BOOKS

Many books in which I have read throughout my life had had some sort of impact on how I think.  If the views of the writer are different from my own views but more logical, then I will change my point of view.  A book which I read a few years back really did change my views on many things of which I used to get frustrated about but no longer do has to be -  The Art of Happiness by His Holiness The Dalai Lama.  This  has to be one of my favorites!  The Dalai Lama calls himself a simple monk, though anyone whom has read any of his books or come into contact with him would say otherwise.  He is an enlightened being who reminds us through many of his books how to be happy and content with the life we have and to turn any negative emotions into positive ones.  Practice compassion and altruism in our everyday life and simple things that we forget as we live our busy lives with hectic schedules.  After reading this book I genuinely felt a reinforcement of happiness and contentment.  Its the kind of book I would recommend to everyone I know and even those I don't :)

Another good book which had a huge impact on me is The Professors Daughter by Emily Raboteau.  We are caught up in the fictional world through the eyes of "The Professor's Daughter", who herself goes through many difficult times which I am sure many readers can connect to, as they are circumstances which happen in reality. The writer frequently made me laugh throughout the book and as I read on I realized that it is a roller coaster ride of funny, intimate, sad and often tragic events.  GREAT BOOK!

As I have a passion for food and health, another great book which I have read recently would have to be In Defense of Food by Michael Pollan.  This book just confirmed what I had feared about food here in the United States and often globally.  The writer - Michael Pollen offers us information and often shocking truths on the food industry here in the United States.  Of course we can come up with our own conclusions after finishing the book, but it is a great insight into the food industry.  Definitely a great read and a must read in my eyes for everyone!