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Feeling Great: Creating a Life of Optimism, Enthusiasm and Contentment
Why do we lose our ability to feel great? And what is 'feeling great' anyway? Is it really possible to feel great in today's world where every day there is some new crisis or disorder? Some new upheaval or unexpected negativity? Where violence is rife? Is feeling great out of place or insensitive to the reality of many people's lives? In this treasure of a book, Janki and Vegso call on their decades of spiritual study and practical experience to answer these and other essential questions. You will learn what it really means to 'feel great' and it might not be what you expect.
You will discover that feeling great is not about having a good time for a few hours, or having money to spend. It's about putting your life in order and remembering who you really are. It's about practicing the four keys revealed in this book enthusiasm, optimism, contentment, and respect then learning how to start acquiring and applying them. Janki and Vegso's rich descriptions of the sticking points we encounter on our journey through life demonstrate how we can recover our ability to truly feel great not as a temporary indulgence, but as a lasting state of being.
Now is the time to start feeling great, and this uplifting book shows you how easy it can be."
You will discover that feeling great is not about having a good time for a few hours, or having money to spend. It's about putting your life in order and remembering who you really are. It's about practicing the four keys revealed in this book enthusiasm, optimism, contentment, and respect then learning how to start acquiring and applying them. Janki and Vegso's rich descriptions of the sticking points we encounter on our journey through life demonstrate how we can recover our ability to truly feel great not as a temporary indulgence, but as a lasting state of being.
Now is the time to start feeling great, and this uplifting book shows you how easy it can be."
216 pages, Paperback
First published April 7, 2015
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About the author
Dadi Janki
40 books16 followersDadi Janki is a woman of wisdom. Her life's journey has been a fulfillment of her early childhood longing to know and come close to God.
Dadi was born in 1916 in India to a devout and philanthropic family. She had no formal education beyond the age of fourteen, her studies being mainly of the scriptures. At the age of twenty-one she joined the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University and has dedicated her life to the spiritual service of others.
Disregarding the constraints of social conventions including the caste system, Dadi Janki became one of the few active women spiritual leaders just following India's independence, traveling throughout India, teaching self-reliance and empowering women to become leaders in their communities. Her concern for the well-being of others has always been a driving force in her life. Much of her youth was spent in serving the sick by comforting them with religious stories and humble prayers. Indeed, her own life has been filled with illness, which tested and helped her to develop her own ability to conquer physical infirmity through greater spiritual awareness.
Dadi campaigns for truth and works tirelessly for world peace. She travels worldwide, teaching and sharing her wisdom and deep spiritual knowledge. She is a soul who refuses to set limits and boundaries as to what is achievable and, in so doing, inspires other to believe that they, too, can make the impossible possible. Recognized worldwide for the depth and insight of her lectures and spiritual classes, her words of wisdom have given wings to countless souls.
Since arriving in London in 1974, Dadi has overseen the expansion of the Brahma Kumaris' work in more than 70 countries and is now the university's co-administrative head. Dadi is one of the Wisdom Keepers, an eminent group of spiritual leaders convened at United Nations conferences. She is also founder and president of the Janki Foundation for Global Health care and vice president of the World Congress of Faiths.
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University's purpose is to help people explore their highest level of personal integrity and the attributes of leadership. This unique method of education in human moral and spiritual values was initiated in 1936 and is currently offered in over 70 countries.
Dadi was born in 1916 in India to a devout and philanthropic family. She had no formal education beyond the age of fourteen, her studies being mainly of the scriptures. At the age of twenty-one she joined the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University and has dedicated her life to the spiritual service of others.
Disregarding the constraints of social conventions including the caste system, Dadi Janki became one of the few active women spiritual leaders just following India's independence, traveling throughout India, teaching self-reliance and empowering women to become leaders in their communities. Her concern for the well-being of others has always been a driving force in her life. Much of her youth was spent in serving the sick by comforting them with religious stories and humble prayers. Indeed, her own life has been filled with illness, which tested and helped her to develop her own ability to conquer physical infirmity through greater spiritual awareness.
