A, Deep Breath of Life

Alan Cohen is one of my favorite inspirational authors. He has written at least 15 inspirational books and has contributed to the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series.

A Deep Breath of Life is an inspirational book that gives us a daily message and affirmation, 366 days a year (yes, it includes leap-year). When I purchased this book I was so excited as I had been looking for a book that offered daily readings of wisdom and inspiration. It's so important to me to start my day off on the right foot, and A Deep Breath of Life certainly inspires me to do just that.

Each daily message includes a short story, quote, prayer and affirmation that all fall under a particular theme for that day. And each daily message can be read in less than five minutes, so there's no excuse to not read the morning's message while enjoying your morning coffee or tea.

I have also found that if I have a particular question or concern on my mind, if I sit quietly for a moment, and then just flip the book open to any page, it offers me a timely message that not only eases my mind, but actually inspires me to take any necessary action.

This book is also most excellent for those who do public speaking on inspirational topics. If you happen to be looking for a new topic idea or new idea for a sermon, this book offers an abundance of inspiration. It is a wonderful resource for ministers, and I have turned to it many times for inspiration for my own workshops. I would even go so far as to say this book has been like a personal muse for me.

He also has a personal website (which I have listed below as a link) where you can sign up for daily affirmations to be delivered right to your inbox! I LOVE this, and honestly find myself disappointed if I check my inbox in the morning before his affirmation has been sent to me.

A Deep Breath of Life is a wonderful source of daily inspiration; so great that you may decide to sit down and read the whole book at once! I highly recommend it for anyone needing that little inspirational "pick-me-up" or daily guidance for this journey we call life.

Heard about this book during a different book club and thought it sounded interesting. IT's nice to have something thoughtful and nice to read once a day and to consider through out the day! The different topics, saying and phrase in addition to each story i a nice touch as well.

This delightful book will definitely lift you up when you need an inspirational message. Sometimes, I read daily devotions or other motivational books and eventually stop reading them -- This book is not like that! It "hits the spot" when I need an instant mood change or something to pick me up out of the doldrums...or just when I need a different perspective at the end of a day. Sometimes, I read several entries at a time. I often share pertinent insights from this book with friends, and I am convinced that some of the gems of wisdom from this book are single-handedly pulling one of my friends out of a mid-life crisis. This author is truly blessed with the ability to touch the common with the divine. This book touches people - let it touch you!

This book is clear, funny and very grounding. This book is a wonderful start to a day with focus and optimism. I've read it over and over, and continue to use it daily as inspiration to live my life the way I want to live it - with harmony, peace and a "sweet soul steadiness."

This book is a daily read filled with inspirational
anecdotes which highlight how practical the ideas are
and how they might be applied to everyday situations.
More than that, it reminds the reader of his power and
purpose to create the life he/she desires. I never fail
to be amazed by the timelines of each days entry. I
recommend this book without reservations.