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I love reading books and with my summer vacation just around the corner, the rhythm with which I am buying and downloading them on my ipad, has increased, lets just say, by A LOT. |  |
Reading a self development book is the most enjoyable way to soak up some positive energy and keep yourself motivated.
So, today I am going to share with you a little bit of that magic by posting here my favorite excerpts, from one of the latest books I bought and hungrily consumed: "Simply Brilliant" written by the founder of Coach University, Thomas J. Leonard.
The book has been around for quite a while, it was published back in 1999 and it basically is a brilliant collection of more than 1.800 small chunks of wisdom, from America's top personal and business Coaches.
I found the book more than just inspiring and probably that's why it looks like it has been through a meat grader, with sticky notes, highlighted paragraphs, underlined quotes and bold exclamation points, from cover to cover.
The book has been around for quite a while, it was published back in 1999 and it basically is a brilliant collection of more than 1.800 small chunks of wisdom, from America's top personal and business Coaches.
I found the book more than just inspiring and probably that's why it looks like it has been through a meat grader, with sticky notes, highlighted paragraphs, underlined quotes and bold exclamation points, from cover to cover.
Books are a uniquely portable magic. Stephen King[tweet this]
The following quotes got me thinking and I have since used them to develop, change and appreciate different aspects of my life. Hopefully they will do the same for you:
I Have Learned...
I keep this book on my night stand and those small peals of wisdom help me gain a new perspective over things I often struggle with and keep me motivated whenever I need it the most.
In fact most personal development books do just that. So, this summer, I encourage you to find a book that will inspire and empower you to keep going after your dreams, a book that will help you grow and further develop your life vision, a book that will become your mentor and advisor.
- … that anger is hurt turned outward.
- … that the greatest power is the power of choice.
- … that even if I choose not to decide I have still made a choice.
- … that all emotional pain stems from resistance and a sense of what “should” be.
- … that the best ideas come to me when I’m engaged in an activity I love.
- … that courage only shows up in the presence, not in the absence, of fear.
- … that being surrounded with people who bring joy is a form of extreme self care.
- … that people who are truly happy have stopped trying to figure it all out.
- … that people are ready to love us more than we generally allow them to.
- … to trust my instincts — they are usually right.
- … that when I am at my most vulnerable, I am most ready to grow.
- … that our body screams the pain to which we don’t give voice
- … that I can learn and grow from everyone I meet.
- … that most problems are created out of boredom.
- … that when I stop searching for something it really does show up.
- … that most regrets come from the things I DIDN’T do.
- … that obstacles are visible only when I take my eyes off the goal.
- … that people change when they want to change and not one moment sooner.
- … that money is a lousy way of keeping score.
- … that the main way to express love is to show attention.
- … that action is the antidote to fear and depression.
- … that today’s risk is tomorrow’s piece of cake.
I keep this book on my night stand and those small peals of wisdom help me gain a new perspective over things I often struggle with and keep me motivated whenever I need it the most.
In fact most personal development books do just that. So, this summer, I encourage you to find a book that will inspire and empower you to keep going after your dreams, a book that will help you grow and further develop your life vision, a book that will become your mentor and advisor.
Do you have a great book in mind, that had a tremendous impact on your life?
Share it with us here!
Remember, if you have a question you’d like me to personally answer,
email me at nichole@take-ten.com
Thank you for Sharing the Love.
email me at nichole@take-ten.com
Thank you for Sharing the Love.
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About Me
Hi, I'm Nichole, and I am a Life Change Architect and a Motivational Speaker, Coaching, Writing and Running Workshops about Personal Growth and Positive Change.
Connect with me on Facebook or email me at nichole@take-ten.com
Hi, I'm Nichole, and I am a Life Change Architect and a Motivational Speaker, Coaching, Writing and Running Workshops about Personal Growth and Positive Change.
Connect with me on Facebook or email me at nichole@take-ten.com
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