You have never read a book quite like this one, and you will never be the same when you finish this unique literary adventure. Woman with a Voice is a great selection for book groups; each chapter ends with a “Your Turn” section, giving readers a chance to put new insights into action. WARNING: You may cry as you read how Vicki stood up to her father, refusing to listen to a racist joke. You may discover you are mixed up with a soul-killing man when you read “How to Spot a Real Man.” You may decide you are finally going to give yourself the love you deserve when you finish the chapter on Impeccable Self Care. You may feel compelled to give this book to everyone you really care about. These little miracles are offered in a unique combination of candor and humor. Vicki Hannah Lein shares the discovery of her authentic voice as she offers help to readers who want to do the same. Through stories, poems, and song lyrics, she shares insights about growing up in a home with too much drinking and violence. At age forty-three, Vicki loses her central vision and is forced to redefine and rediscover her purpose on the planet. Part autobiographical, part self-help and spiritual growth, this book provides hours of validation and inspiration for anyone who desires to live from their deepest truth and highest calling. Early Reviews —The book is absolutely FABULOUS! My husband and I are reading it together. Just the introduction has inspired us to stand true to ourselves. C.B., spiritual director and retired nurse practitioner Amazon gives this book a FIVE STAR RATING!
Vicki Hannah Lein is an award-winning counselor, singer/songwriter, international keynote speaker, author, teacher trainer, and comedienne who delights in traveling all over the world inviting people to come out and play with possibility. Through her singing and speaking she inspires her audiences to find magic, humor, and perspective in the adversities of everyday living. Legally blind herself, Vicki’s compassion , enthusiasm and willingness to embrace life emboldens all of us in the "human club." “We all have genius in us, “she says. “If we learn to trust the gentle inklings and nudges that are leading us to creativity, then our homes and careers can be transformed one choice at a time.” "Be a WarriorBabe!" Vicki is a: Singer/Songwriter Poet Entertainer Teacher/Counselor Vicki has presented at: International Community Educators Conference Hewlett-Packard European Counsel of International Schools Occupational Therapy Conference Credit Professionals Bureau of Land Management Caregivers Conference Wellness Conferences Head Start Hospitals, Nursing Homes Indiana School for the Blind Awards Distinguished Oregon Educator Promising Practices, Oregon Counseling Association Outstanding Program, Oregon Elementary Principal Association Education M.S. Counseling, B.A. English Experience High school teacher, elementary school counselor, alternative education counselor Drug and alcohol counselor Member of Free Range Chix, original musical comedy for the soul Radio talk show host Presents for: Staff Development in Education European council of International School Association