Daily Intentions

By Ann Blakely Rice

Book Overview

Daily Intentions is a collection of intuitively written meditations that offers the reader a gentle, spiritual, and thoughtful approach in dealing with everyday problems, difficult emotions, and the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1931741204
• ISBN13: 9781931741200
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Robert Reed Pub
• Length: 365 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.9" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

Very inspirational!

Reviewed by Kam Aures for RebeccasReads (6/08) "Daily Intentions" consists of 365 inspirational passages, one for every day of the year. In fact, when the author, Ann Blakely Rice, penned the book she only wrote one entry per day and this is also how she intends for the book to be read. I found her writing process to be unique and interesting. She followed a ritual every morning where she asked "for Divine Guidance and Inspiration" and then set flame to a white candle before beginning writing that day's entry. In fact, every time I read an entry I can't help but to think of Rice following this process. It should also be noted that her "references to an all-loving Supreme Power are used merely to simplify, rather than to claim as the only names for one's higher power. The reader is openly invited to insert any reference(s) terms that they call their own highest source of goodness" (p. viii). The use of this general term or concept opens the book up to all people regardless of their belief system or religion. Each entry starts with a simple thought and then three or so small paragraphs follow expanding on that idea or concept. For instance, the February 29th entry reads: "Concentrate until you become One with what you are doing" (p. 61). Rice then goes on to give us some ideas on how to regain focus on those days where we feel that our minds are being pulled in all different directions. "Daily Intentions" is a wonderful spiritual guidebook. The daily entry format does not require a huge time commitment on the reader's part which is a definitely a positive attribute in today's busy world. Reading each daily entry is a very simple step to take in helping us to achieve our full potential and to lead more peaceful and fulfilling lives. I have found that Rice's writing definitely has a calming effect on me that is not an easy feat to perform since I have two very active young boys who keep me running. Each entry is very inspirational and uplifting and I believe that this book will have a positive effect on anyone's life.

Inspiration for the Heart & Soul

"Daily Intentions" is a life saver and a spiritual guidebook for those who experience life's challenges and desire a more healed and whole life. The author, Ann Rice, has such a wealth of knowledge and experience to share with us. Every page is a treasure house of the finest jewels of refined wisdom. You will sparkle, even if you just read one passage! Sundae Merrick, Author of "Divine Reason & Rhyme, Access Higher Guidance and Nature's Wisdom"

Incredible

This book is incredible. I read the intention for each day and, quite often, just open randomly and read the message. It never fails to inspire me. It is amazing how Ms Rice hits home with each entry. I have tabbed a number of pages, that I refer back to on a regular basis, that meet a particular need or, simply, uplift me. Thank you, Ms Rice, for this wonderful book.

Solid Traction For Your Daily Walk

I have been reading this excellent book for almost a month and have never failed to be uplifted by it's daily message. Ms. Rice has a way of distilling a Godly message into it's most salient and important words, and never fails to send me off on my daily journey happier and more spiritually atuned than before I opened the pages. Brava Ms Rice !!

Simple spiritual words

I got this book as a gift and started to read it right away. Then I put it down. Instead of reading it the way I would normally do, now I pick it up each day and read just one page. The insight always hits home - and ironically, it usually applies to the day I read it. I've been trying to read it at different times in the day. It seems like it's best for me to read it at mid-day. I can stop and think about my morning and how I'd like to adjust my afternoon and evening. I'm not a big inspirational book reader but this book is different. I'm so glad the author chose to share her thoughts with the world. She has taken the time to really think about things that bother us and give us insights on how to make changes. Wouldn't it be a better world if everyone just took the time to think about doing a little good? In a world that is cynical and insincere, the truths in this book ring true. Thanks, Ms. Rice, for your intentions.