04012cam a2200385 4500 233386994 TxAuBib 20150605120000.0 ||||||s2010||||||||||||||||||||||||und|u 9780061988851 0061988855 b7c03687-3111-4a30-8eea-6c684b5ca566 OverDrive (Reserve ID) 291345 OverDrive (Product ID) 291345 OverDrive (Product ID) TxAuBib Hall, Kevin. Aspire [Libby] : Discovering Your Purpose Through the Power of Words. HarperCollins, 2010. Format: OverDrive OverDrive MP3 Audiobook, Filesize: 153MB. Format: OverDrive OverDrive Listen, Filesize: 153MB. Self-Improvement. Nonfiction. The author is befriended by a retired language professor who teaches him the deeper meanings of 11 words that are central to personal growth. The root meanings of words like "integrity," "pathfinder," and "empathy" add substance to their ability to help people find fulfillment in life. Patrick Lawlor's flawless reading and steady expression of Hall's excitement make his message vibrant: We achieve our destinies best when we are honest about who we are, use our best talents, are open to helping and learning from others, and are steadfast in putting our passions into action. This is audio learning at its best--thought-provoking insights, memorable guidance, and an engaging narrative that is made even more inspiring by the narrator's talent and enthusiasm. T.W. (c) AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine. AudioFile Magazine. HTML:<p>"Just as I broke new ground in human development over twenty years ago by uncovering the habits that make for a meaningful and effective life, Kevin is breaking new ground by uncovering and revealing the true intent and meaning of the words that make up those habits."</p> <p>—Stephen R. Covey, bestselling author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People</p> <p>We live our lives word by word—to build our relationships, to convey our points of view, to object to wrongs done to us or to others, to comfort our children and our friends. We also use the wrong words—sometimes unknowingly—and get ourselves into situations we'd rather not be in.</p> <p>As Stephen R. Covey points out in his introduction:</p> <p>*Words sell and words repel</p> <p>*Words lead and words impede</p> <p>* Words heal and words kill</p> <p>Kevin Hall discovered the deeper power inherent in words after a fateful encounter with a wise shopkeeper in Vienna. When that led to an introduction to an esteemed etymologist residing in a senior home, Hall embarked on a project that changed his life, and has since changed the lives of thousands of readers. Discover the eleven words—as well as the secret word—that when used correctly, can light your path to the lifelong success you deserve.</p>. Media Type: Audiobook. Importer Version: 2014-01-08.01 Import Date: 2015-08-05 20:00:03. Lawlor, Patrick G. 2009 Kevin Hall, Power of Words LLC. http://camellia.lib.overdrive.com/ContentDetails.htm?ID=b7c03687-3111-4a30-8eea-6c684b5ca566 http://excerpts.cdn.overdrive.com/FormatType-25/0293-1/291345-Aspire.wma Excerpt (OverDrive MP3 Audiobook) http://excerpts.cdn.overdrive.com/FormatType-425/0293-1/291345-Aspire.mp3 Excerpt (OverDrive MP3 Audiobook) http://samples.overdrive.com/?crid=B7C03687-3111-4A30-8EEA-6C684B5CA566&.epub-sample.overdrive.com Excerpt (OverDrive MP3 Audiobook) http://excerpts.cdn.overdrive.com/FormatType-25/0293-1/291345-Aspire.wma Excerpt (OverDrive Listen) http://excerpts.cdn.overdrive.com/FormatType-425/0293-1/291345-Aspire.mp3 Excerpt (OverDrive Listen) http://samples.overdrive.com/?crid=B7C03687-3111-4A30-8EEA-6C684B5CA566&.epub-sample.overdrive.com Excerpt (OverDrive Listen)