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"Every human person is noble and of royal blood."  
- Meister Eckhart

 

Twelve Gifts of Birt


The Twelve Gifts of Birth

There is no more magical moment than when a newborn baby is laid in a mother's arms. What was for many months a dream and a mystery is now a miraculous new person at the threshold of a life filled with possibilities.

Through a tender, inspiring tale, The Twelve Gifts of Birth reveals the birthright inheritance that all children receive at this moment. Wise women, otherwise known as fairy godmothers, announce the twelve gifts in the form of blessings and show how to use them to enrich one's life.

This keepsake book encourages new parents to nurture and protect the wondrous qualities that have been bestowed on their tiny miracles. When shared with young children, this message helps form within them a strong foundation of self-respect and values. For teens and adults, this story offers healing and hope during times of diminished self-esteem and uncertain transition. It reminds all readers to see the dignity that is inherent in themselves and others. 

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Twelve Gifts of Healing


The Twelve Gifts for Healing

In every life there are times of overwhelming pain, loss, and uncertainty. Through a compassionate, inspiring tale, The Twelve Gifts for Healing offers words of encouragement that remind us to reach inside to find peace and strength whenever we face hardships. This beautifully illustrated keepsake book provides readers with renewed faith in themselves to help them through the difficult times -- whether the challenge is an illness, divorce, or the death of a loved one.

The Twelve Gifts for Healing opens with a story of a troubled woman searching for healing with the help of Mater, a wise woman. Her discovery and the twelve affirmations that follow give readers comfort, hope, and a sense of peace, as well as the promise of opportunity in the midst of loss. With a gentle yet powerful message, The Twelve Gifts for Healing encourages readers to become more aware of their own gifts and to help others to see theirs in turn -- making The Twelve Gifts for Healing a cherished companion on life's journey. 

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Twelve Gifts of Healing


The Twelve Gifts in Marriage

Anyone who's ever said "I do" knows that a successful marriage takes commitment, hard work, and patience. Marriage is a journey, one that requires a couple to use all of their inherent gifts if they are to steer a true and steady course. The Twelve Gifts in Marriage provides insight that all couples on this journey will cherish.

The Twelve Gifts in Marriage opens with a parable: an elderly couple cautions a young bride and groom that their life together won't always be blissful or easy, but that their love will grow deeper with time if they remember to practice twelve innate gifts -- among them strength, faith, and compassion. For the couple just starting out in their life together, this fable will help them navigate the road ahead. For the couple in the midst of their travels, it encourages appreciation of destinations reached as well as perspective on what is yet to come

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Los Doce Dones del Nacimiento


Los Doce Dones del Nacimiento


No existe momento más maravilloso que el instante en que colocan a un recién nacido en los brazos de su madre. Lo que por muchos meses fue un sueño y un misterio es ahora una novedad y un milagro en el umbral de una vida llena de posibilidades.

Por medio de un relato delicado e inspirador, Los Doce Dones del Nacimiento revela los derechos a los que todo niño se hace acreedor en ese instante. Las sabias mujeres conocidas también como hadas madrinas, anuncian estos doce dones o bendiciones, y muestran cómo usarlos para enriquecer la vida.

Este libro de regalo exhorta a los padres a que nutran y protejan las maravillosas cualidades que les han sido concedidas a sus diminutos milagros. Cuando este mensaje se comparte con los pequeños, les ayuda a formar una base sólida de valores y respeto personal. Para los adolescentes y adultos esta historia brinda sanación y esperanza en momentos de inseguridad y transición, o en instantes en que la estima propia disminuye. Les recuerda a los lectores que busquen la dignidad en sí mismos y en los demás. 

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The Twelve Gifts of Birth - Music CD


Product Description
- The Twelve Gifts of Birth CD, original songs inspired by Charlene Costanzo's book, is not typical children's music. This stunning production, which combines the angelic voice of Susan Kay Wyatt with an adult and children's chorus, is a musical journey that explores the gifts we all possess. Along this journey are meditative pop sounds and exciting percussive tracks, including gospel, hip-hop, calypso and traditional jazz. This music is for every child and the child in every adult.  Parents, you are likely to listen to this CD even when your kids are not with you.  Teachers, share this music with your students and watch them connect to their inner greatness.  If you are in a choir you may very well want to perform this music.  Whenever you need a little reminder of who you are, listen to this CD.

About the Artist - Susan Kay Wyatt is a dynamic vocal artist and songwriter dedicated to inspiring adults and children alike with her message of empowerment and passion for love and life. Her previous works include Speak the Word and Something Sacred Here. Now she teams up with neuroscientist Rob Peters and music therapist Kasi Peters to co-write and co-produce The Twelve Gifts of Birth. Together they share a common passion and the urgent need to spread the message that we are all born with the gifts of strength, beauty, courage, compassion, hope, joy, talent, imagination, reverence, wisdom, love and faith.

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Hope's Window: Opening The Twelve Gifts

In this developing new work, Charlene invites us to join her spiritual journey as she candidly recounts her own struggles and describes how she has witnessed the Twelve Gifts in her life and the lives of others.

Blending personal stories with fables, quotes, questions, and images, Hope’s Window reminds us that spiritual wealth is available to each of us in every moment. Like a personal workshop, this unique book will show how to tap into that treasure and bring it into our bodies, homes, relationships, work, finances, and dreams.



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