Dadi campaigns for truth and works tirelessly for world peace. She travels worldwide, teaching and sharing her wisdom and deep spiritual knowledge. She is a soul who refuses to set limits and boundaries as to what is achievable and, in so doing, inspires other to believe that they, too, can make the impossible possible. Recognized worldwide for the depth and insight of her lectures and spiritual classes, her words of wisdom have given wings to countless souls.
Since arriving in London in 1974, Dadi has overseen the expansion of the Brahma Kumaris' work in more than 70 countries and is now the university's co-administrative head. Dadi is one of the Wisdom Keepers, an eminent group of spiritual leaders convened at United Nations conferences. She is also founder and president of the Janki Foundation for Global Health care and vice president of the World Congress of Faiths.
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University's purpose is to help people explore their highest level of personal integrity and the attributes of leadership. This unique method of education in human moral and spiritual values was initiated in 1936 and is currently offered in over 70 countries.
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January 8, 2019
Feeling Great is an enjoyable, easy-to-read, yet spiritual book. What I took from the book is how to create a balance in my life and control what thoughts I want to spend time with. There is so much negativity around us everywhere, it’s not always easy to “feel great” and sometimes it takes a bit of extra effort and mindfulness. This book provides great tips to help you achieve that I definitely recommend it!
Thank you to HCI and NetGalley for this inspiring e-book in exchange for my honest review, my opinions are my own.
Thank you to HCI and NetGalley for this inspiring e-book in exchange for my honest review, my opinions are my own.
July 27, 2018
This book has really sound advice on how to feel great and simple tips on how to do it!
I enjoyed reading it....
I enjoyed reading it....
October 31, 2019
This book was similar in some ways to those by Norman Vincent Peale, but without the helpful examples and stories about people who were facing specific challenges and what they did to overcome them. It lists qualities to cultivate in order to feel great: harmony, honesty, freedom, but does not tell you specific steps to take or exercises to engage in to improve these qualities in you, or how to obtain these qualities if you lack them.
It discusses the benefits of yoga and meditation, however, it doesn't add advice of any real substance to these two suggestions.
The book discusses the qualities of Enthusiasm, Optimism, and Contentment, however, again, while it talks about how these qualities will benefit you, it doesn't give specific examples of things that you can try if you have lost your enthusiasm, or if there is something that you are required to do, but do not feel enthusiastic about. I find it to be most helpful when examples are given of people who are striving to cultivate new qualities in themselves and specific steps they take, or thoughts that they focus on in order to achieve their goals.
While it is good to know that patience can be helpful in feeling great, it doesn't suggest what one can do if they have never had much patience, or if one frequently experiences frustration rather than patience. I have always found it very difficult to achieve any type of transformation simply by reading about qualities that I should have without any advice in terms of how to achieve those qualities.
It discusses the benefits of yoga and meditation, however, it doesn't add advice of any real substance to these two suggestions.
The book discusses the qualities of Enthusiasm, Optimism, and Contentment, however, again, while it talks about how these qualities will benefit you, it doesn't give specific examples of things that you can try if you have lost your enthusiasm, or if there is something that you are required to do, but do not feel enthusiastic about. I find it to be most helpful when examples are given of people who are striving to cultivate new qualities in themselves and specific steps they take, or thoughts that they focus on in order to achieve their goals.
While it is good to know that patience can be helpful in feeling great, it doesn't suggest what one can do if they have never had much patience, or if one frequently experiences frustration rather than patience. I have always found it very difficult to achieve any type of transformation simply by reading about qualities that I should have without any advice in terms of how to achieve those qualities.
July 1, 2018
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This book was worth reading if you are struggling with depression. There were many good affirmations and constructive suggestions to change your negative thought patterns.
I gave it four stars because I did not enjoy the examples and parables. I found them hard to relate to and not very insightful.
Much of the information we already know. However, when you are feeling blue it helps to hear it again and reflect on the information. It reminds you that everyone goes through periods where they feel depressed or feel they have lost their purpose. But you do not need to let that feeling last forever. You can take control of your thoughts and feelings and begin to enjoy life again.
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I gave it four stars because I did not enjoy the examples and parables. I found them hard to relate to and not very insightful.
