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Help Yourself Move Forward in Life With "Moments"

Moments book coverWhen it comes to personal happiness, sometimes we all could use a little inspiration. In her new book Moments: Magic, Miracles, and Martinis ($11.95, Turtle Spirit Press, 2016; 112 pages) local Marin author, mom, and tech company VP Amy Van Atta Slater shares the inspirational story of her unexpected journey to self awareness and the things she learned along the way.

Amy's story is personal and inspiring, and follows her struggles in the wake of her divorce and diagnosis with chronic Irritable Bowell Syndrome (IBS), as well as her role as a single parent and her father's battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Along the way, she shares how she learned to deal with each of these obstacles to make her journey a life-changing one. Some of the points she touches on that really resonated with me was her personal challenge to not complain about anything for 24 hours (try it some time—it's harder than it sounds!), slowing down and appreciating life, being authentic in your life and dealings with other people, gratitude for what you have in life, and what it means to really be happy.

Moments is a short and easy read, but dense with inspirational moments. You'll probably find yourself flipping back through it to re-read parts that are relevant to what's currently going on in your life. As a mom and fellow Marin resident, much of what Amy writes about in Moments really resonates with me, even if our lives aren't that similar. It's a highly recommended read for anyone looking for a little inspiration during moments of uncertainty in life. You're not going through it alone!

You can order your copy of Moments in paperback and Kindle editions on Amazon.com. To learn more about Amy Van Atta Slater, visit her website at www.amyvslater.com.