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True North Groups
by Bill George Douglas M. BakerAll too often, we find ourselves forced to confront life's challenges on our own. What we need is an intimate group with whom we can examine our beliefs and share our lives. For the past thirty-five years, Bill George and Doug Baker have found the answer in True North Groups--small groups that gather regularly to explore members' greatest challenges. These groups provide opportunities for the honest conversations essential to develop the self-awareness, compassion, emotional intelligence, and authenticity required to be inspired human beings and inspiring leaders. "At various times," George and Baker write, "a True North Group will function as a nurturer, a grounding rod, a truth teller, and a mirror. At other times the group functions as a challenger or an inspirer. When people are wracked with self-doubts, it helps build their courage and ability to cope." Drawing on recent research in psychology and sociology, George and Baker explain why these groups are so critical to our personal and professional success. They cover every detail from choosing members, establishing norms, and dealing with conflicts to evaluating progress and deciding when it's time to restructure. True North Groups provides a wealth of practical resources, including suggested topics for the first twelve meetings advice on facilitating groups, techniques to evaluate group satisfaction, and much more. For the millions of people who are searching for greater meaning and intimacy in their lives, this book will help them to grow as leaders and as people--and to stay on course to their True North.
True Purpose: 12 Strategies For Discovering The Difference You Are Meant To Make
by Tim KelleyDo you feel that there is something significant you're meant to do? Do you long to have more impact? In True Purpose, you will discover 12 proven methods to find the unique, individual purpose that is authentically you. Your purpose isn't a single, vague purpose statement; it is a precise and detailed map for living a deeply fulfilling, powerful and passionate life. Through practical exercises and inspiring examples, Tim guides you to uncover the deepest truth of who you are. Let your path unfold and lead you to a life of fulfillment, success and meaning!
True Refuge: Finding Peace and Freedom in Your Own Awakened Heart
by Tara BrachHow do you cope when facing life-threatening illness, family conflict, faltering relationships, old trauma, obsessive thinking, overwhelming emotion or inevitable loss? If you're like most people, chances are you react with fear and confusion, falling back on timeworn strategies: anger, self-judgement and addictive behaviours. Though these old, conditioned attempts to control our life may offer fleeting relief, ultimately they leave us feeling isolated and mired in pain.There is another way. Beneath the turbulence of our thoughts and emotions exists a profound stillness, a silent awareness capable of limitless love. Tara Brach, author of the award-winning Radical Acceptance, calls this awareness our true refuge, because it is available to every one of us, at any moment, no exceptions. In this book, Brach offers a practical guide to finding our inner sanctuary of peace and wisdom in the midst of difficulty.Based on a fresh interpretation of the three classic Buddhist gateways to freedom - truth, love and awareness - True Refuge shows us the way not just to heal our suffering, but also to cultivate our capacity for genuine happiness. Through spiritual teachings, guided meditations and inspirational stories of people who discovered loving presence during times of great struggle, Brach invites us to connect more deeply with our own inner life, one another and the world around us.True Refuge is essential reading for anyone encountering hardship or crisis, anyone dedicated to a path of spiritual awakening. The book reminds us of our own innate intelligence and goodness, making possible an enduring trust in ourselves and our lives. We realize that what we seek is within us, and regardless of circumstances, 'There is always a way to take refuge in a healing and liberating presence.'
True Riches: What Jesus Really Said About Money and Your Heart
by John Cortines Gregory BaumerHow Are Your Finances Shaping Your Heart?Jesus knew that how we think about money shapes our character. Our approach can make us more like him—full of contentment, purpose, and freedom—or it can cause a tragic separation from God and the joy he offers. We need a firm foundation for faith and finances. In True Riches, John Cortines and Gregory Baumer invite us to experience four transformations in our financial lives, moving frompride to gratitude so that we see everything as a gift;coveting to contentment so that we spend wisely;anxiety to trust so that we save appropriately; andindifference to love so that we give extravagantly.Full of scripture, personal stories, and practical application, True Riches offers a clear path away from the empty pursuit of wealth and into more intimate relationship with God.All author proceeds donated to charity.
