Author: Alka
Dalal
Genre:
Self-Help
Pages: 85
Purchase:
Amazon & Barnes and Noble
Creative
Genius is about that discusses the areas in our lives that we need to realize
and understand that will help us unlock our creative genius.
The first
chapter of this book is a strong start and it is something that I truly believe
in – Being a Lifelong Learner.
Similar to
Alka I have a wide age range of friends because I truly believe that that we
can all learn just as much from the Youth of this country as we can from a
person in their eighties or nineties. All we have to do is take the time to listen
to what they have to say.
Alka also
points out that Education is a part of lifelong learning and I am proud to say
that I am enrolled in school to obtain my MBA because I am passionate about
learning and feel that it does open doors.
Key Quote:
“The day we stop learning is the day we stop growing and expanding our minds.”
Which leads
me to the next chapter of this book that I love and it discusses how being
passionate can assist with creativity.
This chapter for me hit home because the first thing that came to mind
was my blog. I had always been passionate about writing and reading books as a
kid. I would write short stories and create my own books (artwork included) and
share them with my family.
A few years ago I wanted to go back to my writing but
wanted it to mean something so I started my blog with the focus of being
inspirational and encouraging. I also recently started incorporating book
reviews into my site so I have the joy of both writing and reading and it is
very fulfilling.
Key Quote:
“Whatever you are doing if you approach it with a passion, you will always find
deep satisfaction.”
Another great
chapter in this book is being spiritual.
I can say that being spiritual has helped me with all the ups and downs
of life and was the one main thing that was my rock and foundation when I was
going through my divorce.
Alka
discusses the importance of finding true spirituality and connecting with our
inner self and the importance of being truthful. Truthful in the sense of being
honest with oneself and having honest internal conversation in which we really
stop and think about how we are hurting others, or ourselves whether knowingly
or unknowing. Truly thought provoking
question of whether we take the time to stop and think and answer ourselves honestly
and openly regardless of the situation at hand.
Key Quote:
“Spirituality isn’t only a matter of finding occasional moments of peace and
harmony. It also means taking a meaningful approach to life that needs to be
practiced every day.”
What I truly
love about this book is no matter what Alka is exploring she makes every
chapter personal by sharing a story about herself. This helps the reader
connect with her and also helps to reinforce each point. I also love the fact
that she incorporates a quote in the beginning of each chapter. As anyone that
is a fan of my blog knows, I enjoy powerful and encouraging quotes that drive a
message home, so I can truly appreciate this aspect of her book.
Overall, a great self-help guide for unlocking your creative
genius. A quick and easy read and highly recommended!
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