Payam Zamani’s Post

I have countless people to thank for the launch of my book, but above all, I am deeply grateful to my family. My dear wife, Gouya, If it weren’t for your encouragement, I’d have never written this book. Your partnership in life, your love, your kind and spiritual heart, your entrepreneurial mind, and your dedication to the betterment of the world has allowed me to expect more from life. I love you very much. My dearest daughters, Sophia and Ella, you give me the courage, the energy, and the enthusiasm to push forward. I learn so much from you, every day. Ella, thank you for reading passages from the book aloud during the tour and helping me share my story with others. Your support means the world to me and I am so proud of the person you continue to become. Sophia, thank you for singing and adding your beautiful music to our celebrations. Your talent brings joy and inspiration to all of us. Thank you for supporting me in writing, publishing, and the book tour. We have made some amazing memories together along the way. #CrossingtheDesertBook #FamilyFirst #OurStoryIsOne #SpiritualCapitalism  #SpiritualEnterprise

I am deeply grateful to my incredible partner in writing “Crossing The Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys”, Mark Dagostino.  I feel truly fortunate to have met Mark about two years ago, who's now a dear friend. Mark, your support and guidance have been invaluable throughout the process of creating this book. Your insights, creativity, and dedication have made this journey not only possible but truly enriching. From brainstorming sessions to the final edits, your collaboration has been a cornerstone of this project. Thank you for believing in this vision and for your unwavering commitment to bringing it to life. This book would not have been possible without you, and I am truly grateful to have worked alongside you. #CrossingtheDesertBook #BestSeller #USAToday #OurStoryIsOne #SpiritualCapitalism  #SpiritualEnterprise

Exciting news for One Planet Group!

Thank you to everyone who has reviewed "Crossing the Desert" so far! Your feedback means the world to me. If you enjoyed reading and have not already done so, please leave a review on Amazon and GoodReads. I would truly appreciate it! Your support helps share this journey with even more people. https://lnkd.in/g_g4GmNZ https://lnkd.in/gPedqVAS #CrossingTheDesert #BestSeller #USAToday #SpiritualCapitalism #SpiritualEnterprise #OurStoryIsOne

“I believe I can, and therefore, I can.” This is the core belief, the particular optimism rooted deeply in the American Dream that sets this country apart from the rest of the world. It is this belief that allows people here to create and build and thrive in ways that they might not anywhere else, even when they’ve started with nothing. … the triumph of optimism swelled in my core. I let every bit of that feeling stitch the torn fabric of my heart and fill up the loss of leaving my country behind. I would have to wait two more years to become eligible to take the test and get sworn in as an American citizen. But on that day? The day I learned just how powerful optimism can be? That’s when I became an American. — The above is an excerpt from my book, Crossing the Desert. From a time when I knew I was ready to make my way forward in this country, purposefully. As we commemorate another Independence Day, I am reminded of the enduring ideals upon which this nation was founded. For me, this day holds a special resonance, not only as a celebration of freedom and independence but also as a reflection of the boundless potential that America represents. Throughout its history, America has stood as a beacon of hope and acceptance, offering sanctuary to the oppressed and disadvantaged from around the world. It is a privilege for any nation to have such an opportunity to shape the course of human history, and I believe that America’s spiritual destiny lies in leading the charge toward a more harmonious and just world. May this day be a joyful celebration of the resilience and spirit of the American people, and may we continue to strive toward a brighter future for all humanity. Happy Independence Day. https://lnkd.in/gURApezS #independenceday #4thofjuly #spiritualdestiny #crossingthedesert #spiritialcapitalism

All the stops for the book tour have been truly amazing. This one in DC, the last one until September was certainly no exception. 🙏🏻 https://lnkd.in/gaUAszWQ

I love this episode of SoulBoom with Rainn Wilson. I hope you’ll get to watch it. https://lnkd.in/gWZzRekf #crossingthedesert #spiritialcapitalism #spirituialenterprise #ourstoryisone

July 1, at Busboys & Poets in Washington DC! Hope to see you there!! RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/g6py-3h8 #crossingthedesert #spiritialcapitalism #spirituialenterprise #ourstoryisone

I can hardly believe it! I am incredibly thankful and honored to share that "Crossing the Desert" has made it to USA TODAY's best-seller list at #23. In a world where we all seek meaning, your support for this book reminds me of the powerful connections we create through sharing our stories. Thank you to my family, and my friends, my team, and all who have purchased the book for making this possible. I also want to acknowledge the Baha’is of Iran, and in fact all Iranians, particularly the youth, and even more so the women of Iran who continue to live in that country, for having endured so many decades of hardship and atrocities. Your resilience and your commitment to service, to Iran and the Iranian people, inspires me. And a heartfelt thank you to the United States and my fellow Americans. You welcomed me when the country where I was born rejected me. Your love and support of the downtrodden of the world is nothing but a spiritual destiny and a privilege bestowed upon you. You have given hope to the world, and may this country continue to be that shining city on the hill. It has been such an amazing experience to share this deeply personal and meaningful project with all of you. Your support has been instrumental in bringing this dream to fruition, and I am endlessly grateful. This milestone is not just mine, but ours. Together, let’s continue to spread the message of hope, resilience, and faith that lies at the heart of this book. With love, payam #CrossingTheDesertBook #BestSeller #USAToday #spiritialcapitalism #spiritualenterprise #ourstoryisone