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Click Here for a Special Group of Testimonials for The Angel Inside

Here's what Zig Ziglar has to say about The Angel Inside

The Angel Inside is truly one of the most inspiring, encouraging motivational books I have ever read. It speaks to everyone who has ever had a dream about anything that has significance. I found it impossible to stop reading, once I got started. This coming from a man who has never completely read a book of fiction, because I had a closed mind on the subject. I have always said, "When I get all of the truth, then I'll start reading fiction." It was a wonderful thrill to read a book of fiction that contained an enormous amount of truth and encouragement.

-- Zig Ziglar
 

Chris I just finished it and it is dynamite! As a school counselor, with my own personal side business, I hope to use it in my schools. Keep up the fabulous work, very creative and drives the point home in a solid fashion.
-- Paul

Dear Chris, we will certainly buy extra copies of The Angel Inside - wonderful book!!!! I am so proud of your success. Thank you for writing as you do and knowing that this is from the Lord - you have been given an incredible gift. Here in Cleveland, TN we are looking forward to your visit with us on June 8th and 9th. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! May you continue to be blessed.
-- Sandra Presley, Arbonne International, Independent Consultant, Executive Regional Vice President

This is incredible!!! You know how much I love this book and quote from it often (actually I am even quoting from it at NTC!) I always get asked where can I find this book --- trust me, you too will want this book as well. Let's show our thanks to Chris for writing a book that can touch all our hearts. I even shared this book recently with someone from church after telling him how much I loved it -- he in turn shared it with a co-worker and was wanting copies too! You'll want copies on hand to give as gifts --- it's just THAT good!!! NVP's & VP's please forward to your teams!! Love ya~!
Linda Parker, Executive National Vice President, Independent Consultant, Arbonne International

Let's give Chris a really awesome Birthday. We have been so blessed to hear him speak and train both on our team call and in Naples. Let's give back by ordering "The Angel Inside" see the email below for details. We finally have an opportunity to do something for him and be rewarded in the process. How great is that. Let's pull together and make an impact. Thank you for your support, Please forward to your teams -- Linda Leitel

Chris I just finished it and it is dynamite! As a school counsellor, with my own personal side business, I hope to use it in my schools. Keep up the fabulous work, very creative and drives the point home in a solid fashion.
-- Paul

It will be my pleasure Chris! I will forward on to my teams as many of them have been impacted by your teaching and training's as much as I have! The Angel Inside is beautifully written. You deserve the best!
-- Sherri

Hi Chris, I just wanted to let you know that I already have a paperback copy of the Angel Inside, but was delighted to be invited to help get the book to the no. 1 bestseller position, which it definitely deserves. I have ordered my hardback copy and collected my bonuses - thank you SO SO much (there are so many great titles I'm not sure where to start, so I think I'll read the Angel Inside again first, then decide!). I was wondering if I could forward your e-mail to my friends, colleagues and associates? I am an Independent Distributor with Herbalife International, so I know there would be many interested in your book, and all the free downloads, but I don't know if this offer is only for regular subscribers to your e-zine or if you are happy to receive all the help you can get? You would more than likely, increase your subscribers. I am a huge fan - you have made such a difference in my life - and I was thrilled to be asked to help you! Thank you most sincerely. One of my goals is that one day I might be able to take you out for lunch. In the meantime, I hope that my small purchase has helped you to the top of the best seller list, and I will happily forward your e-mail to my contacts as long as I have your permission. I hope you have a FANTASTIC birthday
-- Cath Thomson, UK

Thank you so much for the wonderful training! We are definitely going to be working on being fishermen, not hunters! What a great analogy and a great story! I have talked to lots of people today who learned so much on the call last night - think they were all too star-struck or something to ask questions. I love the idea of getting the Angel Inside for promotion gifts. I want to get more copies of the Twelve Pillars too. I just finished the 12 Pillars and it is my new favorite! I keep reminding myself I have to decide - pain of discipline or the pain of regret. I do not like regret! I really loved the Twelve Pillars - although I would have been happier if Charlie hadn't died, but I guess the letter at the end was a great way to sum it up and a great way to hit home about the last pillar. I so appreciate your taking the hour out of your schedule to help our team learn and grow! In my opinion, your call moved you one more step closer to leaving a legacy because I know people on our team will be quoting you and using your lessons and teaching them to others for years to come! Thanks so much again for your time, energy, enthusiasm and sharing your knowledge! You are changing lives!
-- Robin Corbin

I have to say that this is the single most powerful book I have ordered and actually read from cover to cover in a very long time. I identified with almost everything that was written. I cried when this realization struck me. I am not where I want to be in my business and it occurred to me the reason why. Not only was I afraid of me and who I would become, but part of me was holding back and waiting for my sponsor to reach the next level first. See, in joining the company, and getting to know my sponsor, she very quickly became my friend. And in that single instant, mentally my business took a secondary seat-- This little book, The Angel Inside, put perspective in it's proper place and me back on track in my business. Thank you so very much!
-- Dorothy Johnston

