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A lovely gift volume, Saints' Blessings offers meditations and prayers connected to the most beloved saints, including the Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, Saint Francis of Assisi, St. Patrick, and Mother Teresa, as well as 25 others. This book can be used as a daily meditation tool and makes a perfect gift. It features stories and poems about each saint, as well as the blessings and prayers they offer those who pray to them. Including: St. Francis of Assisi's blessings for the animals The Virgin Mary's blessing for an unborn child Mother Teresa's prayer for generosity of spirit St. Patrick's prayer for a bountiful harvest
The secrets and myths surrounding the misunderstood life of Mary Magdalene are revealed in this guide that features a myriad of ways to incorporate this inspiring saint's wisdom and grace into daily life. Original. 45,000 first printing.
With The Everything Mary Magdalene Book , you'll unravel the mystery of the Bible's most misunderstood woman. As an eyewitness to Jesus' resurrection and the turbulent birth of Christianity, Mary Magdalene played a crucial yet unexamined role in the Bible-until now. In this comprehensive investigative guide to the life of Mary Magdalene, you'll explore: Complete and concise analyses of Mary Magdalene in the New Testament Mary Magdalene's appearance in the Gnostic gospels The shaky basis for the interpretation of Mary Magdalene as a repentant prostitute The modern discoveries and representations of Mary Magdalene as a vital follower of Jesus' early movements Mary Magdalene's inspirational role in the world today From her misrepresentation as a fallen woman to her growing impact on modern Christianity, The Everything Mary Magdalene Book details the Bible's most enigmatic of Jesus' followers, putting some myths to rest and bringing the truth to light!
A guide to biblical girls' and boys' names includes information on their origins, meanings, and citations within the Old and New Testament, along with Bible stories that highlight popular Bible characters.
The books of the Bible are not the only ancient writings to tell the stories of Jesus and his followers - other Gnostic texts have also been found as well. The Everything Gnostic Gospels Book provides an overview of Gnosticism and the historical figures who are believed to be the authors: Thomas, James, Mary Magdalene, and others. This accessible guide explores the following questions: What do Gnostics believe? Who were the authors of the Gnostic Gospels? How are the Bible scriptures and Gnostic Gospels different? How are they the same? How were "official" Christian texts chosen? Learn about the different versions of Christianity that battled for supremacy in the first centuries after the death of Jesus. This entertaining and educational book describes each of the Gnostic Gospels, providing insight into the turbulent times of early Christianity as well as the renewed contemporary interest in these mysterious writings.
Eve, the first mother of humankind Bathsheba, King David's illicit love Mary Magdalene, eyewitness to the resurrection of Jesus The Everything Women of the Bible Book examines these luminaries and their illustrious sisters who grace the pages of the Bible. This compelling and easy-to-use guide introduces you to: Adulteresses, Courtesans, Dancers, and Deceivers Women Who Caused Murder The Prophetesses Great Beauties Women Disciples and Followers of Jesus In The Everything Women of the Bible Book , you'll find fascinating and moving stories of women living in extraordinary times. You'll understand more about the popular, often retold Bible stories and you'll discover little-known heroines, queens, wives, disciples, and lovers. And you'll be inspired by their bravery, intelligence, and faith.
A collection of facts, recipes, legends, customs, songs, and trivia about Christmas.
1001 Ways to Do Good offers up ideas on how to make someone else smile—and generate good karma at the same time. From waving hello at a passerby to donating your frequent flyer miles to charity, this book will inspire readers to make a difference. It offers over a thousand ways to make the world a better (and nicer) place: Hold a fundraiser for someone in need; Be a pen pal to a soldier far from home; Endow a scholarship at your favorite institute of higher learning; Read books for the blind; Ride your bike across America to fight lung cancer (www.alaw.org); Rescue a kitten from the shelter; Entertain at your local assisted living facility; Plant a tree; Buy a homeless person lunch; Adopt an orphaned refugee child, and more. This book shows readers that kindness is indeed its own reward.
