“This book is the companion and community that every woman needs in her journey from spiritual awakening to living fully in her purpose. In these pages are insights and wisdom from women sharing the path to a more loving, joyful, and juicy life.” – Alice Greene, author of Inspired to Feel Good: Making Healthy and Fit Choices So Rewarding and Liberating You Never Want to Stop
“Much more than a collection of inspiring stories, Linda Joy’s A Juicy, Joyful Life explores the lives of extraordinary women who had the strength and courage to see the light ahead when all else appeared dark. Each empowering story encourages the reader to break away from old patterns and embrace and release the powerful woman living inside. Supportive and encouraging, Linda invites the reader to see the parallels in each story shared and take a personal journey to apply the message into their life through useful tips and thought-provoking questions.” – Kala Ambrose, Explore Your Spirit radio host and author of 9 Life Altering Lessons: Secrets of the Mystery Schools Unveiled
“The words on each page of A Juicy, Joyful Life were singing to me, familiar songs heard on my own personal journey, yet with new verses that tugged at my heartstrings. An immediate sisterhood was created with authors I have yet to meet but whose stories touched me deeply; kindred spirits brought together in this most inspiring and uplifting piece of work.” – Leslie Sturgeon, founder and President, Women Inspiring Women, New Hampshire’s largest women’s networking organization
“If you want to be happy, take these mind vitamins now! Linda Joy does it again! A Juicy, Joyful Life gives you every tool and resource to rise above your problems. Turn your sour into sweet, and embrace the life you’ll love.” – Deb Scott, award-winning author of The Sky is Green and The Grass is Blue— Turning Your Upside Down World Right Side Up!
“Thank you, Linda Joy, for gathering these stories of pain and perseverance, triumph and transformation. This book offers a simple yet profound gift: the inspiration and healing power of women sharing their journeys.” – Abby Seixas, author of Finding the Deep River Within: A Woman’s Guide to Recovering Balance and Meaning in Everyday Life
“Traditionally, grandmothers, mothers, and sisters have told their stories, passing their wisdom along the sacred web of life. When a woman shares her story, her pain can enrich us. When she doesn’t share her story, her pain can kill her. A woman’s story can light the spark of a thousand women. Linda Joy is that woman, and her book A Juicy, Joyful Life is that spark.” – Shakaya Leone, author of Naked Beauty and founder of
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