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A Beautiful Mind, A Beautiful Life: The Bubz Guide to Being Unstoppable
From humble beginnings as an outsider, growing up one of the few Chinese students at her primary school in Ireland, to YouTube stardom and her own line of beauty products, Lindy Tsang, aka Bubzbeauty, has earned a unique perspective that she’s shared with her nearly 3 million YouTube subscribers.
Now, for the first time ever, Lindy’s experiences and insights have been put into a brand-new book, A Beautiful Mind, a Beautiful Life: The Bubz Guide to Being Unstoppable.
In A Beautiful Mind, a Beautiful Life, Lindy details her childhood, her family, the ups, downs, and most importantly, the lessons that she’s learned along the way.
231 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 12, 2017
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Lindy Tsang
1 book35 followersLindy Tsang, born on December 6, 1986, is a Chinese-Northern Irish beauty guru and vlogger on YouTube. She uploads frequently on her beauty channel, Bubzbeauty, and her vlogging channel, Bubzvlogz. Her Bubzbeauty channel has accumulated over 2.9 million subscribers. She has found entrepreneurial success by creating her own line of clothing and make-up brushes! She enjoys doing all of these things and also enjoys being with her family Tim, Isaac, Ayla, Domo and Chubbi.
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December 18, 2017
More of a 3.5 than a 3. I was disappointed by the book at first for a few reasons, but by the halfway point, I found myself thoroughly enjoying Bubz's words and advice.
Some background: I've been watching Bubzbeauty since I was 11 years old. I am now 20. I don't really watch her beauty videos anymore, but I love her vlogs. Bubz has been an uplifting force in my life for a long time now. So when she announced that she had written a book, I was ecstatic and immediately preordered. I guess my expectations may have been a bit too high (she actually talks about expectations vs goals in her book; my expectations with her book remind me of what she wrote).
The first quarter of the book was difficult for me to get through. I was annoyed with all of the cliches she had riddled her book with. I knew this book would get personal, and Bubz would dole out some advice she had learned in her years, but that's not what I was getting from what I read. There were some short, cheap anecdotes from her life sandwiched in between some cliche words like Life is like a bicycle-you have to keep moving forward or you'll fall or stuff like that. I wish she would quit it with the cheesy lines some people frame onto their bathroom walls or overpost on their Facebooks and get to the meat of her journey.
But, things improved. I was maybe being more skeptical of the book than I should have been. Bubz's primary career is not writing. I shouldn't hold the same standards for her as I would for Jane Austen or William Zinsser (speaking of which, I started this book write as I was finishing up On Writing Well, which probably made it a bit harder to stomach the cliches than would be normally). I have read many a memoir and self-help book, so my issue was in comparing what I had read to what Bubz had written. If you don't do that and keep neutral expectations, this is a rather pleasant book to read.
Around the halfway point of the book, I thought things had really started to pick up. Bubz was getting more personal and detailed with her life. Some of the advice was getting original. I was highlighting some bits of her book and making mental notes of what she wrote. I found a lot of her advice applicable to my life, from pursuing your passions and working hard, to taking care of yourself. I think, in some ways, she didn't get as personal with this book as I was expecting. The parts about was shocking, but that felt like the only deep cut the reader received from the whole book, and I don't think Bubz expanded on what happened as much as she could have.
This was a refreshing and light book. I am happy to have bought and read it, and after finishing it, I will be taking her advice into account with how I run my life. If you're a seasoned veteran when it comes to self-help, you might not enjoy this book. But if you are interested in Bubz journey and are looking for a slightly cliche but inspiring pick-me-up, this is the book for you.
Note to self: The parts where she talks about her self-worth being based on her appearance and how comfortable she feels in her own skin was very nice to hear. I am two weeks into my makeup-free lifestyle, and I found it nice to read. Going from caring too much about my appearance to not wanting to be valued on my looks isn't easy, but Bubz's words on it were helpful.
Key takeaways: Gotta work harder and be diligent about my specific goals. Gotta smile. Gotta be positive. I am in control of my attitude. Don't let my emotions rule me. Be kind.
Some background: I've been watching Bubzbeauty since I was 11 years old. I am now 20. I don't really watch her beauty videos anymore, but I love her vlogs. Bubz has been an uplifting force in my life for a long time now. So when she announced that she had written a book, I was ecstatic and immediately preordered. I guess my expectations may have been a bit too high (she actually talks about expectations vs goals in her book; my expectations with her book remind me of what she wrote).
The first quarter of the book was difficult for me to get through. I was annoyed with all of the cliches she had riddled her book with. I knew this book would get personal, and Bubz would dole out some advice she had learned in her years, but that's not what I was getting from what I read. There were some short, cheap anecdotes from her life sandwiched in between some cliche words like Life is like a bicycle-you have to keep moving forward or you'll fall or stuff like that. I wish she would quit it with the cheesy lines some people frame onto their bathroom walls or overpost on their Facebooks and get to the meat of her journey.
But, things improved. I was maybe being more skeptical of the book than I should have been. Bubz's primary career is not writing. I shouldn't hold the same standards for her as I would for Jane Austen or William Zinsser (speaking of which, I started this book write as I was finishing up On Writing Well, which probably made it a bit harder to stomach the cliches than would be normally). I have read many a memoir and self-help book, so my issue was in comparing what I had read to what Bubz had written. If you don't do that and keep neutral expectations, this is a rather pleasant book to read.
Around the halfway point of the book, I thought things had really started to pick up. Bubz was getting more personal and detailed with her life. Some of the advice was getting original. I was highlighting some bits of her book and making mental notes of what she wrote. I found a lot of her advice applicable to my life, from pursuing your passions and working hard, to taking care of yourself. I think, in some ways, she didn't get as personal with this book as I was expecting. The parts about was shocking, but that felt like the only deep cut the reader received from the whole book, and I don't think Bubz expanded on what happened as much as she could have.
This was a refreshing and light book. I am happy to have bought and read it, and after finishing it, I will be taking her advice into account with how I run my life. If you're a seasoned veteran when it comes to self-help, you might not enjoy this book. But if you are interested in Bubz journey and are looking for a slightly cliche but inspiring pick-me-up, this is the book for you.
Note to self: The parts where she talks about her self-worth being based on her appearance and how comfortable she feels in her own skin was very nice to hear. I am two weeks into my makeup-free lifestyle, and I found it nice to read. Going from caring too much about my appearance to not wanting to be valued on my looks isn't easy, but Bubz's words on it were helpful.
Key takeaways: Gotta work harder and be diligent about my specific goals. Gotta smile. Gotta be positive. I am in control of my attitude. Don't let my emotions rule me. Be kind.
April 16, 2018
What I liked most about Lindy’s writing is she is not preachy when it comes to delivering advice. Reading this was like watching one of her vlogs; I could hear her voice in my head, and I knew this was authentic Bubz advice. I ended up writing some of my favourite lines in my gratitude journal, and the one I’ve been putting to practise is, “Be willing to learn, and be willing to try.” It’s already made a difference for me!
January 15, 2018
I would really like to give this book Zero stars but that would not show up on the average. I technically did not finish the Book, I skimmed the last 30 pages.
