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Title: Verbal Abuse: Survivors Speak Out

Subtitle: On Relationship and Recovery

Author: Patricia Evans

Narrator: Laural Merlington

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-13

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 29 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

If your partner: seems irritated or angry at you several times a week, denies being angry when he clearly is, does not work with you to resolve important issues, rarely or never seems to share thoughts or plans with you, or tells you that he has no idea what youre talking about when you try to discuss important problemsyou need this audiobook.

Members Reviews:

Cause of a Failed Relationship

I loved this book and found that P. Evans enabled me to understand my feelings and reasons for them. I have recommended it to several friends and my Ex is reading and realizing the verbal abuse he is guilty of in our relationship. Hopefully it will help him in his future relationship.

Right on Point

this book is extremely informative this is very necessary work on this topic coveraging a broad range of opinions and experiences, very educational, while always remaining warm, the writers continually open up the realities all too common in the varieties of emotions experienced by a surviving partner of a Domestic Abuser or (Intimate Partner Abuse) In these tragic stories of physical, verbal and emotional partner abuse.

So many words, so little substance

What didnt you like about Laural Merlingtons performance?

Sounds like a female version of Hans Moleman

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

A lot of nothing. No useful tools, techniques, just a litany of gynocentric (yes it's a word) examples. The countless quotes from letters she has received from readers add nothing to the text except to extend the hours wasted.

The content: more ideological rather than factual

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

Although the facts, I trust the author, are true - she presents only one part of the story. She says as if the blame was 100% on the abuser and 0% on the abused person.It is simply not right and me being in recovery myself I see that the problem of such dysfunction is on both sides. Besides, the author recalls in most cases women as the victims, vaguely mentioning how men are verbally mistreated by women (sarcasm, cynical comments, also physical abuse) treated by women. It's more and more shown by recent studies.

How could the performance have been better?

The narrator has a good voice, but is interpreting in such a way as the abuser was a monster and the abused person a soft and totally innocent person.

Do you think Verbal Abuse: Survivors Speak Out needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

If the analysis is going to follow only the above way of thinking, I think it is mis-informing the topic. Besides, me myself being a verbal abuser, I behave in such a way more of my unconscious fear rather than pure desire to control the other person.

Any additional comments?

The author be more objective.

Everyone should read this

Knowledge is power to free yourself from the crippling effects of verbal abuse. I would recommend this to everyone.

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Title: What the Most Successful People Do on the Weekend

Subtitle: A Short Guide to Making the Most of Your Days Off

Author: Laura Vanderkam

Narrator: Laura Vanderkam

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 39 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-31-12

Publisher: Gildan Media, LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 127 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

Many of us breathe a grateful TGIF when Friday rolls around, envisioning a weekend full of both productivity and refreshment. Yet too often our precious weekends seem to disappear, eaten up by unproductive work or leisure that fails to energize us. Monday morning comes too fast, finding us still unrested, with too much still undone. Time management expert Laura Vanderkam, continuing her series on What the Most Successful People Do, shows how we can take control of our weekends to get necessary R&R, while also using our downtime as a springboard to a productive week.

Drawing on real-life anecdotes and scientific research, Vanderkam explains why doing nothing can be more exhausting than doing something and why happy people make weekend plans in advance. She shares weekend tips gleaned from busy people such as politician and talk show host Mike Huckabee, former CEO Frank Baxter, and TV producer Aliza Rosen. She reveals the kind of weekend activities that make people happiest, explains why its important to unplug at least for a little while, and shares the secret of why Sunday night may be the most important part of any weekend.

What the Most Successful People Do On the Weekend is a fun, practical guide that will inspire you to rethink your weekends and start your workweek refreshed, renewed, and on track.

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Title: The Courage to Be Yourself

Subtitle: A Woman's Guide to Emotional Strength and Self-Esteem

Author: Sue Patton Thoele

Narrator: Kyrsten Weber

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-18-12

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 47 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

Sue Patton Thoele continues her quest to help listeners enhance their self-esteem and tap into their core emotional strength. Geared toward women who too often find themselves meeting the wants of others at the expense of their own needs, this book provides necessary tools to help listeners transform their fears into the courage to express their own authentic selves. By sharing her own journey and the journey of other women, Thoele helps listeners learn to set boundaries, change self-defeating behavior patterns, communicate effectively, and become a loving and tolerant friend to themselves. This 10th-anniversary edition contains 30 percent new material, including a new introduction.

