She’s grown from 120 pages to 256 with new stories, inspirational messages, and practical teaching points to guide your path into more fully accepting and loving yourself. This anniversary edition is a must-have for your bookshelf and a delightful gift for any occasion.
“It even FEELS like a Turtle!” Tim, owner of Shining Lotus
A Delightful Companion
for Living a Happy, Authentic Life
Turtle Wisdom: Coming Home to Yourself will uplift you on a bad day, remind you of your worth in moments of doubt, and give you a boost no matter what. Whimsically illustrated, this endearing keepsake is filled with comfort, encouragement, inspiration, and strategies for empowered living. It will help you build a dependable, resilient core of unshakable confidence and well-being.
Originally written for Donna’s coaching clients as a touchstone between sessions, this precious book’s encouraging message of treasuring yourself so you can design your very best life, unexpectedly spread through many countries, being published worldwide. Its timelessly tender words were shared, like a warm embrace, from friend to friend around the globe for over eighteen years. Donna DeNomme has spent a lifetime helping people claim their true voice.
Whoever you are, wherever you are,
whatever is going on in your life,
this is the call …
come home …
to yourself.
Where can You Buy a Copy?
For Heaven’s Sake Denver
4900 W. 46th Ave 303-964-9339
For Heaven’s Sake Applewood
2680 Youngfield St Lakewood 303-284-3470
Shining Lotus Denver
2553 S. Colorado Blvd #104 Denver
303-758-9113
Works of Heart Bookstore
at Mile Hi Church
9077 W Alameda Ave Lakewood 303 233-9351
Humble House Cafe
1208 Washington Ave Golden 720-333-0149
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“Awaken with the promise of each day, as you recognize the true gift of life
and your potential for unwrapping the many layers of who you are and what you have to experience.
Enrich your relationships as you authentically interact, sharing the expression of your inner beauty.
Be fully alive! Savor this human existence and by doing so you will elevate it to even more of what it can be.”
Author’s Note
As I lay these words before you, it is the last full moon of the summer, 2023. The rare Blue Supermoon smiles upon the fruition of my heartfelt endeavor. Turtle Wisdom has been with me for a long time, often leading the way with unexpected twists and turns. She has provided delightful opportunities to find friends I might otherwise not meet. Sitting in a hot tub in Sedona, Arizona, I am asked to share who I am and when I mention my first book a woman starts weeping, “That book changed my life,” she said. And another who called to thank me for the acceptance and encouragement she found within my pages became a student taking every workshop I offered, and eventually grew to be a lifelong friend. Gee, I even visited a bank branch where I was unknown to the tellers, hoping to cash a check. After I found myself without the necessary ID, I asked the branch manager if there was any other way. I knew they had my signature on file. He agreed but said, “Do you have something with your name and picture on it?” “Yes, I do,” and I dashed to the car to grab one of my books. When I showed it to him, he turned it over and over, staring at it intently. “This is you?” “Yes.” “Well, right now I’m reading this book! It lives on my night table. Of course, we can cash your check.” I hold dear a stunning rainbow of stories, warm glows of every hue … I love those stories. I feel a special connection with every one of them.
This eighteen-year anniversary rewrite has taken much longer than anticipated – a full nine months of creativity, attention, and care. From the little glimmers of ideas surfacing in my mind’s eye to the word-by-word detailed scrutiny, tenderly sculpting this baby into her rightful birth. I offer her to you with love and the best intention. Those who are hers will know her when they see her. They will recognize what they need. May she touch you as she has so many others. May she free your heart and draw forth the essence of your soul to reveal the magnificence of who you truly are.
with love and blessings,
Donna
A Gift that says, “I Believe in YOU!”
A “feel-good” confidence-building and empowerment series. An adult book series that has been treasured by those 8-105!
Turtle Wisdom:
Coming Home to Yourself
Award-Winning &
Internationally-Published in ten countries
and world-wide in Spanish and Chinese:
a Super Fan Favorite!!!
“Love, love, love this whole series! I found each one delightful to read and useful for a quick daily boost . . . and as a personal and business coach, I often recommend Turtle Wisdom book, playbook, and cards to my clients.”
– Sherry Ray, author of Finding Traction: Recapture Your Drive at Work
“It is such a wise and deep book, full of profound insights that really resonate with me. There is so much packed into that little book, it is amazing! I look forward to reading more of it every day.”
