Inspiring, Intense, Humorous - a GREAT READ!
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PUSH ON by Niki Rellon hits all the right notes. It's inspiring, intense, humorous and you'll come away with deep respect for a woman who is so strong and stubborn, that she refused to let something like losing her leg in a horrendous mountain climbing accident keep her down. Her therapy was to tackle the iconic Appalachian Trail - being (I believe) the first woman to do so with a prosthetic leg. Many photos (taken at the very time the near fatal accident occurred - to images taken along the trail she successfully hiked - and all the "characters" she met along the way, makes this a fantastic read for anyone needing inspiration and a kick in the pants to get motivated when they're done.
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A wonderful, inspiring... MOTIVATING read! A fresh new perspective that will help you re-think much of the world & how you perceive it!! And realize .. Age will not define you! There is so much still out there to live & enjoy!! It is time for a "re do"!! This book is an easy read & full of inspiration, fun, awareness ... Fill your "toolbox" with inspiration to grab ahold of life & start a new journey!
3720511
This book...I could not put it down!
Coming from the spiritual field myself- I understand how important it is to see the true light of many of the people who call themselves 'enlightened'. There has been so much abuse in these types of scenarios- where one person decides to take your power away in exchange for the promise of miraculous things. Sifting through the intense experiences the author has had is fascinating and seeing how hard it is to discern when your having mystical experiences yourself!

I would HIGHLY recommend it to anyone on the spiritual path or anyone who wants a deep dive into a world that not many have witnessed. This novel has everything: humour, wonderfully written, intriguing storyline and valuable life lessons!

EVERYONE who picks it up will enjoy it- I promise you that!
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Treat yourself to this book! If you are in a book club, this book offers great conversation material.  Dave Rippy candidly shares his life journey of becoming a quadriplegic, due to a car accident, at age 25 years old.  Despite the tough hand he had been dealt, he set goals for himself and achieved great successes in the highly competitive financial services industry.  Dave's unshakable faith and optimism resonate throughout the book.  By all accounts he has accomplished far more than most in life, both professionally and personally, as he lives his life with great purposefulness and hope.  He injects humor into his heartfelt account, as well.  Truly an inspiration for all!  There are so many valuable lessons to learn from Dave's story.  May God bless him, as he is a positive, uplifting soul!
4685255
This book has it all...high ups, deep downs and a wonderful sense of humor that makes this hard subject easier to talk about.  Janine's real-life experiences are written in a way that relates to the reader...you feel like you are right beside her, experiencing what she's going through in the first person.  She's a living example of someone who has battled and won her fight against bipolar disorder.  Janine visited my book club last night and is proud that it has been almost 8 years since her last hospitalization, and 7 years since her last shock therapy treatment.  Her story should give hope to those with bipolar disorder, that there is light at the end of a very dark tunnel.  Great, inspiring read!
1419954
This is a motivating, inspiring book and yet always humorous, funny and lighthearted.
The author has a warm way of writing that makes you feel like she is having a conversation with you.
Easy to read and full of inspiring ideas on how we can take control over our health and well-being.
Highly recommended!
2792971
A wonderful book that was part sad, part hysterical, and all the way inspiring! Dan's life was quite a journey of ups and downs and he came out on top! A must read for anyone to be uplifted and inspired!
963114
Wow! This is a GREAT book!!! I was hooked by the second page of the Intro. Really nice compilation of encouraging stories,  motivational messages to remind us it's always a good time to drive in a more positive and authentic direction-and that sometimes negative circumstances can be our greatest fuel- helping ourselves, those around us, and making a greater contribution to the world. The 'Love Me Do Over' and closing 'Reflections' left me with inspirational goosebumps!
This book was a powerful boost for me in setting new and lasting goals.  Thank You!!!
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I thoroughly enjoyed Bob's humor, his stories and how he ties them to a meaningful point. At first, I thought it to be an easy pick up and put down book, without need to finish in a short time frame. Rather Bob does refer to previous points or occurrences making it a better "keep on reading" book.  I truly laughed out loud, shed some tears, and was inspired!  In my top 5 books of all time. A wonderful read!
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First and foremost, this book made me laugh out loud which for me is one of the keys to a good book!  Janna's honest account of her adventures and struggles was inspiring to me on so many levels.  As a fellow traveler currently living abroad, I really related with her sense of adventure and willingness to make crazy, wild, unusual plans - plans that naturally have bumps along the way, but with the right attitude in the end serve to enrich the experience and one's life in general.  Also impressive was her brave portrayal of her struggles with depression.  Kudos to Janna for this courageous move to share about an issue so many of us go through and yet feel hesitant to talk about.  I can't wait to see what comes next from her!
4186399
Intense, bold, funny, and very inspirational! It gives hope and shares bright insights about self reliance and love !
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I am loving this book! It's full of humor, sad facts, and inspiration. I highly recommend everyone read this book to learn more about the abuses humans in our society impose on nonhumans, and why, if you love animals, you'll never want to eat them again. The book is not preachy, instead it's an intesting story of how one young woman grew up in our society and chose to question the common beliefs of how animals are treated. And, finding her passion, chose to do something to help make a positive difference. So glad she is sharing her story of her own challenges, struggles, beliefs, and how she is now living her purpose. What an inspiring story, Jenny has written! For all animal-loving, feeling, caring people to read and learn from.
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An inspiring story by an amazing man!  Dan takes you through his story of family, life, illness, coping, and acceptance yet never neglecting to captivate his audience through humor.  Take this journey into Dan's "Gifted" world...you won't be sorry.  :-)
4724657
This is a very quick, entertaining read chock full of valuable life lessons and inspiration!  Relevant to everyone, Paul has a great way of showing us through humorous stories that Gods love is always with us.  Read this when you need a spirit lift.  It's guaranteed to be just what the doctor ordered!
2399856
This book was not only an excellent read, but a great time!! It was so funny that I laughed out loud through most of the book. Intelligently written for those struggling to be all for everyone, for those needing a load off of their shoulders as well as for those seeking straight-forward yet gentle encouragement as each attempts to grow as a Christian woman. The chapters are short enough to read one at a time, contain a large amount of unbelievable hilarity with the right amount of theological truth. I would highly recommend this book to anyone & already give the book away as gifts on a regular basis.
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An excellent journey. The story is incredible, a concept so unique and terrifically executed. The best part of the book is its humor. multiple times I laughed out loud. Just be warned this book deals with intense themes, always with humor, but nonetheless, faint-hearted be warned. Michael Poore has done an excellent job!
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I found Living The High Performance Life to be a highly accessible, easy to consume, interactive and experiential read.  And not just "a read" at that.... thru its inspirational words & sharing of deeply personal experiences - within a framework of "life, learning & fitness" - Joe manages to bring us along for the journey and help us envision a place where "magic becomes real and dreams come true."  Full of sage advice, with insightful perspectives and thoughtful discernment, as well as a good dose of humor and common sense, and a specific way to get from here" to "there" this becomes a book I didn't just read, but one that I will be coming back to again and again - a place to capture notes & reflections - a handbook of sorts - a place to pause, reset & gain inspiration.  Mostly it leaves me with the feeling of Joe telling me "I believe in you... now go get 'em!!"