I have been a fan of Lindy since I was 12 I watched her videos to help me clear my skin and her Vlogs really do give you an escape to a made-up world! I was so excited when I over a year ago she announced she was writing a book, and she made it sound like it would be a memoir. It wasn't. It was a sad excuse for a self-help book for upper-middle-class mothers like herself. The writing level was mediocre at best and everything that wasn't a story about her life, how she really has it good, was the same repeat of you can make yourself happy, an ableist idea.
Now "spoilers," I say a made-up world because as she shares in the book, she lied in her vlogs for over a year about her life. It got to the point where it felt like part of the book was just a half-hearted apology. This book has made me lose all respect for her as a role-model.
I have been a fan of Lindy since I was 12 I watched her videos to help me clear my skin and her Vlogs really do give you an escape to a made-up world! I was so excited when I over a year ago she announced she was writing a book, and she made it sound like it would be a memoir. It wasn't. It was a sad excuse for a self-help book for upper-middle-class mothers like herself. The writing level was mediocre at best and everything that wasn't a story about her life, how she really has it good, was the same repeat of you can make yourself happy, an ableist idea.
Now "spoilers," I say a made-up world because as she shares in the book, she lied in her vlogs for over a year about her life. It got to the point where it felt like part of the book was just a half-hearted apology. This book has made me lose all respect for her as a role-model.
January 7, 2018
This was an easy read but I'm not sure it has inspired me to change much about my life. The key takeaways are that if you're confident in who you are, like who you are and are kind to others than you have what it takes to have a happy life.
These things are easier said than done. I found the book was a lot of story of "this is how I used to be, now I am more confident/kind/considerate and things are better" which is great but there was little in how to achieve those things. Changing your state of mind from a negative perspective to a positive outlook is extremely difficult and the book never really focused on the how to achieve these goals, just the what you should change.
This book was good to get more insight into Lindy's life but needed more to be motivational.
These things are easier said than done. I found the book was a lot of story of "this is how I used to be, now I am more confident/kind/considerate and things are better" which is great but there was little in how to achieve those things. Changing your state of mind from a negative perspective to a positive outlook is extremely difficult and the book never really focused on the how to achieve these goals, just the what you should change.
This book was good to get more insight into Lindy's life but needed more to be motivational.
December 24, 2017
I got this book because like many other people I have been following bubz for many years. With that being said, this book was quite a disappointment. It read like any other self help book, and didn't provide any new insight. It was semi-interesting to read her experiences but the followup with the preaching made it unbearable. This is not to say that the content of self help books are useless, but that her rendition of it is no different from those already in stores.
January 11, 2018
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3,5/5
"What better gift can you give someone than making them feel more beautiful inside?"
I decided to start the year of by trying to get inspired to work on and improve myself. I don't really have any resolutions for the new year, because I know I have trouble sticking to them, but I thought that starting the year with trying to get an even more positive outlook on life couldn't hurt.
Then, last December, Lindy Tsang (Bubzbeauty on YouTube) had her first book coming out! When I heard about the news, I dreaded it was going to be 'just another book', but she started telling about what she was going to be writing about and she got me really excited for this one. I've followed Lindy on YouTube for quite some years now and always found myself awestruck by her positive outlook on life and her knowledge of who she was. She, to me, is a rolemodel on how I would love myself to be: honest, real, kind and loving.
When the release date (December 12th) was announced, I ordered it straight away (and even paid quite a bit extra to have it shipped from the US to my home in the Netherlands within a week...)! I patiently waited out the last days of 2017 and started right after I got home January 1st. Now I've finished it and wow... it was quite a journey.
First of all, I think the cover is amazing. It's simple, yet beautiful. It includes what Lindy does (or where she started): make make up videos on YouTube. She may love make up, but she likes helping people more. The mission she gave herself is to make everyone more beautiful about themselves, which I find really inspiring.
I believe that, with this book, she can do just that. I think it's a powerful representation of what drives her and what she believes is: no make up can over up an ugly heart (which also makes me like the make up on the cover even more. To me, it kind of feels like a reminder of that belief of her).
Her writing was quite simple and sometimes a little generic, but there were some moments where her personality really shone through, like how she categorized 'Would you like extra-large fries with that cheeseburger?' as some of the most beautiful words in the world (and my gosh, is she right about that!).
With this book she tries to lead by example: she tells about her experiences and what she has learned from them, how those experiences in life impacted her life. She talks about what she took from those experiences, what she learned. Those lessons can help you, the reader, as well. She talks about thinking positively, being kind and forgiveness. What really inspired me was the part where she said "You cannot escape from you, so you might as well be your own best friend". Kindness to others is important, but kindness to yourself, though often overlooked, is the very most important kind of kindness.
Another part I loved was where she explained how important it is to give yourself some rest now and then. She did that by saying: "We all need time to rest and recuperate: our bodies, minds and souls. If you only charge your phone for five minutes, how can you expect it to run for the five hours you need?". I think this is a great description and really hits close to home.
After all, I loved getting to know Lindy so much better and reading about her experiences in life. This book is about getting to know yourself, becoming more positive, being kinder to yourself, giving your negative thoughts less power over you and realizing how truly beautiful we all are.
3,5/5
"What better gift can you give someone than making them feel more beautiful inside?"
I decided to start the year of by trying to get inspired to work on and improve myself. I don't really have any resolutions for the new year, because I know I have trouble sticking to them, but I thought that starting the year with trying to get an even more positive outlook on life couldn't hurt.
Then, last December, Lindy Tsang (Bubzbeauty on YouTube) had her first book coming out! When I heard about the news, I dreaded it was going to be 'just another book', but she started telling about what she was going to be writing about and she got me really excited for this one. I've followed Lindy on YouTube for quite some years now and always found myself awestruck by her positive outlook on life and her knowledge of who she was. She, to me, is a rolemodel on how I would love myself to be: honest, real, kind and loving.
When the release date (December 12th) was announced, I ordered it straight away (and even paid quite a bit extra to have it shipped from the US to my home in the Netherlands within a week...)! I patiently waited out the last days of 2017 and started right after I got home January 1st. Now I've finished it and wow... it was quite a journey.
First of all, I think the cover is amazing. It's simple, yet beautiful. It includes what Lindy does (or where she started): make make up videos on YouTube. She may love make up, but she likes helping people more. The mission she gave herself is to make everyone more beautiful about themselves, which I find really inspiring.
I believe that, with this book, she can do just that. I think it's a powerful representation of what drives her and what she believes is: no make up can over up an ugly heart (which also makes me like the make up on the cover even more. To me, it kind of feels like a reminder of that belief of her).
Her writing was quite simple and sometimes a little generic, but there were some moments where her personality really shone through, like how she categorized 'Would you like extra-large fries with that cheeseburger?' as some of the most beautiful words in the world (and my gosh, is she right about that!).
With this book she tries to lead by example: she tells about her experiences and what she has learned from them, how those experiences in life impacted her life. She talks about what she took from those experiences, what she learned. Those lessons can help you, the reader, as well. She talks about thinking positively, being kind and forgiveness. What really inspired me was the part where she said "You cannot escape from you, so you might as well be your own best friend". Kindness to others is important, but kindness to yourself, though often overlooked, is the very most important kind of kindness.
