Jun 2nd 2010 I am Khalid & i am Voting for Farhana because i simply believe in her.

wow, can't wait to read more, surviving the cheather's denial really touches what you go through with infidelity. Inspiring that someone not only moves on, but moves up

Go Farhana!

Way to go! You sure made the right decision eh? Good Luck, we are all so proud of you!

I have read this beautiful book, and was amazed when I met Farhana last night her authenticity, honesty and beauty radiated the room! Good Luck Farhana...

you are shining so brightly .... keep moving girl we are watching and supporting you! car

I believe in Farhana and she is the most wonderful and endearing person i have ever met. Love you!!

Faith, perseverance, endurance. All epitomized by you, Farhana. Great work. May The Providence with you. Amen! Zul

I had heard her and her book through her family. I think it is excellent and can't wait until I receive my own copy. Great Job!

As I live in Australia...I cannot receive your generous gifts of seminars, however, I would love to have a copy of your book, as I have a Baha'i who is currently going through this separation with her husband and would find it most beneficial. My address is Angela Monticelli, 14 Bardia Avenue, Findon, South Australia, Australia 5023. What a wonderful present it will be, thanking you in advance. Much love Angela Monticelli

Wonderful Farhana! From heart-break to heart opening - I love it!

Good Luck in your life journey. Wishing you as little hicups as possible.

Thanks for the comments here... I am humbled for all this support I have received and so honored to know that in it's small way, the message of this book has touched you. xoF

Hello Farhana, Greetings! Being very emotional i can really feel your pain and anguish. All the blessings to you and may Allah watch over you. Regards Sudhakar

Farhana, you are such an inspiration. Thank you for such a gift to families. Reminds me of a quote by Candice Bergen' "I used to believe that marriage would diminish me, reduce my options. That you had to be someone less to live with someone else when, of course, you have to be someone more." Best wishes to you in this amazing contest! :) Cheers from Thea at selfimprovementplus.com

Your work has impacted me personally and shown that it is possible to go through divorce and have it be a learning and growing experience for everybody, including the children. I love your quote about how everything that happened it happened FOR you and not to you. Amazing what a simple change in perspective can do for one's spirit.

This book was amazing. The lessons learned can be applied to any situation in life where the universe has created an opportunity to move forward when we are not wanting to take the leap of faith and do it ourselves. Farhana's amazing ability to distill the lessons and present them in a way we can relate to creates an amazing resource for anyone wanting to make shifts in their lives. Ariana Brackenbury, Calgary

I Adore, Adore, Adore the awareness and inspiration in Farhana's writing. I particularly appreciate section 59, starting page 88. Considering another point of view or perspective. This story is about people and life - it applies everywhere. It is about knowing and getting to know yourself and your partner. Owning your role in what happens in your Life.

Thank you writing such an honest and heartfelt book. Your authenticity will help others find the truth in their own life and help free them....GREAT WORK! ~ Matt

You have done an amazing job at writing this book and you are inspiring many people. You are changing peoples lives. WE are very proud of you. Keep smiling.

an easy book to grasp and move through...lots of excerpts to draw from...thank you for being so open and embracing! look forward to more :)

Farhana's book is a must read for anyone who has ever ended a relationship - could that be everyone?

A daring book like this should receive significant recognition.

Fresh, easy reading, brutally honest self-enlightenment, and a wonderful resource for all walks of life. Lovely work Farhana!

I truly believe like Farhana Dhalla, the spirit within re-births one at the time of crisis and strengthens as time passes/

Farhana: In a day and age when it is difficult to stay focused in difficult situations, especially bad if you are a woman and a woman with children and worse if you are from ethnic background -the STIGMA FACTOR. Importance of your work is your success and sharing your experiences with millions others who are facing your type of problems. It is important that you succeed. Not only succeed but your work is shared with others in countries and culture where only thing left for many women is "HOPE" and "HOPE" is your gift to them if your work is shared with them. GOOD LUCK. Your success will definitely make a difference to others and "ACT AS A BEACON TO GUIDE THEM TO UNTHOUGHT OF OPTIONS IN THE BELIEF THAT YOU SUCCEEDED AND THEY TOO CAN"...YOUR SUCCESS IS THE FACT THAT YOU HAVE ENDEAVOURED AND IT WILL BE RECOGNIZED BY OTHERS...SURELY! ...IF THEY UNDERSTAND MY POINT. Azim

M. - 06/26/2010 Farhana's book is the gift of her total honesty on the way to going deep within to find her real self - a boon to anybody wanting to turn lemons into lemonade.

