Biographies & Memoirs

Spiritual Direction for Life's Sacred Questions (Plus)
Spiritual Direction for Life's Sacred Questions (Plus)

Review:I may be writing this review a little prematurely, as I am only halfway through this book, however...I have already purchased additional copies for my friends. I have underlined, dog-earred and referred to various pages on several occassions. When the Heart Waits gives valuable insight into mid-life. It shares information as to the benefits gained in "being still". Waiting is not "doing nothing". It is both "passive and passionate". As many of us struggle with "what should I do next", ofte... Read more

Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life

Review:I found this to be an extremely informative and eye opening book, one that I had a hard time putting down. I have read Kingsolver's The Poisonwood Bible and to be honest, wasn't all that impressed. Therefore, it was with some hesitation that I reached out to this book. This book is an excellent read for anyone who is interested in gardening, eating healthy, or just being more aware about where you food comes from. I disagree with other readers who thought that Kingsolver was pretentious in t... Read more

The Third Plate: Field Notes on the Future of Food
The Third Plate: Field Notes on the Future of Food

Review:Dan Barber brings practical economics to a future where agriculture more closely resembles the natural environment form which it sprang. He asks, "what conditions would need to be present to radically change how we produce what we eat?" It is the fundamental question of our future. Read more

What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness
What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness

Review:I was particularly interested in the potential breakthrough of treatment for mental illness in its many manifestations. I am hopeful society as a whole is now receptive to the appropriate and monitored treatment of psychedelic treatment and that this offering will become available for all who are in need of help. Read more

Uncovering the Real Causes of Depression – and the Unexpected Solutions
Uncovering the Real Causes of Depression – and the Unexpected Solutions

Review:Hard went at depression in a bold way and directly attacked the way our professionals treat it. While his section on psychotherapy was weak the total book was really great! He addressed the issues of depression and meaning in life in a way that few people do in our culture. Read more

How Starbucks Fought for Its Life without Losing Its Soul
How Starbucks Fought for Its Life without Losing Its Soul

Review:Mr Schultz writes a great story about a fantastic company that got itself in a bad space. More interesting is how he turned it all around.The story is easy to read and informative and has given me loads of inspirational ideas on how to effect change in businesses I am involved in. Read more

Grinding It Out: The Making of McDonald's
Grinding It Out: The Making of McDonald's

Review:An extraordinary entrepreneurial journey that created one of the most successful franchises in the world!! Ray Kroc's story is an inspiration for all especially middle-age businessmen - He started McDonald's at the age of 52!! Read more

Sam Walton: Made In America
Sam Walton: Made In America

Review:I feel that this book captured the real spirit of Sam Walton. Why I liked it so much is the simple fact that I got a glimpse of how Sam thought and conducted business. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested in starting their own business, or to those who are just interested in this giant thing called WallMart and its founder Read more

and Made a Fortune Doing Business My Way - How I Survived
and Made a Fortune Doing Business My Way - How I Survived

Review:Bravissimo. Branson's story is epic in every sense of the word. From the first page you are led on a suspenseful and gripping adventure. I've never felt this excited to flip to the next page when reading a biography. If you are looking for an adventure pick this up, if you are looking for a detailed history of Virgin pick this up, and most importantly if you are looking to be inspired to live life to the fullest extent don't hesitate to... yea you guessed it... pick this up. I am a biography gee... Read more

A Woman's Miraculous Faith in the Jungles of World War II
A Woman's Miraculous Faith in the Jungles of World War II

Review:I have never written a book review before but had to on this one. My mom read this and raved about it and encouraged me to pick it up. I did and I am so thankful I did! I bought myself a copy and have encouraged all my friends to read it. After reading this book I was truly inspired to spend more time with the Lord...getting to know Him through His Word. He really is all I have whether I am in a state of plenty or want. And this book was so encouraging to hear the testimonies of how God answered... Read more

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