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Spirit Translator: Seven Truths for Creating Well-Being and Connecting with Spirit
Connect with your own spirit guide and transform your life
Spirit Translator is a remarkable book that gives readers the tools to find and connect with their spirit guide. In her work as a spirit translator, Diana has asked spirit thousands of questions on behalf of her clients and herself. These messages are distilled into seven transformative truths for well-being and happiness that form the backbone of the book. She outlines her own walk with spirit—how she transformed a shattered career and broken relationships into a fulfilling life with the help of her spirit guide. Most importantly, Diana helps readers meet and begin a new relationship with their own spirit guides, a dialogue that will transform their lives.
At its heart, Spirit Translator is a book of self-empowerment, giving readers the knowledge to begin a conversation with spirit that will be a lifelong source of well-being and love.
Spirit Translator is a remarkable book that gives readers the tools to find and connect with their spirit guide. In her work as a spirit translator, Diana has asked spirit thousands of questions on behalf of her clients and herself. These messages are distilled into seven transformative truths for well-being and happiness that form the backbone of the book. She outlines her own walk with spirit—how she transformed a shattered career and broken relationships into a fulfilling life with the help of her spirit guide. Most importantly, Diana helps readers meet and begin a new relationship with their own spirit guides, a dialogue that will transform their lives.
At its heart, Spirit Translator is a book of self-empowerment, giving readers the knowledge to begin a conversation with spirit that will be a lifelong source of well-being and love.
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208 pages, Paperback
Published August 11, 2020
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February 29, 2020
Ever start a book, feel like you've come in in the middle, and find yourself saying, "Huh?"
This was my experience with Spirit Translator: Seven Truths for Creating Well-Being and Connecting with Spirit. This tome could have benefitted from some editing and structure. While I understand that Diana Cole has based her career on readings that claim to connect her clients to spirit and obtain answers to their questions, the book bounced around with no specific timeline and references to people and events that are not well explained. She writes that her father was a leader in the new thought movement, she doesn't specifically name him. I did a bit of googling and finally found his name. She also says that her business closes because of "gossip." Who was gossiping:? What were they saying? Why did gossip lead to her exercise business being closed?
Cole does offer some exercises in positive thought and connecting with spirit, but they are not so very different than those to be found in any number of books.
It appears that the author has probably led a colorful and eventful life, but this book doesn't do it justice.
Full Disclosure--NetGalley and the publisher provided me with a digital ARC of this book. This is my honest review.
This was my experience with Spirit Translator: Seven Truths for Creating Well-Being and Connecting with Spirit. This tome could have benefitted from some editing and structure. While I understand that Diana Cole has based her career on readings that claim to connect her clients to spirit and obtain answers to their questions, the book bounced around with no specific timeline and references to people and events that are not well explained. She writes that her father was a leader in the new thought movement, she doesn't specifically name him. I did a bit of googling and finally found his name. She also says that her business closes because of "gossip." Who was gossiping:? What were they saying? Why did gossip lead to her exercise business being closed?
Cole does offer some exercises in positive thought and connecting with spirit, but they are not so very different than those to be found in any number of books.
It appears that the author has probably led a colorful and eventful life, but this book doesn't do it justice.
Full Disclosure--NetGalley and the publisher provided me with a digital ARC of this book. This is my honest review.
August 11, 2020
With thanks to NetGalley for a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
In "Spirit Translator" Diana Cole shares the story of her spiritual development and presents the reader with "Seven Truths for Creating Well-Being and Connecting with Spirit". The aforementioned seven truths are based around striving to generate positive thinking and feelings, gratitude for the present, letting go of the past and its negative aspects, and using our "wants" for the future to create happiness in our lives. None of it is really anything those interested in spirituality have not heard before, but it's nice to have those truths organized into consecutive and distinctive steps. The very last part of the book lays out practical - if sometimes quite time-consuming/involved - tips on developing one's spirituality.
