Reviews
"I am in love with this book for many reasons. One is the tremendous amount of excitement that I have for Nanette and her dream of co-writing this book and seeing it made manifest. Another is the amazing compilation of powerful stories and experiences that were so beautifully shared, page after page. After I read each chapter, I enjoyed spending a few moments imagining the possible intention that led each writer to share this particular story. I found each unique story to be heart opening, rather profound, and sometimes very raw. As I continued to read, I resonated very deeply with a great deal of the authors’ personal pain, emotional voids, and feelings of being trapped and powerless throughout their lives. I shed tears followed by laughter, more tears, and don’t forget those moments where I paused to ponder my own behavioral tendencies and beliefs. After all, isn’t this book about finding answers in the heart?
"There’s one particular paragraph in Nanette’s “Trust Me” story that had me in tears, much to my surprise. When I am traveling, I usually carry inspirational material with me so I recently took this book on a business trip. I was sitting in a restaurant, reading and having my meal, when all of a sudden I began to sob. I read '…. Doubt and Worry threw a party and invited their pals. Uncertainty came with Anxiety and Fear. Unworthiness flirted with Impatience and Inadequacy and Confusion sat in the corner with Helplessness and Hopelessness.' Why would these words touch me on such a deep level? Because I found that this paragraph profoundly spelled out exactly what I had been feeling but I was unable to see it clearly until that very moment. Thank you for creating this powerful healing platform for me and so many others to cry, feel empathy, laugh, and share with those who are seeking to claim all of the many infinite gifts from the Universe."
Tracey Owens, Empowerment Catalyst, www.traceyowens.com
"There’s one particular paragraph in Nanette’s “Trust Me” story that had me in tears, much to my surprise. When I am traveling, I usually carry inspirational material with me so I recently took this book on a business trip. I was sitting in a restaurant, reading and having my meal, when all of a sudden I began to sob. I read '…. Doubt and Worry threw a party and invited their pals. Uncertainty came with Anxiety and Fear. Unworthiness flirted with Impatience and Inadequacy and Confusion sat in the corner with Helplessness and Hopelessness.' Why would these words touch me on such a deep level? Because I found that this paragraph profoundly spelled out exactly what I had been feeling but I was unable to see it clearly until that very moment. Thank you for creating this powerful healing platform for me and so many others to cry, feel empathy, laugh, and share with those who are seeking to claim all of the many infinite gifts from the Universe."
Tracey Owens, Empowerment Catalyst, www.traceyowens.com
"Finally, a resource letting us all know we are not alone in experiencing trials and troubles. Best yet, the solution is found in following F.A.I.T.H."
Dr. Patricia A. di Benedetto, Atlanta, Georgia
Dr. Patricia A. di Benedetto, Atlanta, Georgia
“The inspirational stories of personal encounters with road blocks of life illustrate how the authors found a detour, an alternative route of heartfelt faith that enabled them to steer clear of getting stuck in a rut on a rough road of life. I could relate to their challenges, was inspired by their courage, and marveled at their inner driving force to triumph over adversity to attain a constructive life-changing experience.”
Betty Jane Rapin, author of Dreams Designed by God for You, www.myspiritualexperiences.com
Betty Jane Rapin, author of Dreams Designed by God for You, www.myspiritualexperiences.com
“F.A.I.T.H. is very inspirational. It’s one of those great books you can carry around with you, choose a title/chapter that resonates with you at any point in time, and after reading a handful of pages, be blown away to new heights of inspiration. The authors’ integrity and transparency in their writing and sharing of their stories tells me that they have done their inner work, that what they have to share and their guidance for F.A.I.T.H. and living from the heart is from first-hand experience in how to heal your life through the trials of (sometimes unfathomable) amounts of adversity. Get F.A.I.T.H., read F.A.I.T.H., and your F.A.I.T.H. will shift you to new heights!”
