Author: Cami Walker
I really enjoyed this quick-read book.
This gal Cami Walker has MS and was completely overwhelmed by major health problems and depression. It was very educational to read her description of all that people with MS deal with. She is such a great example of persevering and finding the good, even when life is hard.
Some of my favorite quotes from the book:
"One of the points of this exercise is to practice mindfulness . . . to offer each gift with a
sense of consciousness and intention. It's true that I did a number of nice things for
others today, but I didn't do them with the conscious intention of giving." Cami Walker
"From the first day I started giving, the energy in my life changed direction. I felt that I
wanted to be here... I'm more capable of receiving assistance and love. ... It is easier for
me to laugh and smile. Fun is easier to find. I am more in awe of the people around me
and tend to notice their good qualities rather than their 'flaws'." Cami Walker
This book suggests the most positive, uplifting way out of a mess. Any problem or challenge would only be helped by trying to have this kind of giving attitude. I was impressed by the change this gal made in her life and health by giving. It's more the attitude and thoughtfulness than what she gave (or what we give). I tried it and was blessed with a perspective of thinking of others every day.
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