True Success

If you can't bear to watch the news lately, you're not alone. Luckily, Ione Butler is here to offer you some respite. As the founder of Uplifting Content, a social media platform followed by more than 1.5 million people, she understands the power of inspirational true stories - the kind we don't see covered enough these days. Here, she presents an eclectic group of narratives - some from people she's met in her own travels; others crowdsourced from the uplifting content community or taken from the headlines.

A rising number of people today are troubled by a phenomenon for which they don't know there's a name. This condition is called emotional inflammation - a state not unlike post-traumatic stress, but one that stems from simply living in today's tumultuous world. If you've suffered from sleep problems, hyperreactivity, persistent grief, or inescapable worry about the future - especially triggered by the nonstop news cycle - then you're probably dealing with emotional inflammation. The good news is: there's something you can do about it.

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.

The truth is happiness is fleeting, and we are stressing ourselves out trying to achieve it. In This Book Won't Make You Happy, national media commentator and Psychology Today columnist Feliciano offers a path to something much more achievable and abundantly more satisfying: contentment. By incorporating eight simple postures rooted in cognitive behavioral science and mindfulness practices into our daily routines, we can move toward balance and calm.

This audiobook contains more than 200 affirmations, declarations, and meditations to transform your thoughts, your mind and, ultimately, your life. Listen to these affirmations, but most importantly, repeat some of them on a daily basis and see how you will start to experience success and abundance.

'True belonging doesn't require us to change who we are. It requires us to be who we are.' Social scientist Brené Brown, PhD, LMSW has sparked a global conversation about the experiences that bring meaning to our lives - experiences of courage, vulnerability, love, belonging, shame and empathy. In Braving the Wilderness, Brown redefines what it means to truly belong in an age of increased polarisation.

What does it take to rise from rock bottom to the top? Grit, resilience, and a purpose bigger than money. In 28 Rags to Riches Stories, you’ll discover the incredible true stories of people who faced poverty, rejection, and failure—yet refused to give up. These aren’t just tales of financial success. They’re about perseverance, faith, and the relentless pursuit of a greater purpose. Oprah Winfrey grew up in extreme poverty and endured abuse, yet she became one of the most powerful women in media. Howard Schultz couldn’t afford college, but he turned Starbucks into a global brand. ...

Have you ever had an intense conversation where the questions asked led to new discoveries you could not have imagined? That is the enlightening power of Samandy. The rich and, at times, emotionally-charged conversations inside may challenge you, even irritate you; but when they reveal the powerful message that lies beneath, it will leave you wanting more. If you have ever thrown your hands up and said, "What's the point? I'll never get what I want!", felt that chasing dreams is a waste of time, or felt cheated in life, then this fable may ring true for you as well.

Living from the Overflow is the latest offering from this inspiring teacher, with more than six hours of insights and practices for tapping into the "super-abundance" of Spirit. Listeners will learn how to apply Beckwith's principles of plentiful living to their health, relationships, financal needs, and spirtual growth. Here is a complete workshop to help us stop seeing ourselves as beings who acquire things - and realize our true nature as vessels through which Spirit constantly flows.

Discover the secrets to turning your dreams into reality with "The Art of Manifestation." This inspiring non-fiction book showcases ten true accounts of well-known public figures who have successfully used manifestation to achieve their goals. From the pioneering self-help author Napoleon Hill to the groundbreaking thinker Florence Scovel Shinn, each of these ten visionaries has used the power of manifestation to overcome obstacles, set goals, and create a life of abundance and success. With practical tips and tools for manifesting your own dreams and aspirations, this book is a must-read ...

Stand aside, we’re coming through! That’s the cry of a new generation of technology vendors. They have a new approach to enabling success for their customers. And they’re thriving as a result. These vendors all have subscription pricing at the heart of their business. Each has learned that if customers don’t feel they’ve had success, recurring revenue doesn’t grow, and may even decline. What makes them different? They have absolute clarity about what the customer considers success to be. And they’ve built their business around enabling that success.

"The figure looking back at me was little more than a skeleton with just a thin layer of tissue paper for skin, drawn over the stick-like bones. I stood staring for a good couple of minutes, considering what I'd become. And my verdict? Brilliant, I thought. It's been worth every moment of all that hard work". Say the name Nikki Grahame and most people will remember the bubbly, highly strung and hugely entertaining Big Brother 7 contestant.

Success doesn’t always come with a silver spoon. I know because I started at the bottom — overcoming challenges, breaking stereotypes, and redefining what success really means. This story isn’t just about my personal triumph. It’s about paving the way for others to thrive, inspire by example, and share knowledge that changes lives.

In Enjoy the Ride, author Steve Gilliland shares from his heart How to Experience the True Joy of Life. A popular national speaker, Steve has changed the lives of thousands who have heard him. Translated to book form, his philosophy centers on the simple premise that true success is not a thing you acquire or achieve. Rather, it is a journey you take your whole life long. Beginning with the compelling challenge to "Check Your Passion", Steve ignites people's ability to choose what they do, why they do it, and who they do it with.

If you have a dream to start your own business, live a life in freedom and follow your passion, then this book is written for you. The only thing you need to do is to start! Most people forget that. You will be motivated and inspired to hear Camillas's story on how she left her 9-5 job and took a leap of faith. The perfect time to do something about your dream is now, today. Read this book and I promise you that you will never doubt yourself again. You can do this!

The challenge we face as writers, Natalie Goldberg says, begins with the process of turning inward and then trying to communicate what we find. From the secret of letting characters and stories "write themselves" to finding mentor sources and responding to criticism to writing's one essential ingredient, which is the mind - here are all-new Zen-based lessons and reflections, refined and proven at Natalie's acclaimed national writers' workshops.

Since the Enlightenment, there has been a very simple but widely held assumption that we are a species of thinking individuals and that human behavior is best understood by examining the psychology of individuals. It appears, however, that this insight is plain wrong. The evidence from a number of leading behavioral and neuroscientists suggests that our species is designed as a herd or group animal. Mark Earls applies this evidence to the traditional mechanisms of marketing and consumer behavior, with a result that necessitates a complete rethinking about these subjects.

Shamanism does not require you to adhere to any one set of beliefs. It is a results-oriented practice in which you are called upon to be your own spiritual authority. Through your intention, commitment, and interaction with the spirit world, you will forge the path that is right for you - a path that allows you to develop your gifts and answer your highest calling. With The Power of Shamanism online summit, we gathered top teachers from around the world who are dedicated to sharing their practices and wisdom on “the path of direct revelation.”

Unlock Your Full Potential: Overcome Mental Barriers, Embrace Imperfection, and Achieve Success Are you tired of letting self-doubt, fear of failure, or perfectionism hold you back? It’s time to break free from limiting beliefs and start living the life you were meant to lead. In Breaking Free from Mindset Barriers, you’ll discover the tools to transform your thinking, overcome self-sabotage, and achieve your goals with confidence. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, creative professional, or someone simply striving for personal growth, this book is your guide to developing the ...

A True Story of Strength and Unbreakable Hope At just 17 years old, she faced what felt like an impossible reality—teen pregnancy, homelessness, and uncertainty about where her next meal would come from. Alone and scared in the 1990s, she turned to the only place where she could safely pour out her thoughts: her diary. Through its pages, she shares the raw, unfiltered truth of what it means to struggle—not just to survive, but to dream beyond survival. In the midst of fear and exhaustion, she never stops believing that life will get better, holding onto the hope that each day could ...