Self Transformation

For author and Slow Stories podcast host Rachel Schwartzmann, slowing down has changed her story in ways she could have never imagined. In this poignant and timely collection, she invites us to step away from the turmoil of daily life and awaken to the pleasures of living and creating with intention.

Today, our community is global. Never before have we been more aware of our interdependence and connection - with each other and with the natural world. Is it any wonder shamanism - the oldest spiritual tradition - is now on the rise? For The Power of Shamanism online summit, we gathered top teachers from around the world who are dedicated to sharing their practices and wisdom to help our global community.

This book is a community project. All the graduates from our Teach Mindfulness training programme were offered a chance to write a chapter for this book. And what you hold in your hands is a collection of stories from the brave and generous souls who stepped up to that challenge. This is actually the second book we’ve produced together. The first book, Mindfulness for Challenging Times, was born spontaneously in response to the sudden lockdown we faced here in Europe and around the world in the face of a global pandemic. This book is different. We realised stories were most inspiring. ...

Malignant Narcissist: His Roots of Evil NarcissismHave you ever felt like you were drowning in a relationship—trapped in a cycle of manipulation, deceit, and emotional chaos? Imagine being suffocated by a darkness so deep it feels impossible to escape, a darkness spun by the charm of someone who once seemed perfect. You’ve tried everything to break free, yet the more you struggle, the deeper you sink. But what if I told you that buried beneath your fear and pain is a force—an untapped power that could pull you out of the abyss and help you rise stronger than ever before? Malignant ...

Sonya is a shy young woman who has struggled with her undeniable beauty and sensuality since childhood, all while navigating a life that is often filled with hardship. When her acting career suddenly takes off and fame follows, she faces new challenges and finds herself exposed in ways she never imagined. Thrust into unfamiliar and compelling situations, she emerges forever changed. Unfortunately, once again, she realizes that her beauty is not a gift but a trap—one that has opened many doors, including some that should have remained firmly closed. Throughout her life, changes come ...

Night Blooming Jazmine: Awakening in Sacred Duality An electrifying journey of transformation, desire, and spiritual alchemy... In a world where ancient magick meets modern life, Jazmine is a force of nature—mysterious, empowered, and beautifully complex. By day, she's a determined professional navigating the chaos of a demanding job, and by night, she delves into sacred rituals guided by the enigmatic spirit Ronove. Her path is one of celibate self-mastery and profound personal growth, as she reconciles the sacred teachings of her religious upbringing with the dark allure of demonic ...

The world will ask who you are, and if you do not know, the world will tell you. Carl Jung Like reading the best bits of 100 classics in narrative form. In uncertain times, be certain of yourself. Can you lead a “better” life? Hands down, this book is the quickest way to understand yourself and your life better, starting today. It’s easier to get started than you think. Don’t you wish you had a funny, knowledgeable friend to talk to, making things even easier? That's exactly what Sean offers in this book. Know more. Understand better. Think better. Live better. This book is part ...

What does it mean to be a man? Difficult question to answer isn't it? This is my story and my experiences as I was looking for answers to this question. I’m not a therapist, physiologist, pastor, social worker or part of the healthcare community. What I am, is a man who heard his wake up call. And with the help of a group of men began a new journey into becoming a different man. Part of my call was to become a men’s retreat leader author, speaker, teacher, facilitator and coach. After many years of doing my own work and leading men’s retreats, I discovered there are 7 crossroads a man...

In **_Circumcision of the Heart: The Cutting Away of the Flesh_**, readers are invited into a thought-provoking exploration of one of the most profound spiritual transformations believers can experience. Far beyond the moment of being “born again,” this spiritual circumcision of the heart calls for a deeper, more intimate relationship with God—one marked by genuine, inward change rather than mere outward conformity. Through scriptural insights, personal reflections, and uncompromising honesty, this book challenges believers to move from surface-level religion into a life fully ...

The Sociology and Parasociology of success. In this 2nd title in the 'Spooky Success' series, John Gold explains how understanding some basic sociological concepts can unlock your path to prosperity and your true potential. "If you have a genuine willingness to change direction and reconquer the latent goldmine of your own thought processes, then the path thus far trodden will transform into the glittering avenue of your future, because in essence: The Spooky Millionaire is you."