Mary Simpson, Founder/Owner of Being Good Karma
Mary Simpson, Founder/Owner of Being Good Karma
“F.A.I.T.H. is an inspirational book including raw, honest stories about women who have learned to let go and surrender to the power of faith in their lives. If you’re stuck and wondering if you will ever break through, the real
stories in this book can help! From finding healing to succeeding in business to attracting a dream home, these women have navigated the ups and downs of life and created amazing results for themselves and hold the light now for thousands of other women to do the same.”
Dina Proctor, life & business coach, www.madlychasingpeace.com
Best-selling author of Madly Chasing Peace: How I Went from Hell to Happy in Nine Minutes a Day
stories in this book can help! From finding healing to succeeding in business to attracting a dream home, these women have navigated the ups and downs of life and created amazing results for themselves and hold the light now for thousands of other women to do the same.”
Dina Proctor, life & business coach, www.madlychasingpeace.com
Best-selling author of Madly Chasing Peace: How I Went from Hell to Happy in Nine Minutes a Day
“Fourteen women share their stories of moving from pain, fear, and struggle back to living Life with a capital L! Within this profound book, you will find hope and celebration as you resonate with first one and then another and another of these strong, courageous women.
“Julie Flippin discovers that not only does God believe in her value, she can believe in her own value as well; Laina Orlando learns that loving well means being an open and gracious receiver; Ricia Maxie recounts her process to manifest with a deadline looming. Eleven more stories will touch you deeply and inspire you to move forward in your own life with radical honesty and the expectation that you are never alone on this journey.
“That their stories are so different is just one of the great gifts of this collection. Different stories, yes, and the source of their answers can be the source of your answers—they are as close as your heart.”
Lili Hudson, Consulting Hypnotist and EFT Expert, www.SlenderStrongandFit.com
“Julie Flippin discovers that not only does God believe in her value, she can believe in her own value as well; Laina Orlando learns that loving well means being an open and gracious receiver; Ricia Maxie recounts her process to manifest with a deadline looming. Eleven more stories will touch you deeply and inspire you to move forward in your own life with radical honesty and the expectation that you are never alone on this journey.
“That their stories are so different is just one of the great gifts of this collection. Different stories, yes, and the source of their answers can be the source of your answers—they are as close as your heart.”
Lili Hudson, Consulting Hypnotist and EFT Expert, www.SlenderStrongandFit.com
"F.A.I.T.H. - Finding Answers in the Heart is a powerful book of short stories by amazing women willing to look at, heal, and move past the pain and sadness of relationship issues, alcoholism, sexual abuse, and so much more! They
reveal their souls in such a compelling and heartfelt way you immediately connect with these storytellers and their experiences. You are instantly uplifted by how they have applied what they've learned to their lives that you are inspired to bring more Love and F.A.I.T.H. into your own life. This is an excellent book to start and end your day, or pick up at any time you find yourself needing a little boost of hopefulness. I'm ordering a copy for all the significant women in my life!"
Stacy Corrigan, Love Liason, Manifestation Mentor and Author of the award-winning book Manifest Your Man
reveal their souls in such a compelling and heartfelt way you immediately connect with these storytellers and their experiences. You are instantly uplifted by how they have applied what they've learned to their lives that you are inspired to bring more Love and F.A.I.T.H. into your own life. This is an excellent book to start and end your day, or pick up at any time you find yourself needing a little boost of hopefulness. I'm ordering a copy for all the significant women in my life!"
Stacy Corrigan, Love Liason, Manifestation Mentor and Author of the award-winning book Manifest Your Man
"I have been listening to women’s stories my whole life. As a facilitator and psychotherapist, it is my great joy to be a sacred witness to the power of women and our personal transformations. These stories are some of the best! Well-written, heart-opening, tear-prompting, and mind-expanding, I really did make a deeper connection between my heart and mind. Is there anything more important for us as women than self-love? The path is beautifully demonstrated in this collection. Enjoy and be moved!"