If you believe it, it will come...that's the Law of Attraction - and this ancient concept is attracting more attention than ever. This book picks up where The Secret leaves off and begins with an exploration of the historical, cultural, and religious presence of the Law of Attraction. The book then draws upon the self-help elements to provide practical strategies on how to retrain the mind to achieve specific life goals. Packed with fun and enlightening exercises and tools, you will learn how to use your thoughts to attract the perfect partner, chart a course for success in career, become a money magnet, banish stress, and more. With an appendix full of self-help worksheets to support you on your journey, you will have all you need to put the Law of Attraction to work for you.
Becoming happier is easier than you think. With this practical, hands-on guide to all things joyful, you can bliss out in no time. You'll learn how to: Lighten uponce and for all Work shorter and play longer Practice pleasing yourself first Attract more fun-friendly people Go from dull routine to dynamic lifestyle Master the pleasure principle Find meaning moment by moment Forgive, forget, and follow your bliss Reinvent your happy selves, one day at a time This book is all you need to be all you can be, happily! starting now.
Love, success, happiness, a long and healthy lifethese are the things the Law of Attraction promises to deliverbut how? It sounds easy enough, but what does it really mean? In this book, you find the practical steps you need to harness the power of the universe and transform your life. Each of the 365 entries provides a simple, concrete action item guaranteed to attract good things into the your life, such as: Use the tarot to attract the perfect romantic partner Learn to say no to the bad so you can say yes to the good Make a wealth poster to attract more success Run a water fountain to stimulate the positive flow of money Use affirmations to boost your healthy energy Meditate to achieve serenity and peace of mind With this engaging, enlightening guide, you find the spiritual path to your wildest dreams, one day at a time!
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Okay, so you are 35 . . . 40 . . . 50 . . . 60 . . . and counting. You’ve got a few laugh lines here, a little cellulite there. And sometimes you can’t remember your own name. But you’re not ready for the old folks’ home yet. With this book, you can look better, feel better, and live better—every day of the year. Inside this comprehensive, practical guide, you’ll find easy things you can do every day to make the rest of your life the best of your life, such as: Fight wrinkles with eel grapes Try the Yab Yum sexual position with your partner tonight Fight cellulite with circuit training Adopt a dog—and walk it every day Learn French—and then book a trip to Paris From superfoods and weight training to memory boosters and real-life aphrodisiacs, these are anti-aging tips and tricks that really work—no matter what your age. Because you’re not getting older, you’re getting stronger, smarter, sexier, thinner, wiser, bolder, happier . . .
Happily married people live longer, healthier, wealthier lives. And they don’t fight any more or less than unhappily married couples. What’s their secret? In this book, you’ll learn the many ways in which couples can build intimacy and reinforce their commitment to one another--every day of the year. Inside this engaging, enlightening handbook, you’ll find easy things you can do every day to make marriage as happy and fulfilled as it can be, such as: #10: Keep one another’s secrets. Relationship experts say that intimacy is strengthened and marriage bonds deepened when couples regard keeping each other’s secrets as a sacred trust. Keeping your word to your spouse makes possible the revealing of vulnerabilities, fears, aspirations, and dreams. #112: Have sex tonight. And again tomorrow night. Couples who have more sex report happier marriages, according to the American Sexual Behavior study conducted by the University of Chicago. #286: Stay friendly when arguing. It’s a given that you can forcefully argue your side, so try switching sides to debate your partner’s viewpoint. Ask your partner to present your side. Call each other by pet names to keep the conversation friendly. From impromptu trysts and new sexual positions to couples’ retreats and joint acts of charity, these are marital tips and tricks that really work--no matter how long you’ve been married.
SPECIAL SHRINKWRAPPED BUNDLE! In order to live a complete, contented life, we need to be happy, well-rested, and have low stress. And with The 365 Ways to Relax Bundle , you can learn quick and easy tips to gain all three! Becoming happier is easier than you think. With 365 Ways to Live Happy , you can bliss out in no time. You will learn how to lighten up, work shorter, play longer, find meaning moment by moment, shake up your dull routine, and more! It's a crazy worldbut you don't have to let it get to you. With 365 Ways to Reduce Stress , you'll find hundreds of ways to reduce your stress level, starting now. With quizzes designed to identify your key stress triggers, you'll learn how to avoid, reduce, and/or eliminate anxiety in your daily life. You'll also master the art of creating and maintaining a sane and serene outlook, no matter what may come your way. And once you have mastered stress and embraced bliss, it's time to hit the sack for a refreshing eight hour rest! 365 Ways to Get a Good Night's Sleep addresses the surprisingly complex issue of sleep in easy-to-tackle steps. This exhaustive guide brings shuteye within reach as it explains how to pay back a sleep debt, nap without throwing off nighttime rest, take a bite out of teeth grinding, and more!
