Book excerpt: Self-help and motivation can—and should—be fun! For those who are delighted by the wonder of the written word, The Beacon of Greater Good is a self-discovery and therapy tool that offers stories, symbolism, and strategies for creating hope and wonder in everyday life! Filled with positive daily affirmations, tidbits of wisdom, and realistic motivation, this book offers a new, lighter take on self-help for readers who want to heal their past and make way for a brighter future. Lyrical, whimsical, and lit up with life coach and author Gill Mongeon’s characteristic wit, this book shows that by changing the way you think about yourself and the people around you, you can change the world. Like a beacon of light in the darkness, The Beacon of Greater Good offers deep empathy and inspirational treasures that readers can return to again and again.