“Essentialism” by Greg McKeown is a book that advocates for simplifying life and focusing on what truly matters. Essentialism is centered around differentiating between the crucial few and the trivial many, removing non-essentials, and eliminating obstacles to create a clear path for what's essential. Essentialists understand that they must be willing to let go of less meaningful things to gain something valuable. This principle emphasizes the importance of making tough choices for what truly matters.

As we wrap up Women's History Month, several memoirs written by women have been recommended for reading. These memoirs include "Thicker than Water," "I am Debra Lee," "Finding Me," "More Than Enough," and "Becoming." The stories shared in these memoirs detail the personal and professional struggles, disappointments, barriers, and adversity these five women faced. Despite these challenges, they have become more confident, courageous, well-rounded, fulfilled, and ultimately, the best versions of themselves. Their stories provide hope that other women can overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential. The stories revelation reminds us that true happiness and success come from within and that we must learn to love and accept ourselves before achieving our full potential.

I read the book, and the most impactful part to me was:

The chapter titled "Speaking Different Languages" appropriately describes the core theme of the chapter. John Gray offers practical advice and insights on how men and women can bridge the communication gap, such as learning to listen actively, expressing feelings more openly, and avoiding blame and criticism. Overall, this chapter offers valuable insights into the complexities of communication between the sexes and provides a roadmap for improving relationships through enhanced communication.