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Breaking Barriers to Mental Well-being: A Review of “Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before” by Dr Julie Smith

February 3, 2024February 3, 2024 Christine John

This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I may earn a small commission when you click on the links to make a purchase, at no additional cost to you. The first book on my reading list for 2024 was “Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before” by Dr Julie Smith. After reading this book, I feel very satisfied with the choice I made as the first book to read for the year. In today’s blog post, here is my review of this practical guide.…

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12 Non-Fiction Books I’m Excited to Read in 2024

January 19, 2024January 19, 2024 Christine John

This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I may earn a small commission when you click on the links to make a purchase, at no additional cost to you. We are entering our third week in 2024 and I’m excited about what the year will look like. One of my resolutions for this year is to read more books. I want to read more books to increase my knowledge and my vocabulary, and I also think that it helps me to be a…

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Six Lessons I Learned from 2023 That I Will Take With Me Into 2024

December 31, 2023December 31, 2023 Christine John

We are almost near the end of 2023 and usually at this time I tend to reflect on the events that happened throughout the year. I think about my achievements and mistakes, what I should have kept the same, and what I should have done differently. There are six key takeaways I learned this year that I want to share with you, and I hope that you will keep them in mind as we approach the New Year. Lesson 1: Don’t be a slave to debt. I went back to…

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Harness the Power of Social Media to Promote Your Books

December 12, 2023December 12, 2023 Christine John

In today’s digital age, promoting your work as an author has become both easier and more challenging. On the one hand, the advent of social media platforms has provided authors with a powerful tool to engage with their readers, build an audience, and market their books. On the other hand, the sheer volume of content online can make it difficult for authors to cut through the noise and capture readers’ attention. However, with the right digital marketing strategies, you can successfully harness the power of social media to promote your…

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Unlocking the Power of Digital Marketing: 10 Must-Have Tools for Beginners

December 2, 2023December 2, 2023 Christine John

In today’s digitally-driven world, online entrepreneurs must have a strong grasp of digital marketing. With countless platforms and strategies available, it can seem overwhelming to navigate the vast landscape of digital marketing. However, fear not! In this blog post, we will explore the power of digital marketing tools that are a must-have for beginners. These tools will not only make your job easier but also enable you to unlock the true potential of your online business. 1. Google Analytics: The Key to Understanding Your Audience One of the most important…

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Strangers on this Earth – A Poem

September 29, 2023August 28, 2023 Christine John

We are strangers on this earthPilgrims on a journeyThough we face testing and trialsWe will one day reach our heavenly homeWhere our Heavenly Father reigns. We are strangers on this earthVisitors just passing throughOur time is coming to an endLike the closing of a chapter in the Book of LifeThat our Heavenly Father maintains. We are strangers on this earthOur journey is long and full of strifeWe may get discouraged along the wayBut we can always call on our Heavenly FatherAnd He will guide us home someday. We are strangers…

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On the Edge – A Poem

September 22, 2023August 28, 2023 Christine John

I’m on the edgeOn the very tipOf a mountainFull of emotions SuspendedThrough timeAnd space,Like pressing a buttonEverythingIs suddenlyPut on hold. Don’t knowHow I feelDon’t knowWhere I’m goingAm I happy or sad?Going up or downI’m just suspendedIn thin airNothingTo hold on toNo oneTo depend on. I feel myself slippingSlowly the rocks crumbleUnder my weightBut never falling. I’m just thereOn the edgeOf a mountainFull of emotions. I wrote this poem when I got hurt by someone who was very close to me. That person was supposed to be my friend and when…

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Amazon’s New Rules for Self-Publishers

September 20, 2023September 16, 2023 Christine John

AI (Artificial Intelligence) has become very popular in the past few months, in particular, ChatGPT. People have been using AI for various purposes such as for healthcare, transportation, education, agriculture, and finance. And now people are using AI to write blog posts, short stories, articles, and novels. But not everyone likes to read the works of ChatGPT or AI technology. In self-publishing, people are now publishing works that were produced by AI and are being sold under the names of human writers. Amazon allows authors to self-publish their books through…

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A Costly Mistake I Made While on Holiday in the Caribbean

September 16, 2023September 16, 2023 Christine John

I recently read in the Metro newspaper (11/09/2023) about a young traveler who received an unexpected sky-high phone bill when she returned from her Caribbean cruise. Instead of her usual monthly bill of £30-£35, she was charged a whopping £1186.59! When I read the story, I felt sorry for the person who received such a high phone bill. Unfortunately, something similar happened to me while I was on holiday. I traveled to Dominica for 10 days with my older sister and niece. I was also able to spend some time…

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