I've Been Thinking . . .: Reflections, Prayers, and Meditations for a Meaningful Life - Tapa dura

"This book is full of hope, inspiration, wisdom--from a woman [who] embodies all that she writes. Such a wonderful read." --People "Shriver tackles motherhood, faith, acceptance, and more in her search for how we can all live a more meaningful life. With quotes, prayers, and personal anecdotes, this book feels like a long walk with a close friend." --PopSugar "An uplifting collection. . . intimate and thought-provoking." --goop "Sometimes, we could all use a read that makes us feel good and inspired. . . . a collection of moving quotes and reflections from Maria Shriver designed to get you through whatever journey you're on." -Hello Giggles "The honesty of this uplifting book will please Shriver's established readership as well as new readers looking for inspiration." -Publishers Weekly "Maria Shriver is a beacon of compassion and understanding--a life force." --Tom Brokaw "This book is superb. Shriver teaches all of us in the graduate program of life to seek meaning through the joy of following your heart. Just the kind of advice a heart surgeon cherishes." --Mehmet Oz, MD "In I've Been Thinking . . . Shriver serves up golden nuggets of wisdom, honesty, and inspiration that take us out of our individual worlds and connects us to what's important, true, and meaningful in the journey of being human." --Mark Hyman, MD; director, Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine "Maria Shriver is a person of unusual compassion, intelligence, and honor. If you want to feel uplifted, inspired, and comforted, read it. This book, like its author, is a precious gift to the world." --Martha Beck "Thought-provoking, spirited, a deep and personal message to help one discover a meaningful and joyful life." --Deepak Chopra "If you are feeling stuck, lost, or you just need a pick-me-up, this is the book for you. Shriver's wisdom will fill you up." --Hoda Kotb, coanchor, The Today Show "There's so much noise in the world, so many distractions, responsibilities, choices. Shriver's soulful words of wisdom, guidance, and strength are both beautiful and invaluable." --Elizabeth Lesser, cofounder, Omega Institute "Maria Shriver has always been a voice of hope, unity, equality, and love--a wise, steady voice calling us to become our best selves. Here, she gives us her hard-earned wisdom, tenderness, courage and wildly gorgeous, inclusive, accessible faith. . . . It's a book every person should keep close." --Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Love Warrior "A gem. . . a spiritual and emotional gift to everyone who reads it." --Joan Chittister "This book will fill up your inspirational tank until it overflows! Essential for anyone needing to restore peace, purpose, and passion." --DeVon Franklin

In this candid and heartfelt book, Shriver offers up the lessons she's learned along the way, and the meditations she's kept by her side as a touchstone for the challenges that arise. The quotes, scriptures, prayers, and reflections within are meant to encourage empowerment, accomplishment, and forward mobility in women of all ages.