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The Sweet Life
Is stress a necessary part of life? How do people in many other countries stay so slim? Do other societies share our addiction to romance and finding the "perfect partner"? Should we live to work or work to live? The Sweet Life has the answers. Join author William Sinunu as he travels the globe and takes us on a front-seat, uncharted tour of the practices and beliefs of many different cultures. In these 101 inspiring vignettes, he learns how to better appreciate life, by unlocking the world's best advice on love, work, health, raising children, living more simply, and even coping with grief. As Sinunu searches for ways to improve his life, he discovers * the French spice up their sex lives with fantasy; * the Jamaicans enjoy each moment; * the Egyptians plan reasonable food portions; * the Turks relax after a stressful day; * and much more. The Sweet Life proves that connecting more deeply with those we love, taking better care of our bodies and souls, and living more fully and passionately in the present is easier than we may think.
310 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2007
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April 3, 2016
3.5 stars. It was interesting to read about other cultures and how they view different aspects of life. I definitely took away some "a ha" moments and new ways to look at things. Some parts were a little too light, though. It seemed like the author felt compelled to write about every single place he's been which left some of the anecdotes a little weaker. I'd still recommend this to someone looking to step in another's shoes for a bit. A brief easy read, I'd pick it up for a story or 2 each day.
July 4, 2012
Like Chicken Soup for the Soul, but with international flavor. It makes me think differently about everything in my life from parenting to dealing with death. It helps me see just how manic life is here in the States, and how to change that for my family.
June 28, 2011
Just a great little book with many short, real stories that help put perspective onto many of life's situations that affect us all.
August 22, 2014
Gave me some great quotes. Oversimplified in many ways. A light fun read. Gave me more travel destinations and activities to add to my someday list!
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