Just received your book - The Angel Within - read it at one sitting, Will be re-reading it many times more. It's fab and I really enjoyed the many messages it holds. Well done and thanks for the inspiration. I know I will be recommending it to many people.
-- Bron Lancaster

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I always look forward to read them. Your book: The Angel Inside is magnificent. Wish you all the best and look forward for the second part.
-- Michele

I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your books. I have bought several for my consultants working with me to read. I understand you will be talking to our group on a conference call next week with Cecilia Stoll and Linda Parker. My team and I look forward to listening in next week. The Angel Inside is a favorite...I also paint and I can relate to Pain.... I'm a very strong person and could have given up in life hundreds of times, but there was always an Angel that showed me the way. A lot of people call me their Angel....but it's just because I have a very BIG HEART. My Dad and family taught me at a very early age...how to open your heart to strangers and help them. I have always lived doing that exact thing. I do about 6 Big events a year to help organizations raise money. I'm now working on an Event for a Homeless group called SEARCH. This will be my 10 or 12 year helping this group. This is what I love about Arbonne. You meet incredible people and your helping them climb the ladder to the top while also getting to know them. I love it. The friends I have made and the Company, well, I can not say enough great things about the Company and all the Arbonne Consultants I have met. Everyone helps each other....that is what life is all about.
-- Sharlene


The Testimonial below references the Article - "Success Lessons I Learned from my Single Mom" - which recently appeared in Chris Widener's Ezine:

I recently read the story told by you entitled, "Success Lessons I Learned from my Single Mom" by Chris Widener. I've been, what I hope is successful single mom since 22. Like your mom, I was well off and enjoying my life and yet overnight became a statistic when my relationship didn't work out, now I was parent with child, single mom, along with many other titles I didn't realize I was getting. I just wanted to say, that you must be a special person to have remembered all those things your mother did for you and you actually appreciated them. People keep telling me that my daughter will one day realize all the things I have given up and it will be the proof in the pudding because she will be an amazing person to have seen the gift of sacrifice for the greater good. I didn't really believe that, I know that sounds selfish of me, until I read your story. Thank you from myself and the many moms that may read it and never write to you for acknowledging all the things we do that are rarely given credit for but put down in our society, i.e. taking a lower prestige job to be at your kids soccer games, taking all your sick days at work just to actually cover your child's illnesses, sticking up for them at parent meetings and defending them from bullies on the playground, foregoing a dating life to be at home watching the entire Disney collection. I truly hope that my daughter feels the way you do as she comes to realize the depths of a mother's love. I am truly sorry and my heart goes out to you even if just an email hug, that you traversed most of your life without your father, but I'm sure he has remained with you in spirit, although I'm not religious I just believe that for some reason. Thank you for saying "Thank You" to your mom. It made me feel like someone actually noticed me.
-- Tina Balderrama

After just reading your "Stop Just Writing About Your Past and Start Writing Your Future!" article excerpt in the Jim Rohn weekly E-zine, I was truly inspired. There is so much knowledge out there which are true timeless principles, but new timeless principles are rare! I have been keeping a journal for years, and I have always had goals and dreams, but I have never thought about just focusing on writing for the future – I LOVE the concept! Many thanks for your consistent, new and inspirational work!
-- Christo van Zyl

Chris, I love your book, The Angel Inside. You sound like you were speaking from experience. It brought back a lot of memories. I look forward to returning some day.
-- Katie Helmke

I saw Dave Jackson's comments on your new book and that it was your birthday on the Arbonne Success-Loop group in Yahoo and well, it was my birthday too so I thought I'd just get it for myself as a birthday gift. I read the book in 3 hours!! WOW!! The next day I went to The Esther Academy (a regeneration program for women coming off drugs and alcohol and out of jail that our church opened recently) to do my time with the women. I took your book along and read them half of it to kill some time.. MAN!!! You should have seen how your book affected them! It opened up a group discussion about a new outlook on their lives and you could just see them SOAR!! to new heights! It was amazing! You have literally changed the lives of those women! They suggested to our Pastor that your book be part of the curriculum for all new women coming into the program! Thank you and God bless you abundantly!
-- Lori J.

I wanted to let you know that I just listened to "Winning with Influence" and wanted to thank you for such great inspiration. It really made me look at my life and what type of person I want to be. I've already shared it with others and I'm telling everyone about Chris Widener. I learned of you through my NVP in Arbonne. You are a positive influence and congratulations on achieving your success. All the best to you and keep up the excellent standard!!
-- Michele Rhyne

Hi Chris, We have purchased your books and given them as gifts to our team. I read your e-zine from "cover to cover" each time and gain so much personal inspiration and motivation from it, and in turn share a lot of it with my team. So the "word" is going out, and I thank you for the gifts you so readily share that God has given you! You are without question an incredible communicator, and I am blessed to be on the receiving end. Just wanted to say thanks for all you do!!!
-- Vangie B.