Members Reviews:

Life Changing...and Powerful!

An absolute must read (listen)! This book was exactly what I needed! Ordering the hard copy now :) My heart is wide open after this book, every part hit home and healed parts of me I didn't know needed healing. Thanks for having the courage to write this book, I have a feeling I'll be listening to it many times over! Do yourself a Favor, buy the book!

Soothing...

What made the experience of listening to The Courage to Be Yourself the most enjoyable?

The author's message is to have love and compassion towards yourself. She touches on a variety of negative emotions we might have, but does it in a positive and encouraging way. The narrator is perfect, she reads slow and has warmth.

What other book might you compare The Courage to Be Yourself to and why?

This book is similar to Self-Compassion, another book that I love. Which also has excellent narration.

surprisingly good after boring start

at start I got bored with irriitated with many happy ending examples. i guess I felt unhappy. after few months I started again and loved it. could hardly pause. i am taking my life back and love and nurture myself....again. recommend for its timelessness.

Will be listening to this repeatedly!

There are so many empowering takeaways that I got from this book...too many to mention, in fact. It bears listening to again...and again, and again...until it all sinks in.

I may end up getting this in print as a reference...especially for the Woman's Bill of Rights that I would LOVE to have hanging up in my office as a constant positive reminder of what I am capable of.

May this book reach the eyes and ears of all women and young ladies who have yet to learn how amazing they truly are.

Life changing book, a must-read for every woman!

this book helped me during a very dark time in my life. The affirmations and the things I learned in this book helped me to be healthier and emotionally stronger. I highly recommend it.

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Title: The Storm Before the Calm

Subtitle: Conversations with Humanity, Book 1

Author: Neale Donald Walsch

Narrator: Neale Donald Walsch

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-25-12

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 55 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

Here, not a moment too soon, is a genuine reason not to be afraid of our Tomorrows. The author of seven New York Times best sellers in the world-captivating Conversations with God series, Neale Donald Walsch offers us a striking explanation for the upheaval we are seeing all over our planet right now, then proposes a simple plan by which we can impact both our personal and collective future in an extraordinarily positive way. Here, at last, is something we can do and do easily to help our world: Have a simple conversation and make a simple decision. Walsch calls this two-pronged approach the Conversation of the Century and the Most Important Decision You Will Ever Make.

The conversation is built around the asking and answering of Seven Simple Questions. The decision is to adopt a daring new way of life. This audiobook does not stop there, however. It invites each listener to personally engage with the author in co-writing a New Cultural Story for humanity, to be publicly offered to the world. Be prepared. This audiobook can give you your life back. And our world, its future.

Members Reviews:

Another Master Piece by Mr. Walsch

I love the narration and performance!

His personal stories resounded so much with me! It was he was talking directly to my soul... Thanks once again!

Skip the first 1 1/2 hour. After that fantastic!

The first 1 1/2 is literally Neale repeating over and over again that we should go to the conversation website and participate in changing our cultural story. After that, the book is great and looks deeply into the issues of current society and cultural that have led us to where we are. In the end I loved the book, but I almost stopped listening because the first 1 1/2 hour has no real content. The content convinced me that talking about our societal issues is step 1 to healing and that every one of us needs to take up the torch, but trying to drill participation into the listener in the beginning just wasn't effective.

Very good book!

That is an excellent read for anyone who wants to understand the true nature of the Divine and Humanity!

Beyond Brilliant

What made the experience of listening to The Storm Before the Calm the most enjoyable?

Words can't even describe how amazing this book was!

What did you like best about this story?

Liked how similar Neale's Conversation with God was to my own. He asks tough questions of God & the answers he get.... often leave ya speechless!!!

What does Neale Donald Walsch bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

I like how upfront & honest Neale is about his shortcomings. No pretense & very pleasant to listen to (as were the narrators). It was extremely professional & fun to listen to.

Whats an idea from the book that you will remember?

How we EACH play a pivotal role in re-writing our cultural story!

