Awakening Astrology: Five Key Planetary Energies for Personal Transformation
Every astrological chart has wisdom to offer, but the array of planets, houses and signs can be bewildering. In Awakening Astrology: Five Key Planetary Energies for Personal Transformation, professional astrologer and bestselling author Molly McCord offers an accessible path that is both easy to grasp and full of potent information. In clear and concise language, McCord takes a deeper look at the five key planets that influence the most important areas of our lives:
The Sun: How you present yourself outwardly to the world.
The Moon: How you move through your daily life and respond to others.
Mercury: How you think, communicate, and digest information.
Venus: How you share and connect with others.
Mars: How you assert yourself and your needs.
With just these five planets, you can unlock a deeper and more meaningful relationship to your true self, as well as a more profound understanding of your personal needs, mental processes, and ongoing areas of self-development. Even those who already possess experience with astrology will benefit from this deeper look into their own potential for expanded self-awareness.
The stars and planets influence us every day of our lives. Now, with the assured guidance offered in this book, you can tap into the incredible potential of astrology to inform your journey towards a life of purpose and authenticity.
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From Rejected, Struggling Writer to (Unexpected) Bestselling Author
"The funny thing about a writing career is that you can only plan so much of it. The high points come out of the blue; the low points seems to drag on longer than anticipated; and the inspired writing phases can pass in the blink of an eye.
Each of my 10 books came about through various inspirations and situations that I never planned or had mapped out. My first book, "The Art of Trapeze", took 5 years to write, and I dealt with rejection from literary agents and discouragement within myself. One influential literary agent wasted no time rejecting me to my face, which required me to dig deeper and believe in myself even more to self-publish my first book on my own terms.
But once the book was finally completed and released, it took off and had over 30,000 copies downloaded globally, hitting #2 on Amazon behind "12 Years A Slave". (Yes, a small part of me wanted to let those literary agents know about that. :) I then wrote 3 more books in one year, followed by 4 more books in 2 years.
I only started writing in my early thirties. It is an ongoing dream that I am still pursuing and exploring. I do my best to improve as much as possible to benefit the reader as much as possible. Most importantly, I hope my books bring you greater healing, light, joy, understanding, forgiveness, and smiles in your life."
With over 30,000 copies of my debut memoir, "The Art of Trapeze" downloaded globally, I have a few things to share with you about writing a memoir and why vulnerability is a super power.
Top 10 Thoughts On Writing A Memoir, Putting It Out Into The World, and Realizing People Read It
1. You'll only feel good about what you write if it comes from your heart, which feels like a big-fat-giant-scary risk at first. However, there are enough ego-based books out there, full of platitudes and typical outcomes and mainstream advice, so trust that what you authentically share is relatable to YOUR peeps (not everyone; just YOUR peeps who are on the same wave length).
2. You'll hate the book a million times before you hit publish on Amazon. It will be in the trash, the gutter, and heavily edited many times as you wrestle with what to say. The creative process is never dull and the inner perfectionist is never quiet.
3. Private messages from readers will touch you. Discussing depression, success, love, adventure, emotional vulnerabilities, and fears on paper will push you deeper into yourself. It will all sound crazy and lonely at times, until you receive unexpected feedback, such as:
"Molly, This book is going to stay with me for a while. Thank you for its gifts."
"The energy around me is one of the phoenix and I feel as vulnerable and delicate as a fairy. I have just started reading The Art of Trapeze and it's such a support through these winds of change - thank you thank you for your courage to share, express and inspire."
"I have experienced many of the things you shared in your memoir, but as a male, it isn't socially acceptable for me to put it out there. Please know your story has connected to my masculine self, and lightened my inner load."
"I'm reading your book 'trapeze artist' and just read 'The Awakening' chapter! WOW!! Perfect timing for me (finding you, your work teachings and insights) as I am teetering on the edge of the step with both hands gripping the bar..."
"Your words inspired me to heal something I've been avoiding. I also shared this book with my best friend, I hope you don't mind."
4. An author never minds if you share their book(s) with your best friends.
5. It will be the worst book in the world to some reviewers. Bad reviews are part of being a public artist; it comes with the territory. (Personal attacks, unfortunately, are standard these days for authors. I have seen a lot of slander and mean things written for numerous memoirs. Yet readers are smart; they see through this when they are your peeps.)
6. It will be the best book in the world to other reviewers. (Just do not tell these people about Hemingway, Angelou, Thoreau, Joyce, Theroux, Whitman, Kingsolver, Harper Lee, Dr. Seuss, etc.)
7. Neither being the best book, nor the worst book, will be true. You'll just be the best writer you could have been at that time.