Another part I loved was where she explained how important it is to give yourself some rest now and then. She did that by saying: "We all need time to rest and recuperate: our bodies, minds and souls. If you only charge your phone for five minutes, how can you expect it to run for the five hours you need?". I think this is a great description and really hits close to home.
After all, I loved getting to know Lindy so much better and reading about her experiences in life. This book is about getting to know yourself, becoming more positive, being kinder to yourself, giving your negative thoughts less power over you and realizing how truly beautiful we all are.
January 12, 2018
Willing to try. Willing to learn.
The words I literally live by in every single way, shape, and form (except for maybe food because I'm really picky).
I've been following Bubz since she started YouTube. I remember when she was like the third most-subscribed YouTuber in the beauty guru department. Her beauty tutorials are the only ones I've ever attempted (beachy hair waves, Park Bom make-up tutorial, just to name a the few that I've tried). While my friends who had introduced me to her stopped watching her videos to go onto other beauty gurus, I stayed supporting her. I wasn't even into beauty whatsoever (I'm still not), and yet I chose to still stay subscribed to her.
There was a point in time in which I basically stopped watching her altogether. I don't know how many years it was, but I just didn't care to watch her videos. I never liked vlogging videos either so her more consistent vlogging channel was not of my interest. It wasn't until maybe this past year that I really began watching her videos again. I watch her vlogs religiously now, and hey truly make my day a bit happier if it wasn't already. (I'm seriously in love with Ayla, and I only pray that my child is as cute as her.)
The book overall was good. The only reason why it's three stars rather than four is because this was more of a self-help/advice book. Perhaps if I wasn't so sure of myself and how I wanted to be, or if I felt lost in my life, this book would resonate with me more. Around this time last year, I read The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment, and that is the self-help book that is still instilled inside of me. Later that year, I read The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life, and that book too only got three stars. I think the issue with me personally is that I was so inspired by the first book that any other book cannot compare to it.
I will be honest, everything Lindy says in this book isn't anything phenomenal. It's nothing new. It's pieces of advice that one can find essentially everywhere. Her overall message is to be happy. The way she advises to be happy is to be kind, compassionate, etc. If that works for her, that is great. However, being kind and caring is something that doesn't do the wonders as it does to Lindy. I'm more of a "hakuna matata" or "don't give a flying fuck" kind of persona. So what she says in the book isn't bad by all means. In fact, it's really great! I just personally cannot live my life the way she does. As my boyfriend told me, "don't follow advice from someone you don't want to be." While this may sound like a negative statement, I don't see it in a negative statement. Lindy is very inspiring and personable and can easily touch the hearts of many. Thaaat's something I don't want in my life... I just have a different aspect on life, I suppose. For example, Lindy is willing to forgive people who have hurt her and thank them for making her stronger. For me, I don't believe those type of people in my life deserve that type of response. Rather they are just mud to me. You don't get mad at mud for sticking to your shoe (or in this case, forgive the mud). Rather, you wipe it off and never think about it again. (Quote paraphrased and taken from And I Darken.) These are the differences in personalities and choices of living that really stand out.
What I did absolutely love about this book was when she opened about her own personal experiences. Again, her experiences overall were nothing special. They were events that an easy hundred people could experience. However, it was just that extra personal touch that allowed us readers take a deeper look into Lindy's life before she was so open on YouTube. Those were the passages I appreciated. Her relationship with her mom back then is relatable to me currently. And the way she decided to respond to it in the future (her relationship with her mother) had me loosen up my anger and hatred that I was and still am harboring towards my parents. If anything, Lindy's word made me feel a little less bitter and cold in personality.
Overall, it was a delight to read this book. Since I didn't buy Lindy's eye palette (I don't wear make-up), I was so excited to buy this book. I don't think it was a waste at all to read this, and I'm sure if I was at a different stage in my life in which I needed guidance about how to go about my life, this would have been an immensely helpful read. But since those times are no longer in the midst of my life, this was just a nice, easy read. It was refreshing to read such an optimistic outlook on life. I choose to be unstoppable in a different way, but that's what make human kind so fascinating. All the good and the bad make it interesting to say the least. I loved reading her personal experiences during this whole journey, and I can't wait to see where the future takes her. Congratulations on creating such a wonderful piece of work Lindy.
February 24, 2019
The overall 3-star rating is an average of 4 stars in a certain chapter, and 1 star in the rest of the book.
I initially downloaded this book because I grew up with Bubzbeauty’s videos (or rather, Bubbiosity, I enjoyed her sense of humour), and this is more of a walk down memory lane instead of wanting to be given life advice.
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4-star:
The marriage chapter was raw, and extremely sincere. In fact, it was almost the sole reason why I continued to read the whole book. It was refreshing to hear both Lindy and Tim's voices, and hence two viewpoints towards the same incident. Furthermore, it was really brave - it would already be hard enough for a normal human being to talk about a breakdown in a marriage, let alone two rather high-profile Youtube celebrities (if you count Tim as one for being constantly featured in Lindy's vlogs). It also added depth to what they are, especially for those who watch their vlogs, and I used to, when I was growing up. At the very end, upon reading her acknowledgment to Tim, I nearly sniffed (out of being touched).
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1-star:
There are times when it feels as if Lindy Tsang does not really know who her target audience is. At first glance, the target audience would be those who have watched her channels on a regular basis, because she did refer to those, "As you all know..." However, there are times when her target audience seems to have expanded beyond those who have watched her channels, as she has to introduce certain people, such as her best friend Annie, and I think she also introduced her current immediate family as well. Her confusion as to who actually is her audience would lead to her explaining what “hangry” actually means, though it would be rather unnecessary if her main readers are those who would watch her videos (ie people who do surf the internet a lot, because it is rare that one only turns on the computer/ be connected to the internet simply to listen to one channel nowadays).
Lindy does not seem to know what genre this book should be either - it seems to be part-memoir, part-self-help. While the former is alright, the latter does not bode very well with me. The problem might be that Lindy is trying so hard to be positive that sometimes it can sound slightly "off".
Take this as an example:
Not being able to stand people who nitpick puts her, ironically, on a parallel with the people she is trying to avoid:
It also contradicted very slightly from her advice on being empathetic and forgiving:
Furthermore, there is a line between being polite and being honest, and one does not always have to be the latter if they are being compassionate in their own ways. However, Lindy takes a strong stance on this, "Anyone who tells you that everything in their life is going perfectly is a LIAR."
The above also demonstrates how Lindy thinks that there is one main way for life to be conducted. Likewise, she seems to believe that there is only one standard to adhere to:
Indeed she has had a beautiful marriage, yet that does not mean it is the ultimate. There is no standard to adhere to.
Very final comment: at times it can drag on a little. Personal experiences have enhanced her philosophy of life, yet there are at times too many analogies and examples to illustrate one point, which can also be found in bullet-point form at the end of the chapter. It would also be nice if she can point towards the sources, instead of “I read from Facebook the other day...”
However, I would also like to add as well that this is Lindy's book and she can write whatever she wants. Clearly it has reaped a lot of positive reviews, though this is probably not aimed for people like me.
