Category Archives: Philosophical reads

Life is a Test: Real Beliefs by Ryan Bey – Ryan Bey

Posted on November 11, 2018 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Jeyran Main) Life is a Test reads like a self-help book written with the intent on providing an insightful look towards living and existence. It is apparent that the author is determined to have an impact on the … Continue reading →

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Maharishi & Me: Seeking Enlightenment with the Beatles’ Guru – Susan Shumsky

Posted on July 9, 2018 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Pat Luboff) “Merely by being in his presence, we disciples entered an utterly timeless place and rapturous feeling, and, at the same time, realized the utter futility and insanity of the mundane world.” I don’t know why I … Continue reading →

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A Better Ten Commandments: A Guide to Living Life with and on Purpose – James Miller

Posted on June 6, 2018 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Pat Luboff) I must admit I almost didn’t review this book. I was reading it and put it aside. Ironically, because it espouses tossing out the old Moses tablet-engraved rules, I thought at first that it was a … Continue reading →

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40 Day Shift: A Journey of Karma and Giving Back – Infinity Stone

Posted on March 1, 2018 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by JD Jung) “Rather than turn away from problems and wait for others to fix them, I need to uncover what can be done within my reach.” Infinity Stone works in insurance sales. She was raised Catholic where she … Continue reading →

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Puzzle of Fate: Is Your Fate Predetermined or Can You Change It? – A. Reza Kamarei

Posted on December 2, 2017 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Jeyran Main) Puzzle of Fate analyzes fate from a scientific point of view. Many books are discussing this matter whether it is philosophically or through religion. Others have also attempted to discuss this through fiction. However here, we … Continue reading →

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Dreams of Heaven – Elizabeth M. Herrera

Posted on July 26, 2017 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Pat Luboff) Savannah waited to see if her sister would notice Jesus standing beside her, but Denise simply walked over and hugged her. However, she did notice the throng of doves covering the deck.         … Continue reading →

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The LoveSpell Experiment: My Year Exploring Love & Discovering a Secret to Happiness – I. J. Weinstock

Posted on July 13, 2017 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Pat Luboff) While celebrating New Year’s Eve, I.J. Weinstock heard his late wife, Joy, ask him… ‘What do you love?’ I liked The Secret Sex Life of Angels by this author, so I was interested in reading this … Continue reading →

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American Rococo: Essays On the Edge – Isham Cook

Posted on June 27, 2017 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by JD Jung) Isham Cook advises teens to get rid of their smartphones. He equates Airbnb with an upgraded way of couch surfing. He’s obsessed with big breasts and younger Chinese women. By the way, he currently lives in … Continue reading →

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The No-Nonsense Guide to Globalization – Wayne Ellwood

Posted on June 1, 2017 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by JD Jung) The “integration of the global economy” began over five centuries ago with European colonization, but has accelerated over the past thirty years with the increase of technology to move goods and capital. This has not taken … Continue reading →

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The Trouble with Reality: A Rumination on Moral Panic in Our Time – Brooke Gladstone

Posted on May 18, 2017 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by JD Jung) “American history is picked with ferment, battles and brawls over with is true. But at this moment, the nation seems to waging Civil War over reality itself. It is thrilling to watch, and tough to sit … Continue reading →

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