Much of the information we already know. However, when you are feeling blue it helps to hear it again and reflect on the information. It reminds you that everyone goes through periods where they feel depressed or feel they have lost their purpose. But you do not need to let that feeling last forever. You can take control of your thoughts and feelings and begin to enjoy life again.
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April 28, 2024
This book has some good theories and principles for becoming optimistic, learning how to change your perspective to be more positive instead of negative and finding contentment in life.
Ultimately, it does what it says it's going to do - gives you advice and tips to live a more optimistic, enthusiastic and content life. Most of the advice is good and it's things we should all do.
My biggest turn-off with the book is that in order to live a life of contentment and joy, you must find that in God first and foremost. Now, the authors do reference God and the light and talk everyone's different beliefs, but it's made clear that Janki doesn't want to offend anyone in the book. While a lot of these principles are good tips, not everything in here is 100% on par with Christianity and the Bible. Readers should be be aware of that going into the reading of this book.
Ultimately, it does what it says it's going to do - gives you advice and tips to live a more optimistic, enthusiastic and content life. Most of the advice is good and it's things we should all do.
My biggest turn-off with the book is that in order to live a life of contentment and joy, you must find that in God first and foremost. Now, the authors do reference God and the light and talk everyone's different beliefs, but it's made clear that Janki doesn't want to offend anyone in the book. While a lot of these principles are good tips, not everything in here is 100% on par with Christianity and the Bible. Readers should be be aware of that going into the reading of this book.
November 26, 2020
Sadly this book was archived before I could download to read it. It has been added to my TBR and I’ll keep an eye out for it again in the future or at my local library.
September 27, 2021
As a self help book this was too much why and not enough how. Being told optimism is good for you is not sufficient, sadly lacking on practical tips.
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July 8, 2023For the adult summer reading program at our Public Library one of the challenges on my bingo card was to read a book by an author with my initials. I wanted an inspirational book since I will be listening to a fictional novel for July's book club. I did enjoy reading this book, now to put some of the things I learned to practice.
March 26, 2017
After reading the summary, I thought it would be a useful read. In a world that values being loud and doing everything super quickly, it was refreshing to read a book advocating for quietness, introspection and mindfulness as keys to a happy, content life.
Our society always urges us to purchase for more material stuff, among other superficial things. I was quite relieved to find a book that put “contentment” back in the spotlight. On the down side, I was a bit put off by the introductory note that was permeated with religious comments and references to God. I was afraid that this aspect would be too present throughout the book. In a way, it was recurring. It is obvious that religion is a major part of the author’s life, but it somehow contributed to making those who aren’t religious a bit excluded from the overall philosophy. Not everyone believes in a divine entity. That being said, you can still apply some of the advice provided in the book.
Overall, it’s an interesting, easy read that can certainly help you focus on the positive side of life.
Our society always urges us to purchase for more material stuff, among other superficial things. I was quite relieved to find a book that put “contentment” back in the spotlight. On the down side, I was a bit put off by the introductory note that was permeated with religious comments and references to God. I was afraid that this aspect would be too present throughout the book. In a way, it was recurring. It is obvious that religion is a major part of the author’s life, but it somehow contributed to making those who aren’t religious a bit excluded from the overall philosophy. Not everyone believes in a divine entity. That being said, you can still apply some of the advice provided in the book.
Overall, it’s an interesting, easy read that can certainly help you focus on the positive side of life.
July 22, 2018
I have never really experienced anything that's mentioned in this book yet in life. However, the morals, values and lessons I just read will be there with me as I search to locatey relationship with the Devine Self. I am a strong believer of meditation and prayer but one hanbit I have difficult in keeping but this book reopened the fire. Peter, Kelly and Dadi did a wonderful job in covering this topic.
May 15, 2019
Thank you HCI Books and Netgalley for this ARC.
This is a nice book to pick up and read here and there if you don’t feel like reading it in a short space of time. It gives good tips on creating space and awareness in life and most importantly reminds us that everything comes and goes, including the tough parts.
This is a nice book to pick up and read here and there if you don’t feel like reading it in a short space of time. It gives good tips on creating space and awareness in life and most importantly reminds us that everything comes and goes, including the tough parts.
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