Reflections III

The Magic Beyond the Pain: The Journey, My Impact, Their Impact

This book reflects life-each and every one of us in our journeys as all of us inevitably end in the same place. It is our journeys, individually and those we share time and space with, along with the many souls on four legs that define the happiness inside.

Readers' reaction

5 out of 5 stars

This book beautifully explores life’s journey and our connections with others and animals. The starfish metaphor illustrates the impact of small acts of kindness. It encourages living purposefully and finding joy in helping others. An inspirational read that reminds us saving others can save ourselves. Highly recommended for those seeking deeper meaning and fulfillment in life. -John Grisham

5 out of 5 stars

This book captures the essence of life’s journey and our connections with people and animals. The starfish metaphor illustrates the impact of small kindnesses. It encourages purposeful living and finding joy in helping others. An inspirational read showing how saving others can save ourselves. Highly recommended for those seeking deeper meaning and fulfillment in life. -Ann Patchett

5 out of 5 stars

A heartfelt reflection on life’s journey and interactions with others and animals. The starfish metaphor powerfully demonstrates the impact of small acts of kindness. This book encourages purposeful living and findin g joy in helping others. An inspirational read reminding us that saving others can also save ourselves. Ideal for anyone seeking deeper meaning and fulfillment.
-John Green

About The Author​

Dalia Vernikovsky

I was born into a tumultuous world, into strife and poverty, as so many people face- -as I look back now and ‘reflect’ what often leads to our understanding; indeed, in later phases of life, how much more magical is life? So, is that why I wrote ‘reflections’? Or is this the normal process of our self-healing as we try to understand why we are not always given the first choice in how we live our lives. I recognized that there are always choices as our minds grow—as we learn what we can overcome, what we can do, or not do.​

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