I was privileged to hear Chris in El Campo, TX. Please pass along my gratitude to Chris that he follows His lead and shares that information with others. What a blessing he is!
-- Jamie B. Massie

It's great to keep receiving your newsletters and to hear of your professional growth and personal aspirations. The recent article on Focus on Today Only, among other suggestions, was so pertinent to my current situation that I decided to send a return email to say hello and thanks!
-- Ann

I really liked this issue. Great reminders of what one should focus on. I enjoyed the way you put your thinking into words.
-- Theresa

Chris, I enjoy your ezines...they always aspire me to aim, and then work toward, a loftier vision and goal. As I read the ezines, I think how great this message would be delivered to our young people...starting even in middle school. The content would remain the same, but the wording and method of delivery would need to be adapted to suit that younger audience. Imagine the phenomenal effect on people's lives if they were to embrace a course for success at a young age!
-- Pat Wasilco

Hi Chris, We have purchased your books and given them as gifts to our team. I read your e-zine from "cover to cover" each time and gain so much personal inspiration and motivation from it, and in turn share a lot of it with my team. So the "word" is going out, and I thank you for the gifts you so readily share that God has given you! You are without question an incredible communicator, and I am blessed to be on the receiving end. Just wanted to say thanks for all you do!!!
-- Vangie B.

Hi Chris, well, after reading your article, you have me convinced that I want to hear you speak! I don't currently have a place FOR you to speak, however, I look forward to the day when I will hear your encouraging words!
-- Tracy R.

Hello Chris, I just want to say that you and Jim Rohn are my favorite speakers. You have been such a blessing in my life. Once again you sent out another amazing Ezine!! may I just say "A Job well done". I think it is great how you transformed your life and I know you are a real inspiration to others. Have a great week and make the most of your best!
-- Analynn S.

Chris, You have made my day! I have this vision to construct a shopping complex in our town. The town has lacked behind in development. I have lived in this town for 16 years. I am trying to source funds from potential investors to achieve this dream. With your encouraging words today l feel uplifted and will soldier on till this is realized.
-- B Mulenga, ZAMBIA  

Hi, I have been having a great treat this week. Received my CDs on Monday and have almost listened to the whole set, absolutely remarkable. Wanted my journeys to last longer so I could finish listening to a complete CD in the car! I have just had a CD player installed in the car so it is a fantastic privilege for me to have Chris Wideners' company on my travels. Also read The Angel Inside - wow! and am looking forward to reading Twelve Pillars tomorrow. I am having a feast. Thank you. Thank you too for your e-zines which I look forward to every other week. -- Janine Boutelje

Chris, I just returned home from Breakthroughs II in San Francisco. Thanks for sharing all that you did. During my layover in Vancouver, and then on my way home to Winnipeg, I read both of your books, The Angel Inside and Twelve Pillars – I couldn’t put them down. All I can say is WOW! Both books spoke to me in many ways. It is guaranteed that I am going to be re-reading them again and again, as I am sure more lessons will come to me each time. I am going to be printing off the 10 "Principles" from "The Angel Inside" as well as the "12 Pillars of Success" and putting them on my desk so I see them every day. Thanks again.
-- Pam Steciuk

Chris, I want to thank you so much for the information you shared with us recently in the NASA Strategic Coaching Learning Community meeting. I picked up many good points that I will be able to use in my coaching practice at Marshall Space Flight Center. I enjoyed hearing about your personal struggles and the way you pulled your life together; I will use the coaching to thoughts, beliefs and actions model in my own practice; and I will look at my personal 6 characteristics to evaluate my own integrity, attitude, relationships, motivation, confidence and being interesting to try to increase my own level of influence. On behalf of the entire learning community we appreciate so much your devotion of time and expertise in such an inspiring manner. I hope that you have a very happy and prosperous new year. -- Janie Moyers, Human Resources Specialist, Business & Life Coach

Was hoping that I might possibly be one of the first 100 to order this Chris Widener package, so that I could receive the autographed copy of The Angel Inside!! I saw you speak in Garland, Texas in January and loved you! Thank you for this sale. -- Shannon Henson

Chris: You exceeded all expectations and did an extraordinary job. You delivered material that taught our service and support industry user group things that will significantly change their lives personally and/or professionally. This session was a HUGE SUCCESS. We would highly recommend your presentation for other organizations. -- Ivy Meadors, CEO, High Tech High Touch Solutions, Inc.