The True Secret of Writing: Connecting Life with Language
by Natalie GoldbergSit. Walk. Write. These are the barest bones of Natalie Goldberg's revolutionary writing and life practice, which she presents here in book form for the first time. A whole new slant on writing that she developed since the publication of her classic Writing Down the Bones, True Secret workshops have been limited until now to small, intensive groups at a remote center in the rural Southwest. In The True Secret of Writing, Goldberg makes this popular seminar available to any reader. The True Secret is for everyone, like eating and sleeping. It allows you to discover something real about your life, to mine the rich awareness in your mind, and to ground and empower yourself. Goldberg guides you through your own personal or group retreat, illuminating the steps of sitting in silent open mind, walking anchored to the earth, and writing without criticism. Just as Goldberg cuts through her students' resistance with her no-nonsense instruction--"Shut up and write"--the True Secret cuts to the core of realizing yourself and your world. The capstone to forty years of teaching, The True Secret of Writing is Goldberg's Zen boot camp, her legacy teaching. Stories of Natalie's own search for truth and clarity and her students' breakthroughs and insights give moving testament to how brilliantly her unique, tough-love method works. Beautiful homages to the work of other great teachers and observers of mind, life, and love provide further secrets and inspiration to which readers will return again and again. In her inimitable way, Goldberg will inspire you to pick up the pen, get writing, and keep going. The True Secret of Writing will help you with your writing--and your life.
The True Secret of Writing
by Natalie GoldbergSit. Walk. Write. These are the barest bones of Natalie Goldberg's revolutionary writing and life practice, which she presents here in book form for the first time. A whole new slant on writing that she developed since the publication of her classic Writing Down the Bones, True Secret workshops have been limited until now to small, intensive groups at a remote center in the rural Southwest. In The True Secret of Writing, Goldberg makes this popular seminar available to any reader. The True Secret is for everyone, like eating and sleeping. It allows you to discover something real about your life, to mine the rich awareness in your mind, and to ground and empower yourself. Goldberg guides you through your own personal or group retreat, illuminating the steps of sitting in silent open mind, walking anchored to the earth, and writing without criticism. Just as Goldberg cuts through her students' resistance with her no-nonsense instruction--"Shut up and write"--the True Secret cuts to the core of realizing yourself and your world. The capstone to forty years of teaching, The True Secret of Writing is Goldberg's Zen boot camp, her legacy teaching. Stories of Natalie's own search for truth and clarity and her students' breakthroughs and insights give moving testament to how brilliantly her unique, tough-love method works. Beautiful homages to the work of other great teachers and observers of mind, life, and love provide further secrets and inspiration to which readers will return again and again. In her inimitable way, Goldberg will inspire you to pick up the pen, get writing, and keep going. The True Secret of Writing will help you with your writing--and your life.
True Self, True Wealth
by Daisy Reese Price Cobbs Peter ColeTrue wealth requires more than just a healthy bank account. True Self, True Wealth takes a "holistic" approach to working with money by offering an inspirational and practical guide to developing self-knowledge and spiritual maturity, along with material wealth and financial security. The emerging field of neuroeconomics confirms that our emotions are a primary influence on our economic choices. authors Peter Cole and Daisy reese offer a revolutionary approach to improving your economic status by identifying your own "Money Script" -- a distinctive approach to understanding and working with personal money issues. The ten money scripts teach how to reconstruct a healthy, prosperous relationship to finances that ensures an abundant, secure future for yourself and your family. Inspiring quotes from spiritual teachers and financial gurus, entertaining exercises and illustrative examples, a helpful outline of a financial journey toward security and happiness, as well as practical and comprehensive financial planning for a lifetime provide the tools necessary for traveling the path to true wealth.
