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The Calling

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As someone who has entered her second half of life, I'm planning a new career and I've decided, with the help of this book, that I have to follow my passion. There are six steps to approach that new path. All are broken down in an easy-to-understand manner. The concepts would be great for college students to mature people to guide them in their decision.
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I just couldn't get into this book. I don't think it was the author's fault. It just wasn't for me. I might recommend this to a patron who is looking for a book like this though.

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Interesting and innovative ways to work through your personal goals to do what you were meant to do in all aspects of your life. There are work sheets for personal assessment and working through your viewpoints to reach your goals. Good food for thought. She gives examples of each concept that is introduced and includes some spiritual components.
I received the book as an Advanced reader copy and was under no obligation to provide a review.The opinions expressed are my own.
Thanks to the author,publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.

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As an avid self-help book addict, I like this book. It gives a slap in the face and encouragement, all in the same sentence. It makes readers examine and make better choices. The exercises are relevant and motivating.

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What I love about this book is how the author, through her stories and voice allows the reader to see themselves going along for a ride, they not only can understand, but also relate to. She also gives practical advice and tips to guide you on a more fulfilling journey as an entrepreneur that want to do good, get paid and stay true. Congrats on a job well done.

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I was never able to download this book. I did reach out for assistance but it appeared I was approved for it and it ceased being downloadable before I try to send it to myself. There fore I was not able to read this.

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Rha is the life coach we all probably need and most of us are still ready for.

I don’t agree with all of her philosophy but wow do I love her delivery. She is feeling herself and thrilled to help us feel the same way about ourselves. She wants us to love life and live in a way that makes that obvious.

I think If you read this book, you will walk away with do,etching you needed to hear. Bare minimum you will walk away with respect for the author and the way she lives life.

The book is pretty well written and very easy to read.

I received a copy of the book from the publisher Via NetGalley for the purpose of reviewing it. The opinions I have expressed are my own honest review.

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Eloquent, clear, and persuasive,
The Calling captures the very essence of what it means to have a calling on one’s life.
Rha maintains a gentle, yet firm position when presenting her well-thought out plan.
She flawlessly shares her plan and provides mini-case studies.

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The Calling is a book for anyone who is looking for their purpose. This is the first time I have read a book by this author. There is a lot of information in this book. I definitely think this is a book you would have to purchase and work through as there is a lot of very valuable information in it. I did enjoy the “Your call” section at the end of each chapter which gives you actionable items to work through.

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As someone who changed careers later in life, I found this an excellent book for helping me define what I desire to achieve in this next phase of life.

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Wow! I am really impressed by this author and her motivational tips. We are all looking for "more" in life. She is teaching us how to find our true calling and if you do the work she outlines, I think you can really make a difference.

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If you've been wanting to explore how to find your calling from a strong #ownvoices author, this is the book to start with. It's very easy to read and understand, and Rhea has tips and action items at the end of each chapter. I liked how she slowly built up her message, step by step. This is a great book to get you on your way to discovering your own calling!

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A Guide for Finding and Pursuing What You Want in Life

We all want a fulfilling life, but sometimes it’s hard to decide what that would mean and even harder to find out how to accomplish it. Rha Goddess provides not only a way to find your calling, but a guide to how to achieve your objectives.

The first step in finding your calling is deciding what you want, what your goals are, and how to define your thought processes. The second step is figuring out how to put your plan into action or as Rha says, “Get Paid”. The third part challenges you to “Do Good”. The book is filled with good advice, success stories, and exercises. The exercises are not designed to be quick. Some are suggested to take two weeks. This is not an unreasonable expectation if you’re trying to change your life.

If you’re dissatisfied with where you are in your life, this book will offer motivation and concrete suggestions for how to move past your discomfort with where you are and find fulfillment. It’s an easy book to read, and if pursued consistently can help you change your life for the better.

I received this book from St. Martin’s Press for this review.

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The Calling by Rha Goddess is a very detailed novel that discuss different things needed in order to achieve and/or find your calling. There are many thought provoking topics that will allow you to clearly define your life, thought process and overall goals. There are three main parts to this novel. The first part teaches the reader to “Stay True”. In Part two the reader is out on the path to “Get Paid”. In Part three having completed part one and part two the reader is challenged to “Do Good”. Stories and homework that is specific and targeted are also seen. This is a vast resource that also has website links that can be used to continue the process of finding your true calling. I have not seen a resource this detailed and full of hopeful advice and motivation. In a long time. This is an excellent resource for anyone looking for a change or affirmation that they have found their true calling . I received this book from the publisher and netgalley in exchange for a free and honest review.

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This book has great advice if you are thinking of changing careers, especially into a career where you can do something meaningful to yourself and make a difference in the world.

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I received an advance copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
I am a school librarian, so this is not a book I will purchase for my school. I requested it because I like to read self-help books form time to time to get a new perspective. This book provided just that.

I typically like to flip through books like this and hunt and peck for the pieces that speak to me. This book isn't like that. It's a book that... it is LONG and it needs a time commitment to work through the exercises. It's the sort of buy to buy not borrow.

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I liked the book even if sometimes I considered it to be too long and repetitive, but otherwise it was a good read.

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This is a really good self-help book. The author is encouraging and upbeat, with practical and down to earth advice on establishing a new career based on your true interests and passions. There's lots of worksheets and other resources in the book as well. This is much more than the usual "get rich on what you love" book. The author put a lot of effort into the book, and it shows.

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Well written book, great for business leaders and entrepreneurs. Don’t let others opinion stop you from being who you were created to be sums up this book for me.

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Rha Goddess is an amazing, inspiring and fantastic motivational author. In The Calling, she offers a six step approach on finding your place in the world. As Walt Kelly said, "We have met the enemy, and he is us." and for many of us, that is true. Goddess describes on self discovery, self awareness, acceptance and forgiveness, how to get to that point of finding our calling.

This is not a speedy self-help book, as she suggests spending 2 weeks on an exercises before moving on to the next chapter and really, aren't you worth that time? Her points and suggestions are simple to understand and definitely worth doing. This book is inspiring and I am grateful to NetGalley and St. Martins Press for the opportunity to review it in exchange for an honest review.

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