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At Bella Vita Consulting, we see the things we choose to read as tools to support and nourish us in the process of cultivating a beautiful life. We welcome your additions to the list!
The
Cultural Creatives
Paul H. Ray, Ph.D. and Sherry Ruth Anderson, Ph.D.
If you ever think that there might be more to life than money and materialism
and if you sometimes feel alone in your desire to make the world a better
place, this might be the book for you. The Cultural Creatives offers a
hopeful look into the future. It shows us that we are not alone in our
desires and shows us how we can transition to a "saner and wiser
culture.
Traveling
Mercies: Some Thoughts on Faith
Anne Lamott
I first read this book when it was published in 1999, but I find myself going back to it again and again. Anne Lamott's words continue to surprise and delight me. Her ability to walk through adversity and speak her truth with both humility and humor is always an inspiration. Since this is a series of short essays, I've found it to be a great tool for supporting a daily reflection process.
Ten
Poems to Change Your Life
Roger Housden
My dear friend, the poet Linda Jenkins, introduced me to the richness of poetry, showing me how it can bring new texture and richness to my life. While I don't usually find these types of poetry collections too inspiring, Roger Housden has really picked some treasures, especially his selection by Mary Oliver. This book may not change your life, but I guarantee you'll find something to add to the beauty in your life.
Meditations
On Design:Reinventing Your Home With Style and Simplicity
John Wheatman
I discovered this
little jewel at Toyon Books in Healdsburg, CA. (It is one of those privately-owned
bookstores that is fast disappearing so my pleasure in finding this book
was doubled!) John Wheatman, a Bay Area designer, has combined beautiful
photography with his simple and elegant narrative. He has created a book
that speaks deeply and clearly to the importance of beauty and order in
our lives.
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