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Russell Crowe is more attractive than Stone Philips. I agree heartily, I'm kinda obbsesed with Russell Crowe so Be willing to piss people off. I won't want to piss him off, although I would kill to meet him, hug him or kidnap him if given the opportunity. Favorite quote out of the book: You have to stop your problems by stopping them. Sep 18, John rated it really liked it Shelves: A short parody of self-help books.
Some of his comments border on insightful, but still basically a 66 page joke. It's a well told joke, and doesn't require an inordinate amount of time, so 4 stars. Apr 12, Tanja rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: The best self-help book ever. Mar 04, James rated it liked it Shelves: Written in the form of a kind of motivational slap in the face, I found this very interesting.
For me, I think it's very helpful, encouraging questions be asked of: Otherwise I'd recommend this to anyone. Jan 01, AnnaM rated it it was amazing. This book was hilarious and I found some pearls of wisedom that I think will actually help me. Every time I reach for a cookie, in my head I hear, "Stop it! Jul 12, Justine Monikue rated it really liked it. I spotted two or three typos, but I did find the book very helpful, and highly recommend it.
Sep 13, Kara rated it really liked it Shelves: If you take it for the Humor book it is, it's pretty funny. He DOES raise some good points about resolving problems. Antony rated it liked it Nov 20, Butch rated it it was amazing Aug 06, Ricardo Palacio rated it it was ok Jul 24, Randy rated it liked it Oct 19, Dec 31, Dr. Sep 16, Eric rated it liked it.
Robbins states the reason people struggle with change is they are not aware of the behaviors and reasons behind bad habits. Removing the limiting thought patterns that keep one stuck in their current position allows one to unlock seemingly endless possibilities for achievement. Robbins conveys this information through easy to understand prose, which makes Awaken the Giant Within a wonderful read. Awaken the Giant Within: An interesting fact about The 48 Laws of Power is it is one of the most requested books among American prisoners.
It is also a favorite of world leaders like Fidel Castro and hip-hop superstars such as 50 Cent. Greene presents these laws with actionable steps for the average reader to incorporate into their approach to life. The book covers areas such as negotiations, how to get people to do what you want, and how to maintain the ideal relationship with superiors in the workplace. The 48 Laws of Power is a staple for anyone looking to rise to the top of their career. The 48 Laws of Power.
As A Man Thinketh is a self-help book revolving around the theory of responsibility assumption. Responsibility assumption states that humans have complete and total control of the external events that happen to them.
The basic theory is man shapes his world, and therefore himself, by his thoughts. While originally published with Christians in mind, this book has evolved in the modern era as a self-help book that transcends all faiths. As a Man Thinketh. Taleb breaks down the various ways humans assign meaning to a series of independent random events. Taleb opens with 2 basic fallacies of our perception of randomness. The first is that we tend to over-estimate cause and effect.
Our brains are wired to make connections between events to formulate a reaction. The second fallacy is we view the world as explainable when in reality there is no explanation for the succession of independent and random events that make up reality. Brown extrapolates this theory on vulnerability throughout her book. The book begins with a discussion on how humans by nature do not put themselves in vulnerable situations since our reptilian brain relies on this risk assessment to stay safe. The reality is most risks that pop up in our daily lives are not life or death, and our reptilian brain limits us by keeping us away from feeling vulnerable.
Daring Greatly helps readers free themselves from the prison of vulnerability, and to see being vulnerable as a desirable emotional state.
Editorial Reviews. From the Back Cover. I will absolutely transform your life with this book. The Anti-Self-Help Guide - Kindle edition by Dr. Matt. Download it. With advice like this, Just Stop Having Problems, Stupid! brilliantly satirizes self- help books in the wise and weird voice of "Dr. Matt", the self-proclaimed "most.
The authors also give a 4-quadrant chart to organize daily tasks. The four categories are:. Readers put every task through this classification in order to figure out the most efficient schedule for their weekly planners. This book is all about self-hate, and how self-hate is a main factor in stopping us from achieving our goals. Huber starts with defining self-hate.
She discusses the different ways self-hate manifests itself and how this negative self-image keeps us from having the confidence necessary for success. The book also discusses the role self-hate plays in addiction and other harming behaviors. Huber provides a strategy based on daily meditation to foster a feeling of unconditional love towards oneself.
She teaches readers how to embrace their flaws as well as the flaws in others. Once we accept that we are our own worst critic, we are free to pursue our full potential. There Is Nothing Wrong with You: Codependent No More has helped millions of people break free of the prison of codependent relationships. Battie defines codependence as relying on relationships with others for our own self-worth and happiness.
Her book is a guide in working through the reasons for this codependence and helps the reader foster internal happiness. Codependent No More made its mark as the first book on codependence written for the average reader. This brought the codependent relationship to the forefront of communicative theory.