True Spirituality: Becoming a Romans 12 Christian
by Chip IngramA launching pad for your spiritual journey, this inspiring book provides clear, specific, and practical guidelines for becoming a Christian who lives like Christ.Christians today live in a world that is activity heavy and relationship light. The result is spiritual emptiness. We struggle to know what God wants from us and for us . . . and we’re unsure what a real relationship with God really looks like. But that was never God’s idea. HIS idea of faith is not about rules or religion— it’s about relationship. That’s where God tells us to start. In Romans 12, God gives us a clear picture of what Christians should look like at the root level. If you’re ready to move from “in” to “all in,” then you’re ready to become a Romans 12 Christian. The next steps of your journey toward true spirituality start here.
True Stories about Moms: A tribute to maternal wisdom and strength (Cup of Comfort Stories)
by Colleen SellIs your mom your best friend? Or your biggest fan? Your loyal confidante? No matter what she means to you, Mom is always the one you turn to when you need a shoulder to cry on, sound advice, and unconditional love. And there's no better way to pay tribute to the most exceptional woman in your life than with True Stories about Moms. Inside, you'll meet three stories that celebrate the mother-child bond by sharing heartfelt and personal stories.
True Stories about Nurses: A tribute to empathy and humanity (Cup of Comfort Stories)
by Colleen SellThe kindness and skill of a good nurse is critical to the healing process. Every day, nurses help us when we are at our most vulnerable—and every day they make enormous differences in our lives. These three stories in True Stories about Nurses remind you that there’s nothing more healing than a soft touch, a warm voice, and a capable hand. These stories are a small way to say thank you to dedicated nurses everywhere.
True Stories about Sisters: A tribute to sisterly devotion (Cup of Comfort Stories)
by Colleen SellNo one knows you as a woman quite like your sister does—no matter your differences, rivalries, or how far apart you may drift over time. You confide in each other, share your most intimate secrets, and depend on each other for support and guidance when everyone else in your lives disappoints you. The three stories in True Stories about Sisters celebrate the special relationship that only sisters share. You’ll relate to how these sisters care for one another through good times and bad, providing advice and a reassuring hug when they are needed most.
True Stories about Teachers: Real-life inspiration and motivation in the classroom (Cup of Comfort Stories)
by Colleen SellVirtually everyone can recall a special teacher, coach, or mentor who opened his or her eyes to a new outlook on life. Teachers guide us to read, write, imagine, explore, and understand; they teach us to count, and they teach us what counts in life. Teachers touch millions of young lives every day with their dedication, passion, and generosity. The three stories in True Stories about Teachers offer you a way to repay our devoted educators.
True Stories of Courage: A tribute in honor, endurance, and endeavor (Cup of Comfort Stories)
by Colleen SellIn True Stories of Courage, you’ll find the heroines and heroes who have transformed the lives of everyone who knows them. These three stories will kindle your spirit and offer you hope whenever you need it. It’s nothing less than a supporting friend a powerful mentor in times of struggle—and triumph.
True Stories of Friendship: A tribute to love and loyalty (Cup of Comfort Stories)
by Colleen SellThere are few things that should be cherished more than your friendships. Lifelong friends can turn joyous occasions into priceless memories that last forever-and friends can provide you with much-needed comfort and support during the most troubling, difficult times. The three stories in True Stories of Friendship celebrate the special bonds that only friends share. Savor the warmth of these stories with the people who are nearest and dearest to you.
True Stories of Inspiration: To soothe your soul and lift your spirits (Cup of Comfort Stories)
by Colleen SellLike a cup of hot tea or coffee on a cold morning, the three stories in True Stories of Inspiration will warm your heart, lighten your mood, and rouse you to move mountains. In each of these stories, you’ll share in the blessings and triumphs of ordinary folks just like yourself. True Stories of Inspiration offers uplifting stories of people making a different—just right for anyone who can use a sip of comfort from time to time.