I would like to add, as a final remark, that this is still one of the books produced by Youtubers which are of a higher calibre (I have previously looked at works produced by Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes), and in that sense is worth reading.
I initially downloaded this book because I grew up with Bubzbeauty’s videos (or rather, Bubbiosity, I enjoyed her sense of humour), and this is more of a walk down memory lane instead of wanting to be given life advice.
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4-star:
The marriage chapter was raw, and extremely sincere. In fact, it was almost the sole reason why I continued to read the whole book. It was refreshing to hear both Lindy and Tim's voices, and hence two viewpoints towards the same incident. Furthermore, it was really brave - it would already be hard enough for a normal human being to talk about a breakdown in a marriage, let alone two rather high-profile Youtube celebrities (if you count Tim as one for being constantly featured in Lindy's vlogs). It also added depth to what they are, especially for those who watch their vlogs, and I used to, when I was growing up. At the very end, upon reading her acknowledgment to Tim, I nearly sniffed (out of being touched).
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1-star:
There are times when it feels as if Lindy Tsang does not really know who her target audience is. At first glance, the target audience would be those who have watched her channels on a regular basis, because she did refer to those, "As you all know..." However, there are times when her target audience seems to have expanded beyond those who have watched her channels, as she has to introduce certain people, such as her best friend Annie, and I think she also introduced her current immediate family as well. Her confusion as to who actually is her audience would lead to her explaining what “hangry” actually means, though it would be rather unnecessary if her main readers are those who would watch her videos (ie people who do surf the internet a lot, because it is rare that one only turns on the computer/ be connected to the internet simply to listen to one channel nowadays).
Lindy does not seem to know what genre this book should be either - it seems to be part-memoir, part-self-help. While the former is alright, the latter does not bode very well with me. The problem might be that Lindy is trying so hard to be positive that sometimes it can sound slightly "off".
Take this as an example:
I cannot stand being around people who nitpick all the time. Their negativity ends up rubbing off on me. Complaining comes from an ungrateful attitude of the heart, and honestly, it’s a bad habit that’s extremely unattractive.
Not being able to stand people who nitpick puts her, ironically, on a parallel with the people she is trying to avoid:
Plenty of people don’t even know what they’re doing with their lives, yet they often tell me how I should live. I’ve had people tell me that I’m so cheerful that it aggravates them. People who are negative can’t stand being around people who shine with happiness, because it only exposes their darkness and makes them uncomfortable. It’s not even that they’re jealous of what I have, it’s that they’re jealous of what they don’t have: inner joy.
It also contradicted very slightly from her advice on being empathetic and forgiving:
When people are cruel, I can only remind myself that there is usually an underlying reason they act that way. People who are hardest to love are often those who need it the most. It can be difficult to be kind to someone who is unkind to us, but compassion makes it possible. Realize that they are damaged and deserve empathy. So remember to be kind to unkind people, as they need it most. This all brings me to the next topic, one that is very important for building a beautiful heart: forgiveness.
Furthermore, there is a line between being polite and being honest, and one does not always have to be the latter if they are being compassionate in their own ways. However, Lindy takes a strong stance on this, "Anyone who tells you that everything in their life is going perfectly is a LIAR."
The above also demonstrates how Lindy thinks that there is one main way for life to be conducted. Likewise, she seems to believe that there is only one standard to adhere to:
My husband Tim and I had always been the epitome of the ultimate couple. We met as childhood sweethearts and married after ten amazing years of dating. People who know us both will tell you that we rarely argued. We are both easygoing optimists, and in so many ways, we fit together like a jigsaw puzzle. Of course we had plenty of ups and downs, but we somehow always found a way to come back to each other.
Indeed she has had a beautiful marriage, yet that does not mean it is the ultimate. There is no standard to adhere to.
Very final comment: at times it can drag on a little. Personal experiences have enhanced her philosophy of life, yet there are at times too many analogies and examples to illustrate one point, which can also be found in bullet-point form at the end of the chapter. It would also be nice if she can point towards the sources, instead of “I read from Facebook the other day...”
However, I would also like to add as well that this is Lindy's book and she can write whatever she wants. Clearly it has reaped a lot of positive reviews, though this is probably not aimed for people like me.
I would like to add, as a final remark, that this is still one of the books produced by Youtubers which are of a higher calibre (I have previously looked at works produced by Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes), and in that sense is worth reading.
January 21, 2019
I have been a fan of Bubz and her YouTube channel for years. When I purchased this book last year, I couldn't wait to see what tips she'd give to being unstoppable. What I read was a deep, relatable, touching book that not only told me to view life in a positive perspective, but to love myself, and tell myself that I matter. Her book has touched my heart, and I will do my best to follow her tips and words of encouragement.
February 23, 2018
I honestly don't understand how this book could be a disappointment. Sure of her advice may not be new to some, but this is still a book worth reading. In fact, I believe that the "generic" advice she teaches is needed because we often tend to forget them. But there is a lot more new and interesting advice that I've never heard of and really opened my eyes. this book will really change the way you view things, especially if you're a follower of Lindy.
Highly recommend!
Highly recommend!
September 23, 2021
Ez a könyv része volt a kis projektemnek, hogy elolvassam végre azokat a könyveket, amiket 5+ éve vettem meg, és azóta csak a polcon ültek. Így az első két könyv után nem csodálom, hogy ennyi ideig olvasatlanul maradtak lol
Egy 20-25 oldalas fejezeten kívül egy hatalmas szenvedés volt olvasni ezt a valamit. Anno elvileg memoir szerűségnek volt ígérve, de inkább self-help könyv akart lenni, végérvényben pedig kicsit úgy érződött, mintha az egész egy nagy magyarázat lenne arra, hogy az ő élete igazából tökéletlenül tökéletes, szóval bocsi az egy éves hamis marketingért, mint a boldog mintacsalád, miközben épp a válás szélén álltunk. Elég ingoványos talaj ez az influenszer élet, főleg ha a családod életéből csinálod exkluzívan a kontentet, és kell a bevétel, hiába szar van a levesben.
Ez a 20 oldalas válásos sztori inkább illett volna egy memoirba, és annak jobb is lett volna talán ez a könyv. Az elejétől a végéig nagyon preachy az egész, rettentő esetlenül és bénán megírva, ömlött belőle a toxic positivity, cserébe haszontalan az egész.
Semmi értékes gondolat, amit ne találna meg az ember egy inspirációs idézetes oldalon (ami probably forrása volt a rengeteg közhelyes idézetnek, amivel tele van tűzdelve a szöveg), semmi használható tanács a közhelyeken kívül (te döntesz a saját boldogságodról, legyél kedves, bocsáss meg, ne hasonlítsd magad máshoz stb lol).
Na meg vagy tízszer el volt mondva, hogy az, hogy ezt a könyvet olvasod, azt jelenti, hogy sokkal szerencsésebb helyzetben vagy, mint akik éheznek meg háborúban élnek. Wow. Ettől máris elmúlt a depresszióm!
