Swimming Lessons Life Lessons from the Pool, from Diving in to Treading Water |
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| Author:
| Niven, Penelope |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4379-7953-4 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2012 |
| Publisher: | DIANE Publishing Company
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $13.00 |
Book Description:
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At age 44, author Niven felt that her life was slipping by with some long-held dreams still unrealized. In urgent need of a change for body, mind, and spirit, she decided to face her fears and learn how to swim. She was surprised to discover that each skill she learned in the pool offered a striking parallel in how to live. Floating, treading water, swimming with all your might: These are simple yet eloquent metaphors for approaching life. It can be more dangerous to dive into shallow...
More DescriptionAt age 44, author Niven felt that her life was slipping by with some long-held dreams still unrealized. In urgent need of a change for body, mind, and spirit, she decided to face her fears and learn how to swim. She was surprised to discover that each skill she learned in the pool offered a striking parallel in how to live. Floating, treading water, swimming with all your might: These are simple yet eloquent metaphors for approaching life. It can be more dangerous to dive into shallow water -- to simply settle for easy and comfortable choices -- than to plunge into the depths of the unknown. ¿This book is for anyone facing a change or simply looking for some inspiration.¿ Illustrations.