True Success: A New Philosophy Of Excellence
by Tom MorrisTom Morris is the Notre Dame philosophy professor whose classes have become a campus legend and whose nationwide speaking engagements have brought a new ethics of excellence to the business world. Now he reveals in a wise and joyous book how the pursuit of true success leads to genuine achievement--and genuine happiness. He offers a framework for success that he calls "The 7 Cs"--seven basic concepts that are essential to meeting life's challenges. And he creates realistic guidelines for putting our beliefs into practice and making our goals become realities. <p>,p> He doesn't just shed new light on old problems--he sheds old light on new problems, referring to the great thinkers of the past and revealing the continuing importance of their message in the world of today. With down-to-earth humor and honesty, Tom Morris offers us a renaissance of values--and possibility of deep, lasting fulfillment in work, love, and play.
True Tales of Kitty Love
by Jo Coudert Jennifer Basye SanderA heartwarming collection of stories about the cats and the lives they’ve touched around them, previously published in the anthology The Little Book of Puppy LoveSometimes, animals come into our lives just when we need them most. In these true stories about the powerful connections between people and their cats, Jo Coudert and Jennifer Basye Sander uncover the simple joys of loving and being loved by our favorite feline companions.In this book you’ll meet the lost cat who comforts a grieving woman, the orange tabby with psychic abilities, the purring kitten rescued from a freeway overpass, the litter of strays who made “cat people” out of their resistant owners, and many, many more.These animals don’t just bring us comfort—they save our lives. Coudert and Sander celebrate the everyday miracles that happen when we form bonds with animals.This new edition combines charming stories into a perfect collection for anyone who melts at every kitty meow.
True Tales of Puppy Love
by Jo Coudert Jennifer Basye SanderA heartwarming collection of stories about the dogs and the lives they’ve touched around them, previously published in the anthology The Little Book of Puppy LoveSometimes, animals come into our lives just when we need them most. In these true stories about the powerful connections between people and their dogs, Jo Coudert and Jennifer Basye Sander uncover the simple joys of loving and being loved by our four-legged companions.In this book you’ll meet the German shepherd with a special sense for comforting the sick; the bacon-hungry dog who’s perfected her puppy eyes, the white toy poodle who grieves with his owner, and many, many more.These animals don’t just bring us comfort—they save our lives. Coudert and Sander celebrate the everyday miracles that happen when we form bonds with animals.This new edition combines charming stories into a perfect collection for anyone who loves nothing more than sloppy dog kisses.
True Tales of the Paranormal: Hauntings, Poltergeists, Near Death Experiences, and Other Mysterious Events
by Kimberly MoltoThere are things in this world that we cannot explain, and occurrences that make us ponder the very nature of our existence. True Tales of the Paranormal is an intriguing examination of reincarnation, premonitions, and other spooky inexplicables from a scientific perspective, exploring modern scientific theories and current research. The author also provides suggestions on how to deal with paranormal experiences and where to go for help and information. Even readers who have never had psychic experiences will be drawn into the lives of those who have and will be left questioning the world as we know it.
True to You: A Therapist's Guide to Stop Pleasing Others and Start Being Yourself
by Dr Kathleen Smith'A beautiful blend of storytelling, science and practical tools. Smith uses her expertise to introduce true boundary setting tools to build (and rebuild) our relationships to others and ourselves.' Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair PlayWhen's the last time you felt as composed as you portray to your boss, family and friends? If there's a discord between the two, you're not alone. Humans are master pretenders - we often seem stronger, calmer and more mature than we really are, while the truth is we're full of doubts and self-criticism that pushes us to borrow reassurance from friends, beliefs from strangers on the internet, or attention that, in the moment, makes us feel successful, but leaves us totally hollow and burnt out. Dr. Smith uses examples from her own life and the lives of her therapy patients to explain how we borrow confidence, calmness and beliefs from our relationships and offers solutions and steps for building a life with our own best-thinking. She also unpacks the science of our social nature, explaining why we're so focused on others and teaching us how to interrupt anxious relationship patterns. If a reader is unsure if the career path they're on is one they want to stay on, Dr. Smith will show them how to redefine what a successful career means to them. If they only feel steady when overfunctioning for others, she'll help them learn how to let others be responsible for themselves. By the end of the book, readers will have learnt to stop people-pleasing and be armed with a new set of principles and a new sense of self, ready to stand strong in the face of any challenge.