I bought your book "The Angel Inside" at the seminar you spoke at for Arbonne on Saturday and I started reading it on Sunday night. I couldn't sleep that night because it was late and I needed to get up early to go to work the next morning. I couldn't wait to get the kids in bed on Monday night so that I could finish the book! It was awesome! Thank you so much for this gift! I have already lent it out to a good friend of mine and e-mailed everyone else I knew to run out and get it! You are amazing! Thank you for the inspiration... God bless. -- Erika

Chris, I recently saw you in Dallas at Rick and Michelle Teague's "Defining Moment" event. As soon as I learned that you were going to be one of the speakers, I knew I had to make the drive (14 hours, one way) from Louisville, KY to Dallas to hear you in person. You see, when I had my Mercedes Presentation last August, I gifted all of my managers with your book (and an angel necklace I found to compliment the "Angel" theme). I was NOT disappointed and the trip was well worth it. Thank you so much for sharing your gifts/talents with us through speaking engagements and more importantly your books. I have devoured The Twelve Pillars and plan to order more to give away to my team and others who need to hear the profound truths in this short simple book. How humbling it must be for you to know that you have touched the lives of so many people. -- Rebecca Usher

Hi Chris - As Usual your stuff is frank and straight to the point - Thanks for being you Chris. -- Joseph

Chris, just to appreciate you for the good work. I actually love to read your write-ups. They keep me on my toes! You are such a blessing. God bless you Chris. -- Liz Mangai

Hi Chris, first, I have to tell you that I enjoyed telling my Fast Track team last night that we're confirmed for this call with you and hearing how excited they are!! I just love the reaction that everyone has had to your Winning with Influence CD series. It has been a big hit. Also, I read Twelve Pillars on my flight home from Washington. My grandfather --who died before I was born but I admire greatly-- was Charlie Davis. What a great book! It really hit home for me. -- Tanya

Dear Chris, I just wanted to take this opportunity to let you know how much I enjoy listening to you as a speaker. I purchased the Jim Rohn DVD and you are a wealth of knowledge, you did an outstanding job and continue to do so. Thanks again. -- Ian

Dear Mr. Chris Widener, I am regularly reading your ezines and finding them very impressive and unceasingly encouraging. The Last Word with the Top Ten Rules for Effective Presentations [Ezine-28] was full of minute details encompassing the essential requirements in delineated points. In circumspection, your services for the positive approach to embrace success deserves all praise and gratitude. --B. Rajasekaran

I loved the Angel Inside book. I plan to give out to the leaders on my team. We saw you in Dallas two weekends ago at the Arbonne seminar. You were great! Hope to see you at one of my presentations! -- Janet

Oh wow, Charles --- Chris made such an incredible impact on my team and on everyone in attendance!! Hilary was right. He was perfect for our event! Thanks to all of you for all you did to make our event the best! Blessings! -- Rita L. Goad, Ph.D.

Hi Chris and Team: My name is Joanne from Sydney Australia. Just want to say A BIG THANK YOU for the inspiring articles and information in your newsletters. THANK YOU for sharing your knowledge and talent. -- Joanne Fabri

Hello, I heard about you through Becky O'Brien, a Shaklee friend, at her business meeting on Monday night. I just ordered two copies of your "Twelve Pillars" book. Your book was a good 15-minutes of conversation at a 90-min business strategy meeting. Nothing but life changing positives. Thank you for making such an impression my Shaklee family. -- Kathy

You exceeded all expectations and did an extraordinary job. You delivered material that taught our service and support industry user group things that will significantly change their lives personally and/or professionally. This session was a HUGE SUCCESS. We would highly recommend your presentation for other organizations. -- Ivy eadors, CEO, High Tech High Touch Solutions, Inc.  

Imagine the opportunity to sit "at the foot of a master" and learn what it takes to be successful in every important way - financially, spiritually, relationally, etc. In "Twelve Pillars," a 120 page, one-sitting-read novel, Jim Rohn and Chris Widener, two of today's foremost authorities on success, take you through the fictional journey of Michael, a 40-something man who has come to the realization that life just hasn't turned out the way he once envisioned. Meeting Charlie, a wizened "property caretaker", he learns 12 Principles that help him turn his life around. Here's the really cool thing: This novel, and all Twelve Pillars, is based on the lessons Mr. Rohn and Mr. Widener share in their world-renown live programs, but put into the form of one of the most captivating stories I've ever read. I can imagine that everyone who runs a company or organization will - once they read this book - buy a copy for everyone within their organization. If you're a parent, you'll *definitely* want to share this book with your child before they head off into the "real world." It's one of those books you wish you read when you were 18, but the next best time to read it is now. Color me impressed. :-) Congrats to Jim and Chris. -- Bob Burg

AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME!!! Yesterday evening my box arrived from JRI. I opened it up and grabbed, Twelve Pillars, the first book I saw. I started reading it and couldn't put it down. I got about three quarters through the book and had to get some sleep. I got up this morning and I finished the book. What a great job you two did. I'm so glad that I bought 25. I knew if this book was anything like "The Angel Inside" I would want the 25 copies. I also knew if Jim Rohn was involved, the book would be fantastic. And it was! Thank you both for the wonderful information you dispense. You are truly blessed to be able to follow in Jim Rohn's footsteps. And from what I've seen so far (the leadership weekend) and other news articles and your books, you're doing a great job! I look forward to hearing from you and Jim Rohn in my future. I'm also grateful that you are willing to share 15 minutes of your time with me. I know how valuable that time is for you. Once again thank you, thank you, thank you. I know my friends and family will appreciate this book even more than they loved "The Angel Inside". You're the greatest! Thanks for being here for people like me. -- Karen Tardif

Chris, thank you for the call. It's good to get fresh ideas about what to do. I just talked to my upline and she is going to buy the books and use them as Christmas presents for her organization as well, so you'll be talking to her. I've thought about doing the 1 year program, but haven't, but am going to sign up for it today. Thanks again for your inspiration. -- Pam

Dear Chris: Hearty congratulations. I appreciate the wonderful work you do. I am Fr. Joshva G. from India. I work with the poor students, your articles have been truly good, encouraging and refreshing. Thank you so much. God bless you and your work always. -- Fr. Joshva

Thanks for this gem on optimism. -- Hesbon Odhiambo

Once again great ezine this week, Chris -- keep up the great work. -- Joseph Rooney

Dear Chris, I just wanted to take this opportunity to let you know how much I enjoy listening to you as a speaker. I purchased the Jim Rohn DVD and you are a wealth of knowledge, you did an outstanding job and continue to do so. Thanks again. -- Ian

Dear Mr. Chris Widener, I am regularly reading your ezines and finding them very impressive and unceasingly encouraging. The Last Word with the Top Ten Rules for Effective Presentations [Ezine-28] was full of minute details encompassing the essential requirements in delineated points. In circumspection, your services for the positive approach to embrace success deserves all praise and gratitude. --B. Rajasekaran

Good Morning Chris,

I was at the last Jim Rohn event held in California in 2004. That is when I
officially met you. Let me introduce myself. I have the privilege of
coaching with JRI. My web site is at the end of this newsletter if you wish
to know more about me.

The reason for me sending this email is to thank you for writing "The Angel
Inside." This is a book the touched my heart and soul. This past year I
visited Italy and had the privilege of seeing the statue of David. What an
incredible time. I took your book with me and kept it close as I heard first
hand the story of David coming from the Marble. I saw the many pieces Michel
Angelo birthed, both finished and not. Have you ever been there? If not you
must go. :)

It was truly incredible. This is a book EVERYONE needs to read. Thank you
for touching my heart and life with this story. God used this book in my
life in numerous ways. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.....

While in Italy bought you a 2006 calendar of Michelangelo and would love to
send it to you.... on the front cover is the beloved statue of David. I am
unsure exactly where to send the calendar would you please let me know. I am
hoping you don't already have one. :)

This is a book I would like to share with my friends, clients, and at
speaking engagements across the United States. Several months ago, through
an email from JRI, I was offered to purchase the books at a discounted rate,
is this still possible???? If so I would love to help spread the word about
this totally heart touching book. Is this possible?

Thank you Chris. I remember seeing you on stage for the first time thinking
such wisdom at such a young age. I was touched and impressed. Thank you for
imparting your heart to us. You are a very special young man and I know God
will continue to bless you.

God Bless,
Jacqueline Sisson

Hi Chris,
"The Angel Inside," All I can say is WOW!
I started reading it a few months back, then just got busy with other things.....as usual. I had some time and made the decision to take "swift action" in reading your book.
Little did I know what I was going to learn. I've known these concepts for a long time, but the way you put them together in a story about Michelangelo is stunning and a history lesson as well.
Your book actually brought tears to my eyes. (don't tell anybody) :)
L.W.

Chris, over the past couple of days I've been listening to the 2001 Weekend. I wasn't at that event but was at 04 Anaheim Weekend. The part of the moderator you performed was so much better than that of the person who emceed the 2001 Event. Maybe it's because I met and talked with you and have watched the 04 Weekend on DVD. I don't know... but you made that weekend special for me and the group from Baton Rouge. It's the one year anniversary now since 04 Weekend and we've been going over our success since then. Lord Bless.
-- Bill Cobb

