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Jennifer Merritts announces the release of ‘You’re Not Your Car’


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Jennifer Merritts announces her entry to the publishing scene with the release of “You’re Not Your Car: A Guide To Finding Peace, Balance, and Understanding Who You Are Beyond Your Physical Body” (published by Balboa Press). This self-improvement book discusses who a person is beyond his/her physical body, a powerful energy being on a journey with goals.

This book is essential for those who are on a spiritual journey to understanding who they are beyond the person they see in the mirror. Filled with easy and fun analogies, this book helps people understand Soul Goals, Vibrational Frequency, how to balance their own chakras, and how to easily navigate through difficult experiences like death, acceptance, and trauma. The case studies included reflect back to us how to move forward, live in the moment, and become a powerful, creative, energy being.

“Our world is currently seeing some very difficult times. Pandemic, dangerous world leaders and climate change are just some of the factors contributing to a negative collective consciousness on our planet. In addition to that, our individual lives have equally challenging moments. We can choose to only see the misery that is happening all around us, or we can become aware of and tap into the spiritual energy that is available to us but, unfortunately, was never taught to us. It is a matter of being open to higher concepts, and willing to let go of limiting beliefs. We are powerful energy beings with limitless potential,” Merritts says.

When asked what she wants readers to take away from the book, Merritts answered, “I hope the information in this book helps people to understand the true essence of who they are. I hope people can learn to understand themselves from a greater perspective, and in so doing, will be able to change their lives from mundane or despair to one of joy and peace. When we can understand our lives as not just this one complicated moment but rather as a journey to transcendence, the beauty of the Universe can easily be felt. Some days can seem hopeless, but I know the Universal Energy field has so much to offer us that we have not even tapped into yet. I would love for everyone else to know that as well.” For more details about the book, please visit https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/843034-youre-not-your-car

“You’re Not Your Car: A Guide To Finding Peace, Balance, and Understanding Who You Are Beyond Your Physical Body”

By Jennifer Merritts, CPC

Hardcover | 5.5 x 8.5in | 226 pages | ISBN 9798765239650

Softcover | 5.5 x 8.5in | 226 pages | ISBN 9798765239636

E-Book | 226 pages | ISBN 9798765239643

Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the Author

Jennifer Merritts, who grew up in rural lower New York, began working with clients in 1997 and soon after established her center, Mindful Body with Soul, in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. She focuses on helping people feel good and thrive while in their bodies through spiritual coaching, chakra healing/balancing, life coaching, health coaching, and sound therapy. Merritts is also a registered yoga teacher and a Mayan abdominal therapist, and is currently studying Ayurveda Health. She has three grown children and lives in Delaware with her husband and little dog named Fancy.

Balboa Press, a division of Hay House, Inc. – a leading provider in publishing products that specialize in self-help and the mind, body, and spirit genres. Through an alliance with the worldwide self-publishing leader Author Solutions, LLC, authors benefit from the leadership of Hay House Publishing and the speed-to-market advantages of the self-publishing model. For more information, visit balboapress.com. To start publishing your book with Balboa Press, call 844-682-1282 today.

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Just Like You Films (JLYF) Honored with Gold Anthem Award for film, Just Like You


This shifted my perspective on these conditions… Asking someone to just get over an anxiety attack is like asking someone to just get over a severe asthma attack…It was necessary to make a film like this to get over the stigma surrounding mental health.”

The film, Just Like You – Anxiety + Depression tackles the national mental health crisis.

In the film, ten brave kids, two Emmy award-winning journalists, and a clinical psychologist destigmatize mental health by immersing the audience in the experience of living with an anxiety disorder in a way that leaves the audience enlightened, empowered, and equipped to understand these life-changing conditions. Just Like You Films (JLYF) produces award-winning content that sparks global change and inspires others to take local action in their communities.

