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In 'Let Your Life Speak', Parker J. Palmer reflects on the journey of finding one's true vocation through a deeply personal and compassionate lens. The book encourages readers to listen to their inner selves rather than external expectations, and to embrace their true identities and integrity. Palmer shares his own experiences, including struggles with depression and unconventional career paths, to illustrate the importance of authenticity and self-awareness in discovering one's calling. The book emphasizes that vocation is not a goal to be achieved but a gift to be received, and that it involves aligning one's life with one's natural gifts and interests.

A Poetry Handbook by Mary Oliver is a concise yet insightful guide that offers practical advice on writing poetry. It covers various aspects such as form, meter, rhyme, and the importance of revision, making it a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced poets. Oliver emphasizes the role of poetry in connecting the conscious mind and the heart, encouraging readers to find inspiration in their surroundings and to use poetry as a means of expression and connection.