Any additional comments?

BRILLIANT dialogue! In the beginning I rejected a number of the ideas espoused in Neale's writings (grew up Fundamental Christian); however, the more I've prayed & earnestly sought God's Wisdom (James 1:5), the more & more these ideas began resonating!

Brilliant. Radical

Neale is radical, brilliant, bold, lovable. I absolute love his way of inviting the listener/reader to go to the throne boldly ;)

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Title: The EQ Edge: Emotional Intelligence and Your Success

Author: Steven Stein

Narrator: Liam O' Brien

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-08-12

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 51 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

What does it take to be a firefighter? Fighter pilot? Top of the heap in the sales department? A brilliant customer service advisor? Esteemed and respected corporate leader?

What does it take to get ahead? To separate yourself from the competition" Lead a less stressful existence? To be fulfilled in personal life and professional pursuits?

What is the most important dynamic of your makeup? Is it your A) intelligence quotient? Or B) emotional quotient?

If you picked "A", you are partly correct. Your intelligence quotient can be a predictor of things such as academic achievement. But it is fixed and unchangeable. The real key to personal and professional growth, and happiness, is your emotional quotient, which you can nurture and develop.

The EQ Edge, by Steven J. Stein and Howard E. Book, shows you how the dynamic of emotional intelligence works. By understanding EQ, you can build more meaningful relationships, boost your confidence and optimism, and respond to challenges with enthusiasm - all of which are essential ingredients of success.

The book features case studies and fascinating - and surprising - insights into EQ and the workplace. As an HR or line manager, this book will help you determine which personnel are the right fit for job opportunities and who among your staff will be the most promising leaders and drivers of your business. And because CEOs to front-line workers also have other roles - parent, spouse, caregiver to aging parents, neighbor, friend - The EQ Edge also describes how everyone can be more successful in these relationships.

Members Reviews:

Didn't Finish Listening

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

To fully understand this audio book you need the workbooks that you would normally get with a hardback/text book

What did you like best about this story?

The information and history on EQ is very good

How could the performance have been better?

Have the Workbook

Waffle waffle waffle

Another book that's twice as long as it needs to be. So much waffling on!

The EQ edge

What did you love best about The EQ Edge: Emotional Intelligence and Your Success?

In the world of people, weather it be in business relations, employees, personal or were ever people interact, your EQ is much more valuble then the highly over rated IQ ever will be.You can realize much more advancement in all people relations with the learned skill of EQ. I highly recommend this book for anyone wanting to addvance their personal and business relationships.

Essential reading to master your life!

I highly recommend this book to everyone.

Helpful and applicable to every aspect of life, personal and business.

Extremely relevant and practical concept, content and detail, with examples that provide excellent context.

Thank you Steven, Howard and the whole team.

JP

Great insight into EI and Self Assessment Qns excellent

I found this a very helpful explanation of EQ-i and the exercises and questions really brought it to life.

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Title: Think & Grow Rich - Lectures by Napoleon Hill

Author: Napoleon Hill

Narrator: Napoleon Hill

Format: Original Recording

Length: 1 hr and 48 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-11-12

Publisher: ABN

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 411 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

This is a great synopsis of the Think & Grow Rich philosophy, by Napoleon Hill himself!

Make no mistake about it, listening to and following the principles of Think & Grow Rich will help individuals in all walks of life achieve their goals. For instance, former heavyweight champion and International Boxing Hall of Fame Ken Norton credited his winning ways to Think & Grow Rich. Norton's victory over "The Greatest", Muhammad Ali, in 1973 is a great illustration of how individuals can beat the odds, achieve their goals, and reach their fullest potential using the principles contained in the motivational book Think & Grow Rich, a book that Norton discusses as a foundation for inspiration on the road to becoming a world champion. Norton also attributes what he learned from Think & Grow Rich for helping him to handle severe adversity from a near-fatal car accident in 1986.

Individuals will accomplish their particular goal(s) in proportion to the effort they put into following the Think and Grow Rich philosophy. Listening to and following the principles in this book will change your life. Think & Grow Rich is one of the greatest self-help books ever.

P.S. Another great book that Norton kept at hand on the road to becoming a world champion was Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude by Napoleon Hill and W. Clement Stone.

