Bits & Pieces. Each issue of this inspiring little monthly magazine delivers healthy doses of humor, hope, and commonsense wisdom. Order a subscription by calling 800/878-5331 or visiting www.motivateandinspire.com. On their webpage you can download a sample copy of the magazine and read the kinds of wonderful & motivating quotes, stories, jokes and anecdotes you'll look forward to receiving each month. An endearing, engaging & exciting gift for friends, families and organizations!

Learned Optimism. Martin E. P. Seligman. Just as athletes strengthen the muscles and focus on the attitudes necessary for peak performance, so can optimism be developed as a new set of cognitive skills. This landmark study shows pessimists how to learn new behaviors that can help them thrive and whenever possible avoid ill health, depression & helplessness. Having an optimistic spirit does not mean we will not experience challenges and setbacks in our personal and professional lives. What it does mean is that we equip ourselves with greater resilience, health, creativity and effectiveness to help us make it through whatever rough patches we are facing.

StoryPeople features the whimsical, magical, inspiring & insightful words and drawings of Brian Andreas, artist and storyteller. His work is available as cards, prints, sculptures & other original pieces. To order any of these items or to find out the location of a local gallery that carries his work, call 800/476-7178 or visit www.storypeople.com. While browsing their website be sure to send your best friend a free personalized eGreeting Story—and sign up for a free email Story of the Day. Definitely on the Top Ten List for Childlike Grownups!