Author: Karl Pillemer, Ph.D.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0452298482
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
“Heartfelt and ever-endearing—equal parts information and inspiration. This is a book to keep by your bedside and return to often.”—Amy Dickinson, nationally syndicated advice columnist "Ask Amy" More than one thousand extraordinary Americans share their stories and the wisdom they have gained on living, loving, and finding happiness. After a chance encounter with an extraordinary ninety-year-old woman, renowned gerontologist Karl Pillemer began to wonder what older people know about life that the rest of us don't. His quest led him to interview more than one thousand Americans over the age of sixty-five to seek their counsel on all the big issues- children, marriage, money, career, aging. Their moving stories and uncompromisingly honest answers often surprised him. And he found that he consistently heard advice that pointed to these thirty lessons for living. Here he weaves their personal recollections of difficulties overcome and lives well lived into a timeless book filled with the hard-won advice these older Americans wish someone had given them when they were young. Like This I Believe, StoryCorps's Listening Is an Act of Love, and Tuesdays with Morrie, 30 Lessons for Living is a book to keep and to give. Offering clear advice toward a more fulfilling life, it is as useful as it is inspiring.
30 Lessons for Living
Author: Karl Pillemer, Ph.D.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0452298482
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
“Heartfelt and ever-endearing—equal parts information and inspiration. This is a book to keep by your bedside and return to often.”—Amy Dickinson, nationally syndicated advice columnist "Ask Amy" More than one thousand extraordinary Americans share their stories and the wisdom they have gained on living, loving, and finding happiness. After a chance encounter with an extraordinary ninety-year-old woman, renowned gerontologist Karl Pillemer began to wonder what older people know about life that the rest of us don't. His quest led him to interview more than one thousand Americans over the age of sixty-five to seek their counsel on all the big issues- children, marriage, money, career, aging. Their moving stories and uncompromisingly honest answers often surprised him. And he found that he consistently heard advice that pointed to these thirty lessons for living. Here he weaves their personal recollections of difficulties overcome and lives well lived into a timeless book filled with the hard-won advice these older Americans wish someone had given them when they were young. Like This I Believe, StoryCorps's Listening Is an Act of Love, and Tuesdays with Morrie, 30 Lessons for Living is a book to keep and to give. Offering clear advice toward a more fulfilling life, it is as useful as it is inspiring.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0452298482
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
“Heartfelt and ever-endearing—equal parts information and inspiration. This is a book to keep by your bedside and return to often.”—Amy Dickinson, nationally syndicated advice columnist "Ask Amy" More than one thousand extraordinary Americans share their stories and the wisdom they have gained on living, loving, and finding happiness. After a chance encounter with an extraordinary ninety-year-old woman, renowned gerontologist Karl Pillemer began to wonder what older people know about life that the rest of us don't. His quest led him to interview more than one thousand Americans over the age of sixty-five to seek their counsel on all the big issues- children, marriage, money, career, aging. Their moving stories and uncompromisingly honest answers often surprised him. And he found that he consistently heard advice that pointed to these thirty lessons for living. Here he weaves their personal recollections of difficulties overcome and lives well lived into a timeless book filled with the hard-won advice these older Americans wish someone had given them when they were young. Like This I Believe, StoryCorps's Listening Is an Act of Love, and Tuesdays with Morrie, 30 Lessons for Living is a book to keep and to give. Offering clear advice toward a more fulfilling life, it is as useful as it is inspiring.
Lessons in Living
Author: Susan L. Taylor
Publisher: Anchor
ISBN: 0307874486
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
At long last, here is the paperback edition of beloved columnist and author Susan L. Taylor's bestselling collection of spiritual writings on overcoming the challenges of everyday life. Revealing the spiritual lessons Susan has learned first-hand from grappling with the challenges and difficulties in her own life, Lessons in Living is a celebration of the journey of life that has already become a classic. Written in the anecdotal style that has made Susan's "In the Spirit" column the most popular feature of Essence magazine, Lessons in Living addresses the themes that have been her unique territory for over a decade: self empowerment, the exploration of love and self-worth, and issues of faith and commitment.
Publisher: Anchor
ISBN: 0307874486
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
At long last, here is the paperback edition of beloved columnist and author Susan L. Taylor's bestselling collection of spiritual writings on overcoming the challenges of everyday life. Revealing the spiritual lessons Susan has learned first-hand from grappling with the challenges and difficulties in her own life, Lessons in Living is a celebration of the journey of life that has already become a classic. Written in the anecdotal style that has made Susan's "In the Spirit" column the most popular feature of Essence magazine, Lessons in Living addresses the themes that have been her unique territory for over a decade: self empowerment, the exploration of love and self-worth, and issues of faith and commitment.
