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Book Review: Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez

“Your Money or Your Life,” first published in 1992, is a groundbreaking work in personal finance. Authors Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez offer more than just budgeting advice. They blend financial literacy with personal philosophy, environmental consciousness, and the quest for fulfillment. The Concept of Enough At the core of the book is the idea…
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We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson – Review

This book was such a good pick for October. Not scary, but a bit odd and creepy. It follows two disturbed adult sisters and their uncle in their secluded life. Six years after a tragic event in their family, a visitor comes and mixes up their routine. Goodreads Blurb: My name is Mary Katherine Blackwood.…
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Book Review: Solve for Happy: Engineer Your Path to Joy by Mo Gawdat

In Solve for Happy, Mo Gawdat offers a unique blend of personal story and practical advice focused on finding happiness. Drawing from his profound loss of his son, Ali, he presents a methodical approach to achieving happiness. Specifically, Gawdat frames happiness as an equation: happiness equals perceptions of life minus expectations. Moreover, his engineering background…
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Top 10 Gardening Books for Every Green Thumb

Gardening is a rewarding and enriching hobby, and there’s no better way to deepen your knowledge and skills than by diving into some excellent books. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, these top 10 gardening books offer invaluable insights, practical advice, and inspiration to help you cultivate your green space. 1. “The Garden…
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