"Your Magical Soul" by Jeffrey A. Marks is an uplifting book that paints a multi-dimensional picture of the higher self. The following is some of the innovative information included in "Your Magical Soul":
Page 65: New belief systems are crucial to creating an altered reality.
Page 107: Inspiration for the Secret movie
Page: It is important to avoid using manifestation to control the thoughts, behaviors, and actions of others
Page 127: The benefits to taking stock of everything you own

There is so much more uplifting and helpful details in this book. It is just that I want to avoid divulging more in this review out of respect for both the author and for those who may still want to get "Your Magical Soul."

Complete Without Kids: An Insider's Guide to Childfree Living by Choice or by Chance by Ellen L. Walker caught my attention because of my interest to seek out books that support a voluntary choice to be child-free. I am thankful for all of my family members and friends. Additionally, some of the celebrities and people that I admire in real life are parents. However, it is important to me that I collect information on others who bravely share their stories on being childfree. This is especially due to both my acceptance and awareness that there are others who are going to judge my husband and I for voluntarily choosing to be child-free. Additionally, I come from a large family where many of the adults enjoy being parents and a big portion of their identity is proudly tied into that life experience. To be one of the few adults to politely declare my decision to be kid-free can be tricky in such a situation. I actually knew since the age of 8 that I was going to choose the child-free path, but I was obviously only taken seriously in my decision about 9 years ago (after I got married).

Walker courageously interviews and shares the stories of other adults who have chosen to be child-free. She explains the dynamics behind the decision making of voluntarily choosing to be childfree and how the concepts of love and money tie into such an important choice. There are also resources included for those who are certain that they want to partake in the child-free route. "Complete Without Kids: An Insider's Guide to Childfree Living by Choice Or By Chance" by Ellen Walker is also a suitable accompaniment to Kidfree & Lovin It by Kaye D. Walters.

"The Afterlife Interviews: Volume 1" by Jeffrey A. Marks is a channeled book that tells of different ideas of what can occur in the spirit realm. This version contains among the following rich details:
Page 65: A Soul is allowed to change their appearance in the non-physical realm.
Pages 79-84: Infinite wisdom is not instantaneously granted upon physical death. However, the spirit can often gain knowledge that was a strong focus during their physical lifetime. For instance, there is an example given of a woman who was very much into science and gains an increased awareness around that arena. I admit that one of the reasons why this chapter interested me is due to my own strong inclination towards information on the higher self (connecting to one's soul) and the power of imagination.
Pages 149-159: Evolution can happen in both physical lifetimes and non-physical experiences. Spiritual growth on the other side is seen more through the analogy of a highway with landscapes rather than a ladder.

I must give credit where it is due. I actually found out about "The Teachings of Silver Birch" Edited by A.W. Austen through a recommendation in "By Your Side: How The Spirits Can Help You Every Day" by Colin Fry. The following is some of the compelling information in "The Teachings of Silver Birch:
Page 22: many of the cultures on earth are going to eventually merge into one,
page 49: harmony will come when various cultures join together in harmony,look past the skin colors of each other and instead look at a man or woman's soul.
Pages 78-79: Prayers with the intent to serve are frequently successful.
Page 176: Many souls reincarnate through multiple lives living out various races, nationalities, and both genders. The country, racial group, and gender that a soul chooses relates to their life purpose.

I admit that I purchased"Make Yourself Unforgettable: How to Become the Person Everyone Remembers and No One Can Resist" by Dale Carnegie Training because there is still so much for me to know in building my self- confidence reserves and relax in situations where being an extrovert is more of an advantage. There is unique information in this book such as unique opportunities for optimism and the analysis exercise of "What Is Your Day Like."

"Now 46" contains a lighthearted and appealing mix of 20 different artists from a mix of at least different musical genres. It is important to have an eclectic taste in music for this compilation because the musical tracks are excerpted from dance/pop, rock, and electronica music genres.

I originally discovered this compilation of Vol. 4 Fetenhits: the Real Classics around November 2001 at a mall in Singapore. It was in a music store that contained other European music imports. This collection caught my attention because of the following music artists included on a two cd set of 20 songs per cd: Queen, Robert Palmer,Prince, Tom Jones, INXS, Tina Turner, Starship, Snap, R.E.M., U2, Billy Idol, and Depeche Mode. There is something for many people in this collection.

"Chillout Lounge 2" contains tranquil and distinct chill-out music. There are thirteen tracks on each cd and a medley of various artists on each one of them. "Chillout Lounge 2" is suitable for the times when a person craves peaceful electronica music.

Fortunately, I originally discovered Blackmill through Pandora Radio. I have an eclectic mix of radio stations saved through that account, and hear songs by this artist frequently. My first musical introduction to this musician was through the "Miracle" compilation (which I reviewed September 2012). "Reach For Glory" by Blackmill came out a little earlier (2011), but is also just as good as the Miracle set. The title of the song is a little offputting, but "Evil Beauty" is a gem of a song. I can truly say that every song in this set is of high quality but I also enjoy "A Reach For Glory", "City Lights", "In The Night of Wilderness", "Flesh and Bones", "Sacred River", and "Rain". "Reach For Glory" by Blackmill is great for those who enjoy mashups of chillout and/or electronica music.

"Wings" by Little Mix appears to be a happy song about following your dreams. I also like the message about staying emotionally strong regardless of what is reflected externally. "Wings" by Little Mix is good for those who like dance/pop songs.