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Prayers for Hard Times: Reflections, Meditations and Inspirations of Hope and Comfort

The simple act of praying

Wisdom, inspiration and prayer: As recent scientific research shows, the simple act of praying can be emotionally, spiritually, and even physically healing. With Prayers for Hard Times, author Becca Anderson offers solace in bringing together the wisdom of great thinkers, spiritual leaders and writers who have faced difficulty and learned from it.

Sacred and inspirational sources: Organized in daybook form, the book draws from sacred sources such as the Bible, the Torah, Buddhist and Native American texts, as well as inspirational writings of:

Joan DidionElizabeth GilbertMaya AngelouRumiMark NepoHarriet TubmanDave EggarsAbraham LincolnAnne Morrow LindbergMartin Luther King Jr.

Consolation and renewal: Together, these wise words create a tapestry of consolation and renewal for those times when it all seems “too much.” In a world that feels increasingly fragile and, at times, fractured, people need answers and prayers. Becca Anderson’s collection focuses on prayers for a wide range of life challenges, from the personal to the global. Prayers for Hard Times covers issues facing individuals such as loss of loved ones, illness, anxiety, divorce, depression and addiction, as well as those challenges communities face in natural disasters and violence. The writers in Anderson’s devotional address the world at large, as well, with words of hope and help for global poverty, hunger, war and the environmental. Prayers for Hard Times offers readers solace, comfort, and support, drawing from the wisdom of every era, every major faith and tradition, and the important voices of those who have lived through such experiences themselves.

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Daily Writing Resilience: 365 Meditations & Inspirations for Writers

Chances are, whether you’re a seasoned author or an aspiring scribe, you’ve grappled with your share of rejection, setbacks, and heartbreak. However, literary agents say the number one key to writing success is perseverance in the face of disappointment.

Daily Writing Resilience provides advice, inspiration, and techniques to help you turn roadblocks into steppingstones. You’ll find tips and support through exercises such as meditation, breath work, yoga, stress management, gratitude, de-cluttering, sleep, exercise, mindful eating, and more. These 365 meditations will help you navigate the ups-and-downs of your writing practice, creating positive habits that will guide you toward the success and fulfillment that you’ve been seeking.

Praise:

“Every person with that little voice in their head―the one that tells them to write everyday―must own this book. Every page is full of hope and reality, just what we all need to keep us going.”―Steve Berry, New York Times and # 1 Internationally bestselling author of The Patriot Threat

“For every type of writer―new, old, fresh, tired, impassioned, cynical, hopeful . . . this gem is flat out inspiring”―M.J. Rose, New York Times bestselling author of The Secret Language of Stones

“Bryan Robinson’s Daily Writing Resilience is not only wise but also marvelously practical. The daily mantras he offers, taken from the experiences of those who’ve kept to the path, will provide much needed encouragement along the way. Take this book to heart, and then take it with you wherever you go.”―William Kent Krueger, New York Times bestselling author of the multi-award winning Ordinary Grace and the Cork O’Connor series.

“I urge both fledgling and experienced writers to get their hands on Daily Writing Resilience and keep it nearby for handy reference. Bryan Robinson knows his way around the head and heart of the working writer, and this book is a wonderful companion and a balm to the writer’s soul.”―John Lescroart, New York Times bestselling author

“You don’t have to be a writer to treasure Daily Writing Resilience, a unique and uplifting meditation book. It’s chock full of insights so profound you’ll be tempted to gobble it up in one bite instead of savoring each daily portion as intended, slowly and appreciatively. For writers, it’s a must-have!”―Cassandra King, author of The Sunday Wife and Moonrise

“This must-have collection of inspirational nuggets will nudge you free of writer’s block, garden variety or worse. Even if you’re not blocked, a morning commune with some of writing’s great minds will put you in the right creative space.”―Sara Gruen, bestselling author of At the Water’s Edge and Water for Elephants

“I loved this book. Every page offered reasons to hope or reflect, to try harder or feel connected to writing’s grand traditions. Seasoned pro or beginner―it doesn’t matter. This book should be on every writer’s desk.”―John Hart, New York Times bestselling author and back-to-back Edgar Award winner

“If you expect to speed-read these pages as the reading addict you are, reaching the end won’t be your reward. This book is the Fountain of “Youcandoit” that will sustain you as a writer day after day (recyclable for new insight year after year)―for as long as you reward yourself each day with one premeasured cupful of wisdom.”―Chris Roerden, author of Agatha Award-winner Don’t Murder Your Mystery

“Bryan Robinson’s daily compendium is like a gift you can open again and again. Full of wisdom, insight, and advice from acclaimed authors on the front-lines of publishing, this book will allow writers to soldier on in the face of the inevitable setbacks, delays, and frustrations of this writing life.”―Jenny Milchman, Mary Higgins Clark and Silver Falchion award winning author of Cover of Snow, Ruin Falls, and As Night Falls