P.P.S. One more excellent companion to Think & Grow Rich is Everything I Needed to Know About Success, I Learned in the Bible (And So Can You!). This book uses principles of success from the Bible and Think & Grow Rich.

Members Reviews:

Saved My Life

I went through a period of anxiety attacks and if it weren't for the words this man spoke... Idk if I'd be here today. So much wisdom!! You really must keep your mind on those things you desire and off those things you don't and keep a positive mental attitude about it, backed by emotion and conviction. I'm healthy and alive and making great progress in life financially and otherwise! 1000 thumbs up for this audio book! :] :) :D

Not what you think

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes I would recommend it , but It is not the book it is his Video that he made that just covers the Principles in the book

Concise yet repetitive, repetitive.

The ending gets repetitive and may even completely repeat previous sections. The repetition seems to be intentional for emphasis.

Think & Grow Rich

This book I received it the first time in pdf as freebie for a program I purchased. When I realized I was able to listen to it from Napoleon himself I was so thrilled, his enthusiasm and care for the people are overtaking each time I listen to him. What a priviledge!!!

Timeless and solid information

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. It's a good foundation for someone trying to make real, lasting change in their lives. Don't be put off by the recordings being decades old. Most of the information can still be applied today. I've mentioned in previous reviews, there are motivational and personal development books. There are differences. Motivational will fire you up for a bit. Personal development will create lasting change.

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Title: Staying Awake

Subtitle: The Ordinary Art

Author: Mark Nepo

Narrator: Mark Nepo

Format: Original Recording

Length: 8 hrs and 27 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-15-12

Publisher: Sounds True

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 16 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

Most of us can remember a time when we felt completely awake - fully present, deeply engaged, our heart and mind wide open. We also know those periods of sleepiness when our purpose is unclear, we lose our way in relationship, and life's challenges seem more than we can bear.

In Staying Awake, Mark Nepo invites us to inhabit our tuest selves "in all ways in all directions", as we find our own voices in the One Conversation in which each of our lives is a story waiting to be told.

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Title: Guided Meditation for Mindful Eating

Subtitle: Lose Weight, Appetite Control, Heartburn & Indigestion, Silent Meditation, Self Help Hypnosis & Wellness

Author: Val Gosselin

Narrator: Val Gosselin

Format: Original Recording

Length: 42 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-17-12

Publisher: Hypnosis & Subliminal LLC

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

Do you spend your meals sitting in front of the tv or catching up on work, resulting in heartburn or indigestion from eating too fast? Are you often way too full after you eat, wondering why you ate so much? Would you like to discover a way of eating less and feeling satisfied while losing weight? You can with Guided Meditation for Mindful Eating.

By using the Guided Meditation for Mindful Eating program, you will discover a technique that focuses on the food on your plate and in your mouth, seeing it in a new, satisfying way. Learn to appreciate your food and absorb every bit of goodness it has to give you. Guided Meditation for Mindful Eating will work with your subconscious mind to develop a new awareness of food that will leave you feeling full and satisfied quicker and will reduce indigestion and heartburn by slowing down your eating habits and letting your truly enjoy your meal.

It is suggested to listen to Guided Meditation for Mindful Eating for 21 days in a row to yield the best results.

Members Reviews:

Very Relaxing

Would you listen to Guided Meditation for Mindful Eating again? Why?

Yes, I will listen to this audio book again. Hopefully for the 21 days it suggests we do. I don't know if I fall asleep or if I'm under hypnosis while Im listening to it. But when I open my eyes I feel fine, not tired. So that was a good result for me.

Very soothing.

This meditation is worth the first 15 minutes alone. The narrator had a beautiful and comforting voice.

Nice voice and it works

She has a nice voice. Very relaxing to fall asleep to. Best part is it works. I've been eating less and more mindfully. Been listening for a week.

Nice but not that effective.

I persisted with this book for the recommended 21 days, and while it conjures up some lovely imagery (tropical islands, warm, sunny beaches) I'm not sure that it really had much effect on my eating habits. For the first few days it made me think "Do I really want to finish everything on my plate?" but then, I was back to normal . . .

