Category: Body Mind Spirit

“Made in America by AmeriCANS not AmeriCANTS” by Richard V. Battle

October 4, 2022

I found “Made in America by AmeriCANS not AmeriCANTS” by Richard V. Battle to be more impressive than I even thought it would be, which, for me as a reader, is always delightful. Mr. Battle has put together an interesting mix of essays which gives an individual a path that can be used to travel forward in life. In this book, the path is illuminated by the ideals we should all, as Americans, support, believe in, and want to incorporate into our daily lives. … More “Made in America by AmeriCANS not AmeriCANTS” by Richard V. Battle

“Higher Connections” by Eric and Alexandra Right

September 27, 2022

Author Eric Right, not his real name for privacy reasons, is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). After years of stress, worry, and turning to alcohol, he decided to take up marijuana edibles in 2019. Since taking up this drug, he finds it melts off the stress, leads to a better night’s sleep, and doesn’t leave him with a hangover. However, more importantly, and as the basis of this book, he believes it has led him to better connections with his wife, children, family, and even the dog, thus the title “Higher Connections.” … More “Higher Connections” by Eric and Alexandra Right

“Birdsong: A Musical Field Guide” by Alexander Liebermann

May 13, 2022

Alexander Liebermann’s “Birdsong: A Musical Field Guide” is a fascinating read because it is universal – it appeals to readers of all interests. When one sits back, clears the mind, and truly focuses on the rich and pure melody heard right outside your home from animals that are thought of as simple, it is mindboggling. … More “Birdsong: A Musical Field Guide” by Alexander Liebermann

“101 Tips to Lighten Your Burden” by Jennifer Bonn

May 7, 2022

In “101 Tips To Lighten Your Burden,” Jennifer Bonn enlightens her readers with plenty of tips, 101 to be exact, in helping us try to deal with the obstacles we are facing and burdens we may be carrying on our shoulders throughout our life journey. She sets out to help her readers discover new coping techniques to help make their difficulties more manageable. In supplying these tips, she also has reassured us that we are not alone in our journey. Just to know that others may be going through similar situations is comforting. … More “101 Tips to Lighten Your Burden” by Jennifer Bonn

“Still on Fire: Field Notes from a Queer Mystic” by Jan Phillips

March 13, 2022

“Still on Fire: Field Notes from a Queer Mystic,” Jan Phillips, is a powerful and moving account of how one woman came to terms with her sexuality. The Catholic church rejected her at age 18 because she was a lesbian, and this set her on a course to define and accept who she was. … More “Still on Fire: Field Notes from a Queer Mystic” by Jan Phillips

“Above the Din” by Labar Laskie

January 26, 2022

“Above the Din” spans fifteen years of the author’s journey to overcome Hepatitis C. Laskie shares her whole path of trials and tribulations with readers so that we can see how every aspect of her life factored into how she managed to deal with this virus. While it took her a while to find a great specialist, she managed to do so through her own research and implementing alternative therapies to assist with her healing. … More “Above the Din” by Labar Laskie

“Isn’t It Kind of Funny That…” by Jerry Schaefer

January 21, 2022

The best way to describe this small book is that you stumble across various questions asked by the author; then, you’re presented with short chapters to offer information, answers, and a way to laugh while learning that even if life isn’t perfect, that doesn’t mean you cannot try for perfection. After all, it would be nice to live in paradise…wouldn’t it? Why settle for less? … More “Isn’t It Kind of Funny That…” by Jerry Schaefer

“What Is Human Factor: The Key To A Joyful Life” by Vipin Gupta

January 12, 2022

“What is Human Factor? The Key to A Joyful Life” by Vipin Gupta is Book 8 of his 12 book series. I have read most of his previous books and found this one by far the most difficult one to read, but I believe it must be so far the most difficult to write as well, because we all have preconceptions of our own masculinity and femininity. … More “What Is Human Factor: The Key To A Joyful Life” by Vipin Gupta