The Crossroads of Should and Must: Find and Follow Your Passion

First of all this is the only book, ever, that I have taken the time to write a review on, even being an avid reader. Elle Luna , this came to me at the right time in my life. Excellent and fun reading. Thank you for opening your life in such a helpful manner and motivating us procrastinating type people. Also, as I know so well from my life experiences of 69 years, God lead me to find your great writings, when I am at this crossroad. Originally bought the book for my son, whom we just found out has a brain injury at the age of 48. He has been in numerous auto and motorcycle accidents and failed back surgeries. Also a very creative person in all areas. Art, acting, music, etc. Writing his own music and I believe a genius as a performing musician, whom toured with famous rock bands. However now his life is on hold. Making it hard for him to even be able to work and live on his own. After going in to a new spine specialist, this doctor noticed by my son's eyes and walk, that there is more going on than just a neck injury. Even before a MRI, this bright doctor could tell my son is not only in physical pain. He asked him if he is often misjudged by others, because of confusion with his emotional and sometimes irrational behaviors. Which now we all realize he couldn't help. However he is a gifted musician and even though always had ADD, his focus is getting worse. So I first downloaded this fantastic book on my Kindle thinking I will read it until the hard copies come in from Amazon in a few days. . Well now ordering more. Not only a copy for my son but for family and friends that are searching for their place in life right now. But it hit home for me too. Thinking to myself I need to listen by doing , the exercises because I feel deep down there is a creative energy waiting for me to tap into it. Never taking personal time because I always put others first. However your exercises can be done slowly or at least make you more aware of what catches your eye and holds your interest. The book was easy reading and the pictures so simple but appropriate especially for someone like my son that jumps around in a book. Which you can do on any page and pick up something there or at least interesting enough to make you want go back a few pages to get the full context. My only disappointment was it was over just when I was looking forward to learning more about the author's life and experiences beside exercises to help more. Loved the vignettes of other's lives.. So Elle please keep doing what you are doing with the best of luck and hopefully let your fans hear from you again. Do you have a Facebook page or blog? Actually going to reread your book this week while traveling to Sacramento. Going to meet up with my son and his doctors. We are from the Chicago area. However his 17 old son, that lives out there with his mother and sisters, is actually staying with his father. In a hotel but still traveling to and from school. Our loving grandson stays to watch over, be helpful and supportive to his father. This is while our son is going through treatments at U of C Davis. My goal this week too is to possibly find a big white box like yours that he can live in. Do his art and music which in itself is comforting and through the grace of God on his way to a more healthy and productive existence. At times it gets so frustrating for him even trying to set up appointments. Unfortunately due to helping run a family business here, I cannot stay to help more. However his beautiful ex-wife has been very kind and helpful. Also believe surrounded by his loving children has made him happier even though their father is in pain he tries to keep a happy face for them. Also our son is one of the most caring, sensitive people I know helping others especially family and friends dying of cancer on their death bed. Besides helping their families go through their grief because of his many losses believe is why he is such a great artist. At the time I thought it was so funny when my husband said I should look for a warehouse in Sacramento. Then we can ship out all the creative equipment our son has here. And then I open your book and the first page caught my interest immediately. Wonder if Craig's list, lists "White Boxes for rent or buy." Believe and have faith though, just as I found your book, we will be guided to the right people at the right time and find the right place for him. Anyone reading the above could you please keep our son, James,in your prayers. And even if not religious, could you then please send some positive energy this way? It would be greatly appreciated and helpful. Thank you! Sincerely, Nancy Woolley. [email protected]. My enduring appreciation and gratitude again to you, Elle Luna. PS Look forward to your future writings and viewing maybe your art work on my most favorite site, Amazon.com.

Amazing book! It's beautifully written and beautiful to look at; I love the art and photos inside. It's like a warm hug: this book challenges me to think and also reminds me that everything is going to be okay. It's about finding your must in a world of shoulds and even gives your practical exercises on how to get there. I even love the author's story on how this book came to be! This is great for anyone at a crossroads, for a graduation gift, if you're looking for some inspiration, or just need a good pick-me-up or refresher in life. This would make an excellent gift and is definitely a book I'll be passing around for the family to read. I love it- love, love, love.

