I borrowed this book from the library and found it to be an inspirational read. At first I thought that I would skim through and read perhaps just the pages by people whom I recognized. I found it to not only be a quick read but one with many hidden golden nuggets of thoughtful advice.
One of my favorites, in it's entirety is Martha Stewarts advice to Gather the Good Things:
So the pie isn't perfect? Cut it into wedges. When faced with a challenge, evaluate or assess the situation, gather the good things in sight, abandon the bad, clear your mind, and move on. Focus on the positive. Stay in control, and never panic.
I did not know anything about Katie Couric before I read this book and although it is not about her- there are snippets of her own life story which is both insightful and sad.
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hmmm.. inspiring quote lady ren. where've you been? enjoying the last days of summer i presume... thanks for this golden nugget of advice today!
I enjoy these types of books. The MS advice is really good for any situation. I like "abandon the bad, clear your mind and move on" very much. Never panic is also a great one. How much easier so many situations are when there is no panic. I think I'll have to pick this book up, my daughter will also enjoy it I think.
Good review. I think she was wise to not make it a full-blown biography ... sounds like something I'd like to read!
I would never choose to read this on my own but now I am intrigued. I need good advice/inspiration!
sound like you had a good read. thanks for sharing : )
Ooh, looks good. I'm going to keep an eye out for this at the library...
I love that quote from Martha Stewart.
Thanks for the recommendation on this book. I really like Martha Stewart's advice and find it even more interesting coming from America's most famous perfectionist.
oh what a great find!
Martha's advice is just too good-I obviously need to pick up a copy of this book!
Sounds like an interesting book. I've always been a fan of Katie's :)
Yep words of wisdom that are particularly apt!
I'll have to check this out! =)
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"Focus on the positive. Stay in control, and never panic." is my mantra and my motto!!!
Convinced by your review and have put my request in for a copy at my library. Look forward to reading it. Thank you.
Ooh, I'd like to read it. Putting it on my list!
Katie Couric went to my alma mater - The University of Virginia. I wanted to be a journalist when I was in college and she was always a mentor of mine. I did not know about this book. Thanks for sharing! xo Samantha
martha's advice is spot on, isn't it?
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