The Miracle of Change [Paperback]

Dennis Wholey (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1998

Dennis Wholey's astounding New York Times bestseller, The Courage to Change, emerged as a classic in the field of recovery and personal growth. Now, the acclaimed PBS talk show interviewer explores the emotional and spiritual aspects of change in this long-awaited breakthrough book for everyone, and guides us on the path to accepting and even welcoming the changes that are at the heart of living.

Featuring the personal reflections of more than sixty individuals -- from well-known celebrities to anonymous contributors -- The Miracle of Change offers an enlightened way to use the gift of change successfully in our own lives and to reap the freedom, contentment and happiness that life's transitions can bring. These shared insights and practical strategies lead us from holding on to letting go, from loss to new beginnings, from fear to the courage to change. Whatever you are facing a new career, marriage or divorce, recovery from self-defeating behavior or addiction, illness, or simply the search for meaning in an ever changing world, you will find Dennis Wholey's extraordinary treasury an inspiring guide through the exciting process of change.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Publishers Weekly [A] unique perspective....From the comfort of their armchairs, Wholey's readers can find inspiration and encouragement here to seek, welcome or at least accept the inevitable changes of life.

New York Newsday Wholey ... suggests ways to stop fighting change and to learn to go with the flow.

Washington Times/Insight There's good stuff here .... Wholey has hit on a topic that everyone experiences or works hard to avoid. The appeal of his book is universal.

The Oakland Press (MI) Wholey's done it again with an inspirational book -- the sort you'll want to keep on your reading table for easy reference.

The Detroit Free Press Dennis Wholey has developed a reputation for putting a microphone in front of famous people and getting them to talk about their most personal problems.... The Miracle of Change... [offers] insights from more than sixty people on how they faced their most difficult challenges.

The Portland Oregonian Inspiring stories.... [The Miracle of Change] may ... provide the guidance or inspiration you seek.

Values & Visions Dennis Wholey is a recovering alcoholic who knows what inner fortitude it takes to turn a life around completely. Change is the ingredient that adds zest and meaning to anything we do. Here is a fine companion for those who want to move forward on the path of self-discovery and spiritual growth.

The Dallas Morning News Upbeat... Wholey contemplate[s] life changes of all kinds....

Publishers Weekly A tapestry of wisdom gleaned from current American lives....

About the Author

Dennis Wholey is a veteran talk-show host and bestselling author who has been interviewing political leaders, celebrities, newsmakers, authors, and experts for television, radio, and books for more than twenty-five years. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller The Courage to Change, and three subsequent books about personal growth. Dennis Wholey hosts This Is America With Dennis Wholey and Dennis Wholey America! for PBS television stations and Nostalgia Television. He lives in Washington, D.C.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Atria Books (April 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671518909
• ISBN-13: 978-0671518905
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,090,509 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

87 of 87 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A book full of wisdom and inspiration, June 7, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Miracle of Change (Paperback)

I start a lot of books I never finish but this one captivated and inspired me all the way through to the end. In fact, I was sad I had gotten to the end - I wanted more. If you feel your life is stagnant, not moving in the direction you'd like but fear making changes, this book is excellent, aromatic, finger licking good food for thought. If you're not an adamant protestor of change, it could very well be the kick you need to start you in forward motion. I'm the kind of person who kicks and screams and holds onto the door frame when it comes to accepting change, let alone welcoming it into my life (ha!). The changes, and hence the growth, have been very slow coming for me, but coming they are.

I'm surprised there aren't any other reviews on this book. For me, it's a keeper, dear to my heart, and the rarest of books that I will come to again and again for strength, inspiration and motivation.

Sometimes you find instant comradery in an author - this is true for me with Dennis Wholey - and I thank him for writing this book and touching my life.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best...., April 11, 2005

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A. Moniz (Miami Beach, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Miracle of Change (Paperback)

This is by far the best "Self-Help" book, if you can call it that, that I have ever read. I originally purchased this book in 1997, and have read it several times since. The stories are very down to earth and realistic, as well as truly inspiring. This book is a "must read" for anyone suffering from depresssion, as it gives one hope in life. It is also great for anybody going through any changes in their lives because it shows the benefits of change itself. You can go back and refer to specific stories, or you may want to re-read the whole book like I did. A Great Book!!!