Beautiful Reminders: Anew

Publisher Marketing: Rediscover the Absolute Inner Knowing Hidden Within You More than a book, Beautiful Reminders is an experience. It allows readers to stop the external noise and remind themselves of their true knowing, the essence of their beauty and the soulful chime from deep within. It is a reflection upon their true spirit. What sets "Beautiful Reminders" apart from other collections of affirmations and photos is it is not a self-help book but rather a physical, real gathering of thoughts, feelings and inspirations that help the reader retain the connection to the true essence of life. In the spirit of Hafez, a 14th century Persian poet and singer of the soul, this book captures whispers of life and releases them into the reader's consciousness. These quotes and photos will open your mind while others will open your heart. They continue to act as living, breathing tools of enlightenment, remembrances of what is truly important. ""This beautiful book is a must for anyone who knows the power and wisdom that can come from a seemingly simple quote. What a great resource for anyone who wants to lead themselves and others toward a greater sense of purpose."" Bob Proctor, Best-selling Author of "You Were Born Rich" and star of "The Secret" ""Keep this fabulous book close by so for immediate inspiration and clarity. I highly recommend it!"" Peggy McColl, New York Times Best-Selling Author "This collection of inspirational passages with beautiful photos brings us many important thoughts that can inspire us to live our lives well and contribute to the world around us. It is very inspirational, spiritual and brings peace to one's soul. The quotes give you a way to change your perspective and help you choose a better way to start the day. I know I will be keeping this book to reference time after time and recommend it to readers of all ages."" Judy O'Beirn, Creator and Co-author of International Bestselling book "Unwavering Strength" ""Beautifully written and serving as a means to maintain alignment with the powerful vibration of life, Beautiful Reminders is created out of pure love from the heart of Banafsheh Akhlaghi and delivers medicine to the soul. What better way to be reminded of our innate beauty, our true and pure forever lasting love, and overflowing with abundance, gift of life. This book is a must read... A masterpiece. A gift to all. The words from this book will soothe you and set you in tune to the awareness, beauty, and abundance that surrounds us all daily. This book speaks love and life... Beautiful love and abundant life..."" Rodney C Flowers, Bestselling Author of "Get Up! I Can't. I Will. I Did... Here's How!" Sometimes, the prose is inspired by the photos, while at other times the prose inspires the photos. There is a dance of sorts between the two. I hope you enjoy these captured moments and allow them to transport you to another time and place, while remaining grounded in the here and now. I am not a professional photographer. I only used the pure and natural light of the moment and the object of the image before me. Each photo in this book was captured on my handheld phone. All photographs were produced and are owned by the author. Contributor Bio:  Akhlaghi, Banafsheh Banafsheh Akhlaghi is a pioneering civil and human rights attorney, educator and social entrepreneur. She has learned through her work how decisions we make globally affect us locally and has always worked to transform lives at all levels. She immigrated to the United States from her native Iran with her parents at the age of five. As a child, she sat at her father's side as he father recited poems of Hafez and other great poets, experiencing the magic and passion of the words and the sharing. Like her fellow countrymen, she too learned to engage the world on all levels through the living language of the poets. This perspective has influenced every aspect of her life, inspiring her to grab hold of every opportunity, reach for every dream and push for justice and peace every day. She started her career as a professor of Constitutional Law at the John F. Kennedy School of Law. Banafsheh has worked as a consultant with the United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) and was the director of the West Region for Amnesty International. She has won several awards for her work, including the Fred Korematsu Civil Rights Award. Banafsheh was named one of the "Top 100 Leading Lawyers in California" and "Top 100 Most Influential Lawyers in California" by the Daily Journal. She was also nominated for the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award in 2008 and received a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from the U. S. House of Representatives that same year. She has spoken at conferences and events around the world, met with world leaders, thinkers, artists and activists, and has dedicated her life to the realization of peace in her lifetime. Banafsheh received her B. A. from the University of San Francisco, with attendance at Cambridge University, and her J. D. from Tulane University.