Anyaa T. McAndrew, M.A., L.P.C., N.C.C., Goddess on the Loose
Anyaa T. McAndrew, M.A., L.P.C., N.C.C., Goddess on the Loose
“Many stories in this book of F.A.I.T.H. are heart wrenching with the loss of loved ones, loss of self, loss of possessions, and destroyed marriages. But the lesson of truth in all of these women’s stories is that we all have the power, with focus, faith, trust, and some elbow grease to make our lives exactly what we want them to be or even more than we can imagine.”
Kathlyn Wright, retired RN
Kathlyn Wright, retired RN
“I sat mesmerized by the stories in this book. Stories of real women facing real challenges, big challenges in life. I could not put it down. Part of me wanted to stop with each one reflecting on the truths, the courage and the, yes, faith of each person. But the other part of me was so enrolled that I kept on reading the stories back to back. In the end, I knew that I would now be able to take each one and spend time delving into that courage and faith as it reveals itself in my own life. This gem will allow you also to find a way to grow as a human being. Read and be moved and choose your own brave path by finding answers in the heart as these women did.”
Lynne Nault, Energy Healer
Lynne Nault, Energy Healer
“F.A.I.T.H. is a compilation of inspiring life stories intimately shared in a moving way by the talented authors. The authors dug deep and went inside to process a time that was challenging and memorable for them, a time that stretched them and had them make a powerful choice as to how they would move beyond this challenge in their lives. Then they shared their stories with their audience so that we might be inspired, chart a new direction, and find new energy to move forward in our own lives.“
Marie Fratoni, World’s Best Networking Coach, www.GetClientsEverywhere.com
Marie Fratoni, World’s Best Networking Coach, www.GetClientsEverywhere.com
“F.A.I.T.H. – Finding Answers in the Heart is a lovely collection of stories by fourteen women who’ve done just that—through many struggles, they have connected with the energy and power of the heart and found inspiring pathways to emotional freedom and happiness. The book is not only thoughtful and uplifting, but also a great read! Each of the stories is immediately riveting, from the first sentence onward—they are full of insight, perceptiveness, and ultimately, hope and change. There’s a lively variety in the women’s histories, obstacles, and pathways to healing. I think that each reader will find a story that speaks to her directly.
"I dived in eagerly to each woman’s personal, open, and touching account of how she found her way through incredible difficulties to a place of greater happiness and fulfillment. Teachers, spiritual guides, and coaches helped all the authors along the way, and all have chosen to give back by seeking in-depth training in a variety of coaching practices in order to help others find their way through life’s challenges. Based on reading their stories, I imagine that each of these women would be wonderful to work with on finding healing, creative expression, and connection with the intuitive, wise self. Lessons from the book have stayed with me over the days since I finished, and I look forward to dipping in many times for more inspiration.”
Toni Littlestone, Career Counselor and Coach, Workvision, tonilittlestone.com
"I dived in eagerly to each woman’s personal, open, and touching account of how she found her way through incredible difficulties to a place of greater happiness and fulfillment. Teachers, spiritual guides, and coaches helped all the authors along the way, and all have chosen to give back by seeking in-depth training in a variety of coaching practices in order to help others find their way through life’s challenges. Based on reading their stories, I imagine that each of these women would be wonderful to work with on finding healing, creative expression, and connection with the intuitive, wise self. Lessons from the book have stayed with me over the days since I finished, and I look forward to dipping in many times for more inspiration.”
Toni Littlestone, Career Counselor and Coach, Workvision, tonilittlestone.com
“The wisdom in this inspiring book reminds me of the possibilities within each and every one of us to create delicious lemonade from the perceived “lemons” that life may offer us. Each story demonstrates the strength within us that we may have forgotten. You will feel uplifted and inspired after reading this lovely book.”
