I haven’t met a person who isn’t struggling with anxiety and stress these days. Toss in the inner critic, fear, low self-esteem, and emotional reactivity, and you have a cocktail that we all occasionally finds ourselves swimming in. That’s why this book by Dr. Julie Smith is a timely read for everyone. There’s a lot […]
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Strength to Stand: Overcoming, Succeeding, Thriving, Advancing, Winning.
A lot of promises are made in this title, so naturally I was drawn to what author, pastor, and motivational speaker T. D. Jakes had to share. A servant of God, Jake has written this book for both believers and those who are curious about Christianity. But pulling back the lens, you can see that […]
Dogs Demystified: An A-Z Guide to All Things Canine
I requested a copy of this book from New World Library knowing I would be adopting a dog soon. Of course, I didn’t know that I would be adopting two dogs. Here I am, with a crazy household but thankfully, a powerful resource in hand. And yes, I’m using this instructional guide by Marc Bekoff […]
Finding Clarity: How compassionate accountability builds vibrant relationships, thriving workplaces, and meaningful lives.
Finding Clarity by Marc Lesser is all about increasing self-awareness and interpersonal skills so one can live, and lead, with more depth, compassion, and effectiveness. Marc has decades of experience that “he lived and practiced” in preparation of writing this book. Director of Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, MBA, and CEO of three companies, including a […]
The Mayo Clinic Diet: Third Edition
I received this book at an odd time in my life—when I didn’t need to lose weight. I’ve been pretty lucky about staying fit; I make it a priority. Still, there have been times in my life when I needed to shed a little or gain a little. But more importantly, I struggle with eating […]
Writing That Gets Noticed: Find Your Voice, Become a Better Storyteller, Get Published.
This ultimate writer’s handbook by Estelle Erasmus is something I wish I’d read when I entered the world of journalism. Ironically, those are the very same words the author opens her introduction with. To answer the call, she’s created a must-have resource for both the new writer and the seasoned writer who need direction, inspiration, […]
It’s Just a Thought: Emotional Freedom through Deliberate Thinking
This latest release by Thomas Sterner offers practical advice and inspiration for mastering, and elevating, thoughts. How we behave, the impact we have, the outcomes we achieve, and the moods we experience are all tied to our thoughts. Learning to understand and re-program them is integral for manifesting positive change. “Fear and anger are not […]
Talking On Eggshells: Soft Skills for Hard Conversations
When you feel you must dance around someone’s feelings, approach conversations with caution, or constantly avoid poking the bear, you’re talking on eggshells. It’s exhausting and no way to relate to one another. Author, communications expert, and CEO of the Intrigue Agency, Sam Horn, presents the solution capitalizing on her successful communication strategy: “Tongue Fu,” […]
The Eloquence of Silence: Surprising Wisdom in Tales of Emptiness
Author of Care of the Soul, Thomas Moore, humbly presents his most recent book with an introduction that made me a believer. A believer of his promise that “less is more.” By exercising the hard-won lessons he shares throughout this book, I’ve discovered it’s a promise kept. That’s rare. Especially in this age of too […]
Choosing Survival
“How I Endured a Brutal Attack and a Lifetime of Trauma through the Power of Action, Choice, and Self Expression,” is the subtitle of this book by dancer, choreographer, and survivor, Lynn Forney. This statement alone is enough to draw a reader in, especially someone seeking inspiration and hope for life after trauma. The book […]