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Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Shaping the New You

Subtitle: 101 Encouraging Stories about Dieting and Fitness...and Finding What Works for You

Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark (editor), Richard Simmons (foreword)

Narrator: Joyce Bean, Buck Schimer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-30-11

Publisher: Chicken Soup for the Soul on Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 36 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

Theres nothing better than hearing the success stories of other people. Listen to what worked for them and what didnt. Youll find your own path to success in these 101 stories about getting fit and shaping the right body for you. Listen to Richard Simmons own story and also hear inspirational stories about:

Members Reviews:

A great walking companion :)

I purchased this book to help motivate me back into a fitness/ weight loss regime. It was so good to have all these peoples stories keeping me company as I aimed to do the same thing they were talking about.

Lots of variety in the stories and I never got bored listening. I only listened while I was walking, I saved it for that purpose only. 5.5 kgs down by the end of the book and starting to jog :))

great motivator

I've listened to the over and over.. I can't get enough.hearing Richard Simmons story is awesome

Meh

This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?

I think this was geared more towards a senior audience.

How did the narrator detract from the book?

One of the narrators had a smokers voice which was weird because it was about wellness.

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

bored

Any additional comments?

It was more like older people walking more and doing work out tapes. Not really motivating for a younger listener.

nice to listen to on your wellness journey

What made the experience of listening to Chicken Soup for the Soul: Shaping the New You the most enjoyable?

There were some very nice stories that brought up good points about the importance of taking care of ourselves. It was a positive and motivating book. I recommend it for people who are on a journey towards improved health and could use a little extra support.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Shaping the New You?

Majority of the stories talk about eating better and exercising for improved health and quality of life versus just fitting into a smaller pants size. Also, it didn't push for people to engage in any one particular diet or exercise. Everyone had a different story or experience that worked for him or her. I was able to take pieces from the stories and apply them to my life.

What does Joyce Bean and Buck Schimer bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

While I listened to them, it was listening to a friend tell me their own personal story over a cup of coffee.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Their was one part that literally moved me. One of the stories talked about a woman who made the decision to start swimming laps in the pool.

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Title: Little Red Book

Subtitle: Alcoholics Anonymous

Author: Alcoholics Anonymous

Narrator: Jason McCoy

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 43 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-24-11

Publisher: Big Happy Family, LLC

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 71 votes

Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration

Publisher's Summary:

This is the original study guide to the Big Book, Alcoholics Anonymous. Filled with practical information for those first days of sober living, this little book:

Members Reviews:

Helps me understand addicts in my life.

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

It's a serious content. at times difficult , painful topics for ppl and this guy is super chipper. Great voice but a little to Sunny if someone is bottoming out. None the less the message is life changing and a spiritual in content of me, healing. Not religion!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Every chapter. The whole book is.

Any additional comments?

Makes me a better person and understanding of an addict close to me in my personal life.

the little red book

Would you listen to Little Red Book again? Why?

Yes, I listen to this on my way to work. Whatever step I am on it gives me an overview.

What insight do you think youll apply from Little Red Book?

Timesaving.

Any additional comments?

Reader makes the material more interesting than the written book. I hear new things that I never noticed because I can replay the material.

Mixed emotions

Would you listen to Little Red Book again? Why?

I would listen again because I am interested in the material....

What was one of the most memorable moments of Little Red Book?

Many memorable moments when it is obviouse the narrator doesn't relate to what he is reading.

How could the performance have been better?

Would have been better without mis- inflections, missed punctuation...and if the narrator were a drunk(which is not an insult..just an inside joke)

What insight do you think youll apply from Little Red Book?

I get the material...it will help,me where I apply it.

Any additional comments?

The narrator is not at fault...he is obviously not a drunk. There are many inflections which were not correct, as well as mispronunciations and missed punctuation the director should have caught. ...and maybe would have if they understood the material or perhaps even read it. I got the feeling they threw it together to make a buck because they knew it was of interest, but didn't take the time to read the book. In fact if I had to guess I would say it was the narrators first read through. I may listen again because, knowing the material...having read the book and lived the experience...I still get information from it. I would love to see it redone properly.

red book will travel.

Would you listen to Little Red Book again? Why?

Yes I would and do.