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- Book Review: Plain Living: A Quaker Path to Simplicity - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from John AOVAmazon.com Review Catherine Whitmire's book of contemporary and historic Quaker voices reads like an antidote to consumer-driven despair. We all know the spiritual downfall of compulsively acquiring material goods (or what Quakers refer to as "cumber"); how it leads to a frantic-paced ...
Views: 1199 - Book Review: The Road Less Traveled - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2014 from M. Scott PeckPerhaps no book in this generation has had a more profound impact on our intellectual and spiritual lives than The Road Less Traveled. With sales of more than seven million copies in the United States and Canada, and translations into more than twenty-three languages, it has made publishing ...
Views: 1197 - Book Review: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from John AOVAmazon.com Review "What is 'effectiveness' in a family?" asks author Steven R. Covey. He promptly answers with four words: "a beautiful family culture." Building this culture is the primary theme of Covey's parenting guide, a manual based on concepts introduced in his blockbuster, The 7 ...
Views: 1194 - Nobel Laureate Orhan Pamuk - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Anju BatraThe winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature 2006, Orhan Pamuk is a gifted Turkish novelist who has spent most of his life living in Istanbul. Pamuk was born in 1952 to wealthy parents, he has described his life in the captivating memoirs ‘Istanbul: Memories and the City’, translated in 2005 into ...
Views: 1193 - Travel Around The World With Books - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Phanse AshishEvery journey makes us wiser about the world and as we set out exploring the world around us, we embark on a journey that is unique, new and truly exciting. This is one of the instances where being ignorant could be advantageous. There is an adage that states that irrespective of how you travel; ...
Views: 1192(2 votes) - Market Samurai Directions - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2012 from Bryan KnowltonDo not you dislike what happens when one buys some products and after that figure out that it’ll take Einstein to understand how to use these? Often the product is great, though the guidelines appear to be gibberish while other tools are shitty though the guidance are top- notch. Observing a ...
Views: 1191 - Book Review: Coming Apart: Why Relationships End and How to Live Through the Ending of Yours - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from John AOVAmazon.com Review Clearly, one of the most complicated and devastating experiences of life, next to the death of a loved one, is the death of a relationship. Daphne Rose Kingma offers a process and a way of examining relationships that is not only healing and helpful through the process and ...
Views: 1190 - An excerpt from Unstuck: One Heroine’s Journey of Art and the Courage to Live on Purpose - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2016 from Vicki ToddHere’s Where My Heroine’s Journey Actually Began The bathroom floor. I found myself kneeling there quietly praying and sobbing in 1998, my husband sleeping in our adjacent bedroom. That was the year of my Seven-Year Itch. I always joke that my Seven-Year Itch came in the form of my mother ...
Views: 1189(1 vote) - Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE (an extract from the new novel 'Stirling' ) - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE (an extract from the new novel 'Stirling' ) Category (key words): Hope, New books, Stirling, Quotations, Inspirational Quotes, Thoughts, “Inspiration, Spiritual", Inspirational Writings. The submitter's blog (with extracts from his ...
Views: 1189 - Better By Mistake: The Unexpected Benefits of Being Wrong Reviewed By Norm Goldman of Bookpleasures.com - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Norm GoldmanAuthor: Alina Tugend Publisher: Riverhead Books ISBN: 978-1-59448-785-9 Inspired by a mistake she had made in a column for the New York Times, journalist Alina Tugend was motivated to pursue extensive research into the subject matter of mistakes and the culmination led to her fascinating ...
Views: 1187 - Book Review: Freeing the Soul from Fear - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from John AOVAmazon.com Review: Robert Sardello is considered a leading philosopher on the soul, having inspired both Thomas Moore's and James Hillman's writings. Once again he departs from common spiritual assumptions in this intelligent and smoothly written handbook, Freeing the Soul from Fear. One of the ...
Views: 1187 - Planning Your Publicity In 2008 - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Penny SansevieriIt’s a great time to plan your publicity for 2008. With all the talk about the immediacy of a story, and the unbelievable speed that news pieces make it onto TV and radio, we often forget that for most media, lead times are crucial. Lead times can vary from a day to six months, depending ...