“The author’s voice makes this book of meditations a true stand-out. Robinson offers a wellspring of wisdom shared with refreshing candor through daily doses of inspiration. A must-read for any author, whether at the start of the writing journey or well along the path of publication.”―Wendy Tyson, author of the Greenhouse Mystery Series and the Allison Campbell Mystery Series

“In this thoughtful and inspirational treasure, Bryan Robinson connects writers of all levels and provides exactly what every author needs: intellectual fuel and emotional sustenance. Don’t start your writing day without it!”―Hank Phillippi Ryan, Agatha, Anthony, and Mary Higgins Clark award-winning author

“At last! A real tool for real writers, a reference book that should be on every writer’s desk next to their Thesaurus and Strunk & White Elements of Style. A practical guide that can be used as a daily devotional or motivational tool to hold your hand, to guide you, to encourage you, and to pull you back from the ledge. I can’t wait to get my finished copy to put front and center on my desk.”―Karen White, New York Times bestselling author of Flight Patterns.

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I’ve Been Thinking…: Reflections, Prayers, and Meditations for a Meaningful Life

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.

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Meditations for Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself: Revised Edition

     This mental-rehearsal CD set, the four-week guided-meditation companion program to Dr. Joe Dispenza’s book Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself, is designed to move you from the analytical Beta brain-wave state to the state of Alpha, and develop your ability to sustain coherent brain-wave patterns. By placing your awareness on different parts of your body “in space” and on “the space around your body,” as instructed by Dr. Joe, you are altering your brain so that you enter into the operating system of your subconscious mind—where unwanted habits and programs exist. The objective is to learn to stay present and make meditation a skill. It is from this new place that you will begin to make the changes in your life that you desire!

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Inspirations: Meditations from The Artist’s Way

The Artist’s Way has helped writers, poets, actors, painters, musicians, and creative people from all walks of life find the courage to create—and to make the act of creating a way of life. This collection of meditations and reflections from this groundbreaking work serves as a daily companion and catalyst for inspiration.

Julia Cameron’s works reveal that there is a definitive link between creativity and spirituality that can be rekindled and recharged. Inspirations is a powerful resource for fueling the creative spirit.

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Saint Quotes on Love Catholic Meditations Coloring Book: plus Note Cards to Color (Volume 1)

This Catholic coloring book for adults, teens, and older children has 30 full-page illustrations including religious art, floral designs, and other patterns to color. There are also 22 note cards to color, cut out, and give away. The simpler design of many of the illustrations and the short saint quotes make it easy for kids, busy people, and senior citizens to color. The book also makes a unique gift for grandparents and the elderly and can be used as a quiet activity for the sick, disabled, and those in nursing homes or assisted living as well. One way to use this book is to reflect on the inspirational quotes from saints and the Bible while coloring inspirational art. The quotes by saints and from the Catholic Bible help set the mood for reflection and meditation on Jesus Christ and his teachings regarding the importance of love. Meditating on the quotations and coloring the pages helps lift the mind to heavenly things. Additional information for each featured quote is provided on the preceding page. There are no rules on how to color, and you don’t even need to stay in the lines. Feel free to use any colors or media you like such as crayons, colored pencils, felt-tip pens, or markers. The illustrations are printed on one side of the page on 60# library-quality, white paper. If using markers or paint, a sheet of paper may be inserted underneath the page while coloring to protect the next page.

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Zen Inspirations: Essential Meditations and Texts (Inspirations (Watkins Publishing))

Zen Inspirations offers of the great Zen texts that bring insight and contemplation to busy, modern, 21st Century lives. From the complete koans of the Gateless Gate to a generous selection of haiku and other poems, they are not only thought-provoking and evocative but rich in beauty and paradox. The anthology includes work by the masters of the Golden Age of Zen as well as by contemporary Zen masters. Many of the translations are by Lucien Stryk, the esteemed poet and Zen practitioner, who has also contributed a foreword to the book. An illuminating and accessible introduction, written by Zen scholar Dr Miriam Levering, places the writings in context and explores key concepts. The photographs, carefully selected to go hand-in-hand with the texts, provide a magnificent visual backdrop. Embark on the path of Zen inspiration with this beautiful book.

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Marcus Aurelius Quotes… Vol.30: Motivational & Inspirational Life Quotes by Marcus Aurelius (Emperor of Rome / Meditations) (Volume 30)

This book provides a selected collection of 185 quotes from the works of Marcus Aurelius. “You have power over your mind – not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”

“Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth.”

“There is a limit to the time assigned you, and if you don’t use it to free yourself it will be gone and never return.”

Quotes… Vol.30 – Marcus Aurelius – Published by The SECRET Libraries