Wendy Watkins, Joy Strategist, www.wendywatkins.com
Wendy Watkins, Joy Strategist, www.wendywatkins.com
"Reading and feeling the words of these authors is remarkably inspirational! Knowing they have triumphed through their obstacles with F.A.I.T.H. fills the soul with encouragement and a sense of empowerment. Anything really is possible for each one of us."
Barbara Anselmi, Certified Law of Attraction and Energy Mastery Life Coach
Barbara Anselmi, Certified Law of Attraction and Energy Mastery Life Coach
“This book inspired me in ways I did not anticipate. Life stories shared with such an openness, honesty, and bravery! Chapter after chapter, the stories opened a door to somebody's life, like a pass to a different dimension, as if I picked up an ordinary pebble and discovered it to be a multifaceted diamond. The authors showed an unexpected richness of personality, history, and unique ways they were changed by life events.
"There were two important realizations. First, there is no "one fits all" answer for everybody. You have to learn to connect to your heart and see its beauty, learn to hear its “only for you” messages and answers. You have to trust your life, your guidance, your heart. The second gift from the book is feeling like I got one of James Bond's gadgets that allows me to see through the "shell" of "ordinary" people and know their greatness. Behind everybody's "façade” were untold stories of love, heartbreak, sacrifice, tears and joy, and everyday personal heroism. You see your life in a different way, reviewing it, realizing your worth. We are all an important part of this big life, enriching beingness with our personal experience, no matter how big or small, all living to open up our hearts to love and each other. Painting our own masterpiece, writing our stories . . . Thank you to everyone!”
Natalia Brodofsky, Freelance Artist/Illustrator
"There were two important realizations. First, there is no "one fits all" answer for everybody. You have to learn to connect to your heart and see its beauty, learn to hear its “only for you” messages and answers. You have to trust your life, your guidance, your heart. The second gift from the book is feeling like I got one of James Bond's gadgets that allows me to see through the "shell" of "ordinary" people and know their greatness. Behind everybody's "façade” were untold stories of love, heartbreak, sacrifice, tears and joy, and everyday personal heroism. You see your life in a different way, reviewing it, realizing your worth. We are all an important part of this big life, enriching beingness with our personal experience, no matter how big or small, all living to open up our hearts to love and each other. Painting our own masterpiece, writing our stories . . . Thank you to everyone!”
Natalia Brodofsky, Freelance Artist/Illustrator
“The amazingly honest stories in this collection embody the Four Noble Truths which Buddha gave once he attained enlightenment—life is suffering, the truth of the cause of suffering, the truth of the end of suffering, and the truth of the path that leads to the end of suffering. Suffering exists, it has a cause, an end, and has a cause to bring about its end.
"In each one of these stories, the writer shares the experience of deep suffering and what caused the suffering and takes us on the path that led to the end or the transformation of that suffering. Each woman was a brave warrioress in her approach to finding a way through her situation by looking for answers in her own heart and trusting what she found there. I was inspired by each one of these stories and admire the bravery it takes to share something so personal for the benefit of others.”
Julia Neiman, The Youth Entrepreneur Empowerment Coach, JuliaNeiman.com
"In each one of these stories, the writer shares the experience of deep suffering and what caused the suffering and takes us on the path that led to the end or the transformation of that suffering. Each woman was a brave warrioress in her approach to finding a way through her situation by looking for answers in her own heart and trusting what she found there. I was inspired by each one of these stories and admire the bravery it takes to share something so personal for the benefit of others.”
Julia Neiman, The Youth Entrepreneur Empowerment Coach, JuliaNeiman.com
"The space of the heart is the place where all our power exists. Those courageous enough to explore the inner workings of their mind are rewarded with a deeper experience of the meaning of being alive and living fully and openly. Finding
Answers in the Heart is a joyful and inspiring book that shares numerous personal journeys of those brave souls that were willing and committed to finding a depth of meaning in their own lives that was much greater than their ego selves, rising above what they thought they were capable of when the challenges seemed insurmountable.