I have her current book and it is incredibly insightful. I feel that she would be the best choice for the next top spiritual author.

Your book is a glaring example of how your courageous act of revealing your innermost feelings has resonated with hundreds around the world cutting across the religious/cultural and geographical boundaries. A living testimony of universal brotherhood and sisterhood! The overwhelming response to your book reiterates the age old message of the spiritual Gurus that Ecstacy and Agony, Love and Compassion, tears and laughter are human currencies felt and experienced by every human being on earth irrespective of cast, colour, race or geographical location. History will record your contribution in that light. Thank you. Nurdin

Farhana, You are such an inspiration to me and to my family... I am totally in awe of you every time I speak with you and after reading your amazing book.... From heart ache to opening your heart and sharing you love, your thoughts, painful as they were, sharing your wisdom with the world... shine on baby!

From heartbreak to healing and empowerment! This is a book about life, love and lessons learned along the way... One of the most profound lessons I got from this book is the critical importance of deliberately creating an intimate and beautiful relationship. Farhana is an amazingly gifted author who has blessed us with a rare gem of a book. It speaks to many people including those who are in a relationship and those dealing with separation and divorce! This author deserves special recognition for her work in this Next Top Spiritual Author Competiton!

What an inspirational author you are. Your choice of words to express your emotions at that time and life lessons learnt were amazing. You also have an incredible ability to get away from being a victim. This book is indeed inspirational to anyone going through any turmoil, not solely a marriage breakdown. KUDOS!!!!

Your work epitomizes courage and honesty and assists so many of us who have experienced major life transitions. I look forward to more of your amazing work. Shelina Manji, Certified Holistic Practitioner and ThetahealingTM Instructor.

You did it! What a wonderful inspirational book! And we are all proud of you! Thank you for sharing some ofyour most difficult moments with us. Keep shining!

Wow, this work is truly an inspiration. I love the concept of spiritual divorce and the way in which Farhana consistently remained in her "truth".

Thank you for this touching book. My sister insisted I read it while I was going through my divorce and it really brought a new perspective to the way in which I saw my struggles. I have asked that my wife read it too!

I really enjoyed the style and format in which the book was written. It was a great read; I've recommended it to others. Thank you for exemplifying that we are always 100% responsible; there are no vicitims here and that blame is a concept that doesn't resonate when we live in our truth.

I love that simple but life changing piece of wisdom "Imperfectly perfect", I can I relate to that one! The path is amazing and it's even better because your work is in the world helping people wake up to these amazing lessons and also helping them take responsibility back. Rock on Farhana!

Farhana, wishing you the best of luck for the future. Regards Tommy

Farhana we need more people like you to bring about change in peoples consciousness so as to make this a better world. Regards Tommy

As I listen to your video, I instantly love you, the way you took full responsability of your spirit back to life, in order to live your life to its full potential. I thank you for being a person of LIGHT as myself and many others.

Dear Farhana, It been a pleasure knowing you. Thank you for being so raw and honest. I have exhaled and I am ready for all the gifts that are for me.....My new home i see a sunrise, a sunset and few days ago a full double rainbow....For me to see the beauty in the world and my gifts....Thank you.

This book truly touched me. I keep Farhana's business cards for bookmarks, because everytime I see or touch one, I get reconnected to the power of how she lives her life. After reading her book, I have had the pleasure of getting to know Farhana, and she truly walks the walk. As her book shows, she knows that perfection is not the goal, seeks truth, feels into her own heart, honours the hearts of others, and practices love as a daily devotion. Her authenticity is a consistent practice, and her genuine enthusiasm for the lusciousness and messiness of life is inspiring. I would love to see the message of this book touching more lives in transition, and the radiant energy that is Farhana Dhalla shining upon more blessed souls. Hoping this competition helps that happen in the world!

Are you transitioning thru life? This book covers more than the process one grows thru during a separation, this book shows you some ideas sampled thru Farhana's living experience that can applied to your life. It is a tool and an inspiration. Told in a real life story format the ideas are presented with clarity and one only has to embark on trialing some of these practices in their own life to achieve the geniune authenticity we see in Farhana. Allow your spirit to learn thru change, challenge the difficulties by getting out of yourself, journal and find your own truth, these are some of the pieces I heard reading Farhana's book.

