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The Monks Who Laughed When the Bumblebee Stung Me: Discovering the Self through Chance Encounters
by Sumaa TekurJet-set and elevate your spirit with the adventures of a solo woman explorer's offbeat odyssey!Embark on an exploration of our wonderful planet with Sumaa, an intrepid Indian solo traveller with an insatiable curiosity. Ride carefree on Cambodia&’s bamboo train, bite into Napoli pizza, hike up Sapa Valley&’s lush greenery, and sigh at the expanse of Russia&’s Lake Baikal. The landscapes unfold, transporting you to distant realms. Yet, it is the transformative encounters with strangers on the road that hold the irresistible allure in Sumaa&’s tales.The Monks Who Laughed When the Bumblebee Stung Me defies the conventions of typical travel literature, offering generous peeks into the mind of a solo traveller who repeatedly challenges and then breaks patriarchal rules. Sumaa&’s narrative unveils both exotic vistas and short-term companions of the road that crack open the heart&’s deepest, secluded corners while holding out a slice of home.A beacon of inspiration, this book urges you to transcend real and imaginary boundaries, embrace the path&’s unpredictability, and claim your space on this vast, lonely planet.&‘The most motivational travel read since the Lonely Planet was invented.&’—Zac O&’Yeah, author of A Walk Through Barygaza and Digesting India
The Monogamy Myth: A Personal Handbook for Recovering from Affairs
by Peggy VaughanOne of the most valuable survival guides for men or women recovering from a partner's affair.Featured on Oprah, 48 Hours, CNN, Fox News, and in USA TodayIn this landmark book, Peggy Vaughan helps us to understand the stages of suspicion, confrontation, and the healing process necessary to recover, including rebuilding self-esteem, the marriage/divorce dilemma, and seeking professional help. Packed with practical, time-tested advice and successful strategies, this authoritative guide reveals: You are not alone—estimates are that at least 60 percent of men and 40 percent of women will have an extramarital affair. People from all walks of life have affairs—devoted parents, religious individuals, regardless of income or social class. Our society contributes to the prevalence of affairs. An affair does not mean the end of a marriage. Recovery is fueled by honest, open discussion of the affair.Substantiated by case studies, ongoing research, and the author's own experience, this updated third edition includes information on the role of the Internet in relationships, shares the words of others who are recovering from affairs, and describes the six-step program for establishing communication between partners that can actually prevent affairs.
The Monroe Doctrine: An ABC Guide To What Great Bosses Do
by Lorraine MonroeLeadership is the key to excellence. And leadership can be learned. Thank goodness, because many people who fall into managerial positions haven't the foggiest notion how to lead. They don't feel driven to attain the competencies of a boss--much less a great boss. Lorraine Monroe is a born leader. She caught the bug early, as secretary of the student council in the fourth grade at P. S. 157 in Central Harlem. She went on to found the Frederick Douglass Academy in Harlem, a remarkably successful and innovative public school, and became one of the most respected education reformers in America. Now Monroe translates her extensive experience in New York City public schools into the "Monroe Doctrine" to show other education and business leaders how to create and maintain high-achieving organizations. The Monroe Doctrine offers readers concrete lessons in the craft of leadership. Its brief, catchy lessons and anecdotes will help potential leaders tap into their natural gifts and harness those gifts to lead seemingly by instinct. Monroe's personal story of conquering the most overwhelming challenges will inspire leaders of all types to try new ideas to enrich their lives and the lives of their organizations. With The Monroe Doctrine by their side, readers will be able to lead any organization--whether a hospital, a house of worship, a sorority, a family, a school, or a business--with renewed passion and results.
The Monster Under the Bed: Sex, Depression, and the Conversations We Aren't Having
by JoEllen NotteAlmost everyone has had some interaction with depression. Whether it's you, a family member, a friend, or a partner who is affected, depression has the potential to touch us all. Even so, many of us don't know how to handle depression becoming part of our love life and it can quickly become the monster under the bed. From "you have to love yourself first," to "don't stick it in the crazy," to dead silence, popular responses to the topic leave much to be desired. But you're not alone and you can have successful relationships and satisfying sex with depression. JoEllen Notte will help you understand how sexual function is affected by depression and what keeps us from effectively addressing it. Heavily informed by the author's research, including surveys of over 1,000 people and interviews with close to 200, this is the first book of its kind. With practical tips and real-life examples, this is both a guidebook for people with depression and the people who love them, as well as a reference tool for mental health professionals.
