I read Beautifully Connected by Carmie P. De Leon during a busy time of the year. My family from overseas was in the Philippines for a well-deserved vacation, and my partner’s family was caring for a recovering family member. I was also working as a full-time freelance writer and author. I could hardly keep up with my schedule. So, I decided to take some time to read Ms. De Leon’s book in order to learn from her decades of experience in life and work.
As expected, Ms. De Leon’s book is a relaxing read. I appreciate the fact that she gave us a glimpse of her humble beginnings, and her rise to the top of her corporate career. Her journey was far from perfect, and unlike some autobiographies, the author was able to include her own mistakes in life. It was noteworthy how she was able to turn these mistakes into opportunities. She also included some of her original poetry, which was a literary treat. Aside from that, she also included scriptures which set the tone for the chapters of her book. I found it to be generally pleasant and full of life lessons.
As someone who is not particularly religious, I read the book as a self-help work. There were references to Biblical verses which have supported the author during her challenging times, which were accompanied by testimonies from herself and her beautiful connections, who were her friends and family. Her life story was entertaining and educational, so while I normally shy away from religious works, I still found this appealing. It was an autobiography and self-help journey in one, and it was a privilege to have read it.
So, did I find the book to be an oasis in the middle of my busy schedule? I certainly did!
Beautifully Connected is available on Central Books’ website. Read it today!