8. With a memoir, your children will see the truth of who you were back when you were young, adventurous, foolish, unrestrained, and open to the world. Perhaps you will have forgotten this version of yourself, too, until you catch a brief glimpse of the book cover somewhere out in the world.
9. At the end of your life, you'll be proud that you took a shot and contributed a small fraction of a small life story to the larger whole of storytelling.
10. Take the risk to go deeper. Memoirs have the power to intimately connect with a reader. Honor this opportunity in the best way you can. Life is a grand adventure, so why not put yourself out there just a bit more, trusting we have more in common than we realize.
The Art of Trapeze: One Woman's Journey of Soaring, Surrendering, and Awakening
On a random Thursday morning, with nothing to lose and only a dream to gain, Molly McCord decides to move to Paris, France to follow the courageous call of her heart. She arrives in a city she has never visited before and where she knows no one, yet she trusts her ability to figure it out because her adventurous life has prepared her for this biggest of leaps. She carries the wisdom of Solitude, Strength, Style, Flexibility, Heart, Endurance, and Grace in her non-matching luggage collection.
Molly's soul-riveting experiences unfold in surprising ways as she discovers the joys and realities of life as a foreigner in France, falls in love with a sexy Turkish man, moves her cats across the Atlantic, enjoys the rare opportunity of working for a U.S. Ambassador, and creates the life of her dreams in less than two years.
Yet when unexpected developments require her to surrender once again, a higher consciousness catches her with a deeper spiritual awakening.
The Art of Trapeze soars with emotional honesty, delightful humor, unexpected wisdom, and inspiring spiritual perspectives around living life to the fullest when nothing is guaranteed except gravity.
Reached #1 on Amazon in Spiritual Self-Help and Memoirs: Adventurers!
"We’ve all dreamed about making the big leap: a new job, a new country, a new life. Molly McCord did all three, leaving a stable but unsatisfying career in Seattle to start over in Paris, a city she’d never seen. She shares the story in The Art of Trapeze — part memoir, part instruction manual for choosing a different path. As the title implies, trusting yourself as your feet leave the platform is the hardest and most necessary part. Enjoy McCord’s trademark blend of humor, honesty, and self-reflection." ~ Seattle Review of Books
“The Art of Trapeze had me swinging through a swirl of spirit and sisterhood. An intensely relatable read- down to earth, charming, humorous, poignant, and infinitely wise - for those of us on the path of self discovery and even those who just want a good story - you will love this book!”~ Sass Jordan, Juno Award-winning Artist, Canadian Idol Judge, Broadway actress
“An inspiring memoir about a brave go-getter who makes things happen! Molly guides us readers into the power of reemergence as the shining jewels we really are."~ Rosemary Sneeringer, Literary Editor, Author, TheBookNurturer.com
"Beautifully written, charmingly funny - even hilarious - and remarkably open, honest, and down-to-earth, Ms. McCord has gifted us with a pure example of how life can be such a beautiful, grand adventure..." ~ Starfield Press
The Modern Heroine's Journey of Consciousness
The second book in The Awakening Consciousness Series is a must-have guide for any artist, entrepreneur, writer, teacher, or contemporary seeker who is curious about their spiritual journey.
Referencing Joseph Campbell’s highly influential “The Hero’s Journey,” Molly brings groundbreaking wisdom to a modern woman’s experiences of spiritual growth.
The Modern Heroine’s Journey of Consciousness offers an original exploration through 11 phases of spiritual growth, from answering the Call of her Soul and Opening Up To A Greater Power, to Surrender, Awakening to Deeper Soul Power, and Mastery of Her Consciousness.
Inspiring, original spiritual concepts include:
- Differences between spirituality and religion
- The five types of consciousness on the planet now
- The Elevator and the Spiral
- Soul Mates, Soul Contracts, Soul Agreements, Soul Groups, Karmic Relationships
- Past life connections to geographic locations
- Surrender and supreme separation from God
- Being conscious in an Unconscious World
- And more “a-ha” connections and breakthroughs for conscious living
The Modern Heroine’s Journey of Consciousness brilliantly explains the gifts at every phase of spiritual growth and reveals how the inner journey is an awakening to more of herself.
The Unlimited Sparks of a Bonfire
Peace. Forgiveness. Adventure. Compassion. Love. Healing. Consciousness. Abundance.
The grand journey of consciousness culminates with an exciting travel adventure!
From the frostbite blizzards of St. Petersburg to the warm tropical breezes of Hawaii; from an isolated barren desert in Africa to a quiet French village on the outskirts of civilization; and from the extreme conditions under a bustling geisha house to a heroine’s grand transformation along the banks of the Nile, get ready for an inspiring collection of soul-evolving experiences.
Your Soul is composed of layers and imprints of wisdom that are all ready to be embraced now – but are you looking in the right places? Do you see what is currently present in yourself as messages about your power? Are you connecting with the truth of who you truly are and owning the beauty of your limitless Soul?
