Book Reviews

In The Garden of Thoughts by Dodinsky Book Review

May
02
2013
Dodinskys Book Review

Do you sometimes feel disconnected? Like somehow life stuff took over and left you stranded on a baron path in the middle of nowhere? Have you ever looked in the mirror and asked yourself who the person looking back at you is? We’ve all been there. Somewhere along the way we lose touch with what matters, we veer off the path meant for us… we forget where and who we are. Having Dodinsky’s “In the Garden of Thoughts” on your bookshelf is like having a personal roadmap to help you find your way back ‘home’.  Dodinsky’s soul-soothing quotes have a way of penetrating through all the layers of ego and landing right in the middle of that vaguely familiar but not-often–visited place of complete emptiness – the place where meaningful thinking and deep contemplating occurs.  It is here that our mask is gently removed, the ego dissolves, and we are left with the magnificent being that we are. Although any of us can go to this place, at anytime, it's often a difficult … [Read more...]

“My Bully and Me” by Danielle Viverito and Michelle Kohlas

Feb
10
2013
My Bully and Me by Danielle Viverito

Danielle Viverito and Michelle Kohlas have done it again. They have taken a difficult topic, this time, bullying, and presented it in an easy-to-read, beautifully illustrated story format that children will understand and adults can learn from. My Bully and Me not only takes us into the world of a young person experiencing bullying but it provides us with an insight into the feelings and thoughts of the person that is easy not to like - the bully himself. This latter perspective is critical if we’re ever going to make progress in eliminating bullying as the solution to this ever-growing epidemic will not be found through punishment which simply deals with the behavior. As My Bully and Me points out, a bully’s actions often stem from a very real cause whether it be a health issue, emotional problems, or being abused herself at home.  Seeing the bully from this viewpoint changes everything. It helps us to realize that the answer to solving this problem lies not in chastising the … [Read more...]

The Brave Souls Club by Danielle Viverito Book Review

Mar
14
2012
The Brave Souls Club LR

How do you explain to a little girl fighting for her life what it all means?  What do you say when a frail 6-year-old little boy asks "Am I going to die?" The Brave Souls Club by Danielle Viverito assists with that very daunting task in a gently written story that helps children who are battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses answer questions that most adults have a hard time answering – questions like "why me?" and "why does sickness happen?" Battling a life-threatening illness herself, Danielle brings a level of authenticity to the story that can only come from a place of genuine empathy.  Through carefully selected words, a heartwarming storyline, and realistic characters, she takes a very difficult topic and tenderly transforms it into one of simplicity, understanding, and compassion.  Every sick child who reads this book will be left feeling like the extraordinary little person that we adults already know they are. The Brave Souls Club should be a staple … [Read more...]

Open Heart: Your Life Your Choice by Jan Campbell – Book Review

May
28
2011
Your Life Your Choice

If you are ready to take responsibility for your circumstances, if you’re tired of being a victim, if you are willing to accept that making different choices is the only way you are going to receive different results, then you need to run, not walk, to the nearest book store and grab Your Life Your Choice by Jan Campbell. We have all been hurt from bad choices we’ve made in the past. Jan artfully speaks to those bruised places with wisdom and effectiveness to help us walk out of that wounded place! She writes from her heart and from personal experience in a very honest and candid fashion. It’s this raw honesty about her own bad choices and the consequences that came with them that, early on, establishes a level of trust and a willingness from the reader to listen to what she has to say and to learn the lessons that she learned the hard way. Throughout the book, Jan challenges us to be open and honest with ourselves and offers helpful suggestions and action steps for us to … [Read more...]

My Review of The Ultimate Guide to Sex and Disability

Apr
23
2011
sex

I purchased this book a few weeks ago, as I have been having some serious problems with intimacy due to my pain-riddled body. As it is such a taboo topic, I thought maybe a book would explain the situation more clearly, and perhaps give me some suggestions on how to feel remotely attractive (as chronic illness does not equal sexy feelings!). The book is excellent for breaking down myths about sexuality and those who have disabilities and chronic illness. It teaches you that just because you don’t have the same interpretations and sensations as before, doesn’t mean that there aren’t still places on your body that will respond favorably to touch. As someone who used to work at an “adult” store, I didn’t need much help in learning about the wide variety of toys that can be used. However, for those without that background knowledge, I think it could be a very helpful set of suggestions! My favorite part of the book were the exercises at the end of each chapter. … [Read more...]

Book Review Requests

Jan
16
2011
Book Review Requests

If you are the author or publisher of a book that you would like reviewed by a member of the Fight Like A Girl Club Power Team, please fill out the form below. We are most qualified to review books related to human ailments, wellness, fitness, nutrition, and other health-related topics but will consider other topics as well (please note that we will not consider reviews on X-rated subject matter). In exchange for a book review, we ask that you provide the Power Team member who will be doing the review with a courtesy "printed" copy of the book. Please note that due to the nature of the Fight Like A Girl Club's article schedule, your book will most likely receive slideshow/home page exposure, however, the number of days that  your book will remain on the slideshow will vary depending on a number of factors. After its slideshow appearance, it will remain in the Book Review category of our Power Blog indefinitely. … [Read more...]

Book Review/Tour: How To Be Sick by Toni Bernhard

Sep
04
2010
How To Be Sick Book Review

I know that everything brought forth to this website is supposed to be original material, but I have stumbled upon something so great, that it needs to be shared with as many people as physically possible. As a result, here is the virtual book tour with Toni Bernhard - regarding her AMAZING book - How To Be Sick. VIRTUAL BOOK TOUR I am oh so pleased to bring Toni Bernhard's virtual book tour to my blog!!  Toni has been a friend to myself and this blog for a long time now, and she is just as wise as she is wonderful.  I am working my way through the book right now, and even though it pains me to hear how she got sick, it comforts me to know that I am not alone in my fight with this crippling illness.  By merging the beautiful teachings of Buddhism and the issues of the chronically ill and their caregivers, Toni has managed to produce a book that is going to be a great comfort to the all of those dealing with sickness (directly or indirectly).  HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Q: How … [Read more...]