Overall helpful & speaks to your walk
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While there are some points I grapple with and will continue to research, 99% of the content I approved and found to be sound. His points are great and his conversational tone make it very easy to read. It came at the perfect time in my life and I'm sure it will be a blessing to anyone seeking to learn and understand more about prayer in general.
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Detweilers latest is filled with stories from women who have overcome many things, so there is likely to be something relatable to every reader. In addition to the testimonies, there are numerous Bible verses throughout to reinforce the message. There are also prayers and questions for reflection to help the reader go even deeper. The author tries to demonstrate how it is possible to pray with confidence, boldness, and grace, and find freedom in Christ.

A twenty-one-day devotional guide to spiritual breakthrough is also included, which is a nice addition to the book. Each devotion includes a journal activity, a verse for meditation, the message, a prayer, and a declaration. This section was my favorite part of the book.

That said, this book wasn't quite what I was expecting. It would be very useful in a womens small group, and it is extremely important to have a Bible handy when reading this, as many of the verses referenced (especially those in the application/reflection sections) are not listed in the book itself. Therefore, I didn't find this as user-friendly as other similar books Ive read. However, there are links provided so the reader can go online to access bonus material, such as journaling pages, videos, and worksheets.

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy as part of the Bethany House blogger program, but I was not required to write a positive review.
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I have only begun doing the training but it seems like a reasonable plan for the next 9 weeks, and you have the option of repeating sessions to 'slow down' progressing to longer periods of running versus walking.  The audio prompts on my phone are easy to hear as I'm running and keep me on track without having to be watching a clock.
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I got this out from the SF library to try out. We just completed the Forest Hill walk and it was really super. The directions are easy to read and follow. I just wish the author had written up the walks with a pedometer or gps/altimeter. Before selecting a walk from the book, I'd like to be able to compare the distance, and/or the time involved at some average speed, as well as the change in altitude. Looking forward to doing more and might get this one for my Nook so it's lighter & don't need to keep my finger in the page.
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I was looking for a way to listen to my CDs while walking on my treadmill and without disturbing anyone else. This CD carrier works well for walking but I also found it is great while jogging. The fabric is very comfortable and stretchy so it moves with you and doesn't feel restrictive. You can also get a&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Tune-Belt-SW-Belt-Extender/dp/B003FO0GAW/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Tune Belt SW Belt Extender</a>&nbsp;and then adjust the belt tighter for a perfect fit. I did have a problem with my CD player turning off the minute I put it in the pocket but someone else said you can just select "hold" on your CD player and it won't turn the player off. I also had some issues with the volume changing the minute I put it in the pocket. But other than those issues it seems fine.

~The Rebecca Review
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First off, I have to say that I received this book through the LibraryThing Early Reviewers program, and I am grateful to the publisher for the copy of this book.

I will say that I did not have super high hopes for this, mostly because I haven't seen a kind of 'introduction to transgender' done well before, but this surprised me with its nuance! The authors do a pretty decent job of painting trans people as more than a monolith, and always leave room for a lot of difference within the community, which I really enjoyed and found interesting. My one major complaint is that although there are "notes" in the back, these notes are not connected to specific claims in the book, so when I come across something that makes me go "oh???" I can't find the exact place the authors got that information. I understand why they might not use foot or endnotes (some readers might find them intimidating) but it was something I missed.

I will also say this isn't really a 101-level book, either; more like 102, maybe. It felt accessible but like maybe there was a little bit of previous knowledge needed. I could be wrong though, as I have a hard time gauging these things.

Overall, I was pretty pleasantly surprised to see how nuanced this book was, and encourage folks who might have questions to seek it out!
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I bought these shoes to give some added value to my walks since with two dogs and a 7-month-old baby walking is going to be my primary source of exercise for a while. I truly believe that they have helped my legs/butt tremendously. I am 5'3", currently about 125 lbs - not by any means overweight but extremely out of shape from a difficult pregnancy. So limp calves and a tendency toward thigh and butt cellulite. After a couple months walking with these my calves are rock-hard and there is such improvement to the cellulite areas I feel they actually look better than they did pre-pregnancy when I was only 114 lbs! As other people have commented there is a breaking in period during which your feet and legs might ache more than you are used to. And I still find that I can "feel the burn" in my legs more than when walking in regular sneakers - but that's the point!

