Summaries of books about Success & Motivation:
Triggers
Creating Behavior That Lasts--Becoming the Person You Want to Be
Marshall Goldsmith|Mark Reiter
The book explores how environmental and psychological triggers can derail personal progress and offers strategies for identifying and overcoming these obstacles to effect lasting behavioral change. It provides actionable advice for readers to become more self-aware, take control of their responses, and ultimately become the individuals they aspire to be.
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Finish
Give Yourself the Gift of Done
Jon Acuff
The book provides practical advice on overcoming perfectionism and completing goals by setting more realistic expectations and breaking tasks into manageable pieces. It emphasizes the importance of progress over perfection and offers strategies to stay motivated and avoid common pitfalls that lead to unfinished projects.
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Brain Rules
12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School
John Medina
The book presents twelve insights into how the human brain functions, offering practical advice on how to apply this knowledge to enhance learning, memory, and productivity in various aspects of life. It covers topics such as the importance of exercise, sleep, stress management, and the intricacies of how we process information and make decisions.
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Just F*cking Do It
Stop Playing Small. Transform Your Life.
Noor Hibbert
The book is a self-help guide that encourages readers to overcome self-doubt and procrastination by adopting a more proactive and positive mindset. It provides practical strategies and motivational advice to help individuals achieve their personal and professional goals by taking decisive action.
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The Champion's Mind
How Great Athletes Think, Train, and Thrive
James A. Afremow
The book provides insights into the mental preparation and psychological strategies used by elite athletes to perform at their best under pressure. It offers practical advice and exercises to help readers develop a champion's mindset, enhance focus, build confidence, and overcome obstacles in both sports and life.
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A Woman Makes a Plan
Advice for a Lifetime of Adventure, Beauty, and Success
Maye Musk
The book offers practical advice and personal anecdotes from the life of a successful model and registered dietitian, covering topics such as career resilience, self-reliance, and the importance of embracing change. It provides insights into overcoming hardships, making bold decisions, and maintaining beauty and confidence at any age.
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The Promise of a Pencil
How an Ordinary Person Can Create Extraordinary Change
Adam Braun
The book chronicles the journey of the author from a young man seeking purpose to the founder of Pencils of Promise, a successful global nonprofit organization that builds schools and expands educational opportunities in the developing world. It shares the lessons learned and the 30 "Mantras" that guided his transformation and the creation of a movement that combines the power of passion with the rigor of measured impact.
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Dollars Flow To Me Easily
Richard Dotts
The book explores the concept of attracting wealth through a shift in mindset and energy, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's thoughts and feelings with the natural flow of abundance. It provides practical techniques and affirmations to help readers release resistance to prosperity and cultivate a state of receptivity to financial opportunities.
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Unleash Your Inner Money Babe
Uplevel Your Money Mindset and Manifest $1,000 In 21 Days
Kathrin Zenkina
The book is a self-help guide that provides readers with a 21-day challenge designed to shift their money mindset and manifest financial abundance, specifically aiming to attract an additional $1,000. It includes practical exercises, affirmations, and personal anecdotes to help readers break through their financial blocks and cultivate a wealth-conscious mentality.
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#MAXOUT Your Life
Ed Mylett
The book provides strategies for achieving peak performance in life by mastering one's mindset, developing self-confidence, and setting clear goals. It offers practical advice and motivational techniques to help readers push past their limits and create a fulfilling, successful life.
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