Hi Chris: My name is Sirilak. I do not remember how long I have been reading your article, but I remember previous Made For Success articles you sent out to online subscribe readers like me. I really want to thank you how much you inspire readers and ignite the power within. I want to share my story (before I move on please understand I have no intention to promote my work at all) I was born Thai, got married and moved to Canada. I used to work with couple international companies as an administrative assistant. When I came to Canada, no one offered the job I wanted so I applied for a job at a German restaurant as a dish washer and a kitchen person. I worked at the restaurant for 2 months and my arms were painful and eventually quit the job. Recovery of my joint problem took me 3 months. I was unemployed, stressful of financial problems. I got your articles through online subscription, to be honest, I didn't think correctly at that time, but I liked the quote for success you sent out. I kept some of the articles I liked in my folder and read them from time to time. One day I read about "Great Day Every Day" that was when I learned that I could make a difference in my life. You are right, better attitude makes a better life. I kept talking to myself "I am Made For Success." I started looking for new job through employment agents. There was only one employment agent that tried to get me to work in office environment. The employment agent that hired me sent me out to work with several offices; these offices hired me just a day or two (maximum 3 days) and turned me down because of my English with Thai accent. The employment agent did not send me out to work in an office environment there after. I quit working with the employment agent and looked for a new job again. Just before Christmas in 2003 I got a job as a retail clerk in a shopping mall. This is another international company that the name is well known around the world. I found that nobody cares about my accent with this company. I had lot of fun working during Christmas time. The company had to lay off the seasonal workers, and I am one of them. I thought that I did not mind to get laid off because I had a good time working with people with this company. I also thought that the "Great Day" is waiting for me again. Well, the great I thought of was just the day the store manager told me I was hired as a permanent employee. I was so happy and delighted. It was the true great day. I kept working with the company for a year. Christmas 2004 I got a good news from a college I applied to go for further study. I quit the job at the retail store early this year and I went home to visit my family in Thailand. My husband encourages me, I will always find a good job again. I got back to Canada and started looking for a new job meanwhile I was collecting my writing. I told my husband I would write a book. While working on my book, there were some obstacles and difficulties, but my husband told me "just few more weeks and not to give up." (This similar concept indicates in one of your article Take A Turn at Tenacious" My book was assigned the ISBN by the Library and Archive Canada. Today I have already finished my writing and my husband hires a professional editor to view my book. My husband and I are working on the self-publishing process and we know that our Great Day is waiting for us. Just one book that is sold can count as another success. (Soon this will happen to me) This is just part of my success that is inspired by your article "Great Day Every Day" Again, I would like to thank you for sending an online course of success. I strongly believe that there will be much more success waiting for you, for me and everyone if they really take your article into daily practice. It works for me, thank you. I have to go now because my great day is waiting. You make people become successful and I would like to say, May the success be with you
-- Siri

Hey Chris: I just want you to know that every week, no matter what is going on in my life, your newsletter seems to have just what I need to keep on track with my life. Many of the other ezines have been cancelled-no time to read all that stuff! But I kept your because yours is the one that always has knowledge and encouragement I can use. Thanks for being there!
-- Karen Walker

Chris spoke at one of my sales events while I was a manager at Cisco Systems. He was professional and increased our effectiveness significantly. He has also been a personal coach of mine and someone I value in my professional life. He is an asset! -- Phil Castillo, Avaya

This was a great Ezine, nice way to start the week!
-- AL SEMPLE

Hi Chris, I'm enjoying reading your weekly Ezines. They are very informative! Thank you for sending them to me. Take care!
-- James Bauchum

Hi Chris, deep regards. Thank you very much for your great service for the entirety of humanity. I read it full of interest. It really leads me and keep me positive and healthy. I have referred your ezines to many of my friends and relatives.
-- Baqir Ali

Saturday was one of the most wonderful days of my life - truly a turning point for me. Chris Widener was awesome! And I bought 35 copies of his book, "The Angel Inside". I read it yesterday and am going to read it over and over again and give to lots of friends. I really needed the encouragement I got. Anyway I feel like I am just understanding about the "journey" - the personal growth - and I am very excited about this.
-- Jeanne Skeels

Thank you Chris, for being an inspiration to me and to my Arbonne friends. God really used you and I got to watch. How cool. God was speaking through you this weekend. Yea Chris, yea God!!
-- Loraine Grover

Hello Chris, Thank you so very much for personally autographing the copy of the Angel Inside. I ordered for myself, it is a treasure to me. I was reading it for the second time, when I had to lend it out, and now they have fallen in love with it! -- Trish Bamford

Chris: Thanks for your help. FYI: We love your book Angel Inside… I pastor a church here in the Arlington/Fort Worth area and I bought 200 books and we give to 1st time visitors…about to order more… It was my favorite book in 2004 and I give them to people I meet... It made a major impact during a difficult season in my life and ministry and still helps to pick and read a chapter here and there… Thanks!
-- Tim