The Mood Cure: The 4-Step Program to Take Charge of Your Emotions--Today
by M. A. Julia RossWe're in a bad mood epidemic, but Julia Ross shows you how to rediscover your emotional well-being naturally.
The Mood Elevator: Take Charge of Your Feelings, Become a Better You
by Larry Senn&“Powerful . . . both a personal self-improvement guide and a manual for enlightened executives who want to run emotionally healthy organizations.&” —Foreword Reviews Enjoy the Ride! We all ride the Mood Elevator up and down every day. How well we do it impacts our relationships, our personal effectiveness, our career, and our experience of life. Most people take that ride for granted—but what if we knew the right buttons to push to move to the top? In this very practical guide, Larry Senn provides an operating manual to keep you out of the emotional basement. He shows how to interrupt negative thought patterns that keep you stuck on a lower floor—depressed, stressed, anxious, judgmental—and move higher by cultivating mental attitudes like curiosity and gratitude. Through Senn&’s decades of work as a consultant, The Mood Elevator has been enthusiastically embraced by hundreds of thousands of people around the world. By sharing his work with a wider audience, Senn hopes to help all of us live life at our best. &“Larry Senn and the concepts he teaches, like the Mood Elevator, have had a profound impact on my career, on the success of Yum! Brands around the world, and on me personally.&” —David Novak, former Chairman and CEO, Yum! Brands, and author of O Great One! &“Larry&’s tools for teaching leaders how to do the &‘right people things&’ leaves an indelible mark on the emotional IQ of any business enterprise. The Mood Elevator has become an important part of the nomenclature of the three companies I&’ve run.&” —Mark Frissora, President and CEO, Caesars Entertainment
The Mood Gym: Overcoming depression with CBT and other effective therapies
by Dr Kathleen Griffiths Dr Helen ChristensenAll of us feel anxious from time to time, but for one in six people in the UK chronic depression can become unbearable and severely disrupt everyday life. The Mood Gym is an interactive programme designed for those who would like to manage existing negative emotions and prevent mental health problems in the future.Drawing on the latest research and based on two proven techniques - Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy - this unique guide will:- assess your mood and anxiety levels through interactive quizzes- help you to change unhelpful patterns of thought and behaviour- offer proven coping strategies to help you deal with depression and let you enjoy your life once more- outline complementary therapies, such as relaxation and meditation, to assist you in your recoveryThe Mood Gym is a unique guide that will help you feel better.
The Mood Repair Toolkit
by David A. ClarkIf you have trouble bouncing back from low moods or just feel stuck in the doldrums much of the time, renowned cognitive behavior therapist David A. Clark has a clear message: there are simple yet powerful steps you can take to feel better. This encouraging book presents 80 strategies you can use to reduce sadness, promote positive feelings of contentment and joy, and decrease your risk for full-blown depression. Vivid stories and concrete examples help you learn specific methods for: *Nipping negativity in the bud. *Making unhappiness less overwhelming. *Defusing self-criticism and rumination. *Boosting your energy and motivation for change. *Feeling more confident and hopeful every day. Using the practical tools in the book--forms, worksheets, and self-assessment quizzes--makes it easy to create and stick to a mood repair action plan. You can download and print additional copies of these tools as needed. The strategies that Dr. Clark provides are grounded in cutting-edge neuroscience and psychology research--and they work. Discover proven ways to start living a more satisfying and productive life.
The Mood Repair Toolkit
by David A. ClarkIf you have trouble bouncing back from low moods or just feel stuck in the doldrums much of the time, renowned cognitive behavior therapist David A. Clark has a clear message: there are simple yet powerful steps you can take to feel better. This encouraging book presents 80 strategies you can use to reduce sadness, promote positive feelings of contentment and joy, and decrease your risk for full-blown depression. Vivid stories and concrete examples help you learn specific methods for: *Nipping negativity in the bud. *Making unhappiness less overwhelming. *Defusing self-criticism and rumination. *Boosting your energy and motivation for change. *Feeling more confident and hopeful every day. Using the practical tools in the book--forms, worksheets, and self-assessment quizzes--makes it easy to create and stick to a mood repair action plan. You can download and print additional copies of these tools as needed. The strategies that Dr. Clark provides are grounded in cutting-edge neuroscience and psychology research--and they work. Discover proven ways to start living a more satisfying and productive life.
