Inspiring Women: 55 Stories of Joy and Sorrow, Inspiration and Growth

Author: Jack Canfield et al.
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Publish Date: 2002-11-01
Features: Over 54 million copies sold worldwide, published in 56 countries across 40+ languages, touching hearts across the globe; A top motivational book on the New York Times Best Seller list for 7 years; Recognized as the best-selling book for employee motivation by 500 major companies in the USA! "These stories made me cry—not out of sadness, but out of joy. I told myself, 'Who are these women? I don’t know them, but they are so much like me.'" While medicine can cure physical illnesses, the only cure for loneliness, depression, and despair is love. Welcome to read Chicken Soup for the Soul: Inspiring Women. Since the publication of Chicken Soup for the Soul: About Women, it has generated an overwhelming response from readers around the world, which surprised us greatly. The book has consistently ranked at the top of major bestseller lists in the U.S. and become a reading choice for millions. But what moved us most was the feedback from women around the world. They said those stories touched their lives. The purpose of compiling this book was to open the hearts and touch the souls of every woman, and clearly, we succeeded. In fact, many readers told us that reading those stories was like their favorite potato chips—once they opened the pages, they couldn’t stop at just one. The letters and messages we received were so touching and inspiring that we’d love to share some excerpts here. A letter from the Bahamas said: "It’s definitely among the best books I’ve ever read. About halfway through, I deliberately slowed down to savor the beautiful stories before they ended." A reader from New Zealand wrote: "Honestly, after reading this book, 'thank you' became one of my most frequent expressions, and I also learned to deeply appreciate the blessings of heaven when snuggling into a warm bed at night." Another letter from Michigan said: "These stories made me cry—not out of sadness, but out of joy. I told myself, 'Who are these women? I don’t know them, but they are so much like me.'" A letter from California shared: "I struggled with depression but didn’t want to take 'antidepressants' out of fear of side effects. Your book has been the most effective medicine for me. Just reading one or two stories a day makes me feel much better. As a single mother, life is already tough, but your book has met my needs and made my life better."
People often ask us why Chicken Soup for the Soul has become such a phenomenon. Based on our experience, people’s hearts seem to be hungry—constantly bombarded with bad news. The hope, courage, and love conveyed through our real-life stories can give everyone a break and nourish their souls.