All roads lead to enlightenmentbut the choice of which to travel is yours. From Sedona to Lourdes to Mecca, there are certain divinely blessed places that can inspire you to renew your sense of wonder, revitalize your spirit, and restore your faith. In this book, you'll explore the most illuminating sites around the world, including: The Taj Mahal in India, a stunning palace designed for mourning a lost loveor celebrating a new one Carmel Mission in California, a place of veneration and enlightenment The Shrine of Rumi in Turkey, a monument to the power of passion and poetry The Wailing Wall in Israel, where it is believed you have God's ear when you visit Mount Olympus in Greece, a snow-capped peak that offers serenity and strength With special prayers, meditations, and devotions for each sacred site, this guide is the perfect companion if you are seeking a true journey of the soul.
Happiness is more than a state of mind--it's a lifestyle! And with this book, you can transform your life--and get happy in only 365 days. With daily tips and tried-and-true tactics for every aspect of happiness, you'll reach for the stars--and shine! Monday: Update your resume Tuesday: Volunteer to read books to the blind Wednesday: Take a down-in-the-dumps chum to the circus Thursday: Max out your odds for Mr. Right at your local pub--on Trivia Night Friday: Get out the George Foreman grill and have a BBQ for the whole family indoors Saturday: Join a hiking club and strut your stuff Sunday: Take a sunrise yoga class With this book, you'll have the advice you need to make this the year that you bliss outevery day in every way!
Good health means making good choices every dayand with this book, you can get fit and happy, one choice at a time. With daily advice and tried-and-true tactics for every aspect of health, you'll reach your optimum level of well beingfrom head to toe: Monday: Go meatless on Mondays Tuesday: Do push-ups to strengthen your core Wednesday: Sign up for a foreign language classand stimulate your brain Thursday: Incorporate interval training into your run to build endurance Friday: Take a yoga class to build flexibility Saturday: Play a game of pick-up basketball with your best buds Sunday: Take a nap on the afternoon for some much-needed Zs With this book, you'll have the advice you need to make this the year that you truly do get healthier every day in every way!
The Guide to Manifesting Your Destiny! Finally--you can unlock the secret to your destiny! Using insightful arts like astrology and tarot, you can find out more about your life's path. What's more, you'll master the law of attraction, and use it to: Harness the esoteric power of your soul and karmic numbers Become more aligned with the dynamic energies of the stars and planets Embrace your individual personality type and creativity style Create personal rituals, affirmations, and practices to make the most of each and every day Set the intentions that attract love, prosperity, and abundance The Secret Power of You is all you need to unravel the mysteries of the universe, discover the true meaning of your life, and become everything you were born to be.
Discover the power of doodling! You can draw your way to the life that you've always wanted with Doodle Your Destiny . Written by law of attraction expert Meera Lester, each thought-provoking prompt shows you how something as simple as doodling can manifest your deepest desires. With her guidance, you will draw detailed illustrations of the things you want, allowing you to solidify your intention and ensure that your actions, words, and thoughts are in harmony with accomplishing your aspirations. Whether you're looking to attract the perfect partner, own a bigger house, or find success in your career, this book can help you harness the power of the law of attraction through doodling and make every wish a reality. With Doodle Your Destiny , you can achieve your wildest dreams--one doodle at a time!
Easy exercises for bringing the Law of Attraction into your life! Everything you desire is within your reach. You just need to know how to work with the universe to get what you want. With The Law of Attraction Made Easy , you will learn how to make your intentions crystal clear to draw happiness, success, and love into your life. More than fifty simple exercises will teach you how you can shift your thoughts to bring more positive and happy experiences, and through transformational thinking, radically change your life. As you incorporate the Law of Attraction into your daily life, you'll easily connect with the universe to produce the experiences, relationships, and things you desire--the perfect partner, a satisfying career, robust health, or peace of mind.
