Every relationship starts with self – so get out of your own way! "Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom" – Lau Tzu With new perspectives, this book will empower you to have more successful connections that will enable you to live your life in awareness, inspired with love and peace from the inside out. Bust through your fears and awaken to more joyful and meaningful relationships! Ask yourself, are you.... * attracting the wrong people in your life? * honoring yourself and your individuality without guilt or fear? * communicating effectively while respecting yourself and others? * consciously loving in a way that the other person feels free? * helping the other person become the best version of themselves? * allowing love, not fear, to lead your relationships? This book is for you whether you are single, married or just fed-up with your current relationships, including those with family, friends, co-workers – and most importantly – the one with yourself. Maria's insights, wisdom and proven assertive methodologies will help you find answers and solutions for successful transformations. Live, Love, Dream!!! "This is a must read, Maria's experiences help the reader to better understand her techniques for a successful transformation. I could feel my mind opening to the whole process!" ~Joanna Apostolopoulos, Wife, Mother, Entrepreneur – Toronto "Easy to read and understand. Even the wisest can learn something from this book!" ~Andrew Silvestri, Past President & Co-Founder – Reebok Canada "CONNECT is a wonderful easy to read book, it's one that you'll read again and again. Maria gives you tools on how to live your life to the fullest in an assertive loving manner!" ~Angela Doukas, RDH, Health Professional – Athens