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“There are at least two kinds of games,” states James Carse as he begins this extraordinary book. “One could be called finite; the other, infinite.” Carse explores these questions with stunning elegance, teasing out of his distinctions a universe of observation and insight, noting where and why and how we play, finitely and infinitely. He surveys our world - from the finite games of the playing field and playing board to the infinite games found in culture and religion - leaving all we think we know illuminated and transformed.

A key figure in the metaphysical movement known as New Thought, Florence Scovel Shinn has influenced many modern spiritual leaders, including Dr. Wayne Dyer, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Deepak Chopra, May McCarthy, and Louise Hay. Through stories of real-life situations and biblical tenets, Shinn teaches that the empowering use of positive attitude and affirmations can create a path to wealth, good health, and loving relationships. Intuition, love, and prosperity can expand through intentional thoughts and prayer.

Helene Hadsell was "the woman who won every contest prize she desired". In Contesting: The Name It & Claim It Game, she shares her winning secrets in the vibrant, warm, and folksy manner that was uniquely her.

Shinn begins with the following statement: "Most people consider life a battle. It's not a battle.... It's a game. And, like most games, it can't be played successfully without understanding the rules." In a clear and accessible manner, Shinn then sets forth and explores the six key rules for the game of life, providing to listeners the user's manual for making informed decisions and fully embracing a life of success and happiness.

"Florence Scovel Shinn - The Collection" brings together four of the most beloved works by Florence Scovel Shinn, a pioneer in the field of self-help and spiritual empowerment. This collection serves as a profound yet accessible resource for anyone seeking to improve their lives through the timeless wisdom of mind and spirit.

First published in 1925, The Game of Life and How to Play It has inspired thousands of people to find a sense of purpose. Florence Scovel Shinn asserts that life is not a battle, but a game of giving and receiving. Whatever we place into the world will eventually be returned to us. This audiobook will help listeners discover how the mind plays a leading role in the game of life.

real time commentary on the goings-on in the maia. looking at reality through the lenses of astrology, human design, and radical surrender.

In chapters such as "During Your Swing Is Not the Time to Give Yourself a Lesson" and "How to Enjoy a Bad Round of Golf," the author guides golfers with simple yet powerful techniques to prepare for, execute, and, equally important, respond to the results of any golf shot. The author, Dr. Joseph Parent, is a PGA Tour Instructor who draws on his teaching experience to offer special methods that have led to amazing improvements in the games of professionals and amateurs alike.

Life is a constant reminder that nothing, however powerful in one season, remains so in the next. These endless cycles of change could really spook someone who is unprepared to face the realities. Remember that situations of helplessness are always created by one’s own limited imagination.

The Game of Life and How to Play It by Florence Scovel Shinn is a timeless spiritual guide that reveals the hidden laws behind success, prosperity, and happiness. Drawing from the principles of the New Thought movement, Shinn teaches that life is not governed by chance, but by thought, word, and spiritual alignment. Through simple yet powerful affirmations, visualization techniques, and real-life anecdotes, she shows readers how to replace fear with faith and speak their desires into existence.

In this new edition of the bestselling classic, Florence Scovel Shinn teaches the power of positive thought and how to access abundance, love and success.At a time of global trauma like no other, The Game of Life and How to Play It is the ultimate guide to creating a life full of optimism...

Mit einfachen, klaren Prinzipien vermittelt Shinn, wie Gedanken, Worte und innere Überzeugungen das Leben formen. Sie kombiniert dabei biblische Weisheit, Affirmationen und das Gesetz der Anziehung zu einer praktischen Anleitung für ein erfülltes und erfolgreiches Leben.

The Game ChangeHer Podcast is a prophetic, power-packed space for Trailblazers, Forerunners, Pathfinders, and Women of the Word who were crowned for such a time as this. Hosted by Pastor Traci Walker, each episode merges faith, strategy, and thought-provoking theology to uncover the hidden stories of women in Scripture and the modern Game ChangeHers walking in their mantle today. You can SISTER with us — this isn’t just a podcast, it’s a power shift as women rise to reclaim their voice in history.

FCA Beyond the Game takes you inside the stories of coaches, athletes, and leaders who live out their faith in every game, match, and moment. Hosted by Mike Leazer, Atlanta FCA Director, each episode dives into authentic conversations about leadership, identity, and what it means to follow Jesus beyond the scoreboard. From locker rooms to life lessons, discover how faith transforms competition and inspires purpose in and out of the game.

Now, in Stay in the Game, Matt shares the highs and lows of his storied career—from the first time he put on pads at age 7 in Slidell, Louisiana, his college days at Tulane University, and his decade of dominance in the NFL, to the difficult decision to hang up his cleats at age 32, and the work he is currently doing to mentor professional athletes and stop gun violence on the streets of Chicago.

Extreme physical effort, especially when coupled with risk and deprivation, has been known to produce strong effects in people. These range from "runner's high" or being "in the zone" to far more mystical experiences: visions, hallucinations, and superhuman performance. Bone Games is the story of Rob Schultheis' exploration of this strange terrain - the altered states of consciousness that can be an elusive product of extreme sports.

Marriage coaches and NFL chaplains George and Tondra Gregory give couples practical tools for long-term success in this holistic, biblically based guide for marriage.

We don’t always have control over our circumstances, we do have control over how we allow them to affect us! As a Christian, we should not be easily moved by what is going on in this world or in our own lives. We should strive to be moved only by those things which move the heart of God.

Mindfulness--the quality of attention that combines full awareness with acceptance of each moment, just as it is--is gaining broad acceptance among mental health professionals as an adjunct to treatment. This little book is a very appealing introduction to mindfulness meditation for children and...

Transform the competitive sports field into a discipleship opportunity as you help your young athlete become not just a better player but a devoted follower of God.