Does My Voice MAtter?
The latest book from Cynthia James!
Excellent holiday gift or stocking stuffer! 
It took Cynthia James many decades to find her authentic voice; today, she supports clients around the world to do the same. In this accessible, inspiring guide, she examines why uncovering your own voice is so important; and shares tools and guidance for how to get there.
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About the Author
Cynthia James
From Abuse to Accomplished Actress; From Scarcity to International Songstress; From Welfare to the White House, and from Victim thinking to Victorious living, meet Cynthia James.
Cynthia James is a transformational specialist and the author of three award-winning and bestselling books What Will Set You Free, Revealing Your Extraordinary Essence, and I Choose Me, (a #1 Amazon Bestseller in three categories). She is a sought-after radio guest and the host of the podcast Women Awakening. She has completed two master’s degree programs, one in consciousness studies and the other in spiritual psychology. An ordained licensed minister, she is a frequent presenter and workshop facilitator at spiritual centers around the world. Cynthia also leads pilgrimages to sacred sites. She is a featured presenter with the Shift Network and Humanities Team summits, two of the largest and most successful providers of virtual courses, online workshops, and tele-seminar events taught by experts in the areas of spirituality and personal growth. Cynthia and her husband, renowned photographer and author, Carl Studna, co-facilitate leadership courses at their studio/retreat center in Colorado.
Does My Voice Matter?: A Journey of Self-Discovery, Authenticity, and Empowerment
We live in a critical and oftentimes violent world. People are afraid to talk about what they feel, think, or believe. They withhold energy for fear of being ridiculed, punished, or excluded. They hide their deepest dreams and desires away and cover them up with doubt, insecurity, old experiences, and fears. Cynthia James knows this because that was her experience.
Covering seven decades of living, traveling, and growing, Does My Voice Matter? follows James’s journey of self-discovery and authenticity as she gradually recognizes that she has a voice and learns how to use it. She uses her own life experiences as a backdrop for her exploration of how the voice is used as a tool of engagement; how a singular or collective voice can enhance empowerment, transparency, and accountability; and, finally, how expression can develop new ideas, shift cultures, political views, transform organizations, create laws, and improve lives.
Written for anyone who wants to discover the power within that makes them special, Does My Voice Matter? has a vital message: Uniqueness is your own glorious imprint on this planet, and it is calling you to come out. It doesn’t matter if your awakening is large or small, it doesn’t matter what your age, race, religion, or history is anyone can begin right where they are, right now.
@MarciShimoff
“There are countless times in our lives when we’re faced with the most fundamental questions: Am I important? Do I make a difference? Do I matter? In Does My Voice Matter?, Cynthia James offers brilliant guidance and powerful inspiration, as she takes us on a personal journey filled with adventure and transformation. What a wonderful opportunity and resource to help you reinvent your life in a way that reflects how important you truly are.”
—Marci Shimoff, #1 NY Times bestselling author, Happy for No Reason and Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul
@CharlesRandolphWright
“I have loved Cynthia James’ voice for decades, but this profound book transforms that love into pure admiration. Cynthia’s book helps us to realize that a path to better mental health is understanding that yes, our voices do matter. We all must do everything in our power to listen to other voices, and most importantly, listen to our own. Her moving, important, difficult, and joyous journey inspires us to find that resonant voice within.”
— Charles Randolph-Wright, award-winning writer, director and producer of television, film and theatre
@GeneenRoth
“Cynthia James is a wonder. Learn from her. Listen to her. Despite growing up on circumstances that would have flattened most of us, she thrived with a natural born grace and spirituality that awes me. She is a living example of the power of prayer, of truth, of goodness. and with this book, she shows us that it is possible, even in these complex and challenging times, to find our own voices.”
—Geneen Roth, author of multiple New York Times bestsellers including When Food is Love and Women Food and God
Additional Testimonials
I wanted to write to you to share that… I loved your book.
I thought it was a great way to share your journey, part memoir, part self-development book.It was a great read and one I think will help a lot of people who are struggling to find their voice and break out of patterns of violence and toxic relationships. Fab job, very inspiring.Raphael
AWARDS
Our style of communication begins with childhood. How we were raised reflects our perspective and the tone in which we emit communication frequencies. In her book, Does My Voice Matter? sub-titled A Journey of Self-Discovery, Authenticity and Empowerment, Cynthia James uses her life experiences and personal observations as a performing artist and coach in helping the reader find and understand the importance of having a voice. The voice is essential because it creates power, stimulates expression, and awakens a platform for influencing or making decisions that may otherwise not occur. Along life’s journey, many people may have lost their power to communicate effectively due to childhood difficulties, or trauma within the workplace, church, or interpersonal relationships. This book helps to ignite the fire to get your voice back and to be heard.
Does My Voice Matter? by Cynthia James is a great way to learn more about yourself and those triggers that challenge you. As Cynthia describes in this book, our voices matter in various respects: “It is not just about the sound of the voice. It is about the full expression of the individual. That means it can be spoken, danced, written, painted, and expressed in multiple forms. The important focus is that the voice brings to life the authentic and vulnerable demonstration of each human being.” These are the layers where growth and healing begin to take shape. View this book as if Cynthia is walking alongside you using tools and exercises, and coaching you through the process from discovery and introspection to being your genuine self as she’s been able to do personally. Recognizing your voice affects us all at some point in our lives. It impacts some people more than others but taking the steps necessary to get that power back and speaking your truth is the key. Enjoy!
Reviewed by Vernita Naylor for Readers’ Favorite
Maincrest Media Book Award
Does My Voice Matter? A Journey of Self-Discovery, Authenticity and Empowerment is a beautifully written memoir that offers a clear roadmap on how to find your voice and achieve your full potential. The vivid manner in which James describes her personal struggles and triumphs is to be commended. With authenticity and honesty, she keeps readers laughing, crying, and cursing as she finds her bearings. She takes readers on a rollercoaster ride of self-discovery, keeping them fully engaged with her raw and emotional storytelling. Moreover, her infectious sense of hope, even when facing the harsh realities of life, imparts invaluable wisdom on readers on how even the most difficult challenges can be conquered with a positive mindset and persistence. In these times of unprecedented change and uncertainty, Does My Voice Matter? serves as a beacon of hope, joy and inspiration for anyone looking to step into their true sense of purpose and live the life of their dreams.
With a score of 21 out of 25, this book has been selected for a Maincrest Media Book Award in the Women’s Non-Fiction category.
Pinnacle Book Achievement Award Honoree
Does My Voice Matter? A Journey of Self-Discovery, Authenticity and Empowerment
Mom’s Choice Awards
It gives us great pleasure to inform you that Does My Voice Matter? has been named among the best in family-friendly media, products and services. Congratulations!
Award Details:
Does My Voice Matter:
Gold – Level One
Finalist in Best Book Awards from AmericanBookFest.com
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