The Winner of the Alphatudes Giveaway is: Shanyn!!
"Alphatudes reveals the unexpected and simple secret of living a joyful life — gratitude. In a world obsessed with negativity, we must deliberately choose to focus on the positive. The good news is that the homework is already done!
Alphatudes utilizes our earliest grade school victory—the ABCs— to achieve an even greater victory: a sustainable shift in your thinking that leads to contentment, optimism and peace of mind. An alphatude is defined as: a person, place or thing for which one alphabetically expresses gratitude.
Filled with vibrant illustrations, Alphatudes takes you on an inspiring 26-step journey where you’ll discover how to: heighten your awareness of life’s daily gifts; attract opportunities with a positive mind-set; find blessings in difficult situations; and free yourself from worry, negativity and resentment.
Legendary recording artist Olivia Newton-John has graciously provided a free download of her beautiful song, “Grace and Gratitude”, with purchase of this extraordinary book."
I really enjoyed this book; much like "The Source of Miracles, " this book is something I will keep by my bedside to read when I need an emotional or mental boost.
Not only are the illustrations absolutely stunning, but it's written so beautifully and fluidly that the words become sort of an affirmation that it is possible to be grateful for everything in your life (even ex's!!!). I wish I could memorize all the little 'prayers' to remind myself everyday when I get frustrated that I have plenty of things to be grateful.
If I had to pick something I didn't like — it would be the cover. The cover does not do this book justice, especially when the illustrations between the covers are so wonderfully captured.
Overall, this is a great read that I will be keeping as a reminder of all the great things I have in my life. I highly recommend this book.
Favorite Quotes:
"Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree — Martin Luther" (37).
"There was never a time when your life was not now, nor will there ever be" (61).
"I am not afraid of storms for I am learning to sail my ship" (65).
"Work and play are words used to describe the same thing under different circumstances — Mark Twain" (98).
To the FTC, with love: Review book sent by publisher