Written and directed by Jennifer Greenstreet, this documentary altered the opinions of the audience, cast, and producers. In a post-viewing survey, 100 % of those surveyed agreed that they believe this film has the potential to save lives and highly recommend the film.

Director Jennifer Greenstreet states, “This shifted my perspective on these conditions… Asking someone to just get over an anxiety attack is like asking someone to just get over a severe asthma attack…It was necessary to make a film like this to get over the stigma surrounding mental health.”

Winners for the 2nd Annual Anthem Awards, presented by: The Webby Awards, will be celebrated at the Winners Celebration on February 27, 2023. Fans will be able to meet Director Jennifer Greenstreet and Hilaire Philips, mother to Pierson Philips and founder of the Pierson Project. Greenstreet and Pierson will be in New York City for the awards celebration and available for interviews from 11:30 to 5:00 on February 27, 2023.

Anthem Winners are selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences. Members include Nicholas Thompson, CEO, The Atlantic, Christina Swarns, Executive Director, Innocence Project, Zarna Surti, Global Creative Director, Nike Purpose, Maurice Mitchell, National Director, Working Families Party, Lindsay Stein, Chief Purpose Office, Tombras, Jennifer Lotito, President & Chief Operating Officer, (RED), Lisa Sherman, President & CEO, The Ad Council, Emily Barfoot, Global Brand Director Dove, Unilever, Trovon Williams, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications, NAACP, Roma McCaig, Senior VP of Impact, Clif Bar, Michelle Egan, Chief Strategy Officer, NRDC, Dinah-Kareen Jean, Senior Manager, Social Innovation, Etsy, Sarah Kate Ellis, President & CEO, GLAAD, Jad Finck, Vice President of Innovation & Sustainability, Allbirds, Christopher Miller, Head of Global Activism Strategy, Ben & Jerry’s, Shayla Tait, Director of Philanthropy The Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation.

The Anthem Awards was launched in response to the prevalence social good has taken within the national conversation and cultural zeitgeist in recent years. The 2nd Annual competition received nearly 2,000 entries from 43 countries worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, the Anthem Awards are defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their communities. A portion of program revenue will fund a new grant program supporting emerging individuals and organizations working to advance the causes recognized in the 2nd Annual Anthem Awards.

About Just Like You Films:

Just Like You Films (JLYF) is a mid-American, Emmy-Award-winning, women-run, nonprofit, film production company. Founded in 2009, JLYF has created 12 documentaries and is currently producing its first feature-length docudrama. Subjects include burn injuries, cancer, Down syndrome, autism, cleft lip and palate, port wine stain birthmarks, facial paralysis, lymphangioma, type 1 diabetes, anxiety disorders, depression, and food allergies. JLYF features real kids, parents, physicians, and award-winning public figures who care deeply about creating a kinder world through the power of film.

About The Anthem Awards:

Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards honors the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies and organizations worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, we’re defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their own communities. The Anthem Awards honors work across seven core causes Diversity; Equity & Inclusion; Education; Art & Culture; Health; Human & Civil Rights; Humanitarian Action & Services; Responsible Technology; and Sustainability, Environment & Climate. Founded in partnership with the Ad Council, Born This Way Foundation, Feeding America, Glaad, Mozilla, NAACP, NRDC, WWF, and XQ.

Diana Beranek’s newly released “Stop Being a Victim! Lift Weights Off, Lift Eyes Up, and Spread Your Wings” is a rousing, inspiring guide to overcoming victim mentality


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“Stop Being a Victim! Lift Weights Off, Lift Eyes Up, and Spread Your Wings”: a gripping and potent wake up call to change one’s perspective. “Stop Being a Victim! Lift Weights Off, Lift Eyes Up, and Spread Your Wings” is the creation of published author, Diana Beranek, a successful business owner and a health and wellness coach.