What if success wasn’t about who you are but what you train yourself to become? Most people believe that intelligence, talent, or personality determines success. But in reality, it’s the ability to discipline your mind, regulate your emotions, and take proactive action that shapes your future. These skills aren’t fixed—they can be developed, strengthened, and applied to any aspect of life. Mastering your thoughts helps you stay focused and consistent. Taming strong emotions allows you to make wiser choices under pressure. Cultivating proactive intelligence empowers you to anticipate...

Falling to Grace – A Powerful Journey from Brokenness to Purpose What if the lowest point in your life was the very place you were meant to rise from? Falling to Grace is a deeply personal and inspiring testimony of transformation, redemption, and faith. From a strict and conflicted childhood to serving in the U.S. Navy, from becoming a bestselling science fiction author to finally stepping into true identity, this memoir traces a remarkable path of struggle, discovery, and healing. Told with raw honesty and heartfelt conviction, this is the story of a life that seemed to fall apart—...

This book is a compilation of the six book series The Personal Transformation Project: Part 1: How to Feel Awesome! If you're ready to create real change in your own life, then The Personal Transformation Project: Part 1: How to Feel Awesome! is for you!

“Being Unconditional” is a definitive and concise self-help book for the current and upcoming generation to escape the arduous ongoing trends and falling prey to what they call as 21st century transitions in technology, lifestyle and the patterns followed by the homo-sapiens today. As you go through the book you may think it’s kind of cliché, yet the fact remains that some of us are not following these pointers to lead a life of balance. Every chapter is moving and will help you in depth to personally transform your idea about life and true success. How to channelize your desires ...

I CRAVE the power to put down here just the word that will let a shaft of true light into the hearts and minds of timid folk who do not seem to realize the potentiality that is implanted in each one of us — singly. These folk write in numbers. They have aspirations and, apparently, the urge to do. But, invariably, they fall back upon the self-analysis: “What am I?” or “I am just one man” or “one woman. What can I do?” Their plaint is always deprecatory, ever disparaging of self: belittling, minimizing, with no conception, apparently, of the seed of divine energy implanted in ...

GPS for Life: My Journey to Faith, Healing, and Purpose Raised in a home filled with contradictions,I grew up with conflicting messages about faith, emotions, and life itself. Without clear guidance, I navigated adolescence fueled by anger and rebellion, turning away from God and choosing my own path. Even now, when republishing this book, I realize how far I’ve fallen back into not-so-good ways. The good part is, I can get back on track now. As a teenager, that path led me into trouble. As an adult, while I found professional success, my personal life was in chaos. A single mother to two...

International speaker and empowerment coach Shannon Kaiser understands why so many of us, despite our best intentions, cling to unhealthy patterns. Better yet, Kaiser knows how to get us out of the vicious, draining cycle. Committed to finding meaning, connection, and joy in our day-to-day lives, she's traveled the world in search of the universal truths and spiritual wisdom we desperately need today. Joy Seeker is her transformational approach to life, drawn from her own life-changing experiences. It is a path to discovering our true self - the hero within.

"Real living starts when you realize that your time on this planet is limited!" Do you know that having AWARENESS OF MORTALITY is a PRECIOUS GIFT which helps you to ACTUALIZE your HIGHEST POTENTIAL? This thought-provoking book offers a profound understanding of mortality awareness as a gift that can lead to an intense, meaningful, and more fulfilling life. Throughout history, great personalities like Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, and Steve Jobs embraced mortality awareness, influencing their actions and contributions to the world. Now, it's your turn to take your life to the next level ...

"Hiking You" offers a unique perspective on personal transformation, using the metaphor of hiking to explore key principles for growth and self-discovery. Each chapter focuses on a specific "law" of hiking, such as "Leave No Trace" and "Uphill Right of Way," and translates it into a valuable lesson for life. Through engaging anecdotes, practical exercises ("Pathfinding Exercises"), and inspiring quotes, "Hiking You" provides a roadmap for navigating life's challenges with greater awareness, resilience, and connection. Are you ready to take your personal growth journey to new heights? "...

If you’ve ever had to pivot, then this book is for you. This page turner features four inspirational authors. At various junctures in everyone’s life, we are called, willingly or not, to find new ways to move forward to a better future. If we can learn to master the art of transformation, imagine the spectacular possibilities for living a full and exciting life. Each of the chapters in this amazing book, shares wonderful wisdom revealed by the authors, Fran Fisher, Art Giser, Karen Abrams, and Barbara LaRocca – individually disclosing something essential in their quest to reinvent ...