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More than a story. More than a self-help book. Inspiration and guidance on how to focus your life on what you love and live your dreams.P.S. This 'stuff' really works 'If you are searching for inspiration, guidance and a truly honest account of how to focus your life on what you love, to dream big and enable those dreams to become reality, this book is for you.' Grace Brady, Writer, Photographer and Foodie busylittlefoodie.blogspot.ieMy Kinda Magik is a modern life autobiographical journey infused with 'body, mind and Spirit' new age learning and wisdom. For the most part it is upbeat and lively...like the author This story - in many ways a journey in books - is a unique take on pop psychology complete with "how to" instructions on using and integrating the resources and learning from the popular self-help / body, mind and Spirit bookshelves, based on the author's own ongoing research and application of the techniques and tools, as well as the outcomes she achieved. She reveals what works for her like affirmations, visualisation, meditation and journal writing as well as sharing new resources - including the Weekly Goals Journal - she has developed and uses herself both personally, and in her InspirAction Coaching / Personal Empowerment Business.The book charts the personal development and self-discovery of the author Maria Bourke from her encounter with "The Celestine Prophecy" by James Redfield in Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam in the early 90s right up to Summer 2016. The story maps out the real unfolding of Maria's life - dealing honestly with recession Ireland, loss and heartache, the failure of two businesses and having to re-invent herself and the necessary soul searching, personal transformation and awareness this requires. She explores many avenues to heal her past, address her weaknesses and create a new empowered version of herself and a more sustainable "at peace" life which ultimately leads her to reveal and embrace her authentic self and real happiness.Review by Grace Brady, Writer, Photographer and Foodie behind http: //www.busylittlefoodie.blogspot.ie"Dream big, dream strong, dream happy. But above all, dream...and let your dreams become your reality". Maria Bourke's compelling book is a refreshingly honest and open account of her life and her dedication to focusing on what inspires her and makes her truly happy. Learning from her mistakes and successes throughout this journalised account of her life, it would be impossible not be absorbed by the sheer vastness of the difference between her life as a workaholic, successful business woman and the focused, life affirming, creative and passionate person she is today. It is not simply Maria's truthful, considered and often times hilarious accounts of pivotal moments in her life that make My Kinda Magik such a pleasure to read. Her ability to relay personal pitfalls, natural confusion over her goals and how she overcame her doubts about her career, family focus and life direction, speaks so readily to all of us.Maria is the kind of heart centred, honest life-enthusiast you would wish for in a friend. Reading her book is akin to sitting next to an old friend, cup of tea in hand, feeling nourished, inspired and humbled to hear of her life challenges and the adventure it all turned out to be.If you are searching for inspiration, guidance and a truly honest account of how to focus your life on what you love, to dream big and enable those dreams to become reality, this book is for you.

Exercises for self-reflection. Discover your truth and the REAL you. P.S. This 'stuff' really worksMy Kinda Magik - The Workbook - is a book of practical exercises to open and stretch your mind to new horizons and possibilities and recalibrate your perspective. The exercises were originally blogged by the author Maria B. Bourke between October 2013 and September 2014 and shared on social media.In Exercise 11 the author shares how to create The Weekly Goals Journal, a transformational and easy tool to incorporate into your weekly routine to deliberately set your intentions for the life you want to live. Encouragement from the author: If this is all new to you, do not dismay Many of us have found ourselves in exactly this position, wanting to become the master of our own life and destiny. It's a wonderful journey with many twists and turns. Like taking a raft onto a river...once you've started you keep being carried along whether you like it or not....so the sooner you start facing the challenges and lessons that are presented to you, the sooner you will come to know your true self and live an empowered life that you are proud of and excited about.If you would like to know more about my personal journey of self-discovery I have 'revealed all' in my book My Kinda Magik also available on Kindle.Continuing our river metaphor, whether you are a seasoned water baby or a raft-rookie welcome to the next stage of your journey Here's an abridged version of the introduction: In 2003 I signed up for a Life Coaching course. On the first day, I learned one of the most important facts, that has had a profound knock on effect on all aspects of my life ever since: You already have all the right answers to everything in your life.This may be hard to accept especially if you have lived your life to date believing that someone else knows what is best for you. Embracing this concept was a major step forward for me on the road to self-direction and self-empowerment. How to get the most from this workbook.The purpose of this book is to share some of the powerful questions I ask myself and my clients, as well as a selection of my 'Aha' moments. If you really want change in your life I suggest you make a commitment to yourself to do an exercise each week, buy yourself a good journal, nice pens and make an appointment in your diary to invest time in yourself each week.Getting Started For most of the exercises, all you need is a pen and paper - a journal or hard backed notebook would be ideal, if possible, so you can keep your thoughts together to review later - and some quiet time for yourself. The exact requirements are listed at the start of each exercise.My Personal Highlight.For me, the Weekly Goals Journal which I first created in January 2006 is a very powerful yet simple and affordable life changing tool, that I have often overlooked to my detriment. When I use it, as I did throughout 2006, my life unfolds like magic. You will learn how to set up your Weekly Goals Journal in Exercise 11. (My Kindle book My Kinda Magik has many stories of what I manifested in this way, including my home and business )Self-careWhile embarking on this journey of self-discovery you must take full responsibility for your mental health and self-care during the process. Some of the exercises in this book may bring up old painful experiences. Be gentle on yourself. Allow yourself the time and space to process your emotions and thoughts. Your body may have been storing these emotions for a long time. It is a good idea to drink plenty of water, have nice salt baths and if possible support yourself with reflexology, massage or other therapies that clear toxins from your body. If you uncover anything that needs professional support, please be wise, seek the care you need to process and he