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I've Been Thinking . . .
I've Been Thinking . . .: Reflections, Prayers, and Meditations for a Meaningful Life | Maria Shriver
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A book of reflections for those seeking wisdom, guidance, encouragement, and inspiration on the road to a meaningful life As a prominent woman juggling many roles, Maria Shriver knows just how surprising, unpredictable, and stressful everyday life can be. In this moving and powerful book, she shares inspiring quotes, prayers, and reflections designed to get readers thinking, get them feeling, get them laughing, and help them in their journey to what she calls The Open Field--a place of acceptance, purpose, and passion--a place of joy. I've Been Thinking . . . is ideal for anyone at any point in her life. Whether you feel like you've got it all together or like it's all falling apart--whether you're taking stock of your life or simply looking to recharge, this is the book you will turn to again and again. Like talking with a close friend, it's the perfect companion--an exceptional gift for someone looking to move forward in life with hope and grace.
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KristenDuck
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Not sure my words are going to be able to express how much I loved this book.

I found Maria Shriver so inspirational, and there is so much I take from this book.

I would undoubtedly read it again for inspiration.

More than anything I love that she emphasizes hope, and we can never give it up.

If you never read a book I recommend, please... read this book.

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Djspens
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My son gifted everyone books this year. He wrote a personal note in each one. 🥰 I‘m anxious to read this. #proudmom

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Booksnob
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I love this book of essays, reflections and prayers. I read one essay every day before work. It was a great way to start the day.

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Brewychock48
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A wonderful book. It makes you want to be a better person. I highly recommend this book. This should be recommended for high schools or college.

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Brewychock48
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My Sunday reading. I really like Maria Shriver. Such an honest and caring person. It shows in her writing. I am really enjoying this book
Well,I finished it. Wonderful book. I highly recommend this book.

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Tomigirl44
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I‘ve been having a hard time reading the last few months so it took much longer to read this than it should have but it‘s a lovely book - honest and inspirational, I look forward to reading it again (and I never read books twice with all the books waiting to be read). Five 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 for this one.

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Tomigirl44
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One of the books 📚 I‘m reading this weekend. #24in48

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Tomigirl44
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I‘m enjoying this one - short, easy to read chapters, nice to read a chapter or two at a time and contemplate; it‘s not a book to rush through.

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BookBelle84
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I read this in a day. I also took notes because I wanted to be able to remember and consider her words in my own life. Such a smart woman with wise words. This is great reading for everyone on how to treat yourself and others and that everyone has a purpose.

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BlueStockingReviews
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A beautiful and inspiring book to help ignite reflection and clarity. Perfect gift for women struggling with the ups and downs of life‘s rollercoaster!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
https://www.bluestockingreviews.com/blog/i-ve-been-thinking

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jillrhudy
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Each of these essay-devotionals ends with a sweet little non-sectarian prayer. The book is full of hard-won insights from a woman who has lived through a lot. My fave was when she had a weeping fit in Bed Bath & Beyond over outfitting an apartment and dorm room for departing kids. Sounds like me. #motherhood #inspiration Photo is from

https://www.aceshowbiz.com/events/Maria%20Shriver/maria-shriver-signs-copies-of-...

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jillrhudy
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Very nourishing. A great little contemplative book of tiny essay-devotionals. Heard about it via the On Being podcast. Still working my way through. #nonfiction #inspirational

Aimeesue Krista Tippett brings it, again. I just bought a book I heard about in the America Ferrera/John Paul Lederach episode (which was a FABULOUS episode that everyone should listen to, btw) 😋 (edited) 6y
jillrhudy Really? I skipped over that one. I‘ll lend it an ear. 6y
Aimeesue @jillrhudy I‘m pretty heavily into social justice and seeing things from different viewpoints, and how things change, so it really appealed to me. Still thinking about it, actually. 6y
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jillrhudy @Aimeesue I seem to be behind on everything except my job: dr appointments, laundry, housework, reading (but not Bleak House!), therapy exercises AND podcasts! I did listen to this one and WOW. I loved that thing about your 200 year life. 6y
jillrhudy @Aimeesue A Lovespan, if you will, in which your great-grandparents pour love into you and you pour that same love into the youngest person in your family that you hold in your arms. PROFOUND!!! 6y
Aimeesue @jillrhudy A Lovespan! That's a wonderful way to put it. ❤️❤️❤️ (edited) 6y
jillrhudy I told Steve and he teared up and showed me a photo of himself with his great-grandparents. 6y
Aimeesue @jillrhudy I saw it! ❤️❤️❤️ 6y
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JoyBlue
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This is Day 6 sick in bed. So, admittedly, I read this book in a heavily drugged state. I vaguely remember liking a previous book or two of hers better. But, this was a fine/pleasant/easy read. Shriver is a kind, smart lady.

cobwebmoth Hope you're feeling better soon! 7y
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Purrfectpages Only good part of being sick is catching up on books, if you‘re up to it. Feel better! 7y
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JoyBlue Thanks for your warm wishes all! You make me smile. 😁 7y
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Mommaboyd1
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Very uplifting and a wonderful book to give as a gift. I read a chapter a day and will re-read it again and again.