Retton, Mary Lou, with Bender, David
New York: Broadway Books, 2000. Special Edition of the First Edition [stated]. First Printing [stated]. Hardcover. viii, [4], 239, [3] pages, color illus. Special Limited Mother's Day edition with signature of Mary Lou Retton. Celebrated gymnast Mary Lou Retton shares the inspiring philosophies behind her success--and offers seven practical gateways to finding true happiness in your own life. Mary Lou is one of America's most sought-after motivational speakers. In Mary Lou Retton's Gateways to Happiness, she shares her secrets for achieving a balanced, fulfilling career and life and presents seven gateways that can help cultivate lasting happiness every day. Mary Lou Retton's Gateways to Happiness shows that, even with life's challenges and obstacles, true happiness is always within our reach. The seven gateways she presents--Family, Faith, Relationships, Attitude, Discipline, Health, and Laughter--are the tools we can use as we follow our true dreams and ambitions, take care of our bodies, and devote more time to the special people in our lives. For each gateway, Mary Lou provides concrete suggestions, action plans, and recipes to help make it work for you. From communication exercises, to time management, to spiritual disciplines, Mary Lou's warm hearted prescriptions and advice will help you discover your deepest needs, reduce stress, and open the door to a life filled with peace and joy. More