The Artist's Way

Author: Julia Cameron
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101156880
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 295

Book Description
"With its gentle affirmations, inspirational quotes, fill-in-the-blank lists and tasks — write yourself a thank-you letter, describe yourself at 80, for example — The Artist’s Way proposes an egalitarian view of creativity: Everyone’s got it."—The New York Times "Morning Pages have become a household name, a shorthand for unlocking your creative potential"—Vogue Over four million copies sold! Since its first publication, The Artist's Way phenomena has inspired the genius of Elizabeth Gilbert and millions of readers to embark on a creative journey and find a deeper connection to process and purpose. Julia Cameron's novel approach guides readers in uncovering problems areas and pressure points that may be restricting their creative flow and offers techniques to free up any areas where they might be stuck, opening up opportunities for self-growth and self-discovery. The program begins with Cameron’s most vital tools for creative recovery – The Morning Pages, a daily writing ritual of three pages of stream-of-conscious, and The Artist Date, a dedicated block of time to nurture your inner artist. From there, she shares hundreds of exercises, activities, and prompts to help readers thoroughly explore each chapter. She also offers guidance on starting a “Creative Cluster” of fellow artists who will support you in your creative endeavors. A revolutionary program for personal renewal, The Artist's Way will help get you back on track, rediscover your passions, and take the steps you need to change your life.

It's Never Too Late to Begin Again

Author: Julia Cameron
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0399174214
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
“The book you hold in your hands is the distillate of a quarter century’s teaching. It is my attempt to answer, ‘What next?’ for students who are embarking on their ‘second act.’” —Julia Cameron Julia Cameron has inspired millions with her bestseller on creativity, The Artist’s Way. In It’s Never Too Late To Begin Again, she turns her eye to a segment of the population that, ironically, while they have more time to be creative, are often reluctant or intimidated by the creative process. Cameron shows readers that retirement can, in fact, be the most rich, fulfilling, and creative time of their lives. When someone retires, the newfound freedom can be quite exciting, but also daunting. The life that someone had has changed, and the life to come is yet to be defined. In this book, Cameron shows readers how cultivating their creative selves can help them navigate this new terrain. She tells the inspiring stories of retirees who discovered new artistic pursuits and passions that more than filled their days—they nurtured their souls. This twelve-week course aimed at defining—and creating—the life you want to have as you redefine and re-create yourself, this book includes simple tools that will guide and inspire you to make the most of this time in your life: - Memoir writing offers an opportunity to reflect on and honor past experience. This book guides you through the daunting task of writing an entire memoir, breaking it down into manageable pieces. - Morning Pages—private, stream-of-consciousness writing done daily—allow you to express wishes, fears, delights, resentments, and joys, which in turn, provide focus and clarity for the day at hand. - Artist Dates encourage fun and spontaneity. - Solo Walks quell anxiety and clear the mind. This fun, gentle, step-by-step process will help you explore your creative dreams, wishes, and desires...and help you quickly find that it’s never too late to begin again.

The Artist's Way

Author: Julia Cameron
Publisher: Souvenir Press
ISBN: 1782837655
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
'A really good starting point to discover what lights you up' - Emma Gannon 'Unlock your inner creativity and ease your anxiety' Daily Telegraph THE MULTI-MILLION-COPY WORLDWIDE BESTSELLER Since its first publication, The Artist's Way has inspired the genius of Elizabeth Gilbert, Tim Ferriss, Reese Witherspoon, Kerry Washington and millions of readers to embark on a creative journey and find a deeper connection to process and purpose. Julia Cameron guides readers in uncovering problems and pressure points that may be restricting their creative flow and offers techniques to open up opportunities for growth and self-discovery. A revolutionary programme for personal renewal, The Artist's Way will help get you back on track, rediscover your passions, and take the steps you need to change your life. 'Each time I've learned something important and surprising about myself and my work ... Without The Artist's Way, there would have been no Eat, Pray, Love' - Elizabeth Gilbert

