers, and DIY pedi’s and mani’s.

Amazingly, because of your new “frugalista” powers, you will begin see her debt decline and savings increase.  On top of all that, you’ll learn how to be fabulous at half of the cost. Never the less, it’s fun and painless way to get out of debt and build the lifestyle you want.

What happens in the book?

Well I don’t won’t to ruin it entirely for everyone but, in this book you will read about the fabulous life of  Natalie P. McNeal and how The Frugalista Files was born:

… Through her blog, Natalie confessed her spending habits to the world—and it turns out she wasn’t the only one having trouble balancing the budget! From the drastic “no-buy” month that kicked off it all to the career gamble that threatened to put her deeper in the hole, The Frugalista Files shares Natalie’s personal and professional transformation from cubicle rat to take-charge career girl.

This book is an easy read and offers good advice. It gets the Intelligence Age approval as a must read for the New Year.

To learn more about the author Natalie P. McNeal aka “Frugalista” click here

Book info:

Title:		The Frugalista Files
SubTitle:		How One Woman Got Out of Debt without Giving Up the Fabulous Life
Publisher:		Harlequin
Imprint:		Harlequin Nonfiction
Pub Date:		01/01/2011
ISBN:		9780373892297

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The Frugalista Files