First, I’d like to introduce you to the newest section on my blog. My Bookshelf.   You can view what I’m currently reading or  the books I’ve read. My love of self help books carried me through my 20s. Whenever I had a problem or wanted unsolicited advice, I went to the  bookstore and bought a book.  Though I’d like to sit here and tell you that I read a little bit of everything. I don’t.  Self help, Oprah magazines, and interesting articles. My favorite self help books are in the categories of Love & Relationships, specifically getting over and through breakups, empowering yourself, and career. That’s it.  These are the only types of books that capture and keep my attention.  I truly live by the principle, “You’ll never live long enough to make all the mistakes.” – and I don’t plan on it. So I read about other people’s mistakes and how they overcame. One of my biggest challenges is balance.   Doing too much or not enough. Caring too much or holding back. Saying too much or being vague.  Focusing …