Battie shows how those who try to help an addict or someone who is depressed can provide the breeding ground for an unhealthy codependent relationship. She provides readers with strategies on how to help others emotionally without becoming an external source of their happiness. A Return to Love was one of the first books ever endorsed by Oprah and has sold over 3 million copies worldwide. It has been credited as one of the main driving forces for bringing the concept of spiritual well-being to the American mainstream.
It has been an essential tool in helping millions unlock a spiritual path to happiness for over 20 years. A Return to Love: The Brain That Changes Itself is a personal development book on the topic of neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity is the idea that the wiring of the brain that controls our habits and thought patterns are constantly changing. The book uses case studies of people with brain injuries to illustrate how other areas of the brain adapt to compensate for the injured area.
This research supports the biological level of neuroplasticity. He highlights how repeating an action or skill over a long period of time actually re-wires the neurons in the brain. The Brain That Changes Itself: Starting Strength is widely regarded as one of the best barbell-training guides on the market. This 3rd edition is updated with new testimonials and expanded exercises to maximize results. This book is a great read for those looking to build muscle. Most people see weight training in the gym in front of others as intimidating.
The book contains illustrations for each exercise so readers can see how each exercise is performed. Basic Barbell Training, 3rd edition. The Success principles is a culmination of the tips, tricks, and skills Jack Canfield has developed over 30 years as a best-selling author and motivational speaker. Canfield carries the feel-good tone of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series into this self-help classic. Throughout the book Canfield provides stories of famous celebrities and significant people from history who have used these principles to achieve greatness.
With daily practice these principles of success can fast track anyone to realizing their goals. Murphy teaches his readers how the subconscious is the key to many aspects of life, including:. Murphy uses scientific research to back his claims regarding the power of the subconscious.
Sep 16, Eric rated it liked it. Basic Barbell Training, 3rd edition. This holistic collection of positive-thought strategies has the potential to turn even the worst pessimist into an optimist. The Road Less Traveled: How to Stop Worrying and Start Living has stood the test of time as one of the most popular self-help books on the market over 60 years after its first publication. Power is not acquired through gathering wealth, resources, or romance. Matt", the self-proclaimed "most famous fake doctor of our time".
The Power of Your Subconscious Mind. The Science of Getting Rich helped define the self-help genre with its publication in The first page paraphrases the Hindu philosophy of Oneness, which ties into all of the ideas portrayed throughout the book. Wattles theorizes that the most efficient way to get rich is through cooperative creation instead of selfish competition.
The Science of Getting Rich is a superb read for those who want a self-help book whose advice has stood the test of time. The Science of Getting Rich. Unlimited power is another self-help masterpiece from motivational speaker Tony Robbins. The main message is that humans are born with all the power they need to achieve their dreams. Power is not acquired through gathering wealth, resources, or romance. Moore combines research from renowned Psychologists, such as Carl Jung, with spiritual truths to provide a guide designed to nurture the soul.
Moore highlights how the archetypes that pop up in ancient myths are mirrors of the human psyche, and that we all can embody any of those characteristics with proper nourishment of the soul. Care of the Soul: Kushner gives his readers timeless strategies for developing a solid foundation for handling grief. This reversal causes the stress and anxiety that come with procrastination. Koch provides his readers with a guideline for devouring these principles and apply them to all aspects of their lives.
The Secret to Achieving More with Less. He is known as the forefather of popular techniques such as creative visualization, which has helped countless athletes achieve and maintain peak levels of performance. Maltz shares these same techniques with his readers to help them turn their abstract dreams into concrete and achievable goals.
This book from former professional Baseball player Frank Bettger contains everything one needs to know to become a successful salesperson. The first and most important point the book makes is that selling is not just selling a product. We sell our ideas, our desires, and ourselves every day. Bettger teaches proven techniques to increase happiness by increasing sales skills. Bettger covers several topics such as; how to create and maintain enthusiasm, how to be confident in every sales conversation, and how to turn a no into a sale.
He outlines several core sales principles, such as:.
Unfortunately, the village mob, two murderous trolls, and a psychotic wizard with low self-esteem stand in their way. More about this book…. When King Herbert Shrub hears of the incident in Furrybottom, he is convinced by his advisors to declare a full-scale war against dragons. When Charlie is captured, Carlee sets out to rescue him from the clutches of the kingdom and the politics of war. On the day Carlee had her ninth birthday, there was no celebration. No one brought her a birthday cake or sang her a song. She was a slave of the terrible Master Wallum. But all of that would change, on the day when a dragon emerged from the forest.
Carlee and Charlie are finding it hard to get along, which is not making for a great day for Carlee.