Views: 1183 - Book Review: Wherever You Go, There You Are - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Jon Kabat-ZinnAmazon.com Review In his follow-up to Full Catastrophe Living--a book in which he presented basic meditation techniques as a way of reducing stress and healing from illness--here Jon Kabat-Zinn goes much more deeply into the practice of meditation for its own sake. To Kabat-Zinn, meditation ...
Views: 1182 - Book Review: Run With The Bulls Without Getting Trampled - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2007 from Mary Gormandy WhiteI have long believed that success in business and in life is a function of perspective and mindset. Run With the Bulls Without Getting Trampled by Tim Irwin, Ph.D. illustrates this more clearly than any other publication I have ever read. This book is a must-read for individuals who are ...
Views: 1181 - The World of Fiction Books - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from BAKUL SIKRIThe world of books carries the grace to provide one an enriching knowledgeable experience. This world takes one to undefined yet exciting destinations where one is acquainted with different characters and situations, with which they can identify themselves. There are different kinds of books ...
Views: 1181 - Are You Unable To Carry Out The Writing Process Of Management Dissertation Proposal? - by Submitted on May 19, 2012 from Donna SantosYou have chosen a thesis title but you are afraid that it might get rejected… Is there any other way to know whether you have chosen a good research area or not? Yes there is… through management dissertation proposal… The thesis task is the first step towards your thesis. This type of ...
Views: 1178 - Paulo Coelho – Brazil Author - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Anju BatraPaulo Coelho was born in Rio De Janiero, Brazil. He understood his calling as a writer; however his parents disagreed. He was growing up as a non-conformist and a maverick when his parents decided to have him confined to a mental institution. It was that age when non-conformists were provided ...
Views: 1177 - The Happy Child Guide Review – Can This Parenting Program Help You To Become A Better Parent? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2011 from Jerry GardnerBeing a parent can be tough especially for new parents. You can experience difficulties in raising your child. Just imagine if you are telling something to your child and what you get is defiance. If your efforts are not working, you probably need a parenting program that can guide you through ...
Views: 1176 - Best Relationship Break Up Advice - Surviving A Relationship Break Up - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2016 from Tiemo DonaldFor those that wish to fasten a broken relationship there is excellent and terrible news. Best relationship break up advice; No matter how bad your relationship is it can be repaired, that's the good news. The bad news is you cannot do it alone. Both parties have to be dedicated and working ...
Views: 1174 - Book About Franchising In Kazakhstan Published By Beknur Kissikov - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Ann FriendsoulNew book “Franchising in Kazakhstan” released on January 2008. For the first time in Central Asian and Caucasus region has been published the book that highlights the domestic franchising. Annual turnover of franchising market In Kazakhstan is estimated at $ 500 million for 2007. ...
Views: 1174 - Review: Soul of Big Business Marshall - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Norm GoldmanAuthor: Paula Marshall Publisher: Yorkshire Publishing ISBN: 9780881443264 CEO since 1985 of the Bama Companies, Paula Marshall has extensive experience in handling the company's internal and external issues. Her company must be doing something right, if it has been in existence since the ...
Views: 1171 - Apple’s iBooks 2 Offers a Bright Long term to Residence Education - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from Adolfo BoliekYou'll find two routes to dwelling education these days: the conventional home schooling route, the place the guardian usually requires for the part of principal, instructional designer, and trainer. For a regular house education father or mother, the burden of creating a curriculum and lesson ...
Views: 1170 - Benefits of buying online - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2017 from fav kartThe pattern of shopping on the web in the course of the most recent decade has kept on observing solid additions, with worldwide online deals developing at a yearly rate of 17% by a few records and considerably higher for the Asia-Pacific market. Add up to web-based spending is required to reach ...
Views: 1169 - Book Review: Secrets of the Millionaire Mind - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Stephen Martile“Money is a result, wealth is a result, health is a result, illness is a result, your weight is a result. We live in a world of cause and effect.” ~ T Harv Eker from Secrets of the Millionaire Mind This is a review of the book, Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker. I ...
Views: 1167 - Book Review: Soul Stories - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Gary ZukavAmazon.com Review: One of Gary Zukav's many gifts as a speaker and bestselling writer is his ability to present complicated metaphysical and spiritual themes in a way that is simultaneously down-to-earth and spine-tingling. How does he do it? Through story--the oldest and most powerful form ...
