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Previous blog posts are below.
Even Dogs Are “Finding the Gift”
I just had to post this precious photo of shop dog Bear from Parnassus Books in Nashville. Apparently he's been sneak-reading my book under the table! It's okay, Bear. All smart dogs practice mindfulness! Many of the metaphors that inspired each daily reading in Finding the Gift came from dogs, cats, birds and bunnies. It's no wonder Bear loves it! Read on! If you need a copy for yourself, or [...]
Why We Procrastinate and the Payoffs of Avoidance
I have been asked to develop this topic for Everyday Power Blog, a trusted source for inspiration and motivation. In doing so, I uncovered FIVE (5) KEY PAYOFFS for avoidance and the fears attached. Good news—there's a way to tip the scale! Read all the way through to see which of these may be hidden reasons you're holding yourself back, and then give the exercises at the end a try. [...]
Breaking Free from the Imaginary Leash
Goldie's leash is real, but Henry's is imaginary. Henry just realized he is UNLEASHED! Hey FTG friends! In recent author talks for my book, Finding the Gift: Daily Meditations for Mindfulness, I've been having fun sharing about the December 29 entry, Life Lessons From the Dog. Dog lovers are everywhere so they can relate! During my talk, I also briefly discuss the daily meditation from November about the [...]
Some Resolutions Are Just Too Big
Happy New Year! Whew, it's been a while since I posted. Author talks and book events have kept me jumping, but I am so very grateful for the impact "Finding the Gift: Daily Meditations for Mindfulness" is making in people's lives and their perspectives. We're all in this together! January is the biggest month for most of us to think about our lives and make new resolutions. But for many, [...]
Angela Howell and America’s Love Doctor Discuss Mindfulness
Recently celeb psychologist Dr. Brenda Wade, a regular guest on The Today Show, Dr. Oz and Oprah, interviewed Angela Howell to discuss year-end mindfulness and her new book, Finding the Gift: Daily Meditations for Mindfulness. Click the replay to learn how Angela Howell practices mindfulness in her life and get her secret for how to become present in less than two seconds. Hint: find your feet, hands and breath! As [...]
The Norman Rockwell Illusion
Holidays are supposed to be a joy-filled, happy time with friends and family. Day after day of sparkling euphoria, right?! Don't we all long for the Norman Rockwell experience? What if after the timeless moments are captured, we showed each other what really goes on—the good, the bad and the ugly, and also the ordinary? I found an interesting book review in the New York Times written in 2013 for [...]
The Gifts of the Season
No, I have not finished my holiday shopping! Grrr ... I mean, Happy Tuesday! Every year it seems I get more and more Grinch-like when December rolls around. Maybe that's not fair. I'm not really a Scrooge and I have nothing against gifts. I just want to enjoy more of the simple, beautiful parts of the holidays and less of the should's and have to's. I'm convinced that the real [...]
FTG eBook Is Live With a Special Offer!
Hello my "Finding the Gift" friends! I am writing from a hotel in Knoxville and couldn't wait to announce that my eBook is now available for "Finding the Gift!" AND if you purchase the physical book from Amazon, the eBook is only $2.99! Both purchases are an Amazon-only special. Check it out here! http://www.amazon.com/Finding-Gift-Daily-Meditations-Mindfulness/dp/1517163722 If you've already bought a book, but want an eBook at the special price, no worries! You [...]
Open Minds Get More Gifts to Open
“Authentic, captivating, thought-provoking! Angela Howell’s insights remind the reader that in every life experience there is a gift waiting to be found … if we only dare to look deeper.” —Rachel Martinez, Certified Addiction Counselor Hello FTG Friends! Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! I hope each of you have a special time planned to celebrate with good food among great family and friends. I have a question for you to consider as [...]
A Reader Had Me in Tears
A few days ago, I received a private message from someone who purchased my new book, Finding the Gift: Daily Meditations for Mindfulness. I was just floored and with permission, have to share and comment. To protect anonymity, I will change certain details. Reader writes, "I ordered your book. I made it through the acknowledgments and the introduction, read the first two entries and then I got busy... So yesterday [...]