– Cara Cantarella, Singer/songwriter of Letter to the World
“It is 4AM… I haven’t been to bed yet, rest can wait. My Soul/Spirit was thirsty like a sponge.
“Donna DeNomme’s comfortable and comforting style of wisdom and humor, helps the bruised Soul, tender from damage, find healing, strength and a way forward to – Self.”
– Carridwen Brennan, spiritual counselor & life coach, Tri-State Prison Project
“I have the Turtle Wisdom Personal Illumination Cards. I love them. I pick one every morning … they make me smile!” – Linda H
“Donna DeNomme reminds us, in a gentle and practical way, that we have within us the esence of the Divine. By following her clear suggestions, anyone seeking to grow into his/her own spiritual skin can methodically peel way the dust of life to reveal the power, the beauty, and wisdom resting in the soul.”
– Susan Schachterle, author of The Bitch, the Crone, and the Harlot
“Breaking out from the glut of self-help books that follow the over-used ‘how to’ formulas, Turtle Wisdom takes you on a journey that leaves you feeling as if your favorite grandmother has wrapped you up in a cozy blanket, gently placed you by the fireplace with a cup of your favorite hot chocolate, and loveingly rocked you to sleep on a fridgid winter night.”
– Tom LaRotanda, corporate coach, speaker
“Turtle Wisdom is a delightful pocket-guide for living a rich life! Donna has captured beautifully the essence of being natural.”
– Dr. Deborah Sandella, PH.D, RN, award-winning book & CD Releasing the Inner Magician
“Turtle Wisdom!! … What a brilliant metaphor for consistently taking those little steps that generate awesome results. Donna DeNomme has tapped into a deeper place to reveal priceless practical insights essential to higher living. All this with sincerity, wit and delightful non-pretentious humor. Read this page-turner and smile from deep inside.”
– Randy Ferguson, corporate motivational speaker, author of Outrageously Fulfilling Relationships
“Your book has left me feeling as if I’ve had an emotional massage, as if I’m in a private session with you, wrapped in love and safety. The illustrations add a sweetness… My heart is so full of joy!”
– Judith Lynne, inventor and author of The Hearty Soul Soup Cookbook
“I often pick up my Turtle Wisdom and just randomly open to a page to fill my love bucket. I enjoy Mother Nature, a nice cup of tea, a fireplace with a book… and yours lives on one of my end tables.”
– Barbara Vande Berg, M.Div., Vital Energy Master
“Transformation is such a difficult task without guidance . . . . Turtle Wisdom Personal Illumination Cards help to shape and direct me along the path on a daily basis. What a blessing!”
– Gaileen Crowell, RN, BSW
“Donna DeNomme’s wisdom shines through in her writing, as she leads us to greater self-acceptance and greater awareness of our greatness! Her insights have the power to bring more joy to your life. Open up your heart, open up this book , and take it all in!
– Jana Stanfield, Keynote Speaker, Singer and Songwriter
“This is a simple and elegant perscription for living. It’s thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining, with practical advice and suggestions for letting go of the past and truly living your life in the present.”
– Dr. Steven Farmer, best-selling author of Earth Magic and Animal Spirit
“Turtle Wisdom is a gem. Filled with inspiring stories and poetry, it is a clear reminder that we are the artists of life. Donna’s wisdom and techniuques will guide you on your way to cherishing the magnificent being you are.”
– Susyn Reeve, co-creator of WITH Forgiveness
“I don’t have to even sell the book. All I do is put a couple of turtles by it and they fly off the shelf! It sells itself because my customers are inspired by it.”
– Dianne Fresquez, owner of For Heaven’s Sake Books
“…it’s obvious Donna has walked the long walk of learning how to love herself.”
– Tama J. Kieves, best-selling author of This Time I Dance! Creating the Work You Love
“Donna DeNomme is a gifted writer and powerful spiritual practitioner, bringing commitment, creativity and powerful spiritual passion to all her involvements. Her compassion and her connection with Spirit make her a tremendous blessing.
‘Turtle Wisdom: Coming Home to Yourself,’ provides inspiration and clear direction for self-discovery and for moving forward in life. Read it, share it with others, and enjoy more of the great life you deserve.”
– Dr. Roger Teel, author of “This Life is Joy”
“Thank you, Donna for your incredibly intuitive cards and reading material that has helped me to process and grow as a more loving person in this world. You truly bring us closer to our authentic selves. May your future endeavors help us all be better beings.”
– Victoria Atwell, massage therapist