Meg nagyon tud empatizálni a lottó nyertesekkel, akik nem lettek sokkal boldogabbak a pénztől hosszútávon, mert egy idő után ő már sem volt boldog a paychecktől, ami hetente jött youtube-ról... :( ngl ennek az anekdotának ilyen major mzp vibe-ja volt, aki tudja milyen a cigányság helyzete itthon, mert mikor Kanadába emigrált, nem kapott munkát külföldiként :(((( brühühü :((((
Pont ilyen fosnak képzelek minden youtuber könyvet, de a tini énem bizakodott I guess. Tényleg nagyon dühítő volt a morális felsőbbrendűség, mert igazából semmitmondó az elejétől a végéig. Évekkel a megjelenés után I was only here for tea, az viszont legalább jó volt, azért jár egy csillag.
Egy 20-25 oldalas fejezeten kívül egy hatalmas szenvedés volt olvasni ezt a valamit. Anno elvileg memoir szerűségnek volt ígérve, de inkább self-help könyv akart lenni, végérvényben pedig kicsit úgy érződött, mintha az egész egy nagy magyarázat lenne arra, hogy az ő élete igazából tökéletlenül tökéletes, szóval bocsi az egy éves hamis marketingért, mint a boldog mintacsalád, miközben épp a válás szélén álltunk. Elég ingoványos talaj ez az influenszer élet, főleg ha a családod életéből csinálod exkluzívan a kontentet, és kell a bevétel, hiába szar van a levesben.
Ez a 20 oldalas válásos sztori inkább illett volna egy memoirba, és annak jobb is lett volna talán ez a könyv. Az elejétől a végéig nagyon preachy az egész, rettentő esetlenül és bénán megírva, ömlött belőle a toxic positivity, cserébe haszontalan az egész.
Semmi értékes gondolat, amit ne találna meg az ember egy inspirációs idézetes oldalon (ami probably forrása volt a rengeteg közhelyes idézetnek, amivel tele van tűzdelve a szöveg), semmi használható tanács a közhelyeken kívül (te döntesz a saját boldogságodról, legyél kedves, bocsáss meg, ne hasonlítsd magad máshoz stb lol).
Na meg vagy tízszer el volt mondva, hogy az, hogy ezt a könyvet olvasod, azt jelenti, hogy sokkal szerencsésebb helyzetben vagy, mint akik éheznek meg háborúban élnek. Wow. Ettől máris elmúlt a depresszióm!
Meg nagyon tud empatizálni a lottó nyertesekkel, akik nem lettek sokkal boldogabbak a pénztől hosszútávon, mert egy idő után ő már sem volt boldog a paychecktől, ami hetente jött youtube-ról... :( ngl ennek az anekdotának ilyen major mzp vibe-ja volt, aki tudja milyen a cigányság helyzete itthon, mert mikor Kanadába emigrált, nem kapott munkát külföldiként :(((( brühühü :((((
Pont ilyen fosnak képzelek minden youtuber könyvet, de a tini énem bizakodott I guess. Tényleg nagyon dühítő volt a morális felsőbbrendűség, mert igazából semmitmondó az elejétől a végéig. Évekkel a megjelenés után I was only here for tea, az viszont legalább jó volt, azért jár egy csillag.
January 3, 2018
First, I love the person Lindy is, bravo for her in completing and publishing a book! I will admit that it did take me a while to get going and unfortunately, there are an overload of cliches that I wish were better left somewhere on her blog rather than her book, for me it slowed down the reading and held back her stories. I did skim most of the cliches, sorry!
Lindy invites readers into her unique life and experiences. I've been watching Lindy on YouTube off and on for years and she's always been a positive role model. I do appreciate her stories and her experience with everything that has led to her success and I loved that she came across as honest and genuine. I personally felt connected to her experience as a child of immigrants and restaurant owners. Especially the part where there is so much pressure in inheriting what your parents have built, but you wanting to start something new. I took home the message of not keeping grudges and facing fears - there's too much hate in this world, it is better to forgive and grow. Lindy is so positive and she is a lovely person, she can use an unhealthy amount of cliches at times, but that's pretty charming in its own way.
Lindy invites readers into her unique life and experiences. I've been watching Lindy on YouTube off and on for years and she's always been a positive role model. I do appreciate her stories and her experience with everything that has led to her success and I loved that she came across as honest and genuine. I personally felt connected to her experience as a child of immigrants and restaurant owners. Especially the part where there is so much pressure in inheriting what your parents have built, but you wanting to start something new. I took home the message of not keeping grudges and facing fears - there's too much hate in this world, it is better to forgive and grow. Lindy is so positive and she is a lovely person, she can use an unhealthy amount of cliches at times, but that's pretty charming in its own way.
January 14, 2019
*265 pages. As I truely admire Lindy's optimistic perspective from her weekly vlogs, I bought her book to get to know how she would inject it to us, her viewers. I didn't know at all what to expect. The first part of the book was interesting, as I discovered having many similarities with her I didn't know. The middle was a little bit slower to read. In the end, I loved her messages. She also lists up what she has taught us in the past chapter. If only I knew! I have post-its filled everywhere to read again in future. I loved it! I see the book as little less interesting to advise friends who don't know her through her Youtube channel, as many already known tips in society could be boring to read.
January 19, 2024
I have been following Lindy (Bubz) since I was in middle school. I feel like I learned a lot about her through this book.
I have to admit it wasn’t an easy read. I found myself only being able to take it in a few pages at a time. I’m unsure if it was the “self help” nature of this but it definitely took a while to process.
I enjoyed annotating this book and look forward to reading it again in the future when I can look back on my note taking. Maybe different things will stand out a year or two from now.
I have to admit it wasn’t an easy read. I found myself only being able to take it in a few pages at a time. I’m unsure if it was the “self help” nature of this but it definitely took a while to process.
I enjoyed annotating this book and look forward to reading it again in the future when I can look back on my note taking. Maybe different things will stand out a year or two from now.
April 22, 2019
I, alongside many others, have chosen to read Lindy's book because we have been her follower on Instagram/ Youtube for quite some time. Upon completion of reading this book, I heaved a sigh of relief. Finally, I'm done( after 10 months). This book wasn't really an enjoyable read for me, and here's why:
I felt that many of the segments and words used in this book that contributed to her book title of being "unstoppable" were such generic advice that I could find anywhere else on the Internet. It almost felt like she was struggling to produce content for her book and string some words together to make it for the word count.
I still give this book 3 stars because Lindy did share about her struggles in life and the chapter on her struggles with marriage and with Tim was so raw and emotional that it made it worth reading.
I know this is Lindy's first book and she is very enthusiastic of it since its launch, but I felt that the book would do better if she wrote a memoir/ biography of her life instead.
I still continue to enjoy her family vlogs and her bubbly personality. However, her book is definitely not the one I turn to for a read or even a re-read.
I felt that many of the segments and words used in this book that contributed to her book title of being "unstoppable" were such generic advice that I could find anywhere else on the Internet. It almost felt like she was struggling to produce content for her book and string some words together to make it for the word count.
I still give this book 3 stars because Lindy did share about her struggles in life and the chapter on her struggles with marriage and with Tim was so raw and emotional that it made it worth reading.
I know this is Lindy's first book and she is very enthusiastic of it since its launch, but I felt that the book would do better if she wrote a memoir/ biography of her life instead.