I did not notice any of the quality issues that I read about in other reviews. They have been holding up nicely, even after walking through woods and an 8-mile power walk on pavement. I initially felt nervous about spending this much money on an "exercise trend" sneaker, but have to say that I think the money was well spent. I highly recommend these sneakers if you are looking to amp up your walks.
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I researched and agonized for a month before finally taking the plunge. Oh, how glad I am that I did. I could post a litany of things that this little thing has helped me with, but suffice it to say, it did not steer me wrong. If I have a complaint, its that the little plug in for the car adapter seems oddly placed, but it may be just the way my car is designed. No, we like Garmy just fine!

The female voice is definitely the easiest to understand, although when she is recalculating the route, she is a bit miffed or disappointed. The male voice takes the need to re-route in stride as just a part of life, but the lady, man, she cops an attitude!

great product. If you think text to speech is not important, try "turn left in 500 feet" when there are TWO streets at angles to the street you are on. Do I take the hard left or the gentle left. Turning left on MAIN street helps a LOT, especially when driving in places with lots of traffic.
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This author gets it, explains it from  his own perspective then demonstrates how he lives it. It is definitely a guide to walking your talk.
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I have the Kindle edition, which makes it easy to take with me on my phone. Really good descriptions of most of the good hikes in the area.

The only improvement I could suggest is making more suggestions about combining shorter hikes into longer ones. It can be done using the area map, but could be more intuitive.
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A bit repetitive, but then you learn in the book it's about "three, three, three." Interesting anecdotes and personal stories open your eyes to what it takes to move forward in your public speaking. Short, easy to understand suggestions make for an encouraging way to include them in your own speaking system. Glad I read this, I'll be revisiting again.
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As a long -time Toastmaster, I wasn't sure how much  "new information" I would obtain by reading this book. I am grateful that I gave it a chance. I recently began considering participating in something like TED, but I  know I need something extra to help me through the process. The tips given, although common sense to someone who speaks often, may significantly help someone who needs to figure out how to effectively communicate his thoughts to a group of people. I  found some nuggets and some takeaways that I can use to polish my next speech. I'll definitely use this book as an additional resource for my speeches.
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As a 9 of 9 severe sufferer of BPD, I felt like I was reading parts of my own life story that I could identify with. A little redundant as they reference the same topics and symptoms several times, I wasn't sure if it was a filler or simply revisiting the issues multiple times for emphasis on them. I feel like there was more information on the history and experiences with those that experience the condition rather than what I was hoping - which was a little more instruction on either how to deal with it or how someone in your life can cope and manage it. It seems there is more emphasis on the understanding part and less on guidance towards healing it. At the same time understanding the history may be far more complex than how to move forward. I love that there is a Kindle digital book, helping to consolidate libraries and make handy for a flight. I do enjoy the title very much as it's straight forward and gets across the condition immediately. It was quite helpful in feeling relief that so many people whether acknowledged or not have the same or similar issues.
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Good practices for guidance and support for your religious walk
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Makes for a quick read on some useful aspects like scanning a book and deciding on what appeals to you; and not getting hung up on reading each and every word. Rather, keep the focus on what matters the most to you. The book inspired me to focus my reading on key challenges that I am facing in life at this time or the things that are important for me to learn, rather than going all over the place. For the first time in years, I feel better about aiming for and getting thru a reading list.

This is not a book for anyone that may be wanting to learn the usual speed reading tricks though,
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Not that I totally agree with Jay's passion for minimalist living, but she offers some very helpful advice for clearing away the clutter. She goes room by room, even discusses wardrobe and garage. Where she lost me was when she went on to simplify my daily schedule and lifestyle. However, that was just a couple of short chapters at the end of the book. For the most part the book was very helpful. Two mantras run throughout the book. One is the 80/20 rule. That is: you wear 20% of your wardrobe 80% of the time. This also applies to other areas. The second mantra is: one in/one out. This means that once you've cleared your home or wardrobe, in order for it not to overgrow again, each time you bring in something new, you must get rid of a similar item. I'm sure these two rules are well worth the price of the book, and there's much, much more besides. Very helpful.
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On the journey of life, it's not unusual to feel alone even in a crowd.  Jayme has outlined benefits of having a mentor to walk alongside.  She has also given guidance on how to connect with a mentor and how to develop a face to face relationship.  This book will help you explore various ways to grow with guidance of someone who will be your cheerleader, listening ear, maybe advice.....
Moving to a new area?  This book can also help you find the friend you need to encourage you in the transition.
Not only is there great guidance for your journey but thought provoking response questions that can help you think through your needs.
Stuck in a rut?  Jayme has some suggestions to get you moving forward.
Even if you are already in a mentoring relationship, this book can help you evaluate your needs and wants.