The Unlimited Sparks of a Bonfire is filled with spiritual connections, healing, passion, forgiveness, love, emotional depths, peace, and unexpected wisdom to connect you more personally with your greater Soul discovery.
You are here to heal all energies back to their original source of Love, and in this lifetime, you have everything you need to fulfill that mission - right here, right now.
The Unlimited Sparks of a Bonfire, Book Three in the Awakening Consciousness Series, takes you even deeper into the understandings of your Soul’s energy.
Modern Heroine Soul Stories
In this special collection of female experiences, meet 24 real women - who feel like new friends - as they openly and courageously share with you their private struggles and unexpected life developments.
From divorce, friendships ending, questioning her life direction, and life-threatening health challenges, to losing her mom, becoming a mom, moving through inner pain, spiritual growth, and many more topics, every story is shared openly and from her heart.
As each woman reemerges on the other side of a hardship and dark period, she offers you greater wisdom, forgiveness, strength, and trust to support you in your own life.
Be prepared for greater healing and peace as you emotionally connect with each woman who hopes to inspire you through life’s challenges and unexpected turns. She reminds you that no matter what may be unfolding, every journey is ultimately an invitation to know more of your soul and self, while fully embracing yourself as a modern heroine.
Caché Paris: A Guidebook to Discover New Places, Hidden Spaces, and a Favorite Oasis
The secret (and fast) entrance to the Louvre. The fascinating Parisian walk that guides you through centuries of French history in a single afternoon. Strategic advice for beating the crowds at Chateau de Versailles (and what days not to visit!). Three doable, worthwhile day trips from Paris. The best parks and little-known delightful neighborhoods to get lost in as you explore one of the world’s favorite cities. And shhhh….probably many new places, hidden spaces, and a favorite oasis that even Rick Steves doesn’t know about yet.
Plus, Caché Paris reveals more intriguing secrets, including:
- How did exotic animals end up in the middle of Paris?
- Why is the Louvre composed of nine different architectural styles?
- Where can you experience an unexpected (and never busy) bird’s eye view of the city?
- Which Parisian park has a grotto, waterfall, and suspension bridge?
- What should you do if you experience a metro strike?
- What select nights of the year are filled with city-wide music, celebration, and dancing in the streets?
With numerous links, resources, and insider’s knowledge-based Haute Tips, Caché Paris also features French menu cards for translating popular ingredients (especially helpful for those with special dietary needs!); a sample weekly itinerary with unique city highlights; and a variety of activities, adventures, and events so you can create a truly memorable, personable visit to the City of Lights.
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The Truth Always Rises
For those times when you had to stand alone... when you had to trust the blind path... when you were judged and rejected... when you knew something else was supporting you even when it felt like you were hanging out in the loneliest town on the map... "The Truth Always Rises" offers you torches of light for life's darker passages as reminders of your strength, power, and unlimited energy.
In her twelfth book, Molly McCord shares inspiring reminders of your truth, light, and intentions as you amplify your power through periods of struggle. There is no sugarcoating here, or trying to diminish how hard life experiences can be, even as we move through them doing the best we can with what we have. Yet there is deep wisdom and profound grace in mentally, spiritually, and psychologically rising above our temporary circumstances and seeing the terrain with fresh eyes.
With her trademark openness, humor, and relatability, Molly shares some of her own personal stories of struggle and hardship interspersed with brilliant insights of what is unfolding spiritually and energetically.
Even in the dark, you can focus on glimmering torches of light to guide you along.
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Meet Molly McCord, M.A.
Molly McCord, M.A., is a bestselling indie author of ten books, intuitive business coach, radio show host, and modern consciousness teacher. Over 50,000 copies of her books have been downloaded globally.
Her debut memoir, The Art of Trapeze: One Woman's Journey of Soaring, Surrendering, and Awakening, hit #1 in 2 Amazon categories within 3 days. The Art of Trapeze is the first book in her Awakening Consciousness Series, followed by The Modern Heroine’s Journey of Consciousness, in which she integrates Joseph Campbell’s hero’s journey with spiritual growth and feminine experiences.
In addition to inspirational titles, Molly has written a guidebook to Paris, as well as produced a guided walking tour through the City of Lights. She recently initiated and published a compilation book with 23 other women called Modern Heroine Soul Stories, and all book sales are being donated to a non-profit organization.
Molly has a B.A. in Political Science and Women’s Studies, and a Master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy as a formal channel for understanding Global Consciousness with a Jungian perspective.
Molly is currently an Ambassador for Women for Women International, a non-profit organization which provides education and business training for marginalized women in developing countries.
She lives near the beautiful beaches of Florida with her husband and young son.
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