True to You: A Therapist's Guide to Stop Pleasing Others and Start Being Yourself
by Dr Kathleen Smith'A beautiful blend of storytelling, science and practical tools. Smith uses her expertise to introduce true boundary setting tools to build (and rebuild) our relationships to others and ourselves.' Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair PlayWhen's the last time you felt as composed as you portray to your boss, family and friends? If there's a discord between the two, you're not alone. Humans are master pretenders - we often seem stronger, calmer and more mature than we really are, while the truth is we're full of doubts and self-criticism that pushes us to borrow reassurance from friends, beliefs from strangers on the internet, or attention that, in the moment, makes us feel successful, but leaves us totally hollow and burnt out. Dr. Smith uses examples from her own life and the lives of her therapy patients to explain how we borrow confidence, calmness and beliefs from our relationships and offers solutions and steps for building a life with our own best-thinking. She also unpacks the science of our social nature, explaining why we're so focused on others and teaching us how to interrupt anxious relationship patterns. If a reader is unsure if the career path they're on is one they want to stay on, Dr. Smith will show them how to redefine what a successful career means to them. If they only feel steady when overfunctioning for others, she'll help them learn how to let others be responsible for themselves. By the end of the book, readers will have learnt to stop people-pleasing and be armed with a new set of principles and a new sense of self, ready to stand strong in the face of any challenge.
True to You: A Therapist's Guide to Stop Pleasing Others and Start Being Yourself
by Kathleen SmithA Guide to The Theory and Practice of Creating Authentic RelationshipsWhen’s the last time you felt as composed as you portray to your boss, family and friends? If there’s a discord between the two, you’re not alone. Humans are master pretenders—we often seem stronger, calmer and more mature than we really are, while the truth is we’re full of doubts and self-criticism that pushes us to borrow reassurance from friends, beliefs from strangers on the internet, or attention that, in the moment, makes us feel successful, but leaves us totally hollow and burnt out. True to You is a relatable self-help guide for people who want to learn to live less focused on others’ reactions and more confidently by their own principles. Readers will learn how to: · Interrupt relationship patterns that keep you stuck. · Rely less on praise and approval from others. · Develop a solid sense of self in anxious times. · Build more authentic and rewarding relationships. Dr. Smith uses examples from the lives of her therapy clients to explain how we borrow confidence, calmness, and beliefs from our relationships and offers actionable steps and exercises for building a life with your own best-thinking. With a healthy dose of humor, she unpacks the science of our social nature, explaining why we try so hard to be what others want us to be and how we can start living from the inside out. By learning how to be more responsible for yourself, rather than over-responsible for everyone else, you can find the freedom to develop richer relationships, pursue what’s important to you, and feel steadier in this very anxious world.
True Wealth: 9 Lessons from a Grandfather on Happiness and Abundance
by Ken HondaNew lessons on success and abundance from the author of the international bestseller Happy Money, founded on Zen principles and delivered in a spirit of compassion, freedom, and joy.Embark on a transformative adventure with Kei as he unravels his grandfather&’s legacy, one letter at a time.Upon the passing of his grandfather, Kei inherits a series of nine letters covering 80 years of his grandfather&’s learned wisdom. Each unveils an important lesson about what&’s most important in life—achieving a joyous and successful life beyond material wealth.Motivated by these letters, 20-year-old Kei begins an introspective international journey—from Tokyo to Hokkaido to Bangkok, Bhutan, and beyond—to learn about his grandfather&’s past. Readers follow Kei along this path as he absorbs the essence of each lesson and its fundamental value.Readers will explore:· The value of failure to propel us forward· The power of determination to chart our course· The opportunity we have, every day, to choose actions that will change our lives· The intricate balance between money and true abundance· And much moreWith every letter, Kei's worldview expands, leading him closer to understanding his grandfather's legacy and the profound meaning of true wealth. The letters invite readers to contemplate the meaning of wealth beyond financial abundance and propel them toward a life rich in happiness, purpose, and authentic connection.