Revolution by Russell Brand

Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi (originally published Oct 7^th, 2014)

Revolution by Russell Brand… a life-changing read? No! Entertaining? Yes! And a few thoughts to reflect upon and some ideas that may be beneficial for self-improvement. In a humorous, Brand style rant, he gets you thinking outside the box and on a different tangent to the status quo.

A book that shares one person’s ideas in a way that generates new and challenging thoughts within is to be appreciated and Brand has done this well. Whether right or wrong or indeed revolutionary Russell opens your mind to different points of view and perspectives about the world we live in with a particular emphasis on politics, culture and wealth distribution.  (more…)

Kick Ass By Mel Robbins

This book flection is written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi 

Mel Robbins is an American television host, author and motivational speaker. She has a popular TEDx Talk too – How to Stop Screwing Yourself Over. Her book The 5 Second Rule was a big success and now she has launched this Audiobook titled Kick Ass.

It’s a series on unfiltered one-on-one coaching sessions and advice from Mel. Please enjoy my review here. (more…)

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The Art of Possibility

This book flection is written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi 

The Art of Possibility, a book written by Rosamund Zander and Benjamin Zander as a guide to achieving fulfilment in all endeavours in life through practices of possibility. If all life, I mean absolutely everything is simply an invention on top of an invention then why not live in a world where creativity rules the journey in life and the happiness we experience?

In this book, the Zanders outline 12 practices that will help you to escape living a measured life guided by external demands and expectations to living an internally guided life, one enriched by your creative pursuits and limitless possibilities. A life where anything is possible. A life of possibility.

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Marathon Training Academy

With Leigh Martinuzzi 

Please enjoy this months podcast review of Marathon Training Academy. I am not Marathon man but I like the idea and this podcast gives some pretty good training hints and tips plus endless motivation to make us all want to run a little bit more. (more…)

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Choose Yourself! by James Altucher

Written and Narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi – originally published Aug 15, 2014

James Altucher is a quirky dude. Operating under many tittles, Hedge Fund Manager, Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist, Author and Podcaster, I appreciate him for his unique perspectives, ability to think outside the box and his way of vulnerable self-expression. With over 20 books under his belt, this is perhaps one of his more popular ones with a title that has a nice hook – who doesn’t want to choose themselves, be happy, make millions and live the dream?

The book starts with a deal from James and that’s an offer that if you can prove you’ve read the book, he will refund your money. He states that all the ideas in the book have already given him his success and made him his pennies and rather than giving it away he is simply asking you to invest in yourself with some certain level of confidence. Essentially asking you to ‘Choose Yourself’. A clever marketing ploy, nonetheless.

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The Miracle Equation by Hal Elrod

Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi 

In this book, Hal Elrod shares the two decisions that will move our biggest goals from possible, to probably to inevitable. It’s a really simple equation however the greatest challenge is in its implementation. Hal does not explain what it’s all about and why it’s important by he guides us through the process of taking it from theory to execution and from there, miracles are created. (more…)

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The Pema Chodron Audio Collection

Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi

Pema Chodron is an American Tibetan Buddhist, author of many books and audiobooks, and perhaps one of the West’s most favourite Buddhist teachers.  In this audiobook narrated by Pema Chodron herself, she shares three of her most popular teachings including Pure Meditation, Good Medicine and From Fear to Fearlessness. (more…)

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TED Talks Daily

With Leigh Martinuzzi 

I’ve been listing to this podcast for some time now so it’s about time I did a quick reflection. My take on TED talks – they rock. You can definitely over-consume TED talks and the reason I believe is that they are short, inspiring, education and therefore a tad addictive. Actually, I use to have more time to watch one of the TED talk videos each day but recently not so much which is a damn shame. Thankfully, TED Talks Daily fills the void. (more…)

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Top 5 Books On History & Evolution

By Leigh Martinuzzi 

Today I wish to share with you my top 5 books on history and evolution. There are many however these are the ones that immediately come to mind and ones which I certainly would recommend. Enjoy and let me know your thoughts if you’ve also read them.

Below are the links to my full reviews of each book and links to purchase copies of the books if you wish. (more…)

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