Publisher: Black Lotus (Sept. 24, 2015)
Category: Humor & Entertainment, Self Help, Psychology, Spiritual, & Motivational
Tour dates: Aug-Oct, 2017
ISBN: 978- 0994002778
Available in Print & ebook, 212 pages
A man was sitting with his friends in a local inn. After a couple of drinks, he asked his friends, “Do you love me?” “Of course, we do,” they replied. “So do you know what I need?” No one answered. “If you don’t know what I need then how can you say you love me?” To love and to be loved is the most basic human need. No wonder we are attracted to people who give us attention, care about us, and love us. Yet, love also remains the greatest challenge in most relationships. Why?
A Fistful of Love is a collection of insightful, thought-provoking nuggets of wisdom appreciated by millions around the world. This book is full of humor and narratives most beautifully woven into learnings of life that will make you stop and think.
Thoughts
Full of wisdom, this is such a thought provoking book. It touched me on so many different levels and gave me a peaceful feeling while reading it.
I found this book to be uplifting and nurturing. I’ll go back to it and read random chapters from time to time. I connected with so much of the book and know that if we all would think this way the world would be a much kinder and loving place.
I’m a positive person and it bothers me when I hear people complaining about things that I think are small, insignificant problems. So the chapter called “Problem Or Inconvenience?” was one of my very favorites. The author says, and I 100% agree, that you should know the difference between an inconvenience and a problem. If you break your neck, if you have nothing to eat, if your house is on fire etc., then you’ve got a problem. Everything else is an inconvenience. Also, “A lump in the porridge, a lump in the throat and a lump in the breast are not the same lump. One should learn to know the difference.” So true, some people think something small is a catastrophe. It isn’t. When a true catastrophe hits your life, you’ll know the difference. I also loved that the author threw in some humor, parts of the book were very funny.
This is the first book I’ve read by Om Swami, and I’m already trying to decide which of his books to read next.
Praise for Fistful Of Love by Om Swami
“This is a strong novel about love and hope and really gives you the tools you need to improve your outlook on life and relationships. I liked the way that this was set up, the writing style was well done and easy to follow. There were many lighthearted and comedic things thrown in that keeps this novel light and spirited.”-Momma G, My Reading Addiction
“Om Swami’s voice is clear and true. He offers sage wisdom in easy to understand language. Knowing he is a younger monk with a contemporary background makes him very relatable.”- KerryPhilo, Amazon Reviewer
“The book is not only a delight and joy to read, but also so insightful and enlightening. Strongly recommend this beautiful book written in such an easy and clear style.”-Amazon Reviewer
“Precious words of wisdom narrated in a pleasant lighthearted way that inspires both mind and soul. The words of wisdom especially on love and relationship are truly indispensable.”-Rose, Amazon Reviewer
About Om Swami
Om Swami is a monk who lives in a remote place in the Himalayan foothills. He has a bachelor degree in business and an MBA from Sydney, Australia. Swami served in executive roles in large corporations around the world. He founded and led a profitable software company with offices in San Francisco, New York, Toronto, London, Sydney and India.
Om Swami completely renounced his business interests to pursue a more spiritual life. He is the bestselling author of Kundalini: An Untold Story, A Fistful of Love and If Truth Be Told: A Monk’s Memoir.
His blog omswami.com is read by millions all over the world.
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This sounds like a positive and inspiring book! Terrific review, Vicki! I’ll add a link to your giveaway to my blog;’s sidebar.
Hi Suko,
Thanks for sharing the giveaway on your blog.
You’re very welcome!
Thanks for sharing the giveaway!
You’re very welcome, Vicki! Thanks for hosting this giveaway.
I am taking a blogging break next week. 🙂
I’m so Glad you enjoyed ‘A Fistful of Love’ and found it uplifting!
When I first started reading it a “calm” came over me. I don’t know how else to explain it.
Hi Vicki,
So glad to know that reading ‘A Fistful of Love’ gave you a peaceful feeling. So true, you rightfully said that if we all could think this way, the world would be a kinder and loving place !
Please visit the Author’s Blog he has written about his journey from a Millionaire to a Monk in his Memoir – “If Truth Be Told, A Monk’s Memoir”. May be that’s the next one you want to read ?
Would love to know which book you decided to read next 🙂
Thanks for being a part of the tour and sharing the review on your blog. Hope some more lives are touched by the positivity that flows from Om Swamiji’s writings.
Regards
Garima Om
I checked out the website and enjoyed it. Still haven’t decided which book to read next though 🙁
Hi Vicki,
I am glad you enjoyed the book.
No worries, regarding choosing the book.
Take your time !
Each one is a master piece in its own.
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