I found "Spirit Translator" a quick and approachable read, but ultimately lacking. Diana skims over many important details of the building blocks of her spiritual development - her father's influence is referenced continuously, yet he is never named despite being a well-known mystic. I found some of her "truths" confusing (and sometimes contradictory) - I don't really understand the difference between generating positive thinking versus positive feelings, to me they go hand in hand.
For those already familiar with basic tenets of spirituality, soul journey and soul contracts, this book will be an approachable read, but I don't know how much new information it will provide, other than organizing "truths for spiritual development" into clear steps. It was an enjoyable read, but I had hoped for more.
In "Spirit Translator" Diana Cole shares the story of her spiritual development and presents the reader with "Seven Truths for Creating Well-Being and Connecting with Spirit". The aforementioned seven truths are based around striving to generate positive thinking and feelings, gratitude for the present, letting go of the past and its negative aspects, and using our "wants" for the future to create happiness in our lives. None of it is really anything those interested in spirituality have not heard before, but it's nice to have those truths organized into consecutive and distinctive steps. The very last part of the book lays out practical - if sometimes quite time-consuming/involved - tips on developing one's spirituality.
I found "Spirit Translator" a quick and approachable read, but ultimately lacking. Diana skims over many important details of the building blocks of her spiritual development - her father's influence is referenced continuously, yet he is never named despite being a well-known mystic. I found some of her "truths" confusing (and sometimes contradictory) - I don't really understand the difference between generating positive thinking versus positive feelings, to me they go hand in hand.
For those already familiar with basic tenets of spirituality, soul journey and soul contracts, this book will be an approachable read, but I don't know how much new information it will provide, other than organizing "truths for spiritual development" into clear steps. It was an enjoyable read, but I had hoped for more.
February 19, 2021
This memoir by Diana Cole delves into the seven truths of life that we need to understand and embrace in order to live a happy and fulfilling life. While I understood the principles, I was less than excited about the delivery. I found the book to be disjointed, with no clear timeline of events, and though she wrote about her early career and the lessons she learned through her personal pain, I was unable to immerse myself fully into this book. I wanted to like it, I wanted to learn and grow through communication with my spirit guides, but this book just didn’t resonate with me.
My thanks to NetGalley and to the publisher and author for providing this book in exchange for an honest review.
My thanks to NetGalley and to the publisher and author for providing this book in exchange for an honest review.
April 27, 2020
This book just didn’t resonate with me. It seemed more of a personal story than anything. Basically she is saying practice positive thinking, be mindful and listen to your inner voice. I’m not sure what she is translating. I thought by reading this book I would get some insight on how to connect with spirits but there was no new material here. Maybe a good beginner book but I felt it was lacking.
October 30, 2020
Spirit Translator is a beautifully written book that I would recommend to any person looking to add to their spiritual development library. Diana Cole walks us through her “Seven Truths for Creating Well-Being and Connecting with Spirit.” These truths consist of generating positive thinking and feelings, gratitude for the present moment no matter what is happening, letting go of anything negative that is no longer serving, and using our desires for our futures to create our absolute best lives. These truths are pretty much the basic “tenets” of spirituality and most readers who are familiar with spiritual self-help books or speakers will already be familiar with these truths. However, it was very nice to read them in a practical, organized, and easy to read format for a new dose of in-the-moment inspiration. I loved that she stated that Spirit is available to everyone if they are willing to stop and truly listen. She weaves the “Seven Truths” into her own personal story, sharing bits and pieces of what her life was like before she connected with her Spirit Guides and how much better her life became once she put the truths into her daily practice. She shared how hopeless and despondent she was at times and how connecting with Spirit helped her to live her life in a more joyous way. This book came for me at the exact right time as I was on a journey to connect more with my own Spirit Guides. The last section of the book contains practical rituals and exercises to help one connect with Spirit. Overall, this book was extremely positive and made the reader (or at least this reader) feel unconditionally loved by our invisible guides while giving practical yet effective methods to help us connect with Spirit.