The Moon + You: Your Guide to Finding Energy, Balance, and Healing with the Power of the Moon (Moon Magic)
by Diane AhlquistThis lunar-inspired guide to self-care provides the tools to create a wellness routine based around the moon&’s phases, with information on moon meditations, moon-friendly foods, moon-related beauty products, and more!Each phase of the moon brings a different energy. From the inspiring presence of the new moon spurring new intentions to the emotional release of the waxing moon to the inner reflection of the waning moon—now you can let the energizing and healing power of the moon guide your wellness routine. The Moon + You explains how to harness the moon&’s energy during its major phases, and use it to better yourself through a variety of rituals, exercises, and meditations. Filled with information on the phases of the moon and how they affect our mental, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as advice and suggestions for creating a self-care routine that aligns with each moon phase, this complete guide gives you everything you need to fully embrace the moon&’s energy. Including self-care rituals such as: –Full moon meditation –New moon gemstone ritual –Waxing moon chakra alignment –Dark moon healing bath –Waning moon yoga sequence for releasing stress –New moon herbal remedy for dry skin –And much more! Learn how to utilize the moon&’s natural influence to transform and nurture your body, mind, and spirit.
The Moon Apothecary: Rituals And Recipes For The Lunar Phases (Sacred Apothecary Ser.)
by Lorriane AndersonYour lunar self-care guideFollowing on from Lorriane Anderson's (Seasons of the Witch oracle series author) best selling book Witch's Apothecary, Lorriane Anderson has created a book of unique moon-based spiritual self-care, beauty, and wellness recipes to invite both spiritual and physical nourishment into your life. The recipes take your personal energy, goals and needs into consideration. Use the intelligence of the moon phases to discover your deepest desires and learn how you can channel your intentions into everyday self-care such as lotions and creams, oils and sprays, comforting teas, cleansing soaps, ritual baths, and more. You can even learn how to create a new beauty potion for every moon phase or transit through a new sign. You will also find knowledge and inspiration for creating potions based on the zodiac signs as they apply to the moon, as well as special moon events such as blue moons and eclipses.
The Moon Book: Lunar Magic to Change Your Life
by Sarah Faith GottesdienerA guide to conscious living through the moon and her phases, incorporating wellness rituals, spellwork, and witchcraft for the modern seeker.We all know the moon. We all have a relationship with it. The earliest people obeyed her orbit, timed their months and holidays and celebrations and agriculture to the moon; the echoes of that system are still visible today, though the connection to the moon is often forgotten.Sarah Faith Gottesdiener is the leader of a movement to remind us of that lineage, guiding our rhythms and our sleep, our energy and our emotions, reminding us of our humanity and our magic. In her self-published Many Moons Workbooks and Lunar Journals, as well as her sold-out classes, she has guided over 50,000 readers to a deeper relationship with the moon, and through it, with themselves.This evergreen book will be an informative and comprehensive guide to lunar living, incorporating radical, self-empowering, and magical tools and resources for the beginner and experienced lunar-follower alike. Depending on where we are in our lives, depending on what we are feeling or what is happening around us, the moon allows us a space to invite ritual into our daily lives. The Moon Book will provide a framework on how to utilize the entire lunar cycle holistically, while offering ways for the reader to develop a personal relationship with their own cycles—energetic, personal, and emotional—through the lens of the moon’s phases.
The Moon Dust Dream Dictionary: Unlock the true meanings of your dreams with the wisdom of the moon
by Florance SaulThis book is the first to combine dream interpretation with lunar living. It reveals how the eight moon phases imprint on the meaning, significance and divination of dreams.DISCOVER HOW THE EIGHT MAGICAL MOON PHASES ENLIGHTEN YOUR DREAMS!Nighttime is the domain of dreams and the moon. This is the first book ever to reveal how dream meanings are transformed by lunar activity. Inside, you will uncover:How and why the eight magical moon phases impact our dreams and their meanings, and how we should respond to the messages they containFrom ancient Mesopotamia to modern day science, the deeply studied impact that astrology and the Moon, astronomy and psychology have had on spiritual wisdom and the art of dream interpretationHow to gain a deeper understanding of the stars and the moon through Ishtar, the multifaceted goddess of the heavensA thorough interpretation of 40 popular dreams and their messages within the lunar cycleThe Moon Dust Dream Dictionary will help you better understand the deeper messages of your dreams and advise on how you can apply lunar wisdom to achieve your ambitions and live a happier, more contented and self-aware life.