“Have you ever felt defeated by life, angry at God for allowing you to be knocked down once again by even more circumstances?” asks author Diana Beranek. “Have you ever felt you took the long route through your emotional turmoil? Have you ever insisted that there needed to be a personal quota on suffering and a scoreboard of pain as you are at the top of the list? Then this book is for you! I felt all these emotions and didn’t know for a long time that there was a better way to think or to react. I didn’t know how to interpret events differently. I actually wasn’t aware that there was a healthier, more positive way to live. I don’t have all the answers, but I can share my story of overcoming a victim mentality.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Diana Beranek’s new book is part personal memoir, part self-help guidebook. Beranek reveals how God transformed her from the inside out, showing her how to not just be a survivor, but an overcomer. She was led to a brand-new perspective that allowed her to experience true joy and begin to trust.

The three lessons of “Stop Being a Victim!” that changed Diana Beranek’s life are going from grieving to joy, pride to humility, and self-sufficiency and indifference to compassion. Beranek shares her experiences overcoming trauma and healing both physically and emotionally. She invites readers to follow along to her life’s story, blending personal anecdotes and quotes with inspirational Scripture.

View a synopsis of “Stop Being a Victim! Lift Weights Off, Lift Eyes Up, and Spread Your Wings” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Stop Being a Victim! Lift Weights Off, Lift Eyes Up, and Spread Your Wings” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Stop Being a Victim! Lift Weights Off, Lift Eyes Up, and Spread Your Wings”, contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Inspired by Mr. Thank You’s Message, Title Alliance Commits to Living Out their Core Value at the Extreme in December


“Gratitude has always been a part of my life and inspired by both John and Andrea I reached out to the principal to see how I could help our students to understand the importance of expressing gratitude regularly.”

At Title Alliance’s recent Amplify Event, the team was inspired by John Israel’s, talk on gratitude, which fittingly ties into Title Alliance’s Core value of “Have an Attitude of Gratitude”. Israel, known as “Mr. Thank You”, spoke to the team on how growing gratitude can also lead to growing business. Israel did a 1-year social experiment, writing 5 cards a day to a different person each day (a total of 1825 cards) and published his story in his book, “The Mr. Thank You Project.” The Title Alliance Team was so inspired, they took it back to the whole company and beyond.

On an all-hand call on November 29th, Chief Strategy Officer Lindsay Smith asked all team members to commit to 30 days of gratitude beginning December 1. She collected a total of 178 gratitude pledges from the team totaling a commitment for 5400 letters to be written in December.

Andrea Robinson, Marketing Manager, took the message to her son’s 2nd grade class at an Elementary School in Media, PA. She said, “It was truly amazing to see our youth pick up so quickly on the message that I was trying to relay and really embrace the project of handwriting a note to someone.”

Smith is also slated to share the message with the students in grades 4-8 at an Elementary School in Springfield PA later in December. She said, “Gratitude has always been a part of my life and inspired by both John and Andrea I reached out to the principal to see how I could help our students to understand the importance of expressing gratitude regularly.”

In 2021, Title Alliance unveiled their new core values of Embrace Positivity, Do The Right Thing, Get it Done, Have an Attitude of Gratitude and Make People Happy and since then has focused on culturally developing those traits and mindsets within the teams. At the recent Amplify event, two team members, Kristina Earhart and Yvonne Mosakowski, were recognized for displaying the core value of Have an Attitude of Gratitude in a peer nominated forum. “It’s always nice for leadership to notice when a team member acts in core values, but the power of the team members recognizing their peers is incredible. As we’ve worked to shift our culture, our teams have embraced the new core values and find ways to incorporate them into their daily interactions with one another and with their client,” Smith says.

If you want to hear more about the Mr. Thank You Project, visit Israel’s website at http://www.mrthankyou.com.

About Title Alliance:

Title Alliance, Ltd., has been forming successful single and multi-state joint ventures with lenders, Realtors and builders since 1983. It works with partners to establish in-house title and settlement operations, dramatically enhancing their customer service and increasing their profit. Started and headquartered in Media, Pa., Title Alliance’s family of companies are currently in 12 states and across 50 offices. Find out more information at http://www.titlealliance.com.

