The Tao of Motherhood

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Summary: A beautiful inspiration for today's busy mothers.
Review: I carried this book in my store "Vortex", in the East Village of NYC in the late 80's. It had a big impact on me as I explored spiritual aspects of birth and parenting. Many books have come in and out of my life since then, but I always remembered the gentle words of quiet wisdom Vimala had to share. I recently had the good fortune of meeting Vimala in person, and immediately remembered this beautiful book. I have 2 copies now: one from my old store that I loan out, and a new copy that my mother gave me a few months before I met Vimala. I loan the first copy out to mothers who are caught up in the frenetic pace of today's busy, stressed - out world. It is a quiet place to retreat to. Thank you Vimala! -Luana

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Summary: Inspiration for All Parents
Review: I've written this translation of ancient Chinese master Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching especially for parents. Each page is a small vignette, interpreting this great teacher's advice in a way that works for parents today. Though the title is "Motherhood," it can apply to the "mothering" that fathers do, too. Parents of children of all ages can find inspiration and help here. If you have a baby and not much time to read, just randomly picking a page to read can give you a thought for the day and help you parent your child in the way you want to: with love and strength, centered in your Spirit. I hope this book brings inspiration, encouragement and empowerment to you as a parent. Thank you!

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Summary: Vimala reminds us of the spirituality in parenting
Review: This beautifully written book has been a comfort to me during the trying times of parenting a young child. Her words are gentle and touch the inner core of who I am trying to be as a good parent. I have found strength when I was at my lowest and yet she reminds me that we are in this world but not of this world. With her guidance I have been able to put aside the demands and comparisons society places on me as a parent and to focus on what truly matters. I have given this book to my friends and I plan on passing it on to others that are looking for a spiritual connection to their children.

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Summary: Easy read w/ usable solutions to the hard job of parenting!
Review: This book was given to me after the birth of my 3rd child over seven years ago. Amazing how much I had to learn about being a parent, and what a patient teacher Vimala can be. Without guilt she enables you to make changes in the type of parenting you've learned and supports you in teaching yourself to parent if you feel unprepared. Written for easy access, as a soon to be mother of five, I always have a moment(that's all it really takes) to reread a passage and regroup my parenting skills.

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Summary: not the tao te ching
Review: This may be a fine book for parenting/motherhood, but it is not Lao Tzu's tao te ching. His classic text has broad applications to many areas of life, but the stretch to motherhood is too great.