The Art of Retirement

Author: Gary S. Williams
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780986044304
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
What is your definition of a fulfilling life and how does an enjoyable retirement fit into that vision? Life is short; we have a limited time to choose our path, reach or dreams and goals and make our lives gratifying and our legacy everlasting.I wrote The Art of Retirement to serve as a guide; a book to help you with your life's journey by educating and inspiring you to make the most of your time on this planet or as Ronnie Lott would say, "Exhaust life." Retirement planning is much more than making sure you have enough money. Of course this is important and thoroughly discussed; certainly the security and lifestyle that money provides is a key part of your life. However, the financial aspect of planning your retirement is just part of the picture.Life is like art in many respects. It is unique to each one of us. It has the opportunity to be great as well as the potential for less-then-desired results. Like a sculpture, it can be molded and changed. Or like a painter standing in front of a blank canvas, the future is limited only by creativity and resources--whether that is money or the number of colors available for your palette.In keeping with the art metaphor, I have woven the story of Michelangelo's life and art into The Art of Retirement to help you create your own life's masterpiece. As you read this book and begin the process of creating your masterpiece, you will:* Gain perspective on what you value. I will share the story of my dear friend and former NFL player, O.J. Brigance, and his battle with ALS to help you gain perspective and appreciate even with adversity (i.e. poor health, poor investment performance, unable to save enough, etc.) you can still strive to achieve the most rewarding life given your circumstances.* Understand how your emotions (and decisions) can be impacted by our 24/7 access to financial news through broadcast media, print media, and the Internet. Being armed with knowledge of behavioral finance will allow you to avoid costly mistakes due to how our brain deals with money and financial issues.* Be inspired by real-life stories of people: o Who turned hobbies into second careers o Who used the skill set they learned in the business world to improve a non-profit organization o Who used their unique skills from their occupation (i.e., eye doctor) to help those less fortunate around the world* Learn the difference between planning retirement haphazardly without a plan, using rules-of-thumb, or using financial planning software to analyze retirement needs to compare to your resources.* How to accurately determine your risk tolerance and capacity, the most important and first step to building an investment portfolio.* Gain perspective of how investments behave while understanding current and potential future economic trends that may affect the traditional approaches of investment management.* Learn when active vs. passive management may be the best investment solution and how to implement alternative investments, such as hedge funds and private equity, to potentially minimize risk through diversification while increasing investment performance.* Introspectively look at your life to determine if you have the time, training and temperament to manage your own investments and plan for your retirement.* Appreciate the differences among the multitude of advisors and how to select a competent one that can become your trusted partner.Through the lens of both my personal life and experiences--raised by my father and growing up in a blue collar, welfare-dependent home--and through my occupation as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER(tm) practitioner, I will share my experience and knowledge to help you enjoy a beautiful life and create a legacy that stands the test of time--a Masterpiece!

The Artist's Way for Retirement

Author: Julia Cameron
Publisher: Hay House, Inc
ISBN: 178180687X
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 369

Book Description
‘Most of us have no idea of our real creative height. We are much more gifted than we know. My tools help to nurture those gifts.’ The Artist's Way movement began more than two decades ago and has now helped millions of people around the world to discover - and recover - their creativity. Whether you want to work on a large artistic project or simply wish to experience more creativity in your life, The Artist's Way for Retirement is the perfect guide to help anyone wanting to live a more creative and vital life. Packed with engaging, thought-provoking exercises and useful tools designed to help unlock your creative energy, this book will enable you to pursue creative activities with confidence, realize the creative dreams you have been harbouring and enjoy the freedom and independence that retirement offers. Using a range of artistic forms and styles, and devised to address and support the emotional upheaval that retirement can bring, this book will take you on remarkable and transformative creative adventures.