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“Everyday Heroes 3” Named Hot New Release on Amazon in First Day


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This is not only a big victory for the thoughtful team of co-writers but also for the volunteers at Habitat for Humanity who work tirelessly to build homes for those in need, and those being awarded digital bonuses.

Best-selling author and Direct Marketing expert, Matt Bacak with his 31 co-authors set out to break records with the release of “Everyday Heroes 3: A Collection of Inspirational and Motivational Stories from Around the World” and in less than a full day, they have certainly done that.

The book was released online at 9am EST, Friday November 17 and has already earned multiple accolades on Amazon and their book site. Amazon rankings include:


  • #1 Philosopher Biographies
  • #1 Business Professional’s Biographies
  • #1 New Releases, Philosopher Biographies
  • #1 New Releases, Business Professional’s Biographies
  • #2 New Releases, Professional and Academic Biographies
  • #3 New Releases, Biography and History
  • #10 New Releases, Business and Money

Additionally, the co-authors are offering almost $2,000 in digital bonuses and donating all book sale royalties to Habitat for Humanity, a non-profit organization that helps communities around the world build or improve homes for families in need. “Everyday Heroes 3” contributors believe Habitat for Humanity emulates the mission of the series. This “blitz buying” approach has worked well for these authors in the past and they are thrilled at the results to-date.

“The response to ‘Everyday Heroes 3’ is so exciting,” says Bacak. “This is not only a big victory for the thoughtful team of co-writers but also for the volunteers at Habitat for Humanity who work tirelessly to build homes for those in need, and those being awarded digital bonuses.”

“Everyday Heroes 3” is a special tribute to all of the hard-working, inspiring people that offer their time to the benefit of others. It is empowering with a beautiful dash of humility that encourages readers to take even the smallest step toward becoming an everyday hero themselves.

“Continuing to raise awareness to causes close to our hearts will always be the soul of our shared mission,” continues Bacak, “Everyone is so grateful to see all of those who have purchased a copy and those who plan to soon.”

The co-authors of “Everyday Heroes 3” include entrepreneurs, business owners and leaders from all over the world, including:

Matt Bacak, Adam Baetu, Devon Brown, Dr. Ivan Carney, Dr. Chase Dansie, Ron Douglas, Richard Fedrizzi, Reed Floren, Tracy Grote, Mark Hartmann, Nat Hecht, Dr. Kate Hughes, Jeremy Kennedy, Jeanne Kolenda, Aaron Landreth, Alicia Lyttle, Ricky Mataka, Zach Maxwell, Anthony McCarthy, Barry C. McLawhorn, Mike Molloy, Anthony Thomas Parker, Michael Penland, Michael Powell, Ani Railkar, Preston Rahn, Marlon Sanders, Koni Scavella, Paula Slavens, Mr. X, Rob Wallace, Harvey Zemmel.

For more information on “Everyday Heroes 3: A Collection of Inspirational and Motivational Stories from Around the World” visit http://EverydayHeroesBook.com and share your review on Amazon.

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Writers Republic Features the Book, Wisdom and Understanding by Nija L. Walker


Learning from Life and Everything In Between

A motivational and passionate speaker and writer, author Nija L. Walker invites readers to free themselves from negativity and embrace the power of life, love, and positive energy through the compelling insights and empowering stories in Wisdom & Understanding. There’s a treasure-trove of values and ideas as she talks about Patience, Self-Love, Forgiveness, Listening, Creativity, Mental Strength, and so much more, in the pages of her new book.

This book offers answers to many of life’s greatest challenges. It explains clearly how to transform oneself into the greatest version of themselves. It also provides readers with great insight into how to connect with and grow their personal relationship with God. It is strategically divided into ten chapters that address significant core values. Wisdom & Understanding reveals the truth about the purpose of people’s lives and how to achieve true success.

