"Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers." ~Charles William Eliot Self-help books are a billion dollar business. Amazon runneth over - like a warm Coke in a frosty glass. I've read my fair share over the years. Many are unremarkable - but there are some shining stars out there well worth your time and hard earned cash. If you want to change + grow + thrive in 2015, here are three of my recent favorites. Add them to your holiday list - quick quick quick. #1 The Antidote: Happiness For People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking "Oliver Burkeman introduces us to an unusual group of people who share a single, surprising way of thinking about … [Read more...] about Top 3 Books to Inspire Hope + Change in 2015
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My Soul-Stirring Book List
Oh books, how I love thee! If a magic genie came along, took away my responsibilities and told me that I could spend the rest of my days reading - I'd surely pass on at a ripe old age with a stack of books still waiting to be read. My love affair with reading began later in life. I was always a science girl - preferring Aububon guides to "real" books. In High School, I happily enrolled in honors math and science classes, but said no thanks to honors english - which completely bewildered my guidance counselor. It appears I turned out okay - despite this "radical" decision. Although my list of favorite books is quite extensive, there are a few that have had a marked impact on my life. You know, the kind of read that stirs the soul and … [Read more...] about My Soul-Stirring Book List