Mother Angelica's Little Book of Life Lessons and Everyday Spirituality
Author: Raymond Arroyo
Publisher: Image
ISBN: 0385521804
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
“Everything starts with one person . . . I don’t care if you’re 5 or 105, God from all eternity chose you to be where you are, at this time in history, to change the world.” “If you are following God, He never shows you the end. It’s always a walk of faith.” “Faith is one foot on the ground, one foot in the air, and a queasy feeling in the stomach.” —Mother Angelica Are you unsure of your purpose in life? Stuck in the past and worried about the future? Hamstrung by fear, failure, or trials? Mother is here to help. For more than twenty-five years, Mother Angelica has dispensed spiritual wisdom and practical advice to millions around the globe through her lively broadcasts on EWTN. Now she shares with you her personal life lessons and hilarious counsel as never before. Raymond Arroyo, author of the bestselling biography of Mother Angelica, has assembled an inspiring collection of her powerful insights, comic musings, and no-nonsense guidance for everyday living. Culled from never-before-seen interviews, private conversations, and recorded lessons not heard in over thirty years, to which Arroyo had exclusive access, these selections capture Mother Angelica’s spunky spirit and profound wisdom at their zenith. In Mother Angelica’s Little Book of Life Lessons and Everyday Spirituality, the beloved nun is your personal mentor. Together you’ll discover: How to find God’s Will in your life How to pursue inspirations fearlessly How to make sense of pain and suffering How to spiritually overcome personal faults and trials Created in cooperation with Our Lady of the Angels Monastery, this devotional treasury is accompanied by original prayers from Mother Angelica’s private collection. Within are the meditations, personal beliefs, and pithy life lessons that transformed a disabled child of divorce into Mother Angelica, founder and CEO of the world’s largest religious media empire. Packed with real-world hope, this little book is sure to transform your life in a big way. A portion of the proceeds of this book goes to support the work of Our Lady of the Angels Monastery
Publisher: Image
ISBN: 0385521804
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
“Everything starts with one person . . . I don’t care if you’re 5 or 105, God from all eternity chose you to be where you are, at this time in history, to change the world.” “If you are following God, He never shows you the end. It’s always a walk of faith.” “Faith is one foot on the ground, one foot in the air, and a queasy feeling in the stomach.” —Mother Angelica Are you unsure of your purpose in life? Stuck in the past and worried about the future? Hamstrung by fear, failure, or trials? Mother is here to help. For more than twenty-five years, Mother Angelica has dispensed spiritual wisdom and practical advice to millions around the globe through her lively broadcasts on EWTN. Now she shares with you her personal life lessons and hilarious counsel as never before. Raymond Arroyo, author of the bestselling biography of Mother Angelica, has assembled an inspiring collection of her powerful insights, comic musings, and no-nonsense guidance for everyday living. Culled from never-before-seen interviews, private conversations, and recorded lessons not heard in over thirty years, to which Arroyo had exclusive access, these selections capture Mother Angelica’s spunky spirit and profound wisdom at their zenith. In Mother Angelica’s Little Book of Life Lessons and Everyday Spirituality, the beloved nun is your personal mentor. Together you’ll discover: How to find God’s Will in your life How to pursue inspirations fearlessly How to make sense of pain and suffering How to spiritually overcome personal faults and trials Created in cooperation with Our Lady of the Angels Monastery, this devotional treasury is accompanied by original prayers from Mother Angelica’s private collection. Within are the meditations, personal beliefs, and pithy life lessons that transformed a disabled child of divorce into Mother Angelica, founder and CEO of the world’s largest religious media empire. Packed with real-world hope, this little book is sure to transform your life in a big way. A portion of the proceeds of this book goes to support the work of Our Lady of the Angels Monastery
Spiritual Lessons from Living
Author: Harold Klemp
Publisher: ECKANKAR
ISBN: 1570435146
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
What are we here to learn? The simple truth is that you are Soul, a divine, conscious spark of God made manifest in this life to experience and learn. Through millennia--and to the present day--a succession of spiritual masters has been watching and guiding us. The latest of these is the author of this book, Sri Harold Klemp, the Mahanta, the Living ECK Master. Spiritual Lessons from Living, Mahanta Transcripts, Book 18, is a collection of his talks from 2006 to 2014. He observes that "We bump around, and each bump gets us a little bit farther along in our search for truth. . . . We've come to solve the mystery of ourself, the mystery of Soul--who we are. And it's a wonderful journey. Sometimes we get inundated. The tidal waves of life come sweeping over us. We go under again, and again, and again. And we wonder, Will this never end?" The answer to this question is up to you. You will find clues in this book to spirit you on your journey, no matter where you are in your understanding of yourself and your life. Gain deeper insight into • your lessons from life, • your kinship with all life, • how the Holy Spirit speaks to you, • how the ECK Masters teach us, • what reincarnation is all about, • how to break bad habits, • how to give and receive divine love and lead a spiritually richer life.