This book is available online and can be purchased at online bookstores; http://www.writersrepublic.com, http://www.amazon.com and http://www.barnesandnoble.com.

About the Author

Nija L. Walker is the founder of Strive For Excellence LLC, which was created to empower, enrich and positively impact the lives of millions of people. She is a dynamic speaker, a brilliant writer, and a powerful poet. Her words are insightful and life changing. She has the unique ability to create influential stories that beautifully illustrate life’s lessons. Her messages move people into action. Her wealth of wisdom and understanding produces tremendous value for her readers and listeners to acquire.

Wisdom & Understanding by Nija L. Walker

Paperback: $11.99 | ISBN-13: 9798885363983

Publication Date: June 17, 2022 | Pages: 104

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Nick Lee Thamer’s newly released ““Average” Doesn’t Take Much Effort, Dare to Be “Great”” is an empowering message of the drive needed to achieve greatness


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““Average” Doesn’t Take Much Effort, Dare to Be “Great””: an engaging self-help work that challenges readers to strive for more. ““Average” Doesn’t Take Much Effort, Dare to Be “Great”” is the creation of published author Nick Lee Thamer.

Nick Lee Thamer shares, “Nick was an over achiever, he was an athlete with above average ability and learned to channel the ability that God had given him. Nick did this so that he might perform to the best of his abilities that God had given him. These same principles that Nick used to be come the best he can be, are passed along in this book. All that I do know for certain is that inside of Nick was a burning desire that would not let him settle for less than the best. Being average was something that Nick never considered.

“This book is a compilation of everything that he thought about while overcoming obstacles in pursuit of his goals, athletics, and in life afterwards. If you are satisfied going through life being average, when you are older, you will only have average memories. Push yourself. The pain and sweat required to be the best is nothing compared to the memories you will have provided for yourself.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Nick Lee Thamer’s new book shares tips and tricks learned over a lifetime of how to break through and reach the next level.

Thamer’s dynamic energy and compelling message are certain to resonate with those who find themselves stuck in stagnation and uncertain of what steps to take to press forward.

Consumers can purchase ““Average” Doesn’t Take Much Effort, Dare to Be “Great”” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about ““Average” Doesn’t Take Much Effort, Dare to Be “Great””, contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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How to Get the Job of Your Dreams Without a College Degree” is a helpful guide to navigating a career without college


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Randy Whitaker, a family man with experience in data mining and research, has completed his new book “After the Pandemic: How to Get the Job of Your Dreams Without a College Degree”: a potent and informative directory to finding a great career, even without a college background.

“To a great extent, an employer still would like someone with a four-year college degree,” says Whitaker. “However, I believe this is changing. The need for those who work with their hands and those who are willing to work their way up through the various levels of an organization is becoming more and more desired by companies. The time it will take you to earn your degree, you could be making a nice living and will have accrued zero debt in the process. Plus, after working in an industry of your choice, something you do have an interest in, even a passion for, you may be on equal footing with a newly hired college grad based on the four years you have been working in your industry of choice.”

Published by Page Publishing, Randy Whitaker’s enlightening tale came to be after the author’s sons lost their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Neither son had a degree, but they did have strong work ethics. This inspired Whitaker to use his data mining background to look into career paths for his sons. He realized his extensive research could be helpful to others, and thus “After the Pandemic: How to Get the Job of Your Dreams Without a College Degree” was born.

Randy Whitaker describes how the labor shortage in the wake of the pandemic offers a unique opportunity for those without a college degree. Employers are shifting their focus more towards hands-on experience and work ethic over educational background. Whitaker finds that companies care more about a prospective employee’s ability to grow within a company and provides readers with fields that are perfect for this.

Readers who wish to experience this inspiring work can purchase “After the Pandemic: How to Get the Job of Your Dreams Without a College Degree” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not mired in logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and so on. Page’s accomplished writers and publishing professionals allow authors to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at http://www.pagepublishing.com.

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