Hey guys, you’re looking at the first issue of a new bi-weekly recurring series I like to call, What I’ve Been Reading This Week (has a nice ring to it, no?).
I’ve decided to provide links to some of the most notable things I’ve been reading and have had stuck in my brain from the past week. This is by no means a popularity contest to see what can capture my attention the most. These are simply interesting reads and nothing more.
Here they are in no particular order (or, if you like, in the order of what I remembered the most):
David Cain from Raptitude is Going Kiwi. Check out his first post here.
Why I recommend reading it – He’s taking his life overseas to embrace new experiences. This is one of those posts that I think everyone taking a first step to traveling can relate to.
Ever heard of a pumpkin race? Wait, don’t answer that. Lisis from Quest for Balance has and she told us all about it in her post this week. Check it out.
Why I recommend reading it – Do I even have to say it? It’s a pumpkin race! (pics included) But seriously, Lisis just recently made a big change by just getting up and moving to Vermont. And guess what? She has no regrets. Lisis is living her own life the way she wants with her family.
Here’s a great list of quotes on fear from Tess’s blog, The Bold Life. Click here to be amazed.
Why I recommend reading it – Tess is brave and bold: what’s not to like. She always has an interesting personal take on whatever life experiences she’s been having. Plus, I’m a sucker for quotes with extra interpretation. Great read.
Do you guys know Zeenat yet? She’s been away for awhile, but now she’s back! Go greet her on her blog!
Why I recommend reading it – Zeenat is a spiritual kindhearted soul and it’s quite admirable to hear her thoughts on life, blogging, and everything in between.
Well, I supposed I watched how Tim Ferriss and company got scammed in China during their recent romp across China, but it’s still worthy enough to be on here.
Why I recommend watching it - Tim Ferriss is a pretty smart guy and jump started my interest in lifestyle design before I even started the blog. The video is very informative and if you plan on going to China anytime soon, it’s a must-watch.
Matt shares his wisdom and asks an interesting question: Should you love your job?
Why I recommend reading it – Matt gives an insightful take on whether we should love our jobs or not. I really enjoyed it and thought you would too. *Bonus points for him being a fellow Chicagoan 
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Of special (random) note:
Roosh (@rooshv) tweeted an article titled: A Cute Baby is the Key to Getting a Lost Wallet Back.
Why I recommend reading it – Getting things lost is a part of life. Just wanted to include a helpful tidbit to think about the next time you get your wallet lost (or stolen).
I hope you liked the first issue of What I’ve Been Reading This Week! Since this is the first post in the series, I’m open to any and all criticisms to be divulged in the comments section.
Later, my friends and happy reading!
photo credit: Joel Bedford
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Hi John,
Thanks for the awesome recommendation!! Me smiling
Glad youre welcoming me back with such lovely words.
Am also gonna check out your other reading recommendations….and Tim Ferris is so awesome isnt he….I saw some of his videos of his china trip…fun and informative and oh so hilarious. Always a fun read and watch.
I am yet to check out your “first ever video”…Am sure it was great;)
Hey, John! Cool list… I love how all your selections have a certain “edge” about them. In fact, I don’t know if my giant pumpkins belong among such amazing posts, but… hey… they are ginormous pumpkins with crazy people racing them on a really cold lake. Gotta give ‘em the respect they deserve, huh?
Maybe next year I’ll be in one of those pumpkins (you’ll have to come up and take the pictures!).
Great idea and great list of links! Looking forward to checking them out!
Cool stuff! Funny thing is I’ve been reading many of the same things this week. I like the idea of creating a list like this. It’s a good way to share all the great content out there.
Thanks for the suggestions and inspiration ~:-)
We read a lot of the same blogs! They are all great choices!
Thanks for the feedback guys! Although I like that we read most of the same articles, I planning on bringing something new to the mix. Next time, I guarantee you will never have heard of any of the things that I’ll show you in two weeks.
I love reading all your comments. Thanks again guys!
Nice link love post. I will be looking forward to these in the future. I believe it is good to share the blogs that you are reading. I believe I will use from your idea myself.
Hey Mr CJ. Your eye is as keen as ever. David and Zeenat and Tim are some of my very favorite people in the world. I thought that you would add your own blog to the list, but maybe you’ll feature yourself in another segment or series:)
Keep on rolling, friend. You’re making great progress here.
Great list thanks for sharing. I’m going to check out a few of these!
Great list of reading material , continuous learning is the best way to go JOhn!
Hi John!
Hey, you have great eyes! I agree with your recommendations and I also found a couple new folks to check out.
And, yeah, I agree with Josh. Too bad you can’t list your own blog here, you certainly are in the ranks of them.
Oh, and did you get a hat yet?
Keep on keepin’ on, John. Great blog!
~xo