Views: 1167 - Apple’s iBooks 2 Gives a Bright Future to Residence Education - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Keila BerschauerYou'll find two routes to home schooling today: the classic property education route, where the guardian normally requires about the function of principal, instructional designer, and teacher. For your standard household schooling parent, the burden of planning a curriculum and lesson plans ...
Views: 1165 - Author Latoya Dawkins Launches Non-Profit Our Miracle Child to Help Those Who Can't Afford Fertility Treatment - by Submitted on May 11, 2021 from Ian MonroeLatoya Dawkins, an infertility survivor and founder of nonprofit Our Miracle Child provides financial support and patient services for those struggling with infertility, after personally having battled it for 10 years. Her 'aha' moment came after lacking the proper treatment coverage and walking ...
Views: 1165 - Dog Books Fiction for Young Adults - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from David AndrewsThere isn’t a healthier fashion to touch the sentiments and logic of quest of a young reader than with a dog-themed fiction. Below are some of the best works presented in this genre. Because of Winn-Dixie, by Kate DiCamillo A darling of literary awards, this book conveys the story of Opal ...
Views: 1164 - Author Latoya Dawkins Launches Non-Profit Our Miracle Child to Help Those Who Can't Afford Fertility Treatment - by Submitted on May 11, 2021 from Ian MonroeLatoya Dawkins, an infertility survivor and founder of nonprofit Our Miracle Child provides financial support and patient services for those struggling with infertility, after personally having battled it for 10 years. Her 'aha' moment came after lacking the proper treatment coverage and walking ...
Views: 1163 - How to Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life: A Book Review - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2007 from Garry GamberBoth authors of How to Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life are wise, experienced, and have used their own advice with admirable results. Mark Victor Hansen is the co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series of books and is a very popular public speaker. Art Linkletter is the ...
Views: 1162 - Online Shopping: A few Tips For Smart Shopping - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2007 from herry parkerA doll for Diana, watch for Walter and of course a bracelet for your beloved. Well, you need to buy all such stuffs from a reputable store but time is too short to meet your needs. No problem, online shopping is here to help you. Widely recognized for its qualitative service and quick feedback, ...
Views: 1161 - AlterQuest - The Quest For Workable Answers In These Uncertain Times - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2008 from Karen FialaThe book "AlterQuest - THE Alternative Quest for Answers" is subtitled "How to Shape the Future". At the time this book was written it warned of the problems we would face on this planet, if we did not start to change the systems we were using for our civilization. The first part of the book ...
Views: 1160 - E-Books for Writers - A Cheap Alternative to a College Degree - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2016 from James SmithThey say knowledge is power. Gaining knowledge is a tool to help one excel in every aspect of life. Without learning and knowledge, there are no opportunities for one. This is an interesting story about Bob and Bill. Bob and Bill were good childhood friends. They grew up together. They went ...
Views: 1158(2 votes) - Book Review: The Tropical Spa: Asian Secrets of Health, Beauty and Relaxation - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from John AOVAmazon.com Review True to our understanding of the word spa, this is a lush, extravagant book that nourishes the spirit as well as the senses. Unlike the curative focus of European spas with technicians in white lab coats slathering chemical creams on aging faces, Asian spas offer sanctuaries ...
Views: 1157 - Dorian Gray&A Conversation With Oscar Wilde - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Slavica Todorovic*How sad is that! I shall become old, ugly and disgusting .And this picture will stay always young and never be older then this June days.Oh,if only could be opposite! If I could stay young forever, and the picture getting old.! For that-for that i would give everything. For that i would give my ...
Views: 1155 - Will My Ex Boyfriend Come Back To Me - How To Get Him To Come Back To You - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2016 from Tiemo DonaldWill my ex boyfriend come back to me; If you are familiar with the pain of a break up, do you wish you could go back and repair things before it happened? If this is you, here is how you can win your ex back. Keep in mind your ex possibly needs some space right now and so do you. What you should ...
Views: 1154 - Earth's Edge Book Review - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2011 from Alan DetwilerEarth's Edge has what makes science fiction good. The story demonstrates that attitude and perseverance bring about changes that will continually improve mankind's future. Science and the human spirit are the elements that drive progress. We can expect setbacks and difficult times, but the human ...