"F.A.I.T.H. is a collection of 14 short, succinct, powerful, and captivating personal stories from those who’ve stepped into their own personal greatness sharing their insights and their personal journeys to inspire readers in their own awakening. This fabulous book caught and held my attention as I read each captivating story with tremendous curiosity and anticipation. A MUST read for sure!
Nancy Battye, author of the forthcoming book Going to Bed with My Shoes On, www.nancybattye.com
Answers in the Heart is a joyful and inspiring book that shares numerous personal journeys of those brave souls that were willing and committed to finding a depth of meaning in their own lives that was much greater than their ego selves, rising above what they thought they were capable of when the challenges seemed insurmountable.
"F.A.I.T.H. is a collection of 14 short, succinct, powerful, and captivating personal stories from those who’ve stepped into their own personal greatness sharing their insights and their personal journeys to inspire readers in their own awakening. This fabulous book caught and held my attention as I read each captivating story with tremendous curiosity and anticipation. A MUST read for sure!
Nancy Battye, author of the forthcoming book Going to Bed with My Shoes On, www.nancybattye.com
"F. A. I. T. H. – Finding Answers in the Heart is a heartwarming collection of inspirational stories telling how these fourteen incredible women have gone on remarkable journeys, overcoming amazing challenges, and learned to listen to
their hearts for solutions.
"Julie Flippin, in Dodging Bullets, grabbed my attention writing about her abusive father and his shotgun and how she used her faith and transformed her life into teaching people. Colleen Humphries in Money Burnout Blues explains the roller coaster ride for an entrepreneur and life coach. She also tells how to manifest what you want into your life. Trust Me! by Nanette Littlestone begins with a six-year-old’s very disturbing request. Fortunately, that did not come true and the story tells how this beautiful collection of inspirational stories was born into life and became the book."
Don Kreuter, Nature and Wildlife Photography, http://Don-Kreuter.ArtistWebsites.com
their hearts for solutions.
"Julie Flippin, in Dodging Bullets, grabbed my attention writing about her abusive father and his shotgun and how she used her faith and transformed her life into teaching people. Colleen Humphries in Money Burnout Blues explains the roller coaster ride for an entrepreneur and life coach. She also tells how to manifest what you want into your life. Trust Me! by Nanette Littlestone begins with a six-year-old’s very disturbing request. Fortunately, that did not come true and the story tells how this beautiful collection of inspirational stories was born into life and became the book."
Don Kreuter, Nature and Wildlife Photography, http://Don-Kreuter.ArtistWebsites.com
"F.A.I.T.H. is a beautiful compilation stories about the courage to connect to and trust in the powerful answers that one has within."
Rachel Christie, Life Coach, www.RachelChristieCoaching.com
Rachel Christie, Life Coach, www.RachelChristieCoaching.com
“The journey towards healing begins with the simple understanding that we are not human beings having spiritual problems but rather spiritual beings having human problems. F.A.I.T.H. is a collection of stories written by women who courageously share their personal struggles that led them to this truth and to their awesome ability to help others. This inspiring book opens the reader's heart with the reminder that no matter our suffering we are never alone and there is always hope and purpose.”
Mike Litrel, MD, FACOG, CEO of Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists and author of The Eyes Don’t See
Mike Litrel, MD, FACOG, CEO of Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists and author of The Eyes Don’t See
"The stories contained in F.A.I.T.H. model the importance of integrating spiritual life with the everyday challenges of being human. Make no mistake, this is hard won territory. There are many inspirational moments that are relevant whether or not one practices a faith tradition."
Dr. Rev Gina Rivers, D.C., Certified Life Cycle Celebrant and Spiritual Creativity Facilitator
Dr. Rev Gina Rivers, D.C., Certified Life Cycle Celebrant and Spiritual Creativity Facilitator
