STOCKTON, Calif., Jan. 12, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Kahlil Gibran wisely wrote in The Prophet, "Be together, but let there be spaces in your togetherness." Take a Break (now available through AuthorHouse) by Marianne Criswell explores the many ways humans can follow this sage advice to strengthen their spirit for the good of those around them.
With each section appropriately titled, from the whimsical "take a DOUGHNUT break" to the provocative "take a PRESENCE break," Criswell's guidance encourages readers to do just that. She peppers her own insight with an array of quotes from extraordinary people throughout history, from Albert Einstein to the band members of Green Day. In addition, she includes headlines, excerpts and images from newspapers, books and magazines to add punch to her convictions.
"Each chapter could be a workout in a spiritual gym, tightening, strengthening, buffing our mental muscles, and helping us keep Jean-Paul Sartre's 'pact of generosity' with every human being," writes Criswell.
Criswell's effervescent style brims with humor and wisdom as she points out the danger in anger and emphasizes the importance of finding beauty and peace. Even during their most troubling moments, readers can reflect on any of the suggested breaks in Criswell's book and regain a healthy perspective on life.
A collection of energizing interludes that saves the sanity and refreshes the spirit, Take a Break offers new focus in a world where vision is often blocked by negativity.
Although Christianity has paved Criswell's spiritual path, she believes that different faiths unite a multitude of people under one God. "My quest is to find my what-ness in the Who-ness of God. My hope is that Pop would never describe me as 'a low-down, good-for-nothing ingrate.' My prayer is that I will treat others as God treats me," she writes. Criswell currently lives in Stockton, Calif.
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