Views: 1152 - Encounter thrill laced with romance through Romantic suspense novels - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2012 from Jane RosenthalWith a passage of time, not only have books and films evolved, but so have the people who make contributions to these fields through their creative ideas and ingenuity. Today, books as well as films are available in various genres, including romance, thriller and comedy, among others. Because of ...
Views: 1152 - The Book of Happenings - History Books - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Paul SmithHistory deals with findings, collecting, organizing, and presenting information about the past events. After the period of writing originated history was invented. It is a vast area used to examine, analyze and investigate the sequences of the events happened. This detailed analyzes sorts out ...
Views: 1151 - Book Review: My Utmost for His Highest - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from John AOVAmazon.com Review Oswald Chambers, a Scotsman who converted to Christianity in his teens under the ministry of Charles Spurgeon, has been affecting Christians with his devotional words since My Utmost for His Highest was first published in 1935. This acknowledged classic contains 365 daily ...
Views: 1150 - Are You Unable To Carry Out The Selection Process For Dissertation Topic - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Rose TylerGetting serious with your research project is crucial for achieving your college degree and every student is aware of it. However, they often get confused how to perform it? Where can they look for innovative research ideas? How can you determine the key factors that need to be investigated? ...
Views: 1149 - Young adult novels - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Cesar MulerAre young adult readers an endangered species? Studies show the biggest predictor of academic success is not race, income, gender, or parents' education, but the presence of books in the home. Young adult novels provide captivating stories through imaginary worlds and introduce boys and girls to ...
Views: 1146 - Book Review: Power Sleep : The Revolutionary Program That Prepares Your Mind for Peak Performanc - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from John AOVAmazon.com Review Where you start reading this book will probably say a lot about your current station in life. New parents will probably skip right to chapter 12 and the section subtitled "Tips for Exhausted Parents of Newborns, Infants, and Children." Drowsy office workers might go for ...
Views: 1142 - What is Success (from 'The Winning Mind)? - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Craig Lock"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * What is success? I am not going to try to define success. I think a precise definition is impossible! Is it winning a Gold Medal at the Olympic Games or winning Wimbledon, or being awarded a Nobel ...
Views: 1141(8 votes) - Book Review: Kisses from Katie - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2012 from Brenda StephensModern Day Mother Teresa I’m not sure how long I’ve admired Mother Teresa and people like her. People who have a deep desire to help mankind far beyond the average person’s desire. They have a longing, an ache really that cannot be satisfied any other way. Their passion for their mission far ...
Views: 1140 - Book Review: The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari: A Fable About Fulfilling Your Dreams & Reaching Your Destiny - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from John AOVAmazon.com Review Everyone loves a good fable, and this is certainly one. The protagonist is Julian Mantle, a high-profile attorney with a whacked-out schedule and a shameful set of spiritual priorities. Of course it takes a crisis (heart attack) to give Mantle pause. And pause he ...
Views: 1140 - Easy ways to understand your chemistry books - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Paul SmithIn few of the last discussions of ours we have discussed that how we can make various subjects easy for us, but unfortunately at that time we where not available with more of the point related to chemistry. But not to worry at all as today we are here with few more points related to this subject ...
Views: 1139 - The Path To Enlightenment Is Filled With Books: Reading Suggestions From Deepak Chopra - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Andrea KnollDeepak Chopra is perhaps the world’s most popular spiritual guru. He is certainly one of the planet's most prolific authors. But there’s a confusing array of books strewn about on the path to enlightenment. Chopra offers a handy shortcut to the spiritual road Buddha mapped out, selecting ten of ...
Views: 1138(6 votes) - Chetan Bhagat’s – “Five Point Some”: Book Review - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2016 from Byreddy Balaji ReddyChetan Bhagat who is a top-notch novelist in modern India penned down eight novels so far and all of them have hit the market with outstanding success. The most appreciable thing with Chetan is – he focuses on youth related issues and also inculcates them to develop their reading habits. Chetan ...
Views: 1136(1 vote) - Creating A Capital Congress - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2007 from FSB AuthorsIt's not hard to discern how most Americans look at Congress. Whether in public opinion polls or person-in-the-street interviews, citizens regard the national legislators the way they would disliked relatives: They know they have to live with them, but they hope to have as little contact as ...
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