Wow Chris - THIS is an incredible email.
-- Joseph Rooney

Good Morning Chris: I would like to begin by saying I Believe in "First Impressions"...when I first was introduced to your Weekly Ezines' (Issue # 1) by Jim Rohn's Newsletters. Upon reading your first issue...I was absolutely impressed by your down to earth, get me going at the present time and every moment thereafter. I have always been a very Motivational person...but You... WOW...I become Overwhelmed by your Enthusiasm and Inspirations. I look forward to the next weeks' issue. I have from day one forwarded to all of my Team each Issue and reminded them to subscribe as they will want Your Awesome Training and Knowledge. NOW..... about "First Impressions"... I knew I was not wrong about You...as I was on a training call last evening with my Mentor, Donna Johnson, as well as a very great gal, Lorraine Grover, and when they began to talk about this Chris Widener... I took a Deep Breath and said to myself... Thank you God for guiding me right..... by following through with using your Phenomenal Training. They too, I Knew, felt the same... Then when Lorraine continued with her excellent presentation of your latest book "The Angel Inside" and her interpretation of the meaning of what is important within a sculptor and what steps are taken...this too...is how we must follow through with Positive Growth in our Arbonne Business. I have had about 2 years of medical set backs....but I am not a quitter...I am now beginning to fulfill my Goal and Dreams and continue my Journey to Building my Arbonne Business and reaching to the Stars. Your Inspiration will very much be a role in my Endeavors. Thank You.
-- Joyce

Hi Chris, deep regards. Thank you very much for your great service for the entirety of humanity. I read it full of interest. It really leads me and keep me positive and healthy. I have referred your ezines to many of my friends and relatives.
-- Baqir Ali

Saturday was one of the most wonderful days of my life - truly a turning point for me. Chris Widener was awesome! And I bought 35 copies of his book, "The Angel Inside". I read it yesterday and am going to read it over and over again and give to lots of friends. I really needed the encouragement I got. Anyway I feel like I am just understanding about the "journey" - the personal growth - and I am very excited about this.
-- Jeanne Skeels

Thank you Chris, for being an inspiration to me and to my Arbonne friends. God really used you and I got to watch. How cool. God was speaking through you this weekend. Yea Chris, yea God!!
-- Loraine Grover

Chris: I am refreshed every week by your Ezine. Now for that vacation.
-- Kathy Finger

That 'bit' on being the 'least' is truly inspiring.. in the days of hard knocks we all come by in life... it means so much to know such things about how life can work out for us all... how do we know how we may affect or inspire another! Thank you for such guiding words.
-- B

Dear Chris, thank you! I have just read your article in your latest e-zine, which I always look forward to. The last word... I so totally got it. I work in the film industry here in Australia, and have done well for the last 3 years, since returning to work after 11 years, along with home schooling my 3 children, and building a Herbalife business. I could be following the biggest and best films around scrounging for work, but instead have chosen to put my family first, and have taken more independent films, etc. I have had repeat employment from these Production Companies, and am yet to make "it", but the key is, they all ask for me, and want me to work for them, and to me, that's it!! And the main reason, other than that I am a very good Make Up Artist, I have a positive and compassionate outlook, get the job done with out any nonsense, am reliable, honest, and love people. This is feedback, which encourages me to be even better, is what it's all about! I love my work, and am prepared to take smaller paid jobs, and I know that one day soon, as is coming, I'll get there, wherever there is! You are so right. Again Thank you. Bless you.
-- T. Williams

Thank you, this week's ezine was Right on Target for what I was going to teach my team this weekend. Thank you.
-- Ken Longenecker

Hi Chris! I'm not sure if this comment will make it to you, but it's worth a shot! Regarding your e-zine article about worry: I, too, recognized long ago that worry was simply "stinkin' thinkin'!" My outlook on life is that MANY of life's problems are simply matters of perspective. I spend the vast majority of my time helping others to see a more positive perspective and improve their outlook on life. The result is that they are often able to make better decisions because they choose to look at a greater portion of the picture. Improved decision making makes for better leaders and citizens in this world. And it all comes from a shift in perspective. Believe it or not, I am a speaker as well. And, like you, I am working as the "least" in many circumstances because it's SO valuable to learn things while still in the background. Learning under the spotlight is a thousand times more difficult, wouldn't you agree? Because of my experience as a voice-over artist, as well as my stage experience as a narrator for plays and productions, I have been asked to be the emcee for a large convention of chiropractors in September. I'm hoping it will be a springboard to many other opportunities. In the meantime, I'm learning everything I can from Jim Rohn, Denis Waitley and you! I am also pursuing smaller speaking opportunities so that when my "dues are paid," as it were, I will know that I deserved the opportunities that presented themselves.  Thank you for your wisdom and insight, Chris. I'm impressed!
-- J. Branson

Hi Chris: Hello! I am Dr A K Singh working in a national Oil Company. I went through your "Weekly Ezine Issue#14, dated June 10, 2005". I really enjoyed it and found it eye opener for employed people like me who want give full expression to their potential. I would greatly appreciate if you kindly put me on your free e-mailing list.
-- Dr A K Singh

