Personal growth books have played an important role in my life for a long time. As I was thinking about what I wanted to share with you this week, my mind kept straying to the title of one of my favorite books. I kept trying to ignore it until I realized that the book is one of many I would love to tell you about. It’s called, Joy is my Compass, by Alan Cohen. In it he says, “If you are at an important crossroads in your life, you are being challenged to make the all-important choice between what others want or expect you to be, and who you are. Love yourself enough to make yourself happy, and you will always be grateful you followed your path with heart.”
I even love his dedication. It says, “To Mary, who has shown me the light of my soul by reminding me that playing is as important as praying.” So I would encourage you to check out this book and, over the summer, remember to play often and let joy be your compass.
Let your spirit soar!
Paula
Spirit Rising Ministries 
Hi Paula,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Personal growth books have also played an important part in my life. That thought brings a smile because at one point if anyone had looked at the books on my bookshelves it looked like the self-help section of the bookstore/library. “How much help can one person need?” I thought. And, then laughed, because they’ve each helped me tremendously.
And, yes, throught it all I’ve found that when I follow what brings me joy, my life is fuller. Not with stuff, with happiness and contentment. I’ve found that the stuff I accumulate can actually become an obstacle to that happiness and contentment.
I recently wrote a piece, “Cultivating Joy” that I’d like to share.
http://www.livingbeyondthecliches.com/index_files/CultivatingJoy.htm
What we focus on, which is investing our energy in, ultimately grows.
: )
Christine
Hi Christine,
I loved your beautiful message, both in your reply and in your essay. Thanks for sharing your thoughts as well. 🙂
Paula