"This is a very refreshing and enlightening book. It delivers you a very sincere message which boosts your bio-energy making you feel more confident and courageous. It is very obvious that the knowledge of the book comes from a first hand, insightful life experience. When I first read the book I felt so comfortable, I felt like talking to a close friend. The sincerity of the tone of the author eliminates the boundaries between you and the book and makes you feel like you are engaged in a talk which you can only have with your best friend."
– Hediye Demet Akan, Turksat A.S., E-Government, Corporate Communications, Istanbul, Turkey

“While reading each chapter in Parish’s book, I realized the intensity of her feelings. Parish makes you feel that she is writing to you personally. She wants to change the reader’s outlook and while doing so, she aligns herself with the reader. The result is a very sincere, intense work that needs to be read slowly and given careful thought. Her efforts are meant to forever change your outlook and improve your lifestyle leading to a happier you and a happier life. Parish seeks to leave the reader with a strong motivational drive meant to improve your lifestyle. I believe Parish has accomplished her goal.”
– Chief Editor, Arline Phillips, B.A., M.S., PD.

“Anyone who is holding The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend in his or her hand will get first hand advice from a true professional who has been educating people at all levels for quite some time. The journey Paula is willing to share with us is yet another sign of a devoted professional educator who can't and doesn't want to keep her secret too long. She must have felt an urge to write this book so that she can educate us even in this very personal subject.”
– Julie Salgo, Learning and Development Consultant

"Paula Klee Parish has taught me to strive to do whatever I believe in and stand strong as long as I do my homework, have a positive outlook, smile through the ups and downs, and success will be around the corner. Her teachings opened up a whole new world of knowledge for me. She taught me what it truly means to be a teacher. This past June, I was honored as Adult Educator of the year. Her book, The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend is yet another example of her ability to relate to the needs of others and coach them to achieve their own success. The skills that Paula taught me have changed my life. Thanks, Paula, for helping me to become the success I am today.”
– Crystal G., Hospital Administrator/Educator

"The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend helps one to reflect on one’s life. Each chapter makes one think about how one can change and truly learn to accept and be happy with one’s self. Many people will benefit from reading this self help guide."
– Debra Montaruli, Educator/Principal

"One only needs to sit with this wonderful, insightful woman for several minutes to realize the impact she will leave on your life. Her confidence and zest for life inspires you to dream bigger dreams and then accomplish them. You immediately sense that she is her own best friend, because she is confident, joyful and at peace with her life. Any insights that she can share with us on the inner soul and how to make it happier, is truly a gift; one that should be embraced.”
– Tracy J., Homemaker/Graphic Designer

"People, people who needs people?" This is a great line from a great Streisand song that best describes how Paula feels about her clients and the many folks whom she has helped to achieve a more rewarding career and a better life. Paula is an inspiration to all that know her!”
– Lou M., Restaurateur/Owner.

“Without question, I can state that I know Paula Klee Parish better then anyone else in the world. In all the time that I have known her, she has been consistent in her caring and concern for others, as well as her energetic approach to life and her drive to make things happen. In this, her first published manuscript, Paula has successfully combined her inspired approach to living with an easy to read and thought provoking “How to guide” to better communications, conflict resolution and self-help. In The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend, Paula demonstrates a thorough understanding of how people interact and why we often fail to do so effectively. Her examples are to the point and professionally written yet interlaced with sensitive insight and appropriate references. Paula has done a masterful job with this dynamic manuscript and we can only hope that this book is only the first of many more to follow.”
– Charles Klee, B.A., M.B.A., Materials Manager

“Paula is one of my closest friends. She has an intangible quality of distinctive pervasiveness. Each time we talk, I admire her ability to make me feel comfortable. Her positive insights and presence shadows any negative thought. Paula can teach you how to be "Your Own Best Friend."
– Christy R., B.S., M.S., Educator

“Kudos to Paula Klee Parish who delivers an insightful and sincere message to her readers in The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend. As Paula Klee Parish’s colleague, I have had the privilege of working side by side with her for many years. Paula has been on her own professional journey as a devoted and seasoned educator and dynamic lecturer. Now she has emerged as a passionate author sharing her expertise in the art of self–help. I would urge anyone who values understanding themselves to the fullest to read The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend and see how Ms. Klee Parish’s motivational words can inspire self change and happiness in their lives.”
– Andrea Weisman, B.A., M.S., Educator/Marketing Specialist

“I am a former student of Paula Klee Parish. The refreshing thing about listening to Paula lecture, or present the material she has written, is how well informed and prepared she is on the subject matter. Her book, The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend is a guide to a better life. Her thoughts are well worth reading.”
– Cesare Carlacci, Customer Service Manager

“Paula Klee-Parish is a friend, a mentor, and a wonderful teacher of wisdom. To know her is a privilege. Her enthusiasm for any subject is contagious! Reading The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend should be a daily ritual! Pass it on!”
– June Barile, Sales & Marketing Manager

“The first time I met Paula Klee Parish I knew that I was in the presence of a very special lady who truly has inspired me in my life. Her teachings made me aware of who I am. I already knew that I am a Father, Grandfather, Husband, Brother, Son, etc., however, she has a way of bringing out what is within you without you even knowing it. Her book, The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend is an example of her inspiring guidance.”
– Joseph B. Whitman, Facilities Manager

“Over the last several years, we have hired Paula to train our associates in various departments throughout the Hotel. Paula wanted to know our challenges and our strengths. She also wanted to know what our objectives were, on both a short-term and long-term basis. I always found it really fascinating how Paula was able to customize our training sessions and make everyone feel comfortable and part of the solution. Paula has the ability to emerge herself as a crucial part of our team focusing on our goals facilitating us toward the direction we were trying to move in.”
– Franklin D. Manchester, General Manager – The Inn At Fox Hollow

“Sit down. Stay a while. Ms. Klee Parish welcomes you to open up your mind and think, reflect and grow. In conversation, her ability to entice emotions from you is truly a gift. This book is a testament to how Paula lives her life, and I thank her for sharing her gift with the rest of us.”
– Kristine M.L.S., Program Coordinator

“I have worked with Paula for over 5 years. Her amazing energy as a writer, corporate trainer, curriculum developer, and coach constantly impresses! I’ve watched her work with all types of people and circumstances and am amazed at how rapidly she assesses what issues are there and facilitates people to their own solutions. She passionately strives to help others gain insights into themselves and motivates them to work towards perso