Publisher: ECKANKAR
ISBN: 1570435146
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
What are we here to learn? The simple truth is that you are Soul, a divine, conscious spark of God made manifest in this life to experience and learn. Through millennia--and to the present day--a succession of spiritual masters has been watching and guiding us. The latest of these is the author of this book, Sri Harold Klemp, the Mahanta, the Living ECK Master. Spiritual Lessons from Living, Mahanta Transcripts, Book 18, is a collection of his talks from 2006 to 2014. He observes that "We bump around, and each bump gets us a little bit farther along in our search for truth. . . . We've come to solve the mystery of ourself, the mystery of Soul--who we are. And it's a wonderful journey. Sometimes we get inundated. The tidal waves of life come sweeping over us. We go under again, and again, and again. And we wonder, Will this never end?" The answer to this question is up to you. You will find clues in this book to spirit you on your journey, no matter where you are in your understanding of yourself and your life. Gain deeper insight into • your lessons from life, • your kinship with all life, • how the Holy Spirit speaks to you, • how the ECK Masters teach us, • what reincarnation is all about, • how to break bad habits, • how to give and receive divine love and lead a spiritually richer life.
Life Lessons
Author: Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1476775532
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
A guide to living life in the moment uses lessons learned from the dying to help the living find the most enjoyment and happiness.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1476775532
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
A guide to living life in the moment uses lessons learned from the dying to help the living find the most enjoyment and happiness.
Spiritual Psychology
Author: Steve Rother
Publisher: New Energy Press
ISBN: 9781928806103
Category : Self-actualization (Psychology)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A view of life and the human experience as received by Steve Rother from a collective of angelic spirits known as "The Group."
Publisher: New Energy Press
ISBN: 9781928806103
Category : Self-actualization (Psychology)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A view of life and the human experience as received by Steve Rother from a collective of angelic spirits known as "The Group."
Life Lessons to Master Before You Die
Author: Kristen Casey
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
This book is focused on helping you show up to life authentically. Most of us wear a mask our entire life and endure situations or relationships that aren't serving us. What would life be like if you cut the BS? If you truly healed? If you allowed what is meant for you? Became the best version of yourself?When you allow what is meant to be, you might be pleasantly surprised. You'll be forced to accept what is, rather than what you're expecting for your life. I know you're thinking, "But why would I want to do this?"The short answer: focusing on your future expectations, rather than reality, isn't really living. It's simply dreaming.As a psychologist, I've spent countless hours listening to people in their most vulnerable states. They've told me their deepest struggles, maybe things that they hadn't told anyone else. Now, of course, I will never go into detail about client specifics, but I couldn't help but notice several themes among the people I've treated. All of these people were from different cultures and had vastly different value systems. Yet, it was fascinating that the human experience had its parallels.I noticed when people were able to gain insight into certain patterns in their lives, they were able to overcome some pretty tough obstacles. They had these "ah ha" moments earlier in their life, and to my surprise, they were able to gain momentum in their lives relatively quickly. Most importantly, they had less regrets about their lives after acknowledging the situations they had to change.I compiled some of the most common themes I encountered in therapy, while considering the research and a spiritual perspective, and formulated this book, Life Lessons to Master Before You Die. Therapy can be seen as a mysterious and intimidating process, so I cut right to the chase and outlined these lessons in an easy-to-read format, with practical solutions to overcome them. I had a feeling most people would benefit from this, as many people in therapy seemed to struggle with similar problems.Uncovering life's patterns early on serves as a foundation for quicker healing. It's similar to having a cheat code in a video game. The sooner you find the cheat code, the quicker you can progress in levels or get to the finish line. But here, there is no finish line.Healing has no end. It's a transformative process that happens over and over again. This "cheat code" basically facilitates progress but isn't a magic wand. The point is to focus on the path that leads to healing, whether you reach the finish line or not. We see fulfillment in life when we take small steps in the right direction. It's about the journey (yes, I said it).Also, this book may sound morbid ("oh my gosh, will I really die one day!?"). It's a reminder that our time on earth is limited and it's never too late to be the best version of yourself. In fact, starting to work on yourself today can make the rest of your life the best years you've ever had. Cheers to having good things to say on your death bed rather than having regrets!
