Product Description

In The Unmistakable Touch of Grace, New York Times bestselling author Cheryl Richardson takes readers on a spiritual adventure that awakens them to the power of grace.'Every event we experience and every person we meet has intentionally been put in our path to help us lead more fulfilling lives', says Cheryl - and once you learn to view your life from this spiritual perspective, the smile you receive from a stranger is no longer a random event, the call you get from an old friend is no longer a surprise, and the failed relationship that left you broken hearted is no longer a source of bitterness and pain. Instead, it's seen as a blessing in disguise, a gift that makes you stronger, more conscious, and ultimately, more alive.In her most personal book to date, Cheryl takes readers on a journey that will open their hearts and minds to the power of grace. Using inspirational stories, provocative experiments, and striking examples from her own life, she helps readers recognize that: There is a power force of energy available to lead you in the right direction. When you surrender and allow grace to lead, the right doors will open. Everything does, in fact, happen for a reason.?You are surrounded by 'spiritual change agents' - people who have agreed to take on roles that support your spiritual evolution. Rich with amazing stories of how grace has shaper her life and the lives of others, The Unmistakable Touch of Grace gives readers the inspiration and vision to see the 'hidden' miracles that occur in their everyday lives.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #141949 in Books
• Published on: 2005-06-01
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 359 pages

From the Back Cover
One decision, made almost twenty years ago, altered the course of my life. Since then I've learned that there are no coincidences. Every event we experience and every person we meet has intentionally been put in our path to help raise our level of consciousness. When we awaken to this fundamental truth, life becomes a spiritual adventure. The person who smiles at you while you're walking down the street is no longer a stranger. The phone call from an old friend who crossed your mind the day before is no longer a surprise. And the failed relationship that left you broken-hearted is no longer a source of bitterness and pain. Instead it's seen as a blessing in disguise, a gift that makes you stronger, more conscious and, ultimately, more alive.

Over time, as you come to understand these events for what they really are, you recognize that a benevolent force of energy has been available to guide and direct your life all along. I call this energy ‘the unmistakable touch of grace’.

This book tells the story of how grace has influenced my life as well as the lives of others. While some stories may seem unbelievable, all of them are true.As you follow this journey, you too will begin to see the signs of grace in your life.And, once you've finished, the way you view your life and the people in it will be changed for ever.

About the Author
Cheryl Richardson is the author of the New York Times bestselling books Take Time for Your Life, Life Makeovers and Stand Up for Your Life. Her work has been covered widely in the media, including the Today Show, Good Morning America, the New York Times and O Magazine. Cheryl led the Lifestyle Makeover Series on the Oprah Winfrey Show and accompanied Oprach on the 'Live Your Best Life' US nationwide tour. She lives in Massachusetts.

Customer Reviews

A true gem
I found this book such a pleasure to read and it gave me great comfort. I loved Cheryl's take on the concepts of Grace. A really good read.

A Terrible Disappointment
Having read Richardon's previous books I was looking forward to this one. What a disaster! It is highly repetitive and the word "grace" is worked to death. The subject of grace would be a fascinating subject for just one chapter of her self-help books.

Despite her claim that the concept of a higher power for good embraces both religious people and non-religious Richardson's own concept of the Christian God is a recurring theme as are many of the resource books quoted.

There was one useful page about clearing physical clutter to allow physical and mental space for others to enter.

The daftest page was one whereby husband Michael picked up a magazine featuring an angel drawn by someone with the same surname as his own. This was "grace" proving to Michael that angels exist.

Richardson had huge potential - let's hope she uses it again.

Perfect Title
This book has a perfect title and is an essential read for anyone who believes there is more to this life than retail therapy as a road to happiness and fulfillment. It's a joy to read and deeply thought provoking. Thank you Cheryl for doing the hard work so we can all benefit from these insights.