Good message!
-- Ray Gebauer

THANK YOU SO MUCH Chris! WONDERFUL E-zine!
-- Motebang Seiboko

Wow Chris - you should be proud of this article you put together I found it fab...
-- Joseph Rooney

Dear Chris, thank you so much for the inspiration and the hope you create in my soul. It gives me energy to live, to make my plans and to make my plans happen. I am always overwhelmed after reading your e-zines, and always share this information with my family and friends. I have found that all the topics in the e-zines are extremely interesting for my friends and colleagues.
-- Natalia Myasishcheva

Hello Mr. Chris! How are you doing? My name is Oleksiy Platygin and I am from Ukraine. I have just subscribed for your E-zine, but your story about being "the least" already helped me so much to overcome the feeling of giving up. I couldn't find any way out yesterday, but having read your article where you share your own experience empowered me and got me back to the right track! So, I just want to thank you, Mr. Chris, and your team for what you are doing!
-- Oleksiy Platygin

I receive your weekly message consider one of the best ones!! God Bless your career!!
-- Humberto De La Rosa

Hello Chris, I just have to let you know how much I've enjoyed the first few ezines I've received from you. For quite some time I kept putting off getting into your ezine also since I'm already into so many others and don't have lots of time to read some of them anyway. However, yours was offered because of something I ordered from someone so I decided to go ahead and sign up for it and I could just unsubscribe myself if I didn't like it. Well, I LOVE IT!! Now you have to understand that I mean, I really love it. Because I have never written anybody else to this point whose ezines I'm receiving to tell them so. Thank you so much. I really do appreciate your uplifting ezines.
-- Millie Troth

Chris: I thought I would take a moment and tell you about my day. I was very tired this morning and could not find the energy to do my usual routine. (I cheated on my diet last night and did not work out this morning.) As I was driving into work, initially I thought, "I don't feel like making 50 sales calls today" and "I feel depressed". But I listened to your cd and by the time I got to work, I was so excited for a chance to hit my goals that I couldn't wait to get started. And what a difference it made! I noticed that leaving messages with a little fun personality increased my return call ratio. And I had great conversations with the people that I did get a hold of. And it occurred to me, you should know that someone benefited by your willingness to share your knowledge. I really enjoy your cd. Thank You - Michelle (p.s. My day got even better. I made a sales appointment, received two orders and hit my goal of 48 calls and 6 mailouts!! Thanks again. -M

Dear Chris, I have loved receiving your very inspiring messages, especially through a time that was incredibly painful for me last year. However, this year, life is changing. I was able to read your messages up until 2003 (end) and then I had no computer access, and all of these horrific events occured. I wanted to tell you, though, that I haven't forgotten your inspiring messages, and am thankful that now that I have internet access again 24/7at home, I can get your positive affirmative empowering articles again! Thank you for being there for me when I needed your inspiration.
-- L.C.

Thanks for everything, I have learned a lot... I was a sponge and absorbed very well thanks to you. I did earn a lot more this month it was and is a big success. Thanks again.
-- Aynur, Belgium

Chris: Congratulations on the new format. You're off to a great start. WRITE ON!
-- Joe Klock, Sr.

Chris, keep sharing your story. It truly is the little things that make the big difference in our lives. Continue to love God, yourself, develop your skills and abilities and share with others. Not always simple, however doable!
-- Lize

Chris, the e-zine looks great! I particularly like the quote from Mr. Kevin Mather.
-- B

Hi Chris, I hope all is going well for you. I wanted to say thanks again for your presentation to our group. It was very well received and people are still talking about it and quoting you. It was also great to introduce people to Jim Rohn who had never had the opportunity to here him before. Your book, The Angel Inside, is great, Michelle & I really enjoyed it.
-- David Romero

CW, this looks great. Good job.
-- JD

Chris, I recently attended a Team National Convention in Orlando Florida and you were the speaker. It was a great pleasure to hear you that day. I have a great deal of admiration for you due to how you have turned your life around. I bought your package of CD's that day and plan on purchasing more in the future. You have made a positive impact on my leadership abilities.
-- Don Ohl

Thank-you so much for the Leadership series! It is well put together and has exceptional principles for those of us that are in the business world to make a difference. I am in the auto business, have been for the last 12 years. I have listened to many speakers, been to every seminar on leadership I can find. But...(here's the "kicker"!) I am a Christian businessman, with high morals and find that most want to manage or manipulate...not lead One day, we will have to talk about getting your materials into auto dealerships and putting on seminars combining your principles and teachings, together. It truly would be a great match, with the ultimate "win-win" for both! I am currently a manager for a Nissan dealership and am training the sales staff with an assortment of Tom Hopkins, Joe Verde, Grant Cardone, Brian Tracy, Dale Carnegie and I am adding you in with my training material.
-- Michael Niles

Chris: I like the new format! Change is good. Take care.
-- Paul McFadden