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Books & journals for the life you’re becoming
Gratitude journals, emotional-wellness journals and heartfelt stories — written by Lana Shabdeen and shipped from Los Angeles.
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Stories and guides for growth at every age.
For Kids
Amelia Shabdeen’s silly, creative workbook for kids who love to laugh and play.
Perfect 40!
There is maturity and wisdom that comes with turning 40. But there is also fear, emotional turbulence, social stress, and many more issues along the ride.
Hello there!
Lanashabdeen.com is where passion, reflection, and growth collide. Created on a foundation of integrity, this is where you will discover an array of content that stems both from personal experience and wisdom – all of which is aimed to celebrate the art of self-care, unlock new levels of potential, and ultimately become a safe haven that reminds you that you never have to venture out into this crazy thing called life alone.
What Readers Say
Five out of Five stars
Perfect 40! How to Live Your Best Life and Age with Grace and Wisdom by Lana Shabdeen is a great book that helps people who get surprised they are entering a new era they might not be prepared for. Aging is an unpleasant fact. There is nothing you can do to stop or control it. However, you have control over how you perceive it. Our attitude towards things is what matters most, and this is what you will learn through the book. The writer does a great job preparing the reader for new phases of life. I believe this can help with any phase, not just the forties. The book is realistic and discusses many practical topics that people can face during such a phase. It discusses debts, finances, taking care of parents, emotional struggles, and much more. You can grab this book to get all the amazing information it provides. I like how realistic the book is. It addresses important topics and provides practical solutions. It helps set your mind in the right direction. I believe if your mind is in the right direction, everything comes easily after that. I like how the book removes the fear of aging and death while you go through its pages. I like that the writer discusses the ideas that are usually in people’s heads but never come out. This teaches you that you’re not alone. I recommend the book to people who are having thoughts about getting older. This can help you get prepared and organized. If you don’t have those thoughts yet, it’s never too early to start thinking.
— Hager S., Book Lover
Extraordinary read
I guess a majority of us don’t want to age, but sadly, it’s inevitable. It seems this book offers readers a refreshing perspective about growing older.
— Elina T., Onlinebookclub.org
A must read
A down to earth, easy to comprehend workbook, written with simplicity and honesty. I found it a realistic look at life when you reach the magical age of forty. It is an inspirational guidebook that not only takes you on a journey of self-awareness but also a valuable reference book. Useful for anyone who needs re-assurance of accepting the reality of middle age and an encouraging look at life itself. I found it motivating and non-judgmental on accepting the challenges of growing up, while the exercises at the end of each chapter keeps you focused on one’s progress. I particularly liked the part where the author touches on the stages of life where fear, insecurity and peer pressure plays a major role in one’s development. The techniques described are very helpful to look at the positive side of situations that you may come across in certain stages in life. Commendable work from this aspiring author… Looking forward to more self-help workbooks!
— Deen, Happy Reader
My Latest Writings
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The Thin Line Between Directors and C-Level Executives: A Lesson in Perspective, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership Growth
The Thin Line Between Directors and C-Level Executives: A Lesson in Perspective, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership Growth Sometimes, the greatest challenge in leadership is not making the right decision, but understanding why someone else sees the same situation differently. Leadership is often associated with authority, responsibility, and decision-making. Yet one of its most challenging aspects…
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Casual Doesn’t Mean Careless: How Operations Managers Set the Standard Through Dress
An operations manager sets the tone before the first meeting begins. Employees notice how their manager arrives, communicates, handles pressure, and presents themselves. In a casual workplace, clothing may seem like a minor detail compared with staffing, budgets, deadlines, and daily problems. Yet appearance remains one of the most visible ways a manager communicates expectations.…
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Leadership Without the Ego: Why Respect Matters in Operations
When you are responsible for operations, your job is much bigger than making sure things get done. Whether your title is Director of Operations, COO, Operations Manager, or something similar, you are expected to understand how the company functions, where it is going, what needs improvement, and what needs to happen next. You oversee processes,…
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