Experience a moment of peace anywhere with this beautiful, pocket-sized book that can help calm your mind and focus your thoughts throughout your busy days. Today’s hectic world is so full of distractions that it can often be overwhelming and draining. My Pocket Meditations offers you a portable pause button to temporarily turn off the noise and focus on what you truly need in the moment. You’ll learn the basic concepts of meditation and how to meditate, including various methods of meditating and how to use objects in meditation. Then you can choose from 125 meditations on more than a dozen topics including peace, love, friendship, hope, prosperity, and willpower. These quick yet powerful exercises allow for increased mindfulness and awareness. My Pocket Meditations helps you to ignore the distractions for a few minutes and take on the day with a calm, clear mind and fresh purpose.
This beautiful, inspiring book features 160 impactful, practical ways to transform everyday tasks into enjoyable, indulgent moments that reduce stress and leave you feeling balanced, connected, and ready to take on the day. In Rituals for Life , you’ll discover how to transform everyday activities such as waking, bathing, eating, and walking into mindfulness exercises. With 160 rituals throughout, you’ll learn how to infuse meaning into your daily life and improve your sense of health, empowerment, peace, prosperity, gratitude, intentionality, groundedness, and renewal. Examples of rituals include: -Greet the dawn -Walk through green space to reflect, refresh, and restore healthy well-being -Heat or cool your body with Ayurvedic spices -Use your breath to find bliss -Create a personal ceremony to bless your healthy body and creative mind Within each chapter, you’ll find suggested ritual sequences to further guide and structure your days. You’ll also discover how to select rituals from the book to create your own unique routines that fit your mood, needs, interests, and desires. With Rituals for Life , you’ll transform mundane tasks into inspiring, enriching ways to savor life and enhance your overall well-being.
Discover simple ways to live a more purposeful, peaceful, and enjoyable life with this empowering guidebook to intentional and mindful living. It’s time to put intention behind all of your actions and live a focused and fearless life! In this accessible guide, you’ll learn easy ways to infuse everyday activities—from waking and bathing to eating and walking—with a sense of purpose. Each act is designed to improve your sense of health, peace, prosperity, gratitude, and renewal. Examples include: —Eliminate thoughts of what is lacking —Move past perfection —Fire up your authentic voice —Strengthen love bonds —Learn to be precise Each chapter contains ritual sequences to help you carry your intentions throughout your day. With a wide and varied range of activities, you’ll be able to create a unique routine to fit every mood, need, interest, and desire. With How to Live with Intention , you’ll transform ordinary tasks into purposeful ways to relish each moment, live your best life, and experience true happiness.
A guide to 200 sacred, spirit-awakening, and restorative destinations—as well as inspiring quotes, key travel information, and special healing exercises to complete at each location—to start your journey to spiritual wellness. There’s power in places! From Sedona, Lourdes, or even Tulum, this wellness-focused guide will show you the best sites to visit to get in touch with your spiritual side. Find inspiration with quotes from renowned spiritual leaders, enjoy full-color photos to help you prepare your travel wish list, learn more about legendary locations around the world, and start planning your next trip today. Mourn a lost love—or celebrate a new one—at the Taj Mahal, summon strength from the mountains on Machu Picchu, and uncover the fortitude to make your dreams come true at the Bighorn Medicine Wheel—and much more! Discover the perfect trip for every circumstance, or just travel to unwind and reconnect with yourself. With healing wellness activities to complete at each location, this guide is the perfect way to jumpstart your spiritual travels and seek out a unique and transformative experience.
Incorporating self-care into your busy schedule has never been easier with this helpful, organized planner—including prompts, reminders, and checklists, so you can make your well-being a top priority. Set your self-care intentions and make time to achieve them! The Self-Care Planner helps you choose your wellness goals, offering weekly reminders, inspiration, and tracking so you can create a self-care routine—and stick to it. Focusing on all aspects of your mind, body, and spirit, this planner offers reminders to unplug and take mental breaks, as well as helps you set and track your physical intentions and provides journaling prompts to connect with your spiritual side. Whether you crave more time for yourself or are simply searching for better physical health, peace of mind, or more play time, this planner can help make that happen.