The Moon Is a Mother, Too: Rituals and Recipes for a Magical Pregnancy, from Conception to Birth - and Beyond
by Emilia OrtizEmpower yourself through every stage of pregnancy and connect to your baby through candle work, affirmations, astrology, meditations, color correspondences, inner child healing, and morePregnancy can be one of the most spiritually transformative times in our lives. When a child is born, so is a parent, and we all deserve tools to support us through that process. With Emilia Ortiz's (@ethereal.1) guidance, learn how to:release your expectations around conceiving and pregnancy work with candles, prayer, intuition, and energyincorporate herbal baths and other self-care practicesprepare for labor, both physically and spirituallyuse pregnancy- and breastfeeding-safe herbs for nourishing yourself, energetic cleansing, building milk supply, and postpartum recoveryheal from previous lossesdifferentiate anxiety from intuitionand connect to nature for extra grounding when you need it.Reclaiming our wisdom and spiritual insight around pregnancy and childbirth is a radical act for all birthing people. By strengthening your bond with your baby when they are still in the womb, and tapping into your intuition throughout, you are laying the groundwork for an empowered, sacred nine months—and long after.
The Moon Sign Guide: An Astrological Look at Your Inner Life
by Annabel GatFrom Annabel Gat, the author of The Astrology of Love & Sex, comes a fascinating guide that provides a deeper look at Moon signs—the zodiac sign the moon occupied at one's birth.Most casual fans of astrology are familiar with their Sun sign, but your Moon sign is just as essential to your astrological profile. While the Sun sign symbolizes your ego and will, your Moon sign represents your inner world, your emotional landscape—your feelings, memories, and subconscious; your fears, needs, and desires.Organized into twelve chapters, one for each Moon sign, The Moon Sign Guide details the characteristics and personality traits for each sign in relation to key aspects of life, including self-care, home, family, work, friendship, love, and compatibility. The book also includes a glimpse into progressed moons because as you age, your Moon sign changes, providing new emotional perspectives.Illustrated throughout and packaged as a lovely hardcover with foil-stamping and gilded edges, The Moon Sign Guide is an invaluable reference for astrology enthusiasts of all levels and modern mystics looking to explore lunar energies and gain deeper insights into themselves and others.EXPERT AUTHOR: Annabel Gat writes the daily and monthly horoscope column at VICE. She is a practicing astrologer certified by the International Society for Astrological Research.ACCESSIBLE: Organized into twelve easy-to-navigate chapters (from Aires Moon to Pisces Moon), this guide is packed with information that will appeal to astrology fans of all levels. And every two and half years, your progressed Moon sign changes, making this guidebook a handy reference you'll turn to for many years to come.EXCELLENT SELF-DISCOVERY TOOL: Astrology is a wonderful way to further explore and care for yourself and your emotional well-being. By learning about your Moon sign, you learn more about who you are and what you need to feel emotionally secure, safe, and nurtured.EYE-CATCHING PACKAGE: With foil stamping on the cover, silver gilded edges, and vibrant illustrations throughout, this book makes a lovely gift for zodiac lovers and anyone captivated by the powerful and mysterious moon, and an excellent companion to The Astrology of Love & Sex.Perfect for:• Astrology enthusiasts of all levels, horoscope readers, and anyone who can't get enough of all things zodiac• Fans of wicca, mysticism, spirituality, and tarot• Those who enjoyed The Astrology of Love & Sex, The Only Astrology Book You'll Ever Need, and You Were Born for This
The Moral Disciple: An Introduction to Christian Ethics
by Kent A. Van TilThe ability to judge good from bad, right from wrong, is a uniquely human characteristic. However, given the complexity of life, it is often difficult to discern which choice to make, where our responsibilities lie, or what the consequences of an action (or of a nonaction) will be. In The Moral Disciple Kent Van Til surveys the skills and dispositions that we need to address moral issues responsibly. This basic introduction to Christian ethics — the systematic evaluation of morality — highlights the centrality of Christ and the Christian faith in moral formation, and it offers an ethical framework to guide Christians as they engage a host of moral dilemmas, including those surrounding wealth, sexuality, and the end of life. Using easy-to-read prose and defining terms carefully, Van Til provides an accessible introduction to this crucial and practical subject.
The Moral Universe: A Preface to Christian Living
by Archbishop Fulton J SheenIn this book Archbishop Sheen reflects on Christian Ethics and provides guidance on how to improve one’s life.Fulton J. Sheen (1895-1979) was one of the best-loved prelates of twentieth century Catholicism. A prolific writer and orator, a distinguished scholar and teacher, an influential master of the media, Bishop Sheen was one of the most effective communicators of our time. His scores of books have offered inspiration, profound thought, and penetrating analysis of Christian faith and life.
The Morality of Happiness
by Julia AnnasAncient ethical theories, based on the notions of virtue and happiness, have struck many as an attractive alternative to modern theories. But we cannot find out whether this is true until we understand ancient ethics--and to do this we need to examine the basic structure of ancient ethical theory, not just the details of one or two theories. In this book, Annas brings together the results of a wide-ranging study of ancient ethical philosophy and presents it in a way that is easily accessible to anyone with an interest in ancient or modern ethics. She examines the fundamental notions of happiness and virtue, the role of nature in ethical justification and the relation between concern for self and concern for others. Her careful examination of the ancient debates and arguments shows that many widespread assumptions about ancient ethics are quite mistaken. Ancient ethical theories are not egoistic, and do not depend for their acceptance on metaphysical theories of a teleological kind. Most centrally, they are recognizably theories of morality, and the ancient disputes about the place of virtue in happiness can be seen as akin to modern disputes about the demands of morality.
The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know Is Possible
by Charles EisensteinIn a time of social and ecological crisis, what can we as individuals do to make the world a better place? This inspirational and thought-provoking book serves as an empowering antidote to the cynicism, frustration, paralysis, and overwhelm so many of us are feeling, replacing it with a grounding reminder of what's true: we are all connected, and our small, personal choices bear unsuspected transformational power. By fully embracing and practicing this principle of interconnectedness--called interbeing--we become more effective agents of change and have a stronger positive influence on the world.Throughout the book, Eisenstein relates real-life stories showing how small, individual acts of courage, kindness, and self-trust can change our culture's guiding narrative of separation, which, he shows, has generated the present planetary crisis. He brings to conscious awareness a deep wisdom we all innately know: until we get our selves in order, any action we take--no matter how good our intentions--will ultimately be wrongheaded and wronghearted. Above all, Eisenstein invites us to embrace a radically different understanding of cause and effect, sounding a clarion call to surrender our old worldview of separation, so that we can finally create the more beautiful world our hearts know is possible.With chapters covering separation, interbeing, despair, hope, pain, pleasure, consciousness, and many more, the book invites us to let the old Story of Separation fall away so that we can stand firmly in a Story of Interbeing.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The More We Find In Each Other: Meditations For Couples
by Mavis Fossum Merle FossumOffers over one hundred practical and inspiring meditations for couples committed to strengthening and enhancing their relationship.These 140 thought-provoking meditations for couples--married or single, straight or gay--explore ways we can strengthen and enhance our relationships. Includes thoughts on how conflicts begin and how they can be resolved, how couples can deepen their understanding of each other, and how they can find that delicate balance between togetherness and individuality.
The More of Less: Finding the Life You Want Under Everything You Own
by Joshua BeckerDon't Settle for More Most of us know we own too much stuff. We feel the weight and burden of our clutter, and we tire of cleaning and managing and organizing. While excess consumption leads to bigger houses, faster cars, fancier technology, and cluttered homes, it never brings happiness. Rather, it results in a desire for more. It redirects our greatest passions to things that can never fulfill. And it distracts us from the very life we wish we were living. Live a better life with less. In The More of Less, Joshua Becker, helps you.... * recognize the life-giving benefits of owning less * realize how all the stuff you own is keeping you from pursuing your dreams * craft a personal, practical approach to decluttering your home and life * experience the joys of generosity * learn why the best part of minimalism isn't a clean house, it's a full life The beauty of minimalism isn't in what it takes away. It's in what it gives. Make Room in Your Life for What You Really Want "Maybe you don't need to own all this stuff." After a casual conversation with his neighbor on Memorial Day 2008, Joshua Becker realized he needed a change. He was spending far too much time organizing possessions, cleaning up messes, and looking for more to buy. So Joshua and his wife decided to remove the nonessential possessions from their home and life. Eventually, they sold, donated, or discarded over 60 percent of what they owned. In exchange, they found a life of more freedom, more contentment, more generosity, and more opportunity to pursue the things that mattered most. The More of Less delivers an empowering plan for living more by owning less. With practical suggestions and encouragement to personalize your own minimalist style, Joshua Becker shows you why minimizing possessions is the best way to maximize life. Are you ready for less cleaning, less anxiety, and less stress in your life? Simplicity isn't as complicated as you think.From the Hardcover edition.
The Morning Myth: How Every Night Owl Can Become More Productive, Successful, Happier, and Healthier
by Frank J. Rumbauskas Jr.Does the early bird always catch the worm? Society largely praises early risers while maligning so-called "night owls." However, countless research studies have shown that night owls are more successful and wealthier than early risers. The Morning Myth proves that indeed, night owls are generally more successful in life than early risers. It restores night owls’ self-confidence, and encourages them to achieve more on their natural schedules. In The Morning Myth, Frank J. Rumbauskas provides practical tips to help night owls thrive: • Informs employers about how much productivity they're losing by forcing night owls to be at work bright and early • Offers advice on how to schedule both early risers and night owls for maximum productivity • Shows night owls how to achieve maximum happiness at work • Coaches managers on getting the most out of their night owl employees Whether you’re a night owl yourself, or employ those who find their work “mojo” later in the day, The Morning Myth breaks down stereotypes and shows you how to increase productivity around the clock.
The Mosaic Principle: The Six Dimensions of a Remarkable Life and Career
by Nick LovegroveLife-personally and professionally-is lived to the fullest as a mosaic, encompassing a rich and complex set of diverse experiences that provide purpose, meaning, happiness, and success.Yet, the pressures of modern society push us toward narrower focus and deeper specialization in our lives and careers. Our pursuit of specific expertise risks us becoming isolated from those different from us; our lack of shared experience fosters suspicion and conflict. Today we have businesspeople and government officials who persistently distrust and demonize each other; a fortunate swath of society with professional and financial security, increasingly isolated from those left behind; and community leaders who struggle to relate to and connect with the communities they serve. In every walk of life we have allowed ourselves to be pushed into self-defining cocoons from which it is difficult to break out.Nick Lovegrove's compelling vision provides the way out of this contemporary trap. He supplies vivid portraits of those who get it right (such as Paul Farmer, the physician whose broad and imaginative choices bring health and hope to the world's poorest people) and those who get it deeply wrong (such as Jeffrey Skilling, the former CEO of Enron) and connects their experiences with a blueprint of six skills-a moral compass, transferrable skills, contextual intelligence, prepared mind, intellectual thread, and extended network. The Mosaic Principle will help you to succeed in an ever-changing, more complex, and diverse world, and build a more remarkable and fulfilling life.
The Moses Code: The Most Powerful Manifestation Tool in the History of the World, Revised and Updated
by James F. TwymanThis newly revised and updated edition reveals the ancient secrets of the Moses Code and offers new researchand practices to put these teachings into action.Nearly 3,500 years ago, Moses was given the secret for attracting everything that human beings have ever desired. And with this book, best-selling author and world-renowned musician James F. Twyman reveals how the Moses Code can be used to create miracles in your life . . . and in the world.By practicing the principles presented within these pages, you'll discover how you can integrate the most powerful manifestation tool in the history of the world into your own life. You can use it to attract everything you've ever longed for-wealth, the perfect relationship, property, and so on. But the more you experience the Moses Code, the more you'll realize that it's meant for something much greater: to inspire peace and create a world built on compassion and love. Cracking the Moses Code depends more on what you're willing to "give" rather than "get." That would mean that you have the power to create miracles in your life . . . right now!Features a new introduction, updated information, and brand-new practices to put these ancient teachings into action.
The Most Beautiful Disaster: How God Makes Miracles Out of Our Mistakes
by Hope CarpenterHope Carpenter nearly destroyed her family, her church, and her ministry by living a double life, but then God did something miraculous. Out of her brokenness, He made something beautiful.As co-pastor of one of the nation's largest megachurches, Hope Carpenter had perfected the roles of supportive wife, good mother, devoted worship leader, and dutiful homemaker. But inside, she was secretly ashamed, sad, and afraid. She didn't know who she was, and she didn't know how to ask for help without bringing down the whole façade. A series of bad choices led to multiple affairs; her husband kicked her out and announced from the pulpit of their church that their marriage was over.Hope was sure her life was done. But in her lowest moments, something beautiful happened. God met her there, and, with a lot of hard work, time, and mountains of therapy, she started to understand the pain that had caused her to act out. She and her family faced their brokenness together, and in powerful acts of forgiveness only God could have arranged, they all found real breakthrough and healing. Ron and Hope rebuilt their marriage and their family, and their ministry thrives today.In The Most Beautiful Disaster, Hope helps readers understand the lasting impact of childhood trauma and gives readers practical steps to uncovering the root of pain in their own lives. She shows how small decisions can lead to big changes, and helps readers find healing and wholeness in Scripture and prayer. Ultimately, readers will be led to hope, reconciliation, and true freedom.