I still continue to enjoy her family vlogs and her bubbly personality. However, her book is definitely not the one I turn to for a read or even a re-read.
December 14, 2017
A great motivational book and Lindy teaches you how to be happy through her life lessons and stories.
The book makes me strive to be a better person and be happier.
The book makes me strive to be a better person and be happier.
January 7, 2021
I loved this book. Really inspired me and made me feel much better and more at peace with my current life situation. It is all about finding balance, and being able to feel joy in the now. Only we are responsible for our own happiness. 💙
There were many lessons in this book. Many we have heard before, but this time, we are hearing it from a caring friend who's written her advice in a very friendly manner. We are reminded that only we are responsible for our happiness, and that we can achieve inner peace and balance by giving, being present in the moment, and being true to ourselves.
The lesson that most stuck with me is that of being present in the moment, and to learn to enjoy the now.
This moment is really all we have, and focusing all of our energy in the past or in the future can only offer nothing but unnecessary stress. As Lindy says in the book, we have to learn from the past, live in the present, and be prepared for the future. I have to internalize the lessons in these pages, because in my life currently, finding joy in the present moment is quite difficult. I have been trying to follow career paths that my parents will approve instead of something that brings me joy as a person. Too many times, too many years already, I have surrendered myself to others' expectations of me, and struggled with depression and anxiety because of it. I learned that, as long as I keep my gifts hidden in order to do what others want me to do (regardless of them wanting what's best for me, or not), I will have a hard time finding purpose in my life.
Books like this one are really important to me, and have saved me from falling even deeper into my years-long battle with depression. Books like this are really healing for my soul. I hope that, by finding balance and focusing on being present in the now and enjoying the now, I can be less stressed and hopefully it will show in my confidence and the way I handle things and how I present myself. I am anxious, because I worry too much about my future, and yearn too much for a past that's already gone; if I let go of those worries, I will be more present in the current moment, which is really the only moment I have, and the only moment I need to seize and take control of.
This book really helped me feel more at peace, and more focused on what is important, and to truly begin to let go of the past. We really cannot control our circumstances, or the past, or the future; all we can control is our present and our attitude. Thank you Bubz, for inspiring me with your words. 💖
Do I recommend this book? Yes!
I feel really inspired by this book, and it will be on my "favorites" shelf.
~ Maria
There were many lessons in this book. Many we have heard before, but this time, we are hearing it from a caring friend who's written her advice in a very friendly manner. We are reminded that only we are responsible for our happiness, and that we can achieve inner peace and balance by giving, being present in the moment, and being true to ourselves.
The lesson that most stuck with me is that of being present in the moment, and to learn to enjoy the now.
This moment is really all we have, and focusing all of our energy in the past or in the future can only offer nothing but unnecessary stress. As Lindy says in the book, we have to learn from the past, live in the present, and be prepared for the future. I have to internalize the lessons in these pages, because in my life currently, finding joy in the present moment is quite difficult. I have been trying to follow career paths that my parents will approve instead of something that brings me joy as a person. Too many times, too many years already, I have surrendered myself to others' expectations of me, and struggled with depression and anxiety because of it. I learned that, as long as I keep my gifts hidden in order to do what others want me to do (regardless of them wanting what's best for me, or not), I will have a hard time finding purpose in my life.
Books like this one are really important to me, and have saved me from falling even deeper into my years-long battle with depression. Books like this are really healing for my soul. I hope that, by finding balance and focusing on being present in the now and enjoying the now, I can be less stressed and hopefully it will show in my confidence and the way I handle things and how I present myself. I am anxious, because I worry too much about my future, and yearn too much for a past that's already gone; if I let go of those worries, I will be more present in the current moment, which is really the only moment I have, and the only moment I need to seize and take control of.
This book really helped me feel more at peace, and more focused on what is important, and to truly begin to let go of the past. We really cannot control our circumstances, or the past, or the future; all we can control is our present and our attitude. Thank you Bubz, for inspiring me with your words. 💖
Do I recommend this book? Yes!
I feel really inspired by this book, and it will be on my "favorites" shelf.
~ Maria
March 7, 2019
I’ve been following Lindy on Youtube for years. I think she’s the only Youtube I’ve stuck with for so many years. I’ve always loved her, she inspired me to become a positive human being. Watching her be happy and positive instantly makes my day better.
I loved this little book. I’ve read some reviews stating that they were dissapointed because she didn’t write we didn’t know yet. Well, I see this book as a reminder. Yes, we’ve heard the things she mentioned in her books before, but isn’t it nice to be reminded of those things? Honestly it made me reflect on my own life. So I can dedinitely say that I enjoyed it a great deal.
I loved this little book. I’ve read some reviews stating that they were dissapointed because she didn’t write we didn’t know yet. Well, I see this book as a reminder. Yes, we’ve heard the things she mentioned in her books before, but isn’t it nice to be reminded of those things? Honestly it made me reflect on my own life. So I can dedinitely say that I enjoyed it a great deal.
August 27, 2021
This was a very cute and very positive read but there was not much going on. I’ve followed Bubzbeauty since she started on YouTube and was excited to pick this up but it was a little disappointing. I was expecting more of a memoir but instead it feels more like it belongs in the uplifting/self-help category. It does get more personal and interesting towards the end and it’s definitely worth the read if you’re a fan of hers.
September 9, 2018
The writer has a weak writing style and an overdramatic attitude, not to mention how preachy she sounds.
August 12, 2018
Takeaways/Reminders:
- Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Mistakes and obstacles are also opportunities to learn and grow.
- Stop comparing yourself with others. Comparison is the thief of joy. Without even trying, you are already one of a kind.
- Learn to see the beauty in others to appreciate the beauty in yourself. Genuinely celebrate both your and others’ achievements.
- You are responsible for your own happiness. You could be disappointed, not by others, but by your own expectations of them. Create happiness, instead of pursing happiness.
- Goals aren’t equivalent to expectations. Set goals as high as your want, and work hard to achieve your dreams. Do know when to let go of your expectations and not be hard on yourself regarding the outcomes, as there are many external factors that are out of your control.
- Plan, save and invest wisely to be able to pay for necessities and appreciating the little joys in life. Money can be the answer to many problems, but it does not always guarantee long-term happiness.
- Stop gossiping; gossiping breeds negativity. It might make subconsciously make you feel superior, but it indicates low self-esteem and insecurity.
Favourite quotes:
- “Life is not about having the best of everything, but rather making the best out of everything. You cannot experience true fulfillment unless you learn how to serve others. Life is not about what you have but rather what you give.” (Page 44)
- “You need to know deep in your heart who you are, or people will try to tell you who to be.” (Page 64)
- “The more we are caught up we get with superficial beauty, the more we allow others to determine our worth.” (Page 131)
- “Turn life’s hardship and experiences into fertilizer that helps us grow and flourish.” (Page 137)
- “When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen, you may learn something new. — Dalai Lama” (Page 173)
- “Time is not wasted if it is going to help [you] unload [your] stress.” (Page 178)
- “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” (Page 226)
- Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Mistakes and obstacles are also opportunities to learn and grow.