Well written and brutally honest. Truly amazing how you saw the positive in the many challenges that you faced. It will definitely inspire many women to be much stronger in similar situations.

When I first decided to order your book had told you that I'd never been married so a book about divorce wouldn't apply to me But that I was curious You said it's about 'life' Then I got your book & started reading still not getting what you meant As I read further learned what you meant & then couldn't put it down Learned few harsh truths about myself things I needed to change now I rarely admit this but it's true Immediately (started to) change things about me Farhanna N

I am glad someone finally had the courage to write a book that doesn't gloss over the raw emotion of divorce. As a survivor (and thriver) of a divorce myself, I wish I could have read a book like this on those lonely nights when there was no one to talk to. I think it would have helped me to realize that there are other moms out there going through it too. Thank you for writing this book.

Farhana, your book is full of so much wisdom! Do you know that I had a hard time putting it down as I was reading it? I am in a happy, fulfilling relationship now, but I had three very tough breakups in my early adult years. I still had a lot of healing to do regarding the second breakup, and your book helped to remind me that everything works together for our greatest good:) Thank you so much for acting as a conduit for the expression of God's Love, Wisdom, and Healing Power. +Joseph (Joe) Countryman, Red Earth Man, Cougar Clan, Ani Yun Wiwa (Western Cherokee Nation), Cofounder, LJ Empowerment; http://www.mpowerurself.com

It was as though I had picked up Farhana's diary from her nightstand. I was continually in awe of Farhana's patience and surrender to the "Will" of the Universe. This book is a definite testimony to that surrender without arrogance or overbearance. A true joy to read!

Farhana, I read your book again today. This is a real tribute to the empowerment that people have. There are so many that choose blame over responsibility, and feel victim to their life and their circumstances. Truly, when we find our own personal responsibility for where we are and our circumstance, we then are free to move forward and create the life that we want instead. I think this book is a gift to so many because it starts in the place of victimhood. It gives evidence to moments when heads do get stuck in the sand and we prefer not to see and admit what is happening around us. I'm sure we can all relate but I will speak for myself. Because it walks through the journey of transformation there is no judgement on the process of learning and the place that we are in along the way. Because we must be in each place in order to move onto the next. I think many are realizing not only where they actually are, but that they have the power within themselves to change it. Thank you for finding the courage beyond your need to "look" a certain way, and stand empowered in truth, and gift the world with an example of transformation of which they not only can relate, but can be comforted with the knowing that they are not alone.

Farhana's words spoke to me on a level that I very seldom let get effected. I pretend, yes pretend, that I have this hard shell that nobody can break. Maybe I'm at that stage in my life, my relationship where I was waiting for someone to get to me. Farhana did and for that, I thank her.

Farhana, the path you were inspired to choose to shift yourself from a muddy patch to a more rosier one is a blessing and for you and what you have shown us through your book is that there always is a path for us to choose, whatever our circumstances. The choice is ours. Thanks for the insights in your book, they will help anyone towards making a choice for themselves. You are a lovely person.

Farhana is an amazing human being whose positive spirit and passion inspires all of those around her. Regardless of situation, Farhana writes about life lessons that are applicable to every one of us. The little nuggets of powerful truths I discovered in her book are invaluable, and will stay with me forever. Her raw, truthful book was inspiring and brave, and I thank her for writing it. I have no doubt that we will continue to see many wonderful thinks from this incredible lady!

Farhanna,you're a great writer and this book will help inspire scores of people that have been through the same. Good for you!!!

One of the very few books that I completed through in one sitting and one that I would go through again. Your clarity of thought and how to look at situations as challenges and not blame the other party is a big message to all. Thanks and keep up the good work and you certainly need to get this message across to more and more people.

Farhana has a gift of putting into words the pain we feel when suffering a loss of any kind. Her book helps us by putting words and, therefore, giving voice, to our anguish, which morphs into inspiration as we are led to glimpse the vision of possibilities and a renewed world, lit up with the spirit of gratitude. She encourages us to reach deep for strength so we can persist in the journey long enough to 'know' and experience its gifts and blessing. Thank you, Farhana! Janice, Calgary, AB 06/28/2010

Beautifully written! Her honesty leaps off of the page and into your heart! A must read for anyone who wants to make a breakdown into a breakthrough!

this book was my selection for my time away on maternity leave. it may sound like a strange selection to read at a very vulnerable, special time but i was drawn to it. It was exactly what i was seeking. i got strength and courage and hope from it and when you are starting a new life - those are the same things you want to believe in for the baby. thank you!

