Quotes from "The Monk who sold his Ferrari".

 Here are some of the inspiring and motivating lines from the best seller "The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari". You should read this book once If you haven't read this book. Here is a review of it.                                     "The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari" Review.

Here are some of the powerful lines.

• People who study others are wise but those who study themselves are enlightened.

• Quick fixes don't work. All lasting inner changes requires time and effort. Persistence is the mother of change. I am not saying that it will take years to make a profound changes in your life. But to reach this destination, you must not get hung up to the outcome. Instead, enjoy the process of growth and expansion. Ironically, the less you focus on the end result, the quicker it will come.

• I've learned that everything happens for a reason. Every event has a why and all the adversity teaches us a lesson. Never regret your past. Accept it as a teacher and move on.

• Push yourself to do more and to experience more. Don't accept a life of mediocrity when you hold such infinite potential within the fortress of your mind. Dare to tap into your greatness.

• Worry drains the mind of its power and, sooner or later, it injures the soul.

• Success on outside means nothing unless you also have success within.

• It's not what you will get out of the book that is so enriching - it is what the books will get out of you that will ultimately change your life.

• Ancient rule of twenty-one: If you do anything for twenty-one days, it will be installed as a habit.

• Self-mastery and consistent care of one's mind , body and soul are essential to finding one's highest self and living the life of one's dreams. How can you care for others even if you can not take care of yourself ? How can you do good even if you don't feel good ?

• The quality of your life will come down to quality of your contribution.

• People who study others are wise but those who study themselves are enlightened.

 

• Take time to think. Discover your real reasons for being here and then have the courage to act on it.

• "Investing in yourself is the best investment you will ever make. It will not only improve your life, it will also improve the life of all those around you".

• Your "I CAN" is more important than your "IQ".

• If you don't even know where you are going, how will you ever know when you get there?

• Those who are truly enlightened know what they want out of life, emotionally, materially, physically and spiritually.  Clearly defined priorities and goals for every aspect of your life will serve a role similar to that played by a lighthouse, offering you guidance and refuge when the seas become rough.

• Identify the things that are holding you back. Are you scared of speaking or do you have trouble in your relationships? Do you lack a positive attitude or do lack energy?  Make a written inventory of your weaknesses. Satisfied people are far more thoughtful than others. Take time to reflect on what it is that might be keeping you from the life you really want to know deep down you can have.  Once you have identified what your weaknesses are, the next step is to face them head on and attack your fears.

• Fear is nothing more than a monster, you have created, a negative stream of consciousness. 

• Fear is a conditioned response: a life-sucking habit that can easily consume your energy, creativity and spirit if you are not careful. When fear rears its ugly head, beat it down quickly. The best way to do that is to do the thing you fear. Understand the anatomy of fear. It is your own creation. Like any other creation, it is just as easy to tear it down as it is to erect it.

• You are what you think about all day long. You are also what you say to yourself all day long. The words you say to yourself affect your self image  and your self image determines what actions you take.

• You truly can not afford the luxury of one negative thought - Not even one. 

So, these were some of thoughts from this book that really captivated me.  I hope after reading this post you too will be inspired. Add these values to your life and feel the difference. That's the ultimate aim of this blog Pen Enchanted. Adding values to your life through books.💓

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Quotes from "The Secret"

Here, you will find some motivating and inspiring lines from a very famous book, "The Secret". I f you haven't read this book then have an idea about it from its review here.

• Your power is in your thoughts, so stay awake. In other words, remember to remember.
• There is no such thing as hopeless situation. Every single situation can change.
• You become what you think about most, but you also attract what you think about most.

• Remember that your thoughts are the primary cause of everything.
• Evert thought of yours is a real force.
• See the things that you want as already yours.
• The short cut to anything that you want in life is to be and feel happy now.

• Claim the things you want by feeling and believing they are already yours.
• To make a relationship work, focus on what you appreciate about other person, and not on your complaints.
• Focus only on things you love, feel love,  and you will experience that love and joy coming back to you- multiplied.

