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Human: Expansive Edition (paperback, signed)

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For all “self-helpers” and self-healers looking to go deeper into your own transformation journey, this book is not a self-improvement project, but a reorientation of your being.

In this Expansive Edition, Vanessa Ferlaino revisits core themes of her award-winning book, “human”. With ripened wisdom and raw vulnerability, she challenges her own intentions, shares new revelations, and dives deeper into the vague experiences touched on in her original work – and why she was unable to speak about them before. This edition features opening words by acclaimed mindfulness teacher, Hiro Demichelis; a foreword by Chip Skowron, paving the way for returning citizens post-incarceration; a new introduction; the full first edition; and a hearty, all-encompassing reflection by the author.

“In exploring the depths of my inner world, I discovered something profound. Deep within us, lies the world. I wrote this book to invite us all onto this journey of inner and outer transformation.” — Vanessa Ferlaino

Vanessa is a two-time award-winning author, host of The Human Challenge, and founder of The Being Human Foundation. As a Certified 200-hr Mindfulness Teacher - Professional Level (CMT-P), she specializes in trauma-informed offerings and social justice. She holds numerous board positions and offers free mentorship to returning citizens with a history of incarceration. Vanessa is humbled by the recognition from national and international news outlets, including CTV, CityNews, and more.

Publisher: Vienna Studios

Book dimensions: 5” x 8”

Shipping dimensions: 9" H x 6" W x 1" L

ISBN: 978-1-7388622-2-1

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For all “self-helpers” and self-healers looking to go deeper into your own transformation journey, this book is not a self-improvement project, but a reorientation of your being.

In this Expansive Edition, Vanessa Ferlaino revisits core themes of her award-winning book, “human”. With ripened wisdom and raw vulnerability, she challenges her own intentions, shares new revelations, and dives deeper into the vague experiences touched on in her original work – and why she was unable to speak about them before. This edition features opening words by acclaimed mindfulness teacher, Hiro Demichelis; a foreword by Chip Skowron, paving the way for returning citizens post-incarceration; a new introduction; the full first edition; and a hearty, all-encompassing reflection by the author.

“In exploring the depths of my inner world, I discovered something profound. Deep within us, lies the world. I wrote this book to invite us all onto this journey of inner and outer transformation.” — Vanessa Ferlaino

Vanessa is a two-time award-winning author, host of The Human Challenge, and founder of The Being Human Foundation. As a Certified 200-hr Mindfulness Teacher - Professional Level (CMT-P), she specializes in trauma-informed offerings and social justice. She holds numerous board positions and offers free mentorship to returning citizens with a history of incarceration. Vanessa is humbled by the recognition from national and international news outlets, including CTV, CityNews, and more.

Publisher: Vienna Studios

Book dimensions: 5” x 8”

Shipping dimensions: 9" H x 6" W x 1" L

ISBN: 978-1-7388622-2-1

For all “self-helpers” and self-healers looking to go deeper into your own transformation journey, this book is not a self-improvement project, but a reorientation of your being.

In this Expansive Edition, Vanessa Ferlaino revisits core themes of her award-winning book, “human”. With ripened wisdom and raw vulnerability, she challenges her own intentions, shares new revelations, and dives deeper into the vague experiences touched on in her original work – and why she was unable to speak about them before. This edition features opening words by acclaimed mindfulness teacher, Hiro Demichelis; a foreword by Chip Skowron, paving the way for returning citizens post-incarceration; a new introduction; the full first edition; and a hearty, all-encompassing reflection by the author.

“In exploring the depths of my inner world, I discovered something profound. Deep within us, lies the world. I wrote this book to invite us all onto this journey of inner and outer transformation.” — Vanessa Ferlaino

Vanessa is a two-time award-winning author, host of The Human Challenge, and founder of The Being Human Foundation. As a Certified 200-hr Mindfulness Teacher - Professional Level (CMT-P), she specializes in trauma-informed offerings and social justice. She holds numerous board positions and offers free mentorship to returning citizens with a history of incarceration. Vanessa is humbled by the recognition from national and international news outlets, including CTV, CityNews, and more.

Publisher: Vienna Studios

Book dimensions: 5” x 8”

Shipping dimensions: 9" H x 6" W x 1" L

ISBN: 978-1-7388622-2-1

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