Being The Present

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We have here in the studio with us to inspiring and accomplished women Pilar Stella and Cynthia Aliza Blake, the authors of BEing the Present 101 Ways to Inspire Living and Giving –a book that they say is like Eckart Tolle meets Chicken Soup for the Soul. They are here today to tell us a bit about why they wrote this book, how they came together, and what their vision is for the book. They are two inspiring and amazing women who created this book and published it within a year. The book is available at www.onegiving.com or www.beingthepresent.com.

Book Questions for BEing the Present
What inspired you to write this book?
How did you come up with the Title? Explain its significance.
How did you decide to write the book and how did you two come together?
At the beginning of the book you talk a bit about your discoveries in the process of writing the book, please share a little bit.
What are some of the 101 ways to inspire living and giving? Share some of your favorites.
How can our listeners benefit from the book?
Where can people order this book?
Who is this book targeting?
What is OneGiving that you mention in the book– Tell us more about what that is.
I understand that a portion of the proceeds of the book will go to different causes, tell me more.
What are you plans for future books?

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BEing the Present
101 Ways to Inspire Living and Giving
ISBN # 978-1-60037-516-3

Summary
Pilar Stella and Cynthia Blake are the authors of BEing the Present: 101 Ways to Inspire Living and Giving. Pilar Stella is the CEO and Founder of OneGiving and is a visionary leader, speaker, author and social entrepreneur who has been working towards social change and making a difference on the planet through every endeavor she has embarked on over the past 15 years. Cynthia Aliza Blake is a passionate writer and life coach who inspires and empowers others to recognize their inherent gifts, radiate health, and attain success in their lives. Cynthia is committed to empowering the world through gratitude and giving. Having grown up on the fringes of society, the product of mixed cultures, her dream and vision of empowering others is truly from her heart.

In BEing the Present: 101 Ways to Inspire Living and Giving, these two dynamic women offer insightful personal journeys to understanding the powerful relationship between giving and living in the moment. With vivid quotes, amusing anecdotes, and diverse real-life stories, this collection of honest moments will help readers explore the rich landscape of “the present” and find inspiration for reflection and action in their lives. BEing the Present takes the reader on a journey of exploration of living in the moment—of being fully in the here and now and sharing the gifts that come by living fully moment by moment.

Introduction of Pilar Stella and Cynthia Aliza:
Pilar Stella and Cynthia Aliza Blake are the authors of BEing the Present 101 Ways to Inspire Living and Giving –a book that they say is like Eckart Tolle meets Chicken Soup for the Soul. They met at a women’s leadership seminar in summer of 2007 and here they are just over a year later with a book that came out of their connection.

Book and Prices:
BEing the Present: 101 Ways to Inspire Living and Giving ($24.95 hardcover)

Book and Author Websites:
www.onegiving.com
www.beingthepresent.com
www.pilarstella.com

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