I think this book is well put together and has a very valuable message not only for those who find themselves in similar situations, but also for those who enjoy hearing of someone who finds a way to continue moving forward. Looking forward to hearing more from this author

Absolutely inspirational, Farhana. The understanding that "life" places challenges before us as gifts and are there to serve us and empower us is very powerful. I find the truths you write as resonant to me as if they are written specifically for me. Farhana, you transcend all boundaries, and in this book facilitate a release from so many constraining boundaries placed around us, reaching through to the God of the heart in all spirits - regardless of gender or race or beliefs. Letting go of resentments, fears, anxieties, freeing us to be master creators and participants in every moment of life, to be absolutely present. Wow. What a gift you are Farhana. Thank you so much. ~Scott

Truly inspiring, real, and unlike anything I've ever read before! This book resonates with any woman who needs healing, as it resonates with pillars of sincerity and empathy.

Truly inspiring, real, and unlike anything I've ever read before! This book resonates with any woman who needs healing, as it resonates with pillars of sincerity and empathy.

Truly inspiring, real, and unlike anything I've ever read before! This book resonates with any woman who needs healing, as it resonates with pillars of sincerity and empathy.

LIFE IS AN INTERSTING JOURNEY WHERE YOU HAVE TO RIDE THE UPS & DOWN WITH IT. THIS BOOK GIVES YOU THAT PERSPECTIVE THAT YOU HAVE TO BE READY IN BAD TIMES & AS WELL AS GOOD TIMES. LIFE HAS TAUGHT YOU TO DO WHAT YOU BELEIVE IN & WHAT IS MORE IMPORTANT TO YOU. GOOD LUCK & I HOPE YOU SUCCEED IN THE NEXT STEP OF YOUR LIFE JOURNEY. KARIM (HABIBAH'S NEPHEW)

Farhana, your book is a gem. It is an honest look into the hush-hush of divorce and its effects on everyone in the family. I am inspired to invite more consciousness into the interactions with my own family. Thank you for sharing your heart, vulnerabilities and strengths, with us all. Shilo

Good Read!! Librating, explains the truth of life, empowering...

Farhana, your book is so much more than a marital break up - it has reminded me to be consious about my wants and desires and to act upon them. Thank you.

I think that Farhana's inspirations are very useful to many of life's situations. she has a way of articulatin how the cloudy days will eventually bring sunshine. If you are a Golfer from Calgary , you know what I mean. Shift Happens and this book is an inspirational resource.

A truly inspirational book. You always have a choice in life as to how you choose to react to a situation. And in your choice, your journey begins. Farhana's journey towards healing, wholeness, and authentic being leaves a strong model for us to follow. Wonderful writing Farhana! Munira

Farhana Dhalla is very clear and what she says links vital concepts and resonates within me with my own knowing. So I trust her and can learn from her. I thank her for writing this book. It is something I can pass on to my children and others with confidence in knowing she speaks with authenticity.

What an inspiration you are farhana, I cannot keep the book down& thank you for empowering us all, giving us the faith and knowledge that we can do it.

An amazing book, easy reading, honest, self searching& you have done an excellent job. Thank you for such inspiration Farhana!

I cannot express how very much I am grateful to you, for your thoughts, your honesty, your non-blaming reasoning, a book that is a wonderful source in which situation one wants to use it in. Beautiful&. Thank you Farhana

Farhana, I am not much into reading, but I will tell you, I read this book from beginning to end, it was an easy read, I was so caught up in it, could not put it down. You have done an amazing job. Keep it up

Farhana has truly taken her life experience and brought it out in a way, for other women in the muslim community to have the courage to to stand up, speak out & heal themselves. She is an inpiration to women globally. I have gone through a divorce and do resonate with her story. She took the courage to voice it. Farhana's book is an openning for others to speak about their silence in their homes. I support Farhana's work as she is involved with my org via "A Gem of An Idea" - women in leadership & gender equality. I support her fully in her quest. Ashie Hirji