Praise and Poverty

Praise and Poverty

Praise and Poverty

Gloria D. Fondren Ph. D. / Gloria DFondren PhD.

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AuthorHouse
Año de edición:
2013
Materia
Biografía: general
ISBN:
9781481754255
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Inspired by her grandmother’s praise, at a young age, Gloria Fondren became exceedingly motivated. Amidst poverty, the path she chose to follow as a child enabled her to face obstacles, challenges, and various life trials with confidence. Gloria Fondren’s optimistic attitude was conveyed in persistence and endurance which ultimately gave her hope and courage to overcome. This book tells the story of Gloria Fondren’s childhood. Embedded in deep rooted emotions are humor, joy, sadness, and pain as vividly described in each chapter of this book. Candidly written, Gloria Fondren’s childhood is inspiring, insightful, and heartwarming. This exciting new book: . Shows the powerful impact one’s upbringing can have on the ability either to persevere and overcome trials and obstacles with victory or give up with defeat . Examines the mindset of readers invoking deep thoughts on what a person may be holding on to as opposed to letting go of in regards to childhood experiences . Challenges parents, grandparents, and caregivers, as role models, to earnestly consider how they would like to be remembered based on the impact they have had on their children’s lives . Provides noteworthy insight into principles, morals, responsibility, and work ethics developed as a result of praise . Offers hope, motivation, courage, and a sense of self-belief for young readers, thereby, developing the attitude that, if I believe and put my mind to it, I can do it

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