- Stop comparing yourself with others. Comparison is the thief of joy. Without even trying, you are already one of a kind.
- Learn to see the beauty in others to appreciate the beauty in yourself. Genuinely celebrate both your and others’ achievements.
- You are responsible for your own happiness. You could be disappointed, not by others, but by your own expectations of them. Create happiness, instead of pursing happiness.
- Goals aren’t equivalent to expectations. Set goals as high as your want, and work hard to achieve your dreams. Do know when to let go of your expectations and not be hard on yourself regarding the outcomes, as there are many external factors that are out of your control.
- Plan, save and invest wisely to be able to pay for necessities and appreciating the little joys in life. Money can be the answer to many problems, but it does not always guarantee long-term happiness.
- Stop gossiping; gossiping breeds negativity. It might make subconsciously make you feel superior, but it indicates low self-esteem and insecurity.
Favourite quotes:
- “Life is not about having the best of everything, but rather making the best out of everything. You cannot experience true fulfillment unless you learn how to serve others. Life is not about what you have but rather what you give.” (Page 44)
- “You need to know deep in your heart who you are, or people will try to tell you who to be.” (Page 64)
- “The more we are caught up we get with superficial beauty, the more we allow others to determine our worth.” (Page 131)
- “Turn life’s hardship and experiences into fertilizer that helps us grow and flourish.” (Page 137)
- “When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen, you may learn something new. — Dalai Lama” (Page 173)
- “Time is not wasted if it is going to help [you] unload [your] stress.” (Page 178)
- “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” (Page 226)
August 26, 2018
This was on my unofficial want-to-read, so i consider myself lucky to have access to the eBook through Scribed. Reading Bubz’s (Lindy’s) words of wisdom from her own life experience is humbling. Actually, getting to know Lindy and even seeing the sides that weren’t broadcasted on YouTube helped me understand the person behind the screen (literally) and the impact her journey to building self confidence, achieving self-acceptance & finding self-love has on her atttiude towards life. I had no idea Lindy helped build schools in both Laos and Ghana and it’s funny how small the world is since my uncle traveled back to Laos to build schools and i recently came back from that country. Like Lindy, I also felt humbled meeting people who have fewer worldly possessions than I do and their grateful attitudes reminds me how fortunate I am. Learning about the obstacles she faced and the life lessons she took from it had me re-evaluate my own life and redefine what success means to me. Lindy makes it clear she is far from perfect and she doesn’t even consider herself to be the most successful or beautiful, but she is at peace with herself and writes about the experiences and people that shaped her and above all, recognizing and polishing her own inner beauty. Ultimately, reading such a personal account of her own trials in life as well as a very real account of her marital problems made me respect her more. I always found Bubz bubbly which was nice, but I relate more to Lindy and her growth as a person. I recommend this book compared to her “Draw my life” video because the book contains a more open personal account of her life. You don’t have to be a subscriber to enjoy this book, because Lindy genuinely touches people’s heart and inspires kindness.
December 14, 2018
I took my time reading this one, and tried to use it as the guide it was intended to be.
As a 28-year-old who began watching Lindy's YouTube videos in 2008, I find myself in a place where I still love to watch her vlogs but don't necessarily need to learn and grow through her channels as I did in my teenage years. There was a time when I would go to her channel to learn how to apply eyeliner, get creative with my hair and wardrobe, love myself from within, and just be thankful for the small blessings in life through her channel. As an adult, this book was like seeking reassurance and reminders of life-lessons from an old friend. It is nice to have guidance when we're going through a tough time or feeling lost regardless of age.
Her channel has always been about living a happy life and loving oneself from within, and that is exactly what she attempted with this book. The first half did have a lot of cliches, and her writing was a bit hard to follow. It felt all over the place at times, as if she couldn't condense her thoughts and just had so much to say and not enough time edit the words as cleanly as she edits her videos. However, taking my time with this book, even stopping mid-chapter at times when a section was over, ensured that it didn't feel rushed.
Her writing is amateur, sure, but I have a hard time re-reading City of Bones, despite loving Cassie Clare and the universe she created so much, because it was her debut novel. There are flaws among new writers sometimes. I always cut a debut novel slack. I appreciate the fact that she took the time to attempt this project at all, and ensure it was affordable and easily accessible to her subscribers.
What will we all do when Lindy stops uploading videos!?
Personally, I'll feel as if a dear friend ceased contact.
As a 28-year-old who began watching Lindy's YouTube videos in 2008, I find myself in a place where I still love to watch her vlogs but don't necessarily need to learn and grow through her channels as I did in my teenage years. There was a time when I would go to her channel to learn how to apply eyeliner, get creative with my hair and wardrobe, love myself from within, and just be thankful for the small blessings in life through her channel. As an adult, this book was like seeking reassurance and reminders of life-lessons from an old friend. It is nice to have guidance when we're going through a tough time or feeling lost regardless of age.
Her channel has always been about living a happy life and loving oneself from within, and that is exactly what she attempted with this book. The first half did have a lot of cliches, and her writing was a bit hard to follow. It felt all over the place at times, as if she couldn't condense her thoughts and just had so much to say and not enough time edit the words as cleanly as she edits her videos. However, taking my time with this book, even stopping mid-chapter at times when a section was over, ensured that it didn't feel rushed.
Her writing is amateur, sure, but I have a hard time re-reading City of Bones, despite loving Cassie Clare and the universe she created so much, because it was her debut novel. There are flaws among new writers sometimes. I always cut a debut novel slack. I appreciate the fact that she took the time to attempt this project at all, and ensure it was affordable and easily accessible to her subscribers.
What will we all do when Lindy stops uploading videos!?
Personally, I'll feel as if a dear friend ceased contact.
January 11, 2018
Even though I read it in 7 days (because I am learning for my final exams) I wished I would never finish and the book would continue forever.
Reading, I felt likr talking to a friend, or rather listening and like a sponge absorbing every single word.
I have been a fan od Lindy for, I think, 8 years, and felt super excited when she announced her book. She may be a Youtuber, buy I knew it would not be just another youtuber's book.
She really put her whole raw self into these pages, and genuinly cares about the reader, not just talking about the beautiful life everyone wants to live, but also the sometimes not so beautiful life - her own.
I recommend this book with all my heart, you don't have to follow everything and change your life as soon as you read the last page. This book will simply stay with you, forever and Lindy's words will linger in the back of your beautiful mind.
Reading, I felt likr talking to a friend, or rather listening and like a sponge absorbing every single word.
I have been a fan od Lindy for, I think, 8 years, and felt super excited when she announced her book. She may be a Youtuber, buy I knew it would not be just another youtuber's book.
She really put her whole raw self into these pages, and genuinly cares about the reader, not just talking about the beautiful life everyone wants to live, but also the sometimes not so beautiful life - her own.
I recommend this book with all my heart, you don't have to follow everything and change your life as soon as you read the last page. This book will simply stay with you, forever and Lindy's words will linger in the back of your beautiful mind.
