The Game of Life and How to Play It

Florence Scovel Shinn (1871–1940) was an American artist and book illustrator who became a New Thought spiritual teacher and metaphysical writer in her middle years. In New Thought circles, she is best known for her first book, The Game of Life and How to Play It, self-published in 1925. Your Word Is Your Wand was published in 1928 and The Secret Door to Success in 1940. The Game of Life and How to Play It includes quotes from the Bible and anecdotal explanations of the author’s understanding of God and man. Her philosophy centers on the power of positive thought and usually includes instructions for verbal or physical affirmation.

Cary Valentine reads this material with joyous enthusiasm that brings Florence “Flossie” Scovel Shinn’s words to life, inspiring you to actualize your desired transformations and dreams, as it has for him.

Cary is a bestselling author, celebrated speaker, certified inner game and relationship coach, award-winning international drummer/percussionist, and graduate of the Berklee College of Music. He has performed with Dizzy Gillespie and members of Paul McCartney, Kenny Chesney, Stevie Wonder, Chris Botti, REO Speedwagon, and Lionel Richie’s bands.

Flossie’s material helped Cary out of a depressive state that laid the groundwork for his revolutionary Champion Your Inner Game to Success patent-pending, peak-performance system. Which quickly turns doubts, fears and insecurities inside out; greatly assisting thousands of individuals, business and sales teams, pro golfers, world class musicians, and actors. For more info visit CaryValentine.net.