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The Woman's Book of Courage: Meditations for Empowerment and Peace of Mind

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I stumbled on this book in the bookstore, along with "The Woman's Book of Confidence," and bought both books. I keep them in my bottom desk drawer at work and read passages from time to time during the day. These books are so uplifting - they keep me motivated and secure - I feel like I can handle whatever happens. Buy both books - you will be glad you did.

This book was very instrumental in helping a women to see how she can manage her life in a more productive manner. Instead of always blaming others for life's problems, the author shows how a woman can step back from the situation and change the way she perceives the problem. Sometimes we cause our own problems or it might be something we grew up with that needs to be examined objectively. This book also helped me to see where some of the stresses in my life were coming from and how to cope better with them. Instead of being victims, the author showed how we can change this vicious circle and learn how to like ourselves again. I would definitely recommend this book to all women, especially those who are low in self-esteem. I think you may have to read this book in a quiet place with no distractions so you can really meditate on the material and try the ideas out in your own life. You may have to do this gradually if those around you are not used to an assertive wom! ! an! Not that you will become overbearing, but sometimes people, especially men, feel threatened when a woman stands up for herself and speaks her mind for a change! We do have to start with ourselves, though, if we want to make changes in our lives for the better.

I purchased this book shortly before what I knew would be to-date the most difficult time in my life. Through following the readings and meditations I feel that I was able to endure the difficult time with the courage and empowerment that the author offers. Years later and I still very much appreciate this book.

This is a lovely work of art, written with both eloquence and simplicity. Every chapter gives a down-to-earth example and clear, concise directions on how to cope with problems both mundane and heartbreaking.

Best of all Sue Patton Thoele knows how to speak to the heart. She understands the complexity of problems without being overwhelmed by them. Having this book is like carrying around a wise, witty, comforting friend, always available to help.

I suffer from a panic disorder, this book has givin me hope and strenghth to deal with life. This book is with me every day when i'm depressed this book picks me up just reading an encouraging message a day ! Sue thank you for writing these books you have given me the courage i thought i would never find. i recommend this book to every woman out there to show you that you can do it! thank you.

This is a book you can refere back to again and again, during times in your life you need encouragement, and reminders that you are imporant and its important to take time for you, pay attention to you!

I can relate to so much of this, and its been a big help to being me.

This collection of anecdotes,helpful hints and encouragement will adapt to any form of use one wishes. It can be read cover to cover, or in a hit and miss fashion, as a research tool or all of the above. The author is not harsh, but very firmly peels away the layers of fear and self-deception we women seem so prone to. I stumbled on this author at a very low point of recovery and was immediately refreshed. The dawning realization that we are not chained to our past and we can change our future was a breath of fresh air to me. Everyone will read and interpret this book in their own way for their own situation. Some will get more help than others, but they all will be better people for having read this book.

This review is from the viewpoint of a husband... Buy the book now, then come back and read the reviews. As a husband, I have loved the way my wife has grown from the empowering nature of this book. It has helped her to realize that she does not have to be held back by her past. Im actually considering reading it myself so that I may be able to further empower her and maybe even grow myself.

I have come to know that I am just scared of everything in life. Or at least the thought of it. Reading this book each morning reminds me that I do have some courage. This book points out ideas and reasons for courage in my life. Most importantly it tells me that I am human and that sometimes effects my ability to have courage.

The book content was excellent but the pages, for being like new, were yellowed and looked old.