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I help women slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves—without the overwhelm. Through honest book reviews, journaling and intentional work—along with real-life insights—I turn advice and ideas into simple, doable steps, making personal growth feel realistic and not intimidating. I have one philosophy: you already have what you need; you just need the right tools to access it. I'm Jodi, and I am your Personal Growth Expert & Mindset Maverick.Ready to grow with me? Start your next chapter here.@shelfawarewithjodi
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A simple, life-changing story for anyone who’s ever wondered, “Isn’t there more to life?”When a traveler stops at a remote café, he expects nothing more than a quick meal. Instead, three unexpected questions on the menu change everything:Why are you here?
Do you fear death?
Are you fulfilled?Guided by the people he meets, he begins an unexpected journey of self-discovery that reshapes how he sees life, purpose, and meaning.Beloved by readers around the world, this gentle, inspiring story meets you where you are—and quietly points you toward where you’re meant to go.Your intuition brought you here. Now discover why.

Joseph Nguyen's Don't Believe Everything You Think makes the case that our suffering doesn't come from what happens to us—it comes from overthinking.The problem isn't the thoughts themselves; it's when we latch onto them and start believing them. His solution is to let thoughts flow without judgment, tap into intuition, and trust the process.When we stop the mental chatter, we naturally return to a state of peace, creativity, and clarity.

Matt Tenney's The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness argues that most of our unhappiness comes from our own thoughts, not what's actually happening to us.His solution is fairly straightforward: stop identifying so strongly with the voice in your head. He suggests starting with body awareness through simple meditation, then weaving mindfulness into your daily routine.The result? Less mental noise, more focus, and better connections with people.