For Patricia Curren, the summer of 1978 begins with a devastating discovery: an unfamiliar black pearl button in the bed she shares with her controlling husband, Jack. Seeking the courage to end her