March 8, 2019
I pre-ordered the book, and surprisingly received it much earlier than anticipated, and--while I might be a little biased since I've watched Lindy/Bubz's YouTube videos basically since she started--I thought the book was absolutely amazing! ^^ <3
I haven't read very many self-help books, so I will admit I don't have much to compare this to, but I genuinely believe that it's a really good, and uplifting read. It's pretty short, so it's easy to get through, and every page just makes you feel all warm, and happy inside. :) Lindy's book was a wonderful reminder to try a little harder to be kinder, and more positive. In her book she shares a lot of stories that, while heartbreaking to read at times, are overall inspiring because they demonstrate that there's always a bright side to every situation if you choose to look for it, and all sad things will eventually pass if you just continue to persevere through it. ^^
Personally, I'm going through quite a bit of health issues right now, and I've been struggling to go back to my usual optimistic, and cheerful self through all the fear, and stress that I'm (understandably) experiencing, and I can honestly say that reading this book really helped to lift my spirits a little, and give me the strength to BE more positive, and realize that there IS actually a lot to be grateful for, even now. :)
With that being said, I definitely highly recommend this book to anyone who's looking for some inspiration to help them be more positive, and kind. ^^ I ALSO recommend anyone who chooses to read this book to follow Lindy on her two YouTube channels--Bubzbeauty, and Bubzvlogz--'cause she's such a remarkable lady (and her family is absolutely adorbs) who never fails to put a smile on your face. :D<3<3<3
I haven't read very many self-help books, so I will admit I don't have much to compare this to, but I genuinely believe that it's a really good, and uplifting read. It's pretty short, so it's easy to get through, and every page just makes you feel all warm, and happy inside. :) Lindy's book was a wonderful reminder to try a little harder to be kinder, and more positive. In her book she shares a lot of stories that, while heartbreaking to read at times, are overall inspiring because they demonstrate that there's always a bright side to every situation if you choose to look for it, and all sad things will eventually pass if you just continue to persevere through it. ^^
Personally, I'm going through quite a bit of health issues right now, and I've been struggling to go back to my usual optimistic, and cheerful self through all the fear, and stress that I'm (understandably) experiencing, and I can honestly say that reading this book really helped to lift my spirits a little, and give me the strength to BE more positive, and realize that there IS actually a lot to be grateful for, even now. :)
With that being said, I definitely highly recommend this book to anyone who's looking for some inspiration to help them be more positive, and kind. ^^ I ALSO recommend anyone who chooses to read this book to follow Lindy on her two YouTube channels--Bubzbeauty, and Bubzvlogz--'cause she's such a remarkable lady (and her family is absolutely adorbs) who never fails to put a smile on your face. :D<3<3<3
June 18, 2018
I have followed Bubz for a long time and though I don't keep up with her as much anymore, I was excited to learn about her book. Like all books, the impact on readers vary. Personally, I thoroughly enjoyed the book and found it extremely relatable. I know many label her book as your typical self help book partly due to the jargon used. However, I don't believe what she wrote was any different from what she's been preaching for the last decade. It was very much Lindy and what she represented. Her choice of words and phrases used emphasized and reinforced her messages and lessons learned. I appreciated her honesty and being open with us. As a lesson highlighted in her book about taking action, writing and publishing this book was her putting herself out there in a different way than before. And I'm glad she did because the book was inspirational.
April 22, 2020
I picked up this book because I used to watch Lindy as a teenager and at one point she really inspired me. (Got this from Barnes and Noble on a deep discount, like $1-$2 if this indicates to you anything about the book)
While I can appreciate the extreme positivity that the book is trying to give off it often comes off as preachy and condescending. She is constantly saying something negative and then backpedaling with how grateful she is for her life.
The only chapter I devoured is when her and her husband retell a period in their life when they were on the verge of separation. The only reason it caught my attention is because she wasn't preachy in and neither was he. They conveyed their raw emotions and to me, that was beautiful.
I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone but I wouldn't deter people from it either.
While I can appreciate the extreme positivity that the book is trying to give off it often comes off as preachy and condescending. She is constantly saying something negative and then backpedaling with how grateful she is for her life.
The only chapter I devoured is when her and her husband retell a period in their life when they were on the verge of separation. The only reason it caught my attention is because she wasn't preachy in and neither was he. They conveyed their raw emotions and to me, that was beautiful.
I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone but I wouldn't deter people from it either.
January 12, 2018
While I love Bubz, I felt like a lot of this book was filled with stories and quotes I already knew of. I think it's good for a younger audience, although the part with her and Tim writing about their marriage was really powerful. I felt that that was more something that I could take away from HER experiences...vs. someone else's. She writes:
"This isn’t Hollywood. This is real life. It takes no effort to fall in love, but it takes hard work to stay in love . . . Relationships can be incredibly painful and hard. Love isn’t a feeling but rather a choice. You choose to stay in love despite your loved one’s shortcomings and all your differences. A great love isn’t about having a pain-free ‘perfect’ fairy tale relationship; it is about being able to overcome hardship together."
"This isn’t Hollywood. This is real life. It takes no effort to fall in love, but it takes hard work to stay in love . . . Relationships can be incredibly painful and hard. Love isn’t a feeling but rather a choice. You choose to stay in love despite your loved one’s shortcomings and all your differences. A great love isn’t about having a pain-free ‘perfect’ fairy tale relationship; it is about being able to overcome hardship together."
July 11, 2018
I've followed Lindy (or Bubz) on YouTube for years now and I've always loved listening to her advice. She feels like a big sister most times.
This book is beautifully and thoughtfully written and I enjoyed every minute of it. It made me think about myself and how I act in certain situations. I'm always up for self-reflection and this book was really inspiring.
My favourite part however, has to be how open Lindy (and Tim) were about their struggles as fresh parents. It's amazing how us viewers had no clue what they were going through. I thought it was super important to relay their struggles so openly and to have Tim's side of the story as well.
I truly enjoyed myself reading this and have definitely written one or two things down to watch out for in my daily life.
This book is beautifully and thoughtfully written and I enjoyed every minute of it. It made me think about myself and how I act in certain situations. I'm always up for self-reflection and this book was really inspiring.
My favourite part however, has to be how open Lindy (and Tim) were about their struggles as fresh parents. It's amazing how us viewers had no clue what they were going through. I thought it was super important to relay their struggles so openly and to have Tim's side of the story as well.
I truly enjoyed myself reading this and have definitely written one or two things down to watch out for in my daily life.
November 16, 2019
Lindy does a wonderful job about writing about the difficult times throughout her life from childhood to present. The little anecdotes are my favourite as it feels like I have really entered her world and makes me feel more connected with her. With each failure she has come across she explains how she dealt with them and then proceeds to share how the reader can overcome similar failures through a step by step process.
If you have been following Lindy through her YouTube channel - Bubzbeauty you would know that she doesn't just makes videos about becoming beautiful through makeup tutorials, but she heavily focuses on how to work on yourself and the beauty within. She such an inspiring human being and this book draws you closer to her not as a YouTube star but as a real human being.
If you have been following Lindy through her YouTube channel - Bubzbeauty you would know that she doesn't just makes videos about becoming beautiful through makeup tutorials, but she heavily focuses on how to work on yourself and the beauty within. She such an inspiring human being and this book draws you closer to her not as a YouTube star but as a real human being.
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