Freedom Is Inner Peace

— "The first step on the path of peace is to is to shift our attitudes." Translated more often than any other book except the Bible, the Tao Te Ching has been a spiritual guide for centuries, helping millions find peace within themselves, with each other, and with the natural world around them. Written in workbook style, complete with exercises, questionnaires, journal-keeping techniques, and affirmations, The Tao of Inner Peace translates the ancient Eastern philosophy into a plan for contemporary Western living. Diane Dreher, Ph.D., shows the way to: * Bring greater joy, fulfillment, and creativity to daily life * Heal the body and spirit * Build self-acceptance and self-esteem * Resolve conflict * Reverse negative cycles of emotion * Understand life as a process of changes and challenges With its lively, demystifying approach, The Tao of Inner Peace shows how the Tao can be a powerful source of growth, inspiration, and peace. Valeria Teles interviews Diane Dreher — the author of "The Tao of Inner Peace." Diane Dreher, PhD, PCC, CMC is the author of seven books, including the best-selling Tao of Inner Peace and her latest book, Your Personal Renaissance: 12 Steps to Finding Your Life's True Calling. As a Certified Professional Coach with the International Coaching Federation, Diane helps people discover their strengths, set goals they can believe in, overcome roadblocks, and flourish in their personal and professional lives. Drawing upon insights from positive psychology and Eastern philosophy, her work helps people create new possibilities and find greater hope in challenging times. To learn more about Diane Dreher and her work please visit: http://www.dianedreher.com/     — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life through the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.