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The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard) Third Edition Paperback – July 1, 2010

by Jill Badonsky (Author)
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The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard) are actually 10 powerful creativity principles in the guise of wise and playful Muses. This is the third edition of this popular book that was published in 2003 and is now updated expanded with new sections. These modern day Muses provide empowering, playful but practical tools and concepts, quotes and a dazzling experience of returning to, deepening or discovering ones creativity. The Muses are designed to bust through every block that stands in the way of a mortals' creative fulfillment in all aspects of their lives from business to parenting and from art to writing. Move through procrastination, overwhelm, perfectionism, self-sabotage, lack of focus to the joy of the creative process and its validation of our soul and spirit.
The new sections include:
Creativity and Agelessness
Getting Through Perfectionism with the Nine Modern Day Muses
Making Marketing Easier with Creativity and
The Use of Yoga for Creativity and The Other Way Around.
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  1. Print length
    266 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Renegade Muses
  4. Publication date
    July 1, 2010
  5. Dimensions
    7 x 0.56 x 10 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0615314848
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0615314846
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"A wonder-full, scrumptious and creatively fulfilling book!"
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Jill Badonsky, M.Ed.  is an inspirational humorist, workshop leader, artist, writer and founder of Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coaching.  She has been teaching creativity workshops since 1994. Jill is also author of The Awe-manac: A Daily Dose of Wonder. kaizenmuse.com themuseisin.com

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Renegade Muses; 3rd Edition (July 1, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 266 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0615314848
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0615314846
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.56 x 10 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Jill Badonsky is a creativity coaching pioneer, inspirational humorist, artist, and founder of The Muse Is In, a company offering workshops, training and publications to enhance creativity in endeavors from writing to living with more joy.

She is a nationally recognized workshop leader and author of The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard): 10 Guides to Creative Inspiration for Artists, Poets, Lovers and Other Mortals Wanting to Live a Dazzling Existence, the award-winning The Awe-manac: A Daily Dose of Wonder, and The Muse is In: An Owner's Manual to Your Creativity. She writes and narrates a podcast called, A Muse's Daydream.

Jill trains individuals to creatively coach others based on an original model called Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coaching Certification training which has helped thousands to overcome obstacles to creative thought, creative passions, and creative problem solving. www.themuseisin.com, and www.kaizenmuse.com Join Jill Badonsky or The Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coaching Page on Facebook

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Royce Addington
5.0 out of 5 stars A CALL TO ARTISTS, WRITERS AND CREATIVE THINKERS EVERYWHERE!
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2007
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If you haven't yet had the privilege of reading Jill Badonsky's magnificently motivating book The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard) you MUST find a copy and read it.

A Master Muse of our time...Jill Badonsky is a witty , sometimes wickedly irreverent, delightful and brainy Tinkerbellesque Warrior of the creative enchanted mind; illuminating the magic and possibility of creative ideas, visions and artistic dreams. This is a writer that not only walks her talk...she lives it.

The Nine Modern Day Muses gives you serious tools to take your dreams and your goals from imagination to reality. This brilliant and delicious recipe is that of an intellectual gourmand with a sense of humor. Ms. Badonsky shares cutting-edge psychological technologies, specific exercises and the extraordinary power of guided imagery to aid us in winning the battle against self-sabotage and marauding inner critics. Add to that a dash of whimsy and several pinches of joyful, motivational merriment and you have a reference that takes significant information and presents it with a sense of ease and FUN!

You will find yourself picking up this timeless creative classic again and again and again. There is a mysterious energetic resonance that infuses THE NINE MODERN DAY MUSES. With each read, no matter what page you may choose, the book seems to reveal another layer of excellent information; as though the Muse Faerie Scholars come out when it's on the shelf and add more dazzling, thought-provoking ideas!

This is NOT just a book for Artists, Craftspeople, Poets, Writers and Lovers. This is a book for EVERY HUMAN BEING. We are all students of ourselves.

JILL BADONSKY'S THE NINE MODERN DAY MUSES (and a Bodyguard) will lovingly speak in non-judgmental voices and persuade you to consider the power of yourself...the Wildchild you still are... and the inimitable gifts you have to share with our world.

Post Script: A SECRET...The latest word on the streets of Museopolis is that Jill Badonsky and her Muses are soon to launch another inspirational and brilliant morsel...The AWE-MANAC. Keep your eyes open for it this September!
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A. Sue Messer
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiration and Fun
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2007
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I have read this book several times since first purchasing it in 2003 and refer to it often. It is a great source of inspiration and fun, with quotes and prompts that easily will assist any individual who is stuck, blocked or procrastinating in thier own creative process. It is also an invaluable reference guide for anyone seeking new ways of looking at how to bring creativity into your work environment be it teaching, business etc. I initially purchased the book to inspire myself in my own creative journey but now as a Creativity Coach I refer others to it often. The Muses have become my faithful companions and their insights and suggestions never let me down. Read it, have fun and be inspired!
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K. Funk
4.0 out of 5 stars Amusing and True
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2014
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I am still working my way though this book, so take note. So far, I am finding it amusing, true and quite helpful in my personal work as well as sharing with others the journey of creativity.
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SSpring
5.0 out of 5 stars FANTASTIC book!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2013
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This book will help you rediscover your strengths personally and professionally by unleashing your creativity. It is hard to put in words how incredibly unique, inspiring, FUN and life changing this book is. I love her whole collection. :)
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Jennie E
3.0 out of 5 stars Good ideas - foolish presentation!
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2021
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Good ideas , foolish presentation!
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5.0 out of 5 stars I am a fan of Jill Badonsky and her books ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2017
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I am a fan of Jill Badonsky and her books. The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard) is a different way of looking at the many ways that artist and creative types block their own creativity. The muses guide you through ways to invite creativity back into your life. There are so many activities and prompts to follow that you are bound to find some that resonate with you.
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K. D. Hughes
1.0 out of 5 stars The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a bodyguard)
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2009
First of all, the book itself is awesome! It is THIS EDITION (iUniverse) that lacks all the book has to offer. This print on demand copy has no color and no whimsy that defines the original (which I was expecting). I was so disappointed that I went elsewhere to purchase another copy in order to get all of the illustrations, wonderful color fonts, drawings and "muse maps" that make this book so special. So when ordering, BEWARE and make sure you get the original!
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A. Robinson
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply excellent
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2004
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I have so enjoyed reading and working through this book and found it useful, but entertaining at the same time (how many things can you say THAT about?).
I've been formulating in my mind what I wanted to write here, about why this is such a great book and great approach, but every single attribute I wanted to highlight has already been expressed; and I don't wish to be redundant LOL!
Simply put, it isn't for artistes only, and it will add sparkle and personal depth to your daily existence. Definitely worth the money.
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JanetLW
5.0 out of 5 stars This is THE book for creative people... ...
Reviewed in Canada on March 25, 2015
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This is THE book for creative people... the true tools of the muse trade. Meaning, here's where you can find your way to be the creative being you really are meant to be. And it's not just talk, this book has the tools and activities that help you understand what is getting in your way and what will really work for you. Creative principles in the guise of quirky modern day muses. Jill's writing style is inspiring, and delightful. Genius, really.
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