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
This book is focused on helping you show up to life authentically. Most of us wear a mask our entire life and endure situations or relationships that aren't serving us. What would life be like if you cut the BS? If you truly healed? If you allowed what is meant for you? Became the best version of yourself?When you allow what is meant to be, you might be pleasantly surprised. You'll be forced to accept what is, rather than what you're expecting for your life. I know you're thinking, "But why would I want to do this?"The short answer: focusing on your future expectations, rather than reality, isn't really living. It's simply dreaming.As a psychologist, I've spent countless hours listening to people in their most vulnerable states. They've told me their deepest struggles, maybe things that they hadn't told anyone else. Now, of course, I will never go into detail about client specifics, but I couldn't help but notice several themes among the people I've treated. All of these people were from different cultures and had vastly different value systems. Yet, it was fascinating that the human experience had its parallels.I noticed when people were able to gain insight into certain patterns in their lives, they were able to overcome some pretty tough obstacles. They had these "ah ha" moments earlier in their life, and to my surprise, they were able to gain momentum in their lives relatively quickly. Most importantly, they had less regrets about their lives after acknowledging the situations they had to change.I compiled some of the most common themes I encountered in therapy, while considering the research and a spiritual perspective, and formulated this book, Life Lessons to Master Before You Die. Therapy can be seen as a mysterious and intimidating process, so I cut right to the chase and outlined these lessons in an easy-to-read format, with practical solutions to overcome them. I had a feeling most people would benefit from this, as many people in therapy seemed to struggle with similar problems.Uncovering life's patterns early on serves as a foundation for quicker healing. It's similar to having a cheat code in a video game. The sooner you find the cheat code, the quicker you can progress in levels or get to the finish line. But here, there is no finish line.Healing has no end. It's a transformative process that happens over and over again. This "cheat code" basically facilitates progress but isn't a magic wand. The point is to focus on the path that leads to healing, whether you reach the finish line or not. We see fulfillment in life when we take small steps in the right direction. It's about the journey (yes, I said it).Also, this book may sound morbid ("oh my gosh, will I really die one day!?"). It's a reminder that our time on earth is limited and it's never too late to be the best version of yourself. In fact, starting to work on yourself today can make the rest of your life the best years you've ever had. Cheers to having good things to say on your death bed rather than having regrets!
Be the Brave One
Author: Ann Kansfield
Publisher: Broadleaf Books
ISBN: 1506463746
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
On September 11, 2001, Ann Kansfield, a successful Wall Street broker who had spent years laying a path of achievements, stood on the doorstep of profound change. The city she loved was in turmoil, and a calling to help others was emerging from deep within her. Part memoir and part spiritual formation guide, Kansfield's Be the Brave One relays her stunning transformation from a "run-of-the-mill capitalist jerk" into a wife, mother, and pastor committed to feeding the poor at her church in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The first female and openly gay chaplain at the New York Fire Department, and voted the inaugural New York Times New Yorker of the Year, Kansfield uses her characteristic wit and knack for accessible storytelling to reveal how an adventurous faith rooted in living out your convictions can bring about radical change in the world. From authenticity and courage, to perseverance and gratitude, in Kansfield's journey you will find the insight and tools to name and claim your own core spiritual values. Ultimately, Kansfield's story will leave readers both comforted and challenged to discover and live out their own faith rooted in open-hearted conviction.
