Self-help and motivation can—and should—be fun! For those who are delighted by the wonder of the written word, The Beacon of Greater Good is a self-discovery and therapy tool that offers stories, symbolism, and strategies for creating hope and wonder in everyday life! Filled with positive daily affirmations, tidbits of wisdom, and realistic motivation, this book offers a new, lighter take on self-help for readers who want to heal their past and make way for a brighter future. Lyrical, whimsical, and lit up with life coach and author Gill Mongeon’s characteristic wit, this book shows that by changing the way you think about yourself and the people around you, you can change the world. Like a beacon of light in the darkness, The Beacon of Greater Good offers deep empathy and inspirational treasures that readers can return to again and again.

Against the all-too-familiar backdrop of corporate malfeasance, scandal in our religious institutions, political chicanery to serve ulterior motives, and constant reminders of the corruptive influence of power, For the Common Good showcases the insights, reflections, and recommendations of some of today's most forward-thinking and inspiring leaders, applying their expertise in fields such as ecology, education, and conflict resolution. Today's challenges test leaders to their very core, and require a fundamentally new kind of leadership committed to the greater good of society. From Nobel Prize winner, John Hume, to Leader-to-Leader Institute Chair, Frances Hesselbein, Harvard University's Howard Gardner to President Jimmy Carter, the contributors argue that because individuals, institutions, and societies are now so profoundly connected and inter-related, every decision of consequence has a ripple effect. Leaders of all stripes, including corporate executives, politicians, social activists, scientists, and educators, must display courage, integrity, humility, and the wherewithal to consider the long-term impact of their decisions and actions; most importantly, they must engage in dialogue and recognize that creative solutions to complex problems require collaboration. The result is a provocative and multi-dimensional exploration of leadership in troubled and troubling times—but with a hopeful note that individuals and organizations will rise to the challenges.