I loved reading this book, it’s an invitation to follow our dreams and work hard for finding joy and fulfillment.

I'm still in the middle of this book but I'm really loving it! It's an easy read and great to look at with the artistic fonts. The activities throughout the book really make you think about your life and what you really want out of it. I purchased this book after a severe break up. I felt lost and unsure about a lot of things in my life. I was always a planner and had a set plan of where I was going in my life. I found this book at a bookstore and skimmed through it and realized how much it would help me grow as an individual and find true happiness again. I ended up purchasing it on Amazon weeks later and I always keep it on my nightstand ready to be read.

Purchased from a third seller (via Amazon) as a used book. It is as described. The book itself is a good read. I like the colors and the different fonts in the book that kept me engage.

Heard about Elle Luna through Chase Jarvis's 30 Days of Genius video series. Her personality was captivating, so I wanted to check out her book. The book is an art piece. A very useful one at that, as it got me thinking about a lot of things in my life -- from my fantasies to my jobs/careers/callings. I think going through these exercises are so helpful to understanding who you are. That's one of life's joys, right? Discovering who you are and what you're capable of. Though I felt it was overly spiritual at times, I thoroughly enjoyed the book. I think this book applies to creatives and pretty much anyone whether you consider yourself an artist or not. Give it a read! Maybe Elle will help you find your Must.

The good, the bad, and the ugly. The good. If you are looking for a simple, short, uplifting book full of quotes that you have probably heard before, but some decent ideas about life and another way to live it that maybe you haven't considered, then this might be a good book for you. I think the average person looking for a quick pick-me-up could get something out of this book. "Quick pick me up" because it's short, and half of it is whole pages of large quotes from other people. So think, cute inspiring coffee table book or lunch break reading. The bad. The book is really short, has a lot of sort of cheap filler quotations that aren't even that original. So while it can be inspirational, it's not really worth $10 bucks if you are looking for something longer with more depth. In this case, I'd go for Julia Cameron's "The Artist Way." Same ideas, but better writing (beautiful writing) and an entire 12 week program of embracing your Musts, whatever that may mean to you. Seriously, it's a good book, life changing. And I don't think it's much more than this book. The ugly. The author's premise is that life offers you two choice, Must and Should. Must is what we are inspired to do, it's almost as if the Universe is constantly nudging us toward it. The Should is what we do because others expect it of us or because it makes sense practically. As, I read this book, it really didn't seem likely that writing it was "A Must" for the author. It reads like a practical opportunity to make some extra money from an article she wrote that was perhaps truly inspiring. It doesn't even feel like she put much effort or enthusiasm into it. The original article may have been a "Must," but the book definitely reads like a "Should."

Concise and to the point, while still using beautiful imagery. I liked that actual step by step processes and activities were mapped out in simple language. It was an easy read that included anecdotes and examples from not only the author, but other successful people, too. I would recommend this book to anyone who is having trouble following their bliss because they aren't sure what it is.

Es un libro de autoexploración, análisis de nuestras metas y de pasos a seguir para lograr nuestros sueños. Yo lo leí en 1 día es una lectura sencilla y tiene ejercicios donde tienes que ir analizándo lo que quieres dejar de hacer y hacia donde quieres ir en tu vida y cómo lograrlo. Me encantó!

me emcanto! un super libro de inspiracion ayuda a encontrar las pasiones del mundo de cada uno y micho mas

Very nice book for kids from 12years n above,,,it gives focus on things n situations which may lead to define better person in later life...👍👍👍

Another reviewer described this book as a work of art. I would totally agree. Easy to read in one sitting... Even if you take breaks to follow some of the exercises... It is inspiring to be sure. Almost visceral because of the amount of art in the book. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Truly a work of art.

One of the best, simplistically written books on nurturing your creative genius -which, by the way, we all have! It was such a beautiful read with the words and the art made me want to keep flicking the pages just to see what art surprises came next. This book will be on our bookshelf for many years to come for my daughter, sons, nieces, sisters and friends to read for inspiration to live out their creative genius!