A Year to Live: How to Live This Year as If It Were Your Last By Stephen Covey Publisher: Three Rivers Press Stephen Covey's "A Year to Live" is a powerful reminder that life is short, and we should make the most of it. The book encourages readers to live in the present moment and focus on what truly matters in life. It provides practical advice for how to do this, including setting goals, prioritizing tasks, and cultivating relationships with loved ones. One of the key takeaways from the book is that we should not waste our time on things that are not meaningful or fulfilling. Instead, we should focus on activities that bring us joy and help us grow as individuals. This can be challenging, but it is essential for living a life that is truly worthwhile. Another important aspect of "A Year to Live" is the emphasis on personal growth and self-improvement. The book encourages readers to reflect on their values and beliefs, and to make changes in their lives as needed. This can be uncomfortable at times, but it is necessary for living a life that is authentic and fulfilling. Overall, "A Year to Live" is an inspiring and thought-provoking read. It encourages readers to live fully and meaningfully, and to make the most of their time on this earth. Highly recommended! Guided Meditations, Explorations and Healings By Various Authors Publisher: Sounds True "Guided Meditations, Explorations and Healings" is a collection of guided meditations designed to help individuals explore their inner selves and heal from emotional wounds. The book features contributions from various authors, each with their own unique perspective on meditation and personal growth. One of the strengths of this book is its variety. There are meditations for stress relief, self-discovery, forgiveness, and more. This allows readers to find a practice that resonates with them and helps them achieve their goals. Another strength of "Guided Meditations, Explorations and Healings" is the emphasis on personal growth and transformation. The meditations are designed to help individuals explore their inner selves and gain insight into their thoughts and emotions. This can be a powerful tool for self-improvement and healing. Overall, "Guided Meditations, Explorations and Healings" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their meditation practice and achieve personal growth. Highly recommended! Listening to My Body: A guide to helping kids understand the connection between their sensations (what the heck are those?) and feelings so that they can get better at figuring out what they need. By Mary Beth Williams Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers "Listening to My Body" is a children's book designed to help kids understand the connection between their sensations and feelings. The book uses simple language and engaging illustrations to explain how our bodies communicate with us, and how we can use this information to take care of ourselves. One of the strengths of this book is its accessibility. It is written in a way that young children can understand, making it an excellent resource for parents and educators looking to teach kids about self-care and emotional regulation. Another strength of "Listening to My Body" is the emphasis on mindfulness and awareness. The book encourages kids to pay attention to their bodies and feelings, which can help them develop a greater sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Overall, "Listening to My Body" is an excellent resource for parents and educators looking to teach kids about the connection between their sensations and feelings. Highly recommended! Turning Toward the Mystery: A Seeker's Journey By Mark Nepo Publisher: Sounds True "Turning Toward the Mystery" is a spiritual memoir that explores the author's journey of self-discovery and transformation. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on different aspects of the seeker's journey. One of the strengths of this book is its depth and introspection. Nepo shares his personal experiences and insights in a way that is both profound and relatable. This makes it an excellent resource for anyone looking to deepen their spiritual practice and explore the mysteries of life. Another strength of "Turning Toward the Mystery" is its emphasis on self-discovery and transformation. The book encourages readers to look within themselves and find their own path, rather than following a set of rules or dogmas. This can be a powerful tool for personal growth and spiritual awakening. Overall, "Turning Toward the Mystery" is an inspiring and thought-provoking read. It encourages readers to explore the mysteries of life and find their own path toward self-discovery and transformation. Highly recommended! Unattended Sorrow: Recovering from Loss and Reviving the Heart By John D. Teasdale Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group "Unattended Sorrow" is a book that explores the emotional pain of loss, and how to recover from it. The author draws on his own experiences with grief and loss, as well as research in psychology and neuroscience, to provide practical advice for coping with emotional pain. One of the strengths of this book is its accessibility. It is written in a way that is easy to understand, making it an excellent resource for anyone looking to cope with grief and loss. Another strength of "Unattended Sorrow" is the emphasis on self-care and personal growth. The author encourages readers to take care of themselves emotionally, physically, and spiritually in order to heal from their losses. This can be a powerful tool for emotional recovery and personal growth. Overall, "Unattended Sorrow" is an excellent resource for anyone looking to cope with grief and loss. It provides practical advice for healing and personal growth, and is highly recommended! Embracing the Beloved: Relationship as a Path of Awakening By John D. Teasdale Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group "Embracing the Beloved" is a book that explores the transformative power of love and relationships. The author draws on his own experiences with love and relationships, as well as research in psychology and neuroscience, to provide practical advice for cultivating healthy and fulfilling relationships. One of the strengths of this book is its depth and introspection. Teasdale shares his personal experiences and insights in a way that is both profound and relatable. This makes it an excellent resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of love and relationships. Another strength of "Embracing the Beloved" is the emphasis on self-awareness and personal growth. The author encourages readers to look within themselves and find their own path toward loving relationships, rather than following a set of rules or dogmas. This can be a powerful tool for personal growth and emotional fulfillment. Overall, "Embracing the Beloved" is an inspiring and thought-provoking read. It encourages readers to explore the transformative power of love and relationships, and provides practical advice for cultivating healthy and fulfilling relationships. Highly recommended! Meetings at the Edge: Dialogues with the Grieving and the Dying By Stephen Covey Publisher: Free Press "Meetings at the Edge" is a book that explores the emotional pain of grief and loss, and how to cope with it. The author draws on his own experiences with grief and loss, as well as research in psychology and neuroscience, to provide practical advice for coping with emotional pain. One of the strengths of this book is its accessibility. It is written in a way that is easy to understand, making it an excellent resource for anyone looking to cope with grief and loss. Another strength of "Meetings at the Edge" is the emphasis on self-care and personal growth. The author encourages readers to take care of themselves emotionally, physically, and spiritually in order to heal from their losses. This can be a powerful tool for emotional recovery and personal growth. Overall, "Meetings at the Edge" is an excellent resource for anyone looking to cope with grief and loss. It provides practical advice for healing and personal growth, and is highly recommended! A Gradual Awakening: How to Cultivate Mindfulness in Everyday Life By Tara Brach Publisher: Sounds True "A Gradual Awakening" is a book that explores the practice of mindfulness and how it can be incorporated into everyday life. The author draws on her own experiences with mindfulness, as well as research in psychology and neuroscience, to provide practical advice for cultivating mindfulness. One of the strengths of this book is its depth and introspection. Brach shares her personal experiences and insights in a way that is both profound and relatable. This makes it an excellent resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of mindfulness and how it can be incorporated into everyday life. Another strength of "A Gradual Awakening" is the emphasis on self-awareness and personal growth. The author encourages readers to look within themselves and find their own path toward mindfulness, rather than following a set of rules or dogmas. This can be a powerful tool for personal growth and emotional fulfillment. Overall, "A Gradual Awakening" is an inspiring and thought-provoking read. It encourages readers to explore the practice of mindfulness and how it can be incorporated into everyday life, and provides practical advice for cultivating mindfulness.