

The beautiful mare and the boy who gave thanks


MARC COHEN
Author
KIA MADDOCK
Illustrator

Praise for ‘The Beautiful Mare’
This is the children’s book I’ve been longing for.
A meaningful story infused with deep wisdom
and beautiful illustrations, which teaches the
power of gratitude and the universal truth of
impermanence. I’ll be recommending this book
to every parent I know.
Dr Elise BialylewFounder of Mindful in May Author of ‘The Happiness Plan’
This ancient parable is beautifully illustrated
and delightfully retold for a new generation
of children. They will love its simple message of
the power we have to choose our attitude to life.
‘The Beautiful Mare’ will become a treasured
favourite of every child.
Petrea KingCEO Quest for Life Foundation Author of ‘Your Life Matters’
How exquisite!!! Gorgeous message and illustrations! A book that every child (and adult) should have, share and aspire to live by. What a gift!
Dr Lydia IevlevaClinical psychologist, and author of “Imagine: Using Mental Imagery to Reach Your Full Potential
As a parenting author, ‘The Beautiful Mare’ wonderfully illustrates the invaluable lesson of parents’ encouraging children’s individuality and passions, whilst they learn to embrace, love and trust the flow of life. I LOVE this book, may it touch the hearts of children and parents everywhere.
Lou Harvey-ZahraRudolf Steiner teacher and best-selling author of ‘Happy Child, Happy Home
This ancient story proves that real wisdom never ages. Marc Cohen presents a lesson from which we can all learn; and with the beautiful illustrations by Kia Maddock, this book will make story time both entertaining and educational for parents and their children.
Dr Tim Sharpaka Dr Happy best-selling author of ‘100 Ways to Happy Children: a guide for busy parents
Professor Marc Cohen, my dear friend, illustrates so beautifully the essence and power of being grateful and how perfectly aligned the universe is when we dare to dance in life’s moments and find gratitude and joy in doing so.
Therese KerrInternational Public Speaker and Wellness Ambassador
This is really a beautiful book with wonderful illustrations, which gives many insights and messages about life in a creative and heart-warming way.
Dr Mira ShivaFounder, People's Health Movement
The story, the depth, the narration, the illustrations … took my breath away . . . such a joy to read. ‘The Beautiful Mare’ is a simple story with a meaningful message for life. The author is an academic with expertise in wellness and this charming tale helps young children understand how to live in the moment and be happy and well. The illustrations blend perfectly with the story and style of writing. A must read for children and parents alike!
Shirley Telles MBBS, PhD (Neurophysiology)Director, Patanjali Research Foundation
A beautiful tale, more important than ever at this time. I love it!” “I think the most difficult task in life is to not judge an experience, person or occurrence as either good or bad. Yet, it is the key to finding joy, by accepting life as it is, and giving thanks. This book illustrates this in a most simple, beautiful and powerful way. Thank you Marc and Kia for sharing this.
Anna BurstamVice President of Spas and Wellness, Six Senses Hotels
I’ve always admired and deeply respected Marc. He is one of the world’s leading experts on wellness, integrated medicine and the pursuit of happiness and with ‘The Beautiful Mare’ he shares another valuable contribution. With this book and its fabulous dedicated artwork, we've been gifted an important parable on the vital importance of gratitude and how we can find joy in any situation.
Ingo SchwederFounder and Managing Director of Horwath HTL Health & Wellness and CEO and founder of GOCO Hospitality