A book of meditations and reflections for those seeking direction and empowerment, from Peabody- and Emmy-winning journalist/producer, New York Times best-selling author, and NBC News special anchor Maria Shriver
As a prominent woman juggling many roles, Maria Shriver knows just how hectic and stressful everyday life can be. In this candid and heartfelt book, Shriver offers up the lessons she’s learned along the way and the meditations she’s kept by her side as a touchstone for the challenges that arise. The quotes, Scriptures, prayers, and reflections within are meant to encourage empowerment, accomplishment, and forward mobility in women of all ages.
I’ve Been Thinking… is an intimate devotional, ideal for those transitioning into the prime of their lives, who want to slow down, breathe, and take life one day at a time. Whether you’re devoting attention to being a full-time caregiver, beginning a new career, starting your own business, or something in between, this accessible book is for anyone who needs a reminder that taking a moment (or two!) to center yourself is the first step on that path.
Beautiful–Inside and Out This is a beautiful book, both inside and out. Maria touches on what really makes life meaningful and reflects on what is needed to live a life that matters. I especially resonated with her thoughts about entering a new phase of motherhood–one that requires letting go of the ties to our children as they venture on their own. What I like most about this book is that you can open it to any page and instantly find bits of wisdom that will guide you through your daily life.
A book for meditation, reflection, and gifting to others In this personal, honest book, Maria Shriver welcomes us into her thought processes, her life, and what sheâs learned. While reading my review copy, I felt as if sheâd invited me over for a cup of tea to talk about her life. The book contained so many pearls of wisdom from her, and from countless other deep thinkersâpoets, philosophers, and moreâpeople of diverse faiths, beliefs, and professions, who offered words that we can all live by. Written in short readable chapters with Shriverâs own…
This book feels like an oasis of peace in the swirl of a … Iâve never read a book that resonated with me on such a personal level. I struggle to understand why, and what I keep coming back to is that all-too frequently this world we live in has me feeling overloaded, overwhelmed, and off-kilter. This book feels like an oasis of peace in the swirl of a hurricane. I savored many of the chapters, and found that Mariaâs words kept bringing me âback to center.â Iâve Been Thinking is, quite simply, a wonderful book, and it will be a permanent fixture on my…