Susan Smith Jones, MS, PhD
As Susan says often in her motivational presentations... Regardless of the circumstances in our lives right now, whether work-related or personal, the single most important fact is that we have the power within us to show leadership, create greatness, and transform our lives — and the world around us — in the process.
Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has a Teaching Credential from UCLA (along with three other UCLA degrees, where she also taught health and fitness to students, staff, and faculty for thirty years) and extensive experience teaching nutrition, fitness, and healthy living to children and adults around the world. For decades, Susan has been a renowned leader in the fields of holistic health, fitness, optimum nutrition, and balanced living. She is in high demand worldwide as a wellness consultant and frequent talk show guest, and was selected as one of 10 “Healthy American Fitness Leaders” by the President’s Council on Physical Fitness & Sports.
As a prolific writer, Susan is also the author of many other health-related books, including the three celebrated companion books — UPLIFTED: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Faith, Peace, Kindness & Vitality, A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Fruits, Veggies, Juices, Soups, Spices, Teas & Healthy Living Extras, and faith-based WIRED FOR HIGH- LEVEL WELLNESS: Simple Ways to Rejuvenate, Meditate & Prosper.
Susan’s desire to encourage awareness of and appreciation for healthy, positive living and fitness is delightfully entertaining in Joy & the Butterfly.
To learn more about Susan’s inspiring, motivating, and empowering work, please visit: www.SusanSmithJones.com, and sign up for Susan’s free, monthly Healthy Living Newsletters on her website and enjoy her salubrious tips by following her on 𝕏 @SusanSmithJones.
Susan’s desire to encourage awareness of and appreciation for healthy living and fitness is expressed in a delightfully entertaining way in the Joy & the Butterfly series. Along with this Joy & the Butterfly book, you will be equally captivated by the additional trilogy series of children’s books entitled:
💛 Joy & the Butterfly: The Magical Vegetable Garden
💛 Joy & the Butterfly: The Magical Fruit Garden
💛 Joy & the Butterfly: The Magic of Exercise
When children get to know Joy and fall in love with her adventurous lifestyle in the Joy & the Butterfly series, they will also be eager to learn about what Joy likes to eat and her favorite ways to exercise because they will want to copy the things she likes to eat and do. What a special way to inspire and motivate all children worldwide to be healthy and fit.
This comprehensive book, A Hug in a Mug, will also open your mind to a new, more wholesome way of living. Susan understands that treating your body, not just your symptoms, is a powerful health strategy. Soothe away everyday stress with this beautifully presented collection of practical advice for achieving optimum health and well-being the natural way. From ancient wisdom to modern treatments, these trusted practices will help you to quiet your mind and feel more peaceful; relax and recharge with herbal teas and fresh juices; appreciate your God-given, miraculous human body; release the extra weight you’ve been carrying around; embrace the healing power of cold therapy and living foods; learn about the fascinating worldwide history of teas and spices; refuel your enthusiasm and keep yourself motivated; find balance through whole-food meals and recipes; claim victory over a stressful, anxious lifestyle; cultivate an attitude of gratitude; orchestrate a tranquil and calming home environment; use the best culinary spices for what’s ailing you; create the healthiest, most youthful skin and disease-free body at any age; be kind to yourself with a curated self-care routine; and so much more! Many of her delicious, nutritious soup recipes will become part of your weekly meal plan.
Covering a wide range of simple remedies, alternative therapies, and easy exercises, A Hug in a Mug will help you feel your best, renewing your vitality and restoring your bliss. It’s the perfect complement to her other two books, Wired for High-Level Wellness and UPLIFTED. This trilogy of healthy living books will quickly become your favorite for all quintessential things germane to vibrant health—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Listen to this informative interview where Susan shares her wealth of knowledge about staying healthy and supercharged for a lifetime.
With extensive experience in publishing and design, Lee not only edits manuscripts but also brings them to life with his talent as a designer and skilled illustrator. His dynamic illustrations add depth and vibrancy to the works he helps shape.
Lee Fredrickson, PhD
Lee Fredrickson, PhD, has been at the helm of his publishing house, 21st Century Press, for nearly 30 years. Over the last three decades, Lee has collaborated with hundreds of authors in his niche market, guiding them to excel in their craft and providing them with opportunities to publish their work—an invaluable advantage in an industry notoriously difficult to break into. His lifelong passion is to help authors succeed in all aspects of their careers.
The result is Joy & the Butterfly, the first book in a four-part series. In it, a special butterfly, acting as Joy’s guardian angel, embarks on adventures that teach valuable life lessons. Through the magic of talking animals and insects, young readers will be introduced to a world filled with nature’s wisdom, the joy of helping others, and the importance of personal growth.
Enchanting Art for Your Wall
Bring a touch of magic and serenity to your living space with our exclusive canvas print, "Joy & the Butterfly."
This enchanting artwork captures a heartwarming scene of a child's innocent delight as she encounters a delicate butterfly. Perfect for any room, this print adds a vibrant splash of color and a sense of wonder with its vivid depiction of youthful joy and the gentle grace of nature. Ideal for those who appreciate the beauty of life's simple moments, this piece makes a wonderful gift or a charming addition to your own decor. Elevate your home with this beautiful canvas print that celebrates the joyful spirit of childhood and the natural world.
