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Ordinary Goodness

The Surprisingly Effortless Path to Creating a Life of Meaning and Beauty

Edward Viljoen (Edward Viljoen)

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English
TarcherPerigee
15 January 2017
A call to action to live a life full of goodness and purpose

People often struggle to find a life filled with passion, happiness-and just plain goodness. This struggle drives many to depression and addictive tendencies. Author and New Thought minister Edward Viljoen argues that the struggle need not be an arduous or painful one-that through everyday acts of kindness, faith, and compassion we can create peaceful and contented lives. Using personal stories, practical tips, and exercises, this book shows us that regardless of our circumstances, we can create meaning and beauty in our lives and in the world. Viljoen offers deep insights, showing-

- How caring about ordinary things leads to meaningful and extraordinary life experiences

- How society's messages about perfection distract us from our ordinary goodness

- How faith is a muscle that must be exercised

People are always striving to live happy and fulfilled lives. This book reassures us that this is attainable-nothing extraordinary is required.
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Imprint:   TarcherPerigee
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 210mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 15mm
ISBN:   9780399183911
ISBN 10:   0399183914
Pages:   240
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Edward Viljoen is the author of The Power of Meditation, and coauthor of Seeing Good at Work (with Joyce Duffala), and Spirit is Callingand Practice the Presence (with Chris Michaels). He is the senior minister at the Center for Spiritual Living in Santa Rosa, California.

Reviews for Ordinary Goodness: The Surprisingly Effortless Path to Creating a Life of Meaning and Beauty

<i>Ordinary Goodness</i> is an <i>extraordinary</i> and practical guide on how to live in a world that seems unkind and yet is filled with opportunities for good. This book inspired me to be a better man. <b> Chris Michaels, author of <i>The Power of You</i></b> I encourage you to read <i>Ordinary Goodness </i>with a willingness to deepen your capacity to simply be an open vessel through which a life worth living may flow. <i>Ordinary Goodness</i> is anything but ordinary it is extraordinary. <b> Dennis Merritt Jones, author of<i> Your Redefining Moments</i> and <i>The Art of Uncertainty</i></b> <i>Ordinary Goodness</i> reminds me I can see goodness and kindness every day. Edward reminds all of us, that despite our failings, we really can be both good and kind. Brew a cup of tea and curl up with this insightful and achingly beautiful account of the mystery, paradox, and wonder of your life. You ll be glad you did! <b> Petra Weldes, author of <i>Joyous Living Journal </b> Edward eloquently shares with us the simplicity of revealing goodness in our lives. Kindness, compassion, faith, and goodness live within us. Our willingness to tap into these qualities creates a life of peace, harmony, joy, and wisdom. <b> Cynthia James, author of <i>I Choose Me: The Art of Being a Phenomenally Successful Woman at Home and at Work</i></b> Viljoen s practices will help readers become extraordinary in their expression of ordinary goodness. <b> Christian Sorensen, author of <i>Soar: Spiritual Guidance for Overcoming Life's Turbulence</i></b> Viljoen deftly describes a pathway to the kind of life that just about everyone would like to experience. <b> Jim Lockard, author of <i>Creating the Beloved Community</i></b> This superbly written book reminds us that our joy is genuinely felt when we are willing to channel simple acts of ordinary goodness. <b> David Ault, author of <i>The Grass Is Greener Right Here</i></b>


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