A huge thank you to NetGalley, Diana Cole and St. Martin’s Press for providing me with a free digital ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
A huge thank you to NetGalley, Diana Cole and St. Martin’s Press for providing me with a free digital ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
May 11, 2020
It sounds sci-fi or magical to be a Spirit Translator. Personally, I think being able to speak to and discern the Spirit as part of my beliefs. I was curious as to what Spirit Translator by Diana Cole could teach me.
Hearing from, speaking with, and connecting with spirit can be more common than we think, if we slow down and be still long enough. In all our hustle and bustle of life, it is common that we live our lives not ever connecting with spirit. In Spirit Translator, author Diana Cole teaches readers how to do just that. Take a pause from everything and be willing to connect.
It’s not rocket science to make this connection. Some might find it weird or odd while others may find it absolute nonsense. Whatever your case, it makes sense to determine if it could be useful for you in your life.
It is part of my beliefs that anyone can communicate with the Holy Spirit. However, this book focuses on speaking to a different spirit. But, in similar methods, we should connect with the Spirit. It is entirely up to you as the reader to make that decision. And it’s up to you to make the changes in your lifestyle to live life as it was meant to be.
Start connecting with your spirit before you find yourself in a bind. Get acquainted and build up your communication. Spirit Translator was provided complimentary in exchange for an honest review on NetGalley. I give this book five out of five stars as it encouraged me to build my relationship with my Holy Spirit.
Hearing from, speaking with, and connecting with spirit can be more common than we think, if we slow down and be still long enough. In all our hustle and bustle of life, it is common that we live our lives not ever connecting with spirit. In Spirit Translator, author Diana Cole teaches readers how to do just that. Take a pause from everything and be willing to connect.
It’s not rocket science to make this connection. Some might find it weird or odd while others may find it absolute nonsense. Whatever your case, it makes sense to determine if it could be useful for you in your life.
It is part of my beliefs that anyone can communicate with the Holy Spirit. However, this book focuses on speaking to a different spirit. But, in similar methods, we should connect with the Spirit. It is entirely up to you as the reader to make that decision. And it’s up to you to make the changes in your lifestyle to live life as it was meant to be.
Start connecting with your spirit before you find yourself in a bind. Get acquainted and build up your communication. Spirit Translator was provided complimentary in exchange for an honest review on NetGalley. I give this book five out of five stars as it encouraged me to build my relationship with my Holy Spirit.
September 20, 2025
After reading this book, I dug deep, trying hard to think of something inspiring/fruitful I took away. Unfortunately, my efforts were to no avail.
Throughout each section, I found myself wanting to understand specific details about the author’s own spiritual path and her clients- who are these people anyway? Who is her father who apparently drove her family to infamy and downfall? These are meat-filled plot points. And yet, it seems Diana is either involved with the scandal or tripping over her own guilt, which is perhaps why she’s so weary to expand on more detail.
With all due respect to the author, Diana at least tried to write a spiritual guide but unfortunately came up with a half-baked memoir instead. Many of us don’t have the nerve to ever try something we’re not good at.
I haven’t seen new material from this author, and props on her to at least take a stab at spirituality and mindfulness; it’s unfortunate that her communication of that journey makes it unrelatable for any reader.
This is a cute, fluffy attempt at deep concepts. For something a bit more intricate and engrossing, try Tolle’s “The Power of Now” or Hermann Hesse’s “Siddhartha.”
NetGalley and the publisher provided me with a digital copy.
Throughout each section, I found myself wanting to understand specific details about the author’s own spiritual path and her clients- who are these people anyway? Who is her father who apparently drove her family to infamy and downfall? These are meat-filled plot points. And yet, it seems Diana is either involved with the scandal or tripping over her own guilt, which is perhaps why she’s so weary to expand on more detail.
With all due respect to the author, Diana at least tried to write a spiritual guide but unfortunately came up with a half-baked memoir instead. Many of us don’t have the nerve to ever try something we’re not good at.
