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Thinking Aloud: A Collection of Original Inspirational Quotes
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A collection of original inspirational anecdotes, stories and quotes on the subjects that matter in life. Find out from India’s leading inspirational author and motivational speaker, her thoughts on winning, happiness, courage, love, hope, self-worth, humour, attitude and much more.
Each quote is an insight that makes you think and believe that there is more to life. Such as :
• The best don’t always win, the persistent always do.
• Don’t judge people by the money they have. Money is a poor yardstick of character, a poor yardstick of integrity and a very poor yardstick of happiness.
• Love is the source of all the goodness that follows. Where there is goodness, there must be love at the source.
• The soundest gift you can give someone is praise of his work well done. For praise not only acknowledges the ability but also empowers it.
A collection of original inspirational anecdotes, stories and quotes on the subjects that matter in life. Find out from India’s leading inspirational author and motivational speaker, her thoughts on winning, happiness, courage, love, hope, self-worth, humour, attitude and much more.
Each quote is an insight that makes you think and believe that there is more to life. Such as :
• The best don’t always win, the persistent always do.
• Don’t judge people by the money they have. Money is a poor yardstick of character, a poor yardstick of integrity and a very poor yardstick of happiness.
• Love is the source of all the goodness that follows. Where there is goodness, there must be love at the source.
• The soundest gift you can give someone is praise of his work well done. For praise not only acknowledges the ability but also empowers it.
120 pages, Paperback
First published January 15, 2013
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About the author
Priya Kumar
51 books223 followersPriya Kumar is an Indian motivational speaker, corporate trainer, columnist, radio jockey and author. She has authored nine books, out of which three are non fiction and six are fiction. Her style of writing is very versatile, where she has authored four inspirational fiction books, she has penned a book of original quotes, written two biographies and a non fiction tale of her adventures with the shamans, in the Netherlands.
In recognition of her work, she has won a total of 13 International Awards, which includes the Eric Hoffer International Book Award and the Evergreen Medal, along with several National Accolades. In 2017, Priya Kumar won the Speaking Tree Good Karma Award, for the best inspirational author, in the country.
As a motivational speaker, she believes in a unique approach and a refreshing perspective. Her positivity, upbeat attitude and undying spirit have made her one of the most sought-after motivational speakers in the country.Her areas of expertise are corporate training, leadership, motivation, team-building, and personal breakthrough
Priya Kumar specializes in Fire Walking. She got her fire-walk certification from Sundoor, and went on to assist Fire Walk instructors across the world, before she introduced Fire Walking as a part of her Motivational Speaking agenda.
She has found that walking on fire is a great tool for transforming beliefs, and instilling in people a renewed confidence, about handling challenges. It challenges past beliefs, where the person has learnt that fire burns and now takes it head on, and walks on it, without as much as a sting.
In recognition of her work, she has won a total of 13 International Awards, which includes the Eric Hoffer International Book Award and the Evergreen Medal, along with several National Accolades. In 2017, Priya Kumar won the Speaking Tree Good Karma Award, for the best inspirational author, in the country.
As a motivational speaker, she believes in a unique approach and a refreshing perspective. Her positivity, upbeat attitude and undying spirit have made her one of the most sought-after motivational speakers in the country.Her areas of expertise are corporate training, leadership, motivation, team-building, and personal breakthrough
Priya Kumar specializes in Fire Walking. She got her fire-walk certification from Sundoor, and went on to assist Fire Walk instructors across the world, before she introduced Fire Walking as a part of her Motivational Speaking agenda.
She has found that walking on fire is a great tool for transforming beliefs, and instilling in people a renewed confidence, about handling challenges. It challenges past beliefs, where the person has learnt that fire burns and now takes it head on, and walks on it, without as much as a sting.
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July 29, 2022
Priya Kumar is one of my favorite authors from India.
This book was quite different from the others as it was based on Inspirational Quotes. But I enjoyed throughout reading it. The author covered different areas with her personal anecdote followed by the quotes. The quotes were relatable, inspiring and thought provoking.
This book also helped me out to come out of my book slump. If you like self help types, you should give this book a try.
This book was quite different from the others as it was based on Inspirational Quotes. But I enjoyed throughout reading it. The author covered different areas with her personal anecdote followed by the quotes. The quotes were relatable, inspiring and thought provoking.
This book also helped me out to come out of my book slump. If you like self help types, you should give this book a try.
June 15, 2015
The book is a collection of original quotes on the subjects that matter in life - thoughts on winning, happiness, courage, love, hope, self-worth, humour, attitude and more. Each quote is an insight that makes you think and believe that there is more to life. It's a short intake of inspirational and motivation quotes which can pump you up during the times you are feeling low.
It belongs to the category of self help books and as in most cases, the main purpose of such books are written with the aim of boosting self confidence for a person and providing confidence to take the harder way over the wrong way. They also are instrumental in driving through tough or complicated situations and provide an effective way out.
The book is neatly divided into various short chapters starting with a prologue and then quotes pertaining to every subject matter. It is meant to be inspire people and should be judged within those boundaries. With its boost-up content and beautiful layout, this is an excellent choice for gift as well and meant for quick reading over a cup of coffee.
It belongs to the category of self help books and as in most cases, the main purpose of such books are written with the aim of boosting self confidence for a person and providing confidence to take the harder way over the wrong way. They also are instrumental in driving through tough or complicated situations and provide an effective way out.
The book is neatly divided into various short chapters starting with a prologue and then quotes pertaining to every subject matter. It is meant to be inspire people and should be judged within those boundaries. With its boost-up content and beautiful layout, this is an excellent choice for gift as well and meant for quick reading over a cup of coffee.
January 20, 2013
I personally like collecting quotes and aphorisms and own a number of compilations. After a long time I found a collection of original quotes. The author has not collected these from other books but written them herself which is commendable.
More modern than some of the classic authors of aphorisms such as Pascal(Pensées) or La Rochefoucauld (Maxims) the quotes are simple and relating to real world issues that I could immediately connect with. I even liked the one page stories from the author's life at the start of each chapter and many of the quotes found me smiling to myself and thinking ... Wow, that is so true !!!
The design of the book and layout make it a nice gift and I sent it to a number of my friends and associates.
More modern than some of the classic authors of aphorisms such as Pascal(Pensées) or La Rochefoucauld (Maxims) the quotes are simple and relating to real world issues that I could immediately connect with. I even liked the one page stories from the author's life at the start of each chapter and many of the quotes found me smiling to myself and thinking ... Wow, that is so true !!!
The design of the book and layout make it a nice gift and I sent it to a number of my friends and associates.
April 1, 2013
I use many quotes in my morning messages. Some quotes are very potent to reflect on. I especially liked on the theme of love. Its like very inspirational. Actually all topics are inspirational...!!!
March 30, 2013
Im still reading the quotes book. Though its a small book, but some quotes are taking a whole day to sink in :)
April 1, 2013
I really like the personal story that Priya has written before elaborating into the quotations. It gives a wonderful context and makes it personal... :)
April 1, 2013
There is a quote on very relevant subjects. The anecdotes in the beginning bring more depth to every quote..!!!
April 1, 2013
I liked the stories in the start better than the quotations. Those stories are more inspiring..
October 7, 2014
Amazing collection of original quotes. Each of the quote touches the heart and enriches the mind. Priya's brief write-ups at the beginning of each section helps connect better. A good gift.
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