Be Your Own Guru: 34 Essays on Figuring Out Life

It's time to shatter the shackles of mediocrity and embrace a life as it is - hard yet fascinating.

Be Your Own Guru is a refreshing take on self-help. Instead of telling you what to do and think, this book invites you to assess your assumptions and break free from narratives that don't serve you in living your best life.

Featuring 34 insightful essays, each accompanied by thought-provoking questions and practical exercises, this book will inspire you to reflect on your beliefs and values, ultimately aligning them with your aspirations and goals.

Expect to be challenged, provoked, and even occasionally angered by the author's observations, as they prompt you to confront your own biases and preconceptions.

This practical guide equips you with the tools and techniques needed to navigate life's complexities. You'll learn how to:

• Recognize and reevaluate the expectations that cause suffering in your life;
• Uncover your hidden priorities and integrate them into your personal values system;
• Make decisions with confidence, knowing they are rooted in your true values and beliefs;
• Cultivate a sense of inner peace and happiness by minimizing regrets.

If you're tired of cookie-cutter advice and overblown claims that don't resonate with your everyday reality, pick up Be Your Own Guru and initiate meaningful change now. No more delays, no more excuses. Step up, take charge, and create the life you want to live.

Anastasia Petrenko is a dynamic entrepreneur and writer, originally from Ukraine and now dividing her time between Canada and Costa Rica.With a passion for asking tough questions and challenging common beliefs, Anastasia regularly contributes to Medium (@anastasiawhy), sharing her unique perspective with a growing audience.In addition to her non-fiction writing, Anastasia is currently working on her debut novel while sipping on cups of steaming hot tea next to her electronics.