I haven’t seen new material from this author, and props on her to at least take a stab at spirituality and mindfulness; it’s unfortunate that her communication of that journey makes it unrelatable for any reader.
This is a cute, fluffy attempt at deep concepts. For something a bit more intricate and engrossing, try Tolle’s “The Power of Now” or Hermann Hesse’s “Siddhartha.”
NetGalley and the publisher provided me with a digital copy.
April 28, 2020
Diana Cole’s Spirit Translator is a well-organized, easy to read book on how to connect with your spirit guide(s). She reveals that anyone can connect to spirit as we are all connected to the same source of light and love at the soul level, and spirit speaks with loving guidance, but the key is this: We need to learn how to listen.
The author encourages us throughout the book that, “Most important, spirit is available to everyone. This book will share messages from spirit, but it will also empower you to meet your own spirit guide and speak to spirit directly.”
The beauty of reading Spirit Translator is that in doing so you will learn how to listen intently to and receive the kind of wisdom that just makes life easier and better. You can wake up inspired every day by opening yourself to both the questions and the answers that will direct your journey, and Diana shows you the way.
You will begin to remember that you are not alone. You will know that you are powerful and important—not only in this wild and wondrous world but beyond it as well. Most of all, you will know that you are loved.
Thanks to Netgalley, publisher and author for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The author encourages us throughout the book that, “Most important, spirit is available to everyone. This book will share messages from spirit, but it will also empower you to meet your own spirit guide and speak to spirit directly.”
The beauty of reading Spirit Translator is that in doing so you will learn how to listen intently to and receive the kind of wisdom that just makes life easier and better. You can wake up inspired every day by opening yourself to both the questions and the answers that will direct your journey, and Diana shows you the way.
You will begin to remember that you are not alone. You will know that you are powerful and important—not only in this wild and wondrous world but beyond it as well. Most of all, you will know that you are loved.
Thanks to Netgalley, publisher and author for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
March 28, 2020
An excellent book, beautifully written. Diana Cole tells her own story of spiritual development and gives the reader seven truths for living a harmonious and spiritual life. Her story is compelling and highly readable. I appreciated her candor in telling how deep in despair she became before evolving into a more spiritual individual and eventually a spiritual teacher.
After she shares her own story, the author lays out the seven truths she received. These are all focused on gratitude, positive thoughts and feelings, and loving yourself for who you are. The last part of the book includes highly practical and do-able tips on developing spiritually.
I enjoyed this book, and just reading it made me feel positive and uplifted.
After she shares her own story, the author lays out the seven truths she received. These are all focused on gratitude, positive thoughts and feelings, and loving yourself for who you are. The last part of the book includes highly practical and do-able tips on developing spiritually.
I enjoyed this book, and just reading it made me feel positive and uplifted.
January 20, 2021
I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. This is a book that will help and give one the tools they may need to deepen their journey into their spirituality. There are parts of this books that I enjoyed and I can't go back from what I have learned by reading what was written in the pages, but there were some places that I wish there was a little more explanation. I have kept some of the ideas to continue my search and took knows for my journal. It did get me looking in another direction which is something that I needed.
May 1, 2021
I have met this author and she walks the talk. I am totally on the science based give me the facts and probabilities side of things. The core of her book rests on the influence of a body of benevolent spirits guiding her when needed. That's a no go for me.
What I do find is that her conclusions and her advice line up very well with my own guiding principle - altruism is a beneficial trait for species survival.
This book will give you guidelines for projecting positive energy to those around you. In person, the author is an impressive force for good.
What I do find is that her conclusions and her advice line up very well with my own guiding principle - altruism is a beneficial trait for species survival.
This book will give you guidelines for projecting positive energy to those around you. In person, the author is an impressive force for good.
August 4, 2020
A great book that resonated with me personally. Diana has a very intriguing gift to connect with spirit. The book was written well with the points laid out well and included personal stories and exercises. The book reinforced to me to be happy, savor the present moment, and let go of spending energy on the past.
