2015: My Year in Books
In 2015, I read 105 books, consisting of a total of 30,038 pages (I stopped reading two of these books before finishing them; the page total does not account for this). The average … Continue reading 2015: My Year in Books
Tag: 2015 TBR Challenge
The Positive Power of Negative Thinking by Julie Norem
In The Positive Power of Negative Thinking, author Julie Norem compares defensive pessimism—a strategy for managing existing anxiety by identifying and addressing possible negative outcomes before undertaking an endeavor—with its … Continue reading The Positive Power of Negative Thinking by Julie Norem
Everyday Blessings by Myla and Jon Kabat-Zinn
I borrowed this book from my friend Melanie ages ago (about three years ago, I think). I started it right away after I borrowed it, and while I appreciated the … Continue reading Everyday Blessings by Myla and Jon Kabat-Zinn
Coming to Our Senses by Jon Kabat-Zinn
I gave this one the old college try, but it’s just not working for me. I actually think it’s a fine book with some really insightful gems, like the excellent … Continue reading Coming to Our Senses by Jon Kabat-Zinn
Imperfect Happiness 