Gigi Langer

Worry Less Now!

 Love More Now!

WE ARE THE LUCKIEST: You’ll love Laura’s smart-ass honesty and inspiration. 5 stars!

Laura McKowen’s new book, “We are The Luckiest” just came out and I had a chance to review an advance copy.

This book is so original—not “just another sobriety story.” She offers key ideas for waking up to a clean life of happiness and possibility. And she does it with her trademark smart-ass humor plus honesty and beauty.

An example of her honesty: “I thought drinking brought me into more depth, but it was an artificial amplification of only a few emotions.“

Check out the beauty of her writing: “We get to walk as humble guests, not troubled ones, with our feet in the mud and our hearts stretched toward the sky.“

You’re going to love this book, whether you’re in recovery or not. Very wise and applicable to many different life challenges.

Get it here; https://www.amazon.com/dp/160868654X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kykmEb5N7ANWD

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Gigi Langer, PhD.  Many years ago, I used alcohol, romance, and professional accomplishments to soothe my frayed nerves. Over time, I discovered effective tools from therapy, recovery pro­grams, scientific research, energy work, and a variety of philosophical and spiritual teachings. I share those techniques in my blog and book so you can find peace of mind and wisdom, no matter what is bothering you. 

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My award-winning book, 50 Ways to Worry Less Now, describes how I and others have defeated the faulty thinking leading to dysfunctional relationships, perfectionism, addiction, and worry about loved ones. Gain practical strategies through personal stories. Amazon: 4.8 stars (53 reviews) (Buy Paperback, e-book, OR audiobook HERE

REVIEWS:  Karen Casey, best-selling author of Each Day a New Beginning (Hazelden) â€œEven though I have been in recovery for more than 4 decades, and didn’t think another self-help book would make it to my treasured list, I was wrong. This book is a winner.” 

Anonymous Reader: â€œYour Book certainly transformed my life!  All I can say is, THANK YOU A MILLION TIMES OVER” 

MAKE THIS THE YEAR OF YOUR DREAMS!

(I wrote this 12/28 but couldn’t send it then, so here it is!) Peter and I are in Baton Rouge, driving to FL after a wonderful Xmas with my sister in Ft. Worth TX. We had a great time! Here I am with the Rusty, her Quarter Horse.

I grew up west of Chicago in Oakbrook–a Mecca for horses, so I got to ride a lot. There’s nothing like burying your nose in the dusty warm smell of a horse’s neck!

Many young people dream of riding a horse, and only realize that dream later in life, as did some of my good friends. What a gift that is!

What dreams have you held and then forgotten? Perhaps it’s an old hobby, or a new interest. Search your heart to see what makes it leap in anticipation.

I’ve always dreamed of seeing the Grand Canyon, and this year I plan to fulfill that dream! Can’t wait!

I hope you discover a new and exciting part of your life in this first year of the new decade. Each and every minute is precious!

Thanks again for your interest in my writing and musings. You keep me on my toes!!😘

Meet My Buddy, Harriet Hunter

Harriet Hunter and I met online through a FaceBook group for writers. We hit it off immediately and began to exchange e-mails and encourage one another.

You see, we were each about to launch our books. And we couldn’t stand the excitement! I offered to do an advance review of “Miracles of Recovery,” and my glowing words now appear on the back cover!

This book is a wonderful gift for anyone in recovery.

I read it every day.

If you’d like a sample, listen to the recording below as Harriet Hunter reads “The Gift of Faith.”

I know you’ll love her infectious enthusiasm for life.

To get more wonderful blogs and daily recordings, go to HarrietHunter.org and sign up!

https://soundcloud.com/harriet-hunter-826173182/october-14-practicing-faith?fbclid=IwAR1UyGuUzmkZE5G_8NE9WXNilAEAgKJx9ZQEYUsdAlsLxa0lmzMRJsBeywY

One day, Harriet emailed me about a book fair she was attending about three hours from me. We decided to share a table to showcase our books. We had never met face-to-face until that weekend, and we became fast friends immediately!

Get to know Harriet through her wonderful website, HarrietHunter.org She’s a star!

Sisters are the Best!

This blog post is a bit late because I had the most wonderful week with my sisters and a good friend. They flew in last Monday from D.C. and Texas to stay with me. (Peter–wisely–escaped on a short trip out of town!)

It was so much fun to share with them the wonders of southeast Michigan! First we went to Ann Arbor, one of the premier college towns in the country. We had fun visiting the campus and shopping downtown. After a leisurely lunch, we came home and watched the Nationals beat the Brewers. Lots of baseball fans in my family!

On Wednesday we toured the revitalized city of Detroit. The Motown Museum was totally worth the low cost and we had an awesome guide for the one-hour tour. (If you go, you must have reservations). Woodward Avenue is so gorgeous now! My sisters had to check out the Shinola watch store in the beautifully renovated Shinola hotel. We finished the day at the famous Slow’s Barbecue in the Corktown. Yum!

On rainy Thursday, we had brunch at Anna’s House Restaurant and went to see the movie “Judy.” Our mom had been a great fan, so we had to see the bittersweet story of Judy Garland’s last years. Peter came back to town and joined us for dinner at Moro’s, a genteel Italian restaurant near Dearborn. Friday saw my sisters leaving, and I sure do miss them now.

There is nothing like sisters! But what if you don’t have any, or if you’re estranged? Well, there’s a simple solution: adopt them! Those of us in 12-Step programs have it easy with sponsors, sponsees, and recovering friends. But, most groups of like-minded people will bring you rich, caring relationships that can be counted on.

Let me know about the “sisters” you’ve discovered and the fun things you’ve done together. I’d love to hear…

PS: You may know that the Audiobook for Worry Less Now is available from Amazon, Audible, and i-tunes. Use this link to purchase it Adbl.co/2MqkjVL Be sure to get the comprehensive PDF/Workbook that comes with it.

ALSO, if you or someone you know has a blog related to recovery, audiobooks, or wellness, please refer them to my blog tour. They’ll get a free audiobook, the PDF, and a chance to win 2 Skype sessions with me. Registration closes Oct. 15. Click here