November 15, 2020
This book is gold for the spiritual journey. I started reading it when I was first beginning to connect to my spirit guides. This helped explain so much and to increase my trust in the messages I was receiving. It has guidance for connecting to spirit and hearing the messages. It contains so many powerful spiritual truths. If one can align with these truths, their world will change.
May 12, 2020
As someone who is trying to currently connect with my spirits around me and the spiritual world this book really spoke to me. I would highly recommend. It allowed me to to really connect and speak to various different outlets that will help me only take this experience even further, thank you. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
April 16, 2020
connect your own spirit guide to transform your life
May 10, 2020
I found this book very uplifting and very helpful in learning how to feel and listen to my spirit. It was written in a way that would make anyone realize that they tune in to their spirit.
August 16, 2020
Spiritual lessons and stories with depth and meaning. Thankyou Goodreads for this free book.
February 24, 2022
Part of a Goodreads giveaway. It was more memoir than anything, and I couldn't really get into it.
December 29, 2025
This book changed my life! Highly recommend!
February 26, 2023
Spirit Translator: Seven Truths for Creating Well-Being and Connecting with Spirit by Diana Cole
230 Pages
Publisher: St. Martin’s Press, St. Martin’s Essentials
Release Date: August 11, 2020
Nonfiction, Religion, Spirituality, Mediumship, Health, Mind, Body
The book is divided into the follow parts and chapters.
Part I:
Chapter 1: Otherworldly Beginnings
Chapter 2: I Called; Spirit Answered
Part II:
Chapter 3: Truth #1 – Thought Is the Action That Creates Your Life
Chapter 4: Truth #2 – You Are an Energy Being
Chapter 5: Truth #3 – Your Feelings Are Your Compass
Chapter 6: Truth #4 – Each Moment Can Be Delicious
Chapter 7: Truth #5 – Spirit Is Speaking to Your Always
Chapter 8: Truth #6 – The Earth Is Your Guru
Chapter 9: Truth #7 – Kind Words Are Your God Power
Part III:
Chapter 10: Feel Your Way to Well-Being
Chapter 11: You Can Speak to Spirit, Too
Chapter 12: You are Magic
Part IV:
Three Exercises to Elevate Your Life
It has always been a goal of mine to communicate with my mind. I have taken animal communication classes and done well with them but do not always have success with people or spirits. The author does a good job explaining the different types of “Clair” communication. She has an easy to read and understand writing style. If you are interested in communicating with spirits, this would be a good book to choose.
230 Pages
Publisher: St. Martin’s Press, St. Martin’s Essentials
Release Date: August 11, 2020
Nonfiction, Religion, Spirituality, Mediumship, Health, Mind, Body
The book is divided into the follow parts and chapters.
Part I:
Chapter 1: Otherworldly Beginnings
Chapter 2: I Called; Spirit Answered
Part II:
Chapter 3: Truth #1 – Thought Is the Action That Creates Your Life
Chapter 4: Truth #2 – You Are an Energy Being
Chapter 5: Truth #3 – Your Feelings Are Your Compass
Chapter 6: Truth #4 – Each Moment Can Be Delicious
Chapter 7: Truth #5 – Spirit Is Speaking to Your Always
Chapter 8: Truth #6 – The Earth Is Your Guru
Chapter 9: Truth #7 – Kind Words Are Your God Power
Part III:
Chapter 10: Feel Your Way to Well-Being
Chapter 11: You Can Speak to Spirit, Too
Chapter 12: You are Magic
Part IV:
Three Exercises to Elevate Your Life
It has always been a goal of mine to communicate with my mind. I have taken animal communication classes and done well with them but do not always have success with people or spirits. The author does a good job explaining the different types of “Clair” communication. She has an easy to read and understand writing style. If you are interested in communicating with spirits, this would be a good book to choose.
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