Artist's Way for Retirement

Author: Julia Cameron
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781401950675
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 272

Book Description
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The Art of Retiring Gracefully

Author: Barrett Williams
Publisher: Barrett Williams
ISBN:
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 136

Book Description
Introducing "The Art of Retiring Gracefully" – your comprehensive guide to navigating the golden years with confidence, joy, and purpose. Dive into a wealth of practical advice, insightful strategies, and inspiring stories that will empower you to embrace this exciting new chapter of life. **Chapter 1 sets the stage**, debunking myths and guiding you through the emotional journey of retirement. **Chapter 2 tackles financial readiness**, offering tips on assessing your financial health, creating a budget, and devising effective investment strategies. Staying healthy is key, and **Chapter 3** focuses on maintaining physical and mental wellness. From understanding Medicare to planning long-term care, **Chapter 11** ensures you're well-prepared to manage your healthcare and insurance needs. Establishing and nurturing relationships is crucial. **Chapter 4** is dedicated to building a robust support network with family and friends. Discover how to maintain meaningful connections and find new social circles that enrich your life. Uncover your passions in **Chapter 5**, as you explore volunteering, hobbies, and other fulfilling activities. Then, smoothly transition from work to leisure with advice from **Chapter 6** on balancing your time and productivity. Creating a new routine post-retirement can be challenging, but **Chapter 7** offers a blueprint for establishing daily habits, setting goals, and incorporating flexibility. Dream of traveling? **Chapter 8** provides tips for planning affordable trips and exploring new cultures. Never stop learning with **Chapter 9's** focus on lifelong education and fun learning opportunities. Simplify your living space and lifestyle in **Chapter 10**, creating a clutter-free and stress-free environment. Embrace technology in **Chapter 14** to stay digitally connected and safe. **Chapter 12** prepares you emotionally for retirement's shifts, helping you build resilience and combat loneliness. Learn from case studies and success stories in **Chapter 15**, and explore spirituality and reflection in **Chapter 16**. **Chapter 17** equips you to handle unexpected challenges, while **Chapter 18** encourages cultivating gratitude and joy. Finally, **Chapter 19** helps you design a meaningful and intentional retirement, harnessing creativity to live a fulfilling life. "The Art of Retiring Gracefully" is your essential companion for a vibrant, purposeful, and joyous retirement. Embrace the journey and redefine your golden years!

Flourishing in Retirement

Author: Shelly Dale
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1038303176
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
After many successful (or maybe just stressful) years in your career, you finally have the chance to say goodbye to the demands of work and retire. But, like it or not, work is often a central part of our adult lives and even identities. Rather than enjoying your hard-earned rest, you might find yourself asking . . . now what? Retirement doesn’t have to be intimidating, and planning for it doesn’t just need to involve your finances or picking up hobbies just so you can stay busy. It can also be an exciting opportunity for growth, self-discovery, intention, and self-care—an opportunity to embrace joy. That’s what Flourishing in Retirement: A Five-step Guide to Joy for the Post-career Woman is all about. Backed up by research and author Shelly Dale’s own experiences as a post-career woman, this book will help women (and any other retiree who needs it) build a retired life in which they feel empowered each day and unconditionally love themselves. It includes helpful activities such as meditations and mind-maps and thorough guides to coping behaviours, mindset shifts, and other healing techniques. It's time to bust common myths about retirement, break out of stinking thinking, and take this chance to rediscover yourself, your priorities, and those daily glimmers that enrich our lives. You deserve a joyous life and retirement, and the five steps in this book will help you make joyous living a constant practice.

Pre- and Post-Retirement Tips for Librarians

Author: Carol Smallwood
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 083891120X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 257

Book Description
Smallwood’s volume offers insight, inspiration, and tips for those already retired as well as those thinking about retiring.

Where to Retire

Author: John Howells
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493043676
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 369

Book Description
Where to Retire offers the best advice not only on where to relocate in the retirement years, but why people should pick up and move just as life is settling down and provides well-researched and completely revised and updated information on how to find the ideal home base for the retirement years. To help the decision-making process, the book offers a list of items to consider when selecting the ideal community: safety; climate; housing availability; cultural and recreation opportunities in the area; social compatibility; affordability; medical care; distance from relatives and friends; transportation; and jobs and/or volunteer opportunities. It gives readers clear snapshots of life in hundreds of the most affordable, comfortable, and stimulating places to retire in the United States, including locations in Florida, California, the Pacific Northwest, the Gulf Coast, the Ozarks, the Appalachians, the Southwest, and the Rockies. It’s a must-have guide that helps readers decide where to retire happily.