Publisher: Broadleaf Books
ISBN: 1506463746
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
On September 11, 2001, Ann Kansfield, a successful Wall Street broker who had spent years laying a path of achievements, stood on the doorstep of profound change. The city she loved was in turmoil, and a calling to help others was emerging from deep within her. Part memoir and part spiritual formation guide, Kansfield's Be the Brave One relays her stunning transformation from a "run-of-the-mill capitalist jerk" into a wife, mother, and pastor committed to feeding the poor at her church in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The first female and openly gay chaplain at the New York Fire Department, and voted the inaugural New York Times New Yorker of the Year, Kansfield uses her characteristic wit and knack for accessible storytelling to reveal how an adventurous faith rooted in living out your convictions can bring about radical change in the world. From authenticity and courage, to perseverance and gratitude, in Kansfield's journey you will find the insight and tools to name and claim your own core spiritual values. Ultimately, Kansfield's story will leave readers both comforted and challenged to discover and live out their own faith rooted in open-hearted conviction.
7 Lessons for Living from the Dying
Author: Dr. Karen Wyatt
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited
ISBN: 1786783789
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
A hospice doctor and caregiver shares 7 inspirational lessons she’s learned from her patients—plus daily practices to help you incorporate them into your life. “Clearly and succinctly written, and with deeply profound insights . . . highly recommended.” —Ken Wilber, author of The Integral Vision Karen Wyatt has been privileged to share the final months, weeks, days and moments with many of her patients. This unique experience has given her a profound insight into death and dying. In this book she shares her story and the stories of her patients, providing us with 7 key lessons that the dying can teach us. • Lesson 1: Suffering: Embrace Your Difficulties • Lesson 2: Love: Let Your Heart Be Broken • Lesson 3: Forgiveness: Hold No Resentments • Lesson 4: Presence: Dwell in the Present Moment • Lesson 5: Purpose: Manifest Your Highest Potential • Lesson 6: Surrender: Let Go of Expectations • Lesson 7: Impermanence: Face Your Fear Each lesson is a wake-up call inviting to us to live our lives more fully, with more connection and less regret. With each lesson Karen provides a clear analysis of the importance of that lesson and then goes on to share daily practices on how we can live the teachings as a spiritual practice.
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited
ISBN: 1786783789
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
A hospice doctor and caregiver shares 7 inspirational lessons she’s learned from her patients—plus daily practices to help you incorporate them into your life. “Clearly and succinctly written, and with deeply profound insights . . . highly recommended.” —Ken Wilber, author of The Integral Vision Karen Wyatt has been privileged to share the final months, weeks, days and moments with many of her patients. This unique experience has given her a profound insight into death and dying. In this book she shares her story and the stories of her patients, providing us with 7 key lessons that the dying can teach us. • Lesson 1: Suffering: Embrace Your Difficulties • Lesson 2: Love: Let Your Heart Be Broken • Lesson 3: Forgiveness: Hold No Resentments • Lesson 4: Presence: Dwell in the Present Moment • Lesson 5: Purpose: Manifest Your Highest Potential • Lesson 6: Surrender: Let Go of Expectations • Lesson 7: Impermanence: Face Your Fear Each lesson is a wake-up call inviting to us to live our lives more fully, with more connection and less regret. With each lesson Karen provides a clear analysis of the importance of that lesson and then goes on to share daily practices on how we can live the teachings as a spiritual practice.
Life Lessons
Author: Melissa Benn
Publisher: Verso Books
ISBN: 1788732227
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
A radical agenda to make our education system fit for the twenty-first century Our education system has been damaged by politicians who have arrogantly imposed a regime of market-driven reforms. It is time to reframe education as an essential public good, one arising from a hunger to find more engaging ways to learn and the powerful imperative to make our society genuinely equal. In this timely and provocative essay, Melissa Benn argues for a National Education Service. Like the NHS, the NES would provide the framework for a life-long entitlement to education: from early-years provision to apprenticeships, universities and adult education. It should be free at the point of delivery. It should nurture teachers and scholarship, moving beyond an obsession with exam results to create fully rounded, questioning citizens. Its eventual aim should be an integrated, comprehensive system available to all.
Publisher: Verso Books
ISBN: 1788732227
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
A radical agenda to make our education system fit for the twenty-first century Our education system has been damaged by politicians who have arrogantly imposed a regime of market-driven reforms. It is time to reframe education as an essential public good, one arising from a hunger to find more engaging ways to learn and the powerful imperative to make our society genuinely equal. In this timely and provocative essay, Melissa Benn argues for a National Education Service. Like the NHS, the NES would provide the framework for a life-long entitlement to education: from early-years provision to apprenticeships, universities and adult education. It should be free at the point of delivery. It should nurture teachers and scholarship, moving beyond an obsession with exam results to create fully rounded, questioning citizens. Its eventual aim should be an integrated, comprehensive system available to all.