Change your Words, Change your Life by Andrea Gardner

I stumbled upon the book "Change Your Words, Change Your Life" while casually browsing the Toronto Public Library website. The title immediately caught my eye. Lately, I’ve been reading a lot about shifting mindsets to cultivate a more positive outlook on life. As someone who is constantly thinking about my craft, I’m always looking for ways to use it to create a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

I’ve been telling people about my trouble regarding the online shop—how it’s not getting many views or sales. Then it struck me: maybe I’m attracting this “no-sale” energy by constantly complaining about it. To bring a bit of brightness into my creative journey, I decided to give this book a try.

As I started reading, I was drawn to the author’s story about how her life seemed to spiral into more and more misery. Inspired to change her circumstances, she began writing down what she truly wanted from life—a process that helped her clarify the kind of environment she needed to foster healing for herself and her family. One particularly striking example she shared was when they were on the verge of being evicted from their tiny cottage. In a turn of fate, she managed to find a larger place to live for free. While it wasn’t the most comfortable house, it had a roof over her head and fit within her budget. It felt like a miracle.

The author emphasizes the power of gratitude, suggesting that by acknowledging and being thankful for what we already have, we open ourselves up to receiving even more things to be grateful for. Inspired by this idea, I decided to start writing down a list of six things I’m grateful for every day.

Around the same time, another book, "Second Chance," landed in my inbox. You might have read my review about it before. As I continue exploring these new perspectives, I’m excited to see what shifts may happen in my life and craft.

This is not the end of the review here. i will be adding more about how I will change my words to change the life in future articles as well.

Second Chance by Deepika Muthusamy

I recently received a truly unexpected surprise gift—a book. 

You might think, what's so surprising about getting a gift?

 But to me, it isn't a usual occurrence, especially when it's a novel. 

The first scene in Second Chance immediately drew me in. Let me set the stage: it was a busy day. My daughter was preparing to go abroad for a week, and I was supposed to help her pack. I thought I’d just glance at the first paragraph and then get back to my responsibilities.

 But the prologue piqued my curiosity, especially about how Kavya and Karthik would cross paths. Initially, I assumed they were just ordinary college students. However, the author, Deepika Muthusamy, had something else in mind—something much cleverer!

To cut a long story short, by the time I finished the book, my daughter wasn’t exactly thrilled with my level of engagement.

The writing style is captivating, with enough twists and turns to keep you hooked throughout. I wish I could say more about the plot, but I’d rather avoid giving away any spoilers.

Initially, I thought Karthik was the sensible one who had been wronged. But as the story unfolds, glimpses into Kavya's life help you understand the reasons behind her unhappiness. The layers of each character are revealed slowly, making them feel real and relatable.

There were enough villains too to ruin the romance. 

As a person originally from India, I can understand the family reactions. The roles of men and women are much different compared to Western world. 

In many ways, India remains a patriarchal society. This novel offers a glimpse into the struggles of modern women as they seek recognition for their talents and efforts. 

Altogether, I will say, the writing style is good. Ms.Muthusamy got my attention till the end. 

Overall, I’d say the writing style is compelling, and Ms. Muthusamy kept me hooked until the very end. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys stories of love, resilience, and the complex dynamics of human relationships