• All stress begins with one negative thought.
• Illness can not exist in a body that has harmonious thoughts.
• You have the ability to choose what you want to experience.
• Be aware of everything around you, because you are receiving the answers to yous questions everyday.

• When you want to change your circumstances, you must change your thinking first.
• Gratitude is the way to bring more into your life.
• Success comes from within, not from without.
• When you visualize,  then you materialize.
• Ninety Nine percent of who you are is invisible and untouchable.

• Instead of focusing on world's problems, give your focus and energy to trust, love, abundance, education and peace.
• You can't hold love in your hand. Only you can feel it in your heart.

These were some of the quotes which I found worth sharing. You will find much more when you will read the bOok. 

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The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

"Everything is created twice,

first in the mind and then in reality." 

                                                           Robin Sharma( The monk who sold his ferrari).

Overview

The monk who sold his Ferrari by Robin Sharma is a very interesting self help book. The best past about this best seller is its practical approach towards optimism by nurturing some good habits within. It is not filled with fancy statements of  positive vibes which you will find in most of the self help books. It emphasizes  on building habits which ultimately leads you towards your goals and  changes your circumstances.

All these points have been depicted in the form of a story with the intention to keep you interested. The story is told from the perspective of one of the associates of the main character( Julian Mantle), who admires his work and aspires to be like him. Its basically two person talking over dinner, mainly Julian Mantle sharing his experiences.  

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Brief Summary

The story revolves around Julian Mantle, a high profile lawyer with his core centered around money, power and fame. Although, he was a very successful man but his personal life sucked. Since, he focused mostly on money, fame and power, he never had time for his family as a result of which his wife divorced him. Most of the time he was alone and was always under a huge pressure. He was of 53 but looked like 80 years old.

One day, while case proceedings in the court, he suffered a severe a heart attack. After that he decided to leave the profession. He sold all his possessions including his luxurious Ferrari which has been highlighted, don't know why(maybe for the sake of publicity ;) ). He left to India somewhere in the Himalayan ranges in search of a meaningful life. 

There he meets yogi Raman, who taught him the true meaning of life when Julian agreed to spread his knowledge once he gets back to his home town.

He was a completely changed man when he returned and later on shares his knowledge with one of his junior associate and readers.

The seven major lessons:

This book mainly revolves around these seven habits explaining them by various examples, quotations and facts. These lessons are:- 

• Master your mind
• Follow your purpose
• Practice Kaizen ( Kaizen means attaining self mastery through continuous  self-improvement).
• Live with discipline
• Respect your time
• Serve others selflessly
• Embrace the present

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Although, some lessons has have been repeated in one or other form which you may find a bit boring but, at the same time author has used some highly inspiring quotations which will touch you .

Although, a formation of new habit in 21 days and a lifestyle in 90 days by continued efforts is something which you must try. I know its not easy but it will turn out to be a game changer for you. May be, a kind of hope which you have been looking for.

A word from Pen Enchanted

Well, the form in which this fable has been depicted may appear to be a kind of podcast but one can't neglect the fact that the author has explained some very important life lessons with practical approach. You may find it boring due to the kind of plot set-up it has .

I recommend this book to the people the who are highly motivated and possess some aspiration in their  in their life. This will definitely help you in keeping motivated and maintaining emotional balance which is very necessary. Also,  If you are not able able to manage your professional and private life, then you must read this book atleast once.

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Wise and Otherwise

Wise and Otherwise is a beautiful collection of 51 short story by Sudha Murty. She is the founder of the CSR wing of the Infosys, a famous IT company from India. Apart from that, she is a prolific writer and a professor. Her stories are drawn from the vast experience acquired by her lifetime service to the people.

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Every story will amaze you as it touches one or other aspects of life, sometimes bringing forward the harsh realities of life. She writes about the ordinary people of India with not so ordinary life. Their stories will touch you and at times may fill your heart with heaviness and leave your mind thought provoked. 

Everyone around us is suffering, either mentally (most of us these days) or physically .Its the ability with which they handle the situations, turns out to be a hero, villain, victim or sometimes an unsung hero.

After reading these stories, a thought which came to my mind was that, " The life of an ordinary  person is the most extraordinary one, of which, we know nothing about". Obviously, most of their life passes fighting against the odd situations. A poor father arranging dowry for his daughter's marriage. The same father getting harassed by his son and daughter-in-law in some other story. A  girl was tortured and murdered, the story airs that she lost her life due to stove-fire. Everyone knows the truth but ignores. The one who faces is the one who suffers, people around you will just show their sympathy and walk-off most of the time.

However, there were some inspirational stories as well, a thought provoking, i must say. One of the story that really amazed me was "Bonded by Blisleri". Often natural calamities like earthquakes are very destructive and are reason of pain and misery. I had never heard that somebodies life changed  in a positive way just because of an earthquake.(You may have heard but I, never.. never..). After reading the story, i was awestruck by the fact that how such a destructive natural calamity turns out to be a boon in someone's life.

Some stories also dealt with the principles of success and failure. Success may have many fathers but failure has none. Hard work is important but its the confidence which is one of the greatest asset which one must acquire.

With her stories, Sudha Murty has touched almost every section of daily life. At times, I just wondered how was she able to manage all her works. Managing official works, social works, her teaching obviously and then pocketed out some time for writing as well. Well, i am no one to judge but she is doing her work passionately and is a source of inspiration for today's generation.

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I would that say that, a string of 51 stories may sound too many for some but you will find a glimpse of real, untouched life in her stories.  You will have a wonderful opportunity to learn some values and read some experiences. These things are pure gold  because no one teaches them.

Some other articles from this blog are-

• Hope.. that keeps us going 
• The subtle art of not giving a fuck 
• Ofcourse i love you! till i find someone better.
• A walk to remember. 

Of Course I Love You...! Till I Find Someone Better

" Of Course I Love You

Till I Find Someone Better.

Everyone heard the first line

but felt the second line."

College, Attendance, Results, Relationships Friendships, Hook-ups, Break-ups, Placements, Gossips.... and a never ending list of curiosity and drama. Yes, I know you can relate to it. This is something which most of the collage going students or those who were a part of it once can easily relate. The author (Durjoy Datta) has given a glimpse of all these, beautifully in his work Of Course I Love You Till I Find Someone Better. The plot is set  around DCE college somewhere in Delhi.

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The story starts in quite a seductive manner thus, gives you the motivation to read further. It revolves around Debashish(Deb), who had a history of being in relationships and then finding a way out for a breakup. Charming personality and witty nature are some of the attributes, due to which he can attract any girl. 

You may find the initial part a bit boring as the story seems here and there but not till another important character (Avantika) is introduced in the plot. Deb started loving loving Avantika even though he was in a relationship, ends up being in relation with Avantika in some dramatic manner. According to Deb, he was in true love this time. An earthquake of magnitude 8.6 on Richter scale can not shake their bond, such was the intensity of their love. Deb's life became great. He wasn't placed but somehow managed a job in government sector on his father's recommendation.

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 Things were going well but suddenly  Avantika left giving her own reason as she was a follower of some guru, thus leaving Deb in complete despair. Deb was shocked and depressed. He was getting his own taste which used to do with others. Although he made some friends in office but still he was missing her badly. He was a improved person now and helped his office friend Amit to propose and marry the love of his life, Astha.

One day something surprising happened. Umm... Did Avantika came back? well, i would leave you with this suspense. It was a happy ending. Just a hint for you( blink of an eye)

I would end up saying that this book may attract you but if you are a kind of passionate reader then you may get disappointed.

Characters:

• Debashish  (Deb)
• Avantika    (Deb's girlfriend)
• Smriti         (Deb's ex) 
• Vernita       ( friend)
• Shrey
• Amit
• Astha
• Neeti
• Sonali        (Deb's sister)
• Moushmi   (Debs elder sister)

This was about the book. If you want me to review any other books. Do write in comment section.

Here are links of some of the previous book reviews.

• Rich Dad Poor Dad
• A Walk To Remember
• Subtle Art Of Not Giving a Fuck