The Book of Intentions [Hardcover]

Dianne Martin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 28, 2002

The Book of Intentions is an inspirational, nondenominational book of universal wisdom that focuses on the power of the two words "I intend." An easy-to-use resource written in stanza form, this guide teaches readers how to create intentions that will produce desired changes in family, work, leisure time, and spiritual life. This thought-provoking book can be opened to any page and read in any order to explore intentions covering such topics as love, fear, compassion, and forgiveness.

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About the Author

Dianne Martin teaches playwriting and screenwriting at Butler University, is a freelance writer and consultant, and has written a privately commissioned memoir. She is a vibrant and personable teacher, mentor, and public speaker who excels in helping others realize their potential. Born and raised in California, she now lives in Indianapolis with her husband, Brian Payne, and their son, Jack. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Atria Books/Beyond Words (August 28, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1582700842
• ISBN-13: 978-1582700847
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,348,339 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Book to Re-Read Over & Over Again, April 8, 2006

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Katie "book worm" (PA , USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Book of Intentions (Hardcover)

I learned about the power of our intentions a couple of years ago, and have been extremely interested in this concept ever since.

In "The Book of Intentions", Dianne Martin shares the importance of our everyday intentions - explaining that our intentions, or the thoughts we entertain & focus on each day, influence what we bring into our experience. And that, through purposeful intentions, we have the power to change any perceptions & reactions that are no longer serving us.

She then goes on to provide the reader with a large number of thought-provoking, inspiring intentions/affirmations that she uses. These intentions are broken down into various life-areas, such as: spiritual understanding, family & friends, creative purpose, etc...

After having read the book from cover to cover, I realized that this is one of those books that I'll need to go through again - this time pondering & focusing on 1 or 2 intentions per week - so that I can really let it all sink in.

Overall, I found this to be a great resource on intentions, and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in this subject - it has a lot to offer.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A GIFT TO BE TREASURED, January 18, 2003

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PHYLLIS ADAIR-WARD (INDIANAPOLIS, IN United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Book of Intentions (Hardcover)

The Book Of Intentions is a stunning book. It is inspiring and beautifully written The book makes you want to make immediate changes in how you think and live. I found myself saying "I wish I had said that".I also wished I had followed through on my many good intentions.This book has inspired me to try harder.Thank you Dianne Martin. Your book was a gift I will treasure and read again and again.Your astute and spiritual insights are a gift to
the world!I WILL CERTAINLY SHARE IT WITH MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
Phyllis Adair author of "WIND CHIMES AND PROMISES"

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I intend to re-read this often, October 14, 2002

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sz4 "sz4" (Northern Illinois) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Book of Intentions (Hardcover)

I picked this up on the recommendation of a friend of the author.
What a lovely collection of statements about spirituality, family, friendship, and self. I found it to be an affirmation of things that i forgot i believed in. It was not pushy or preachy as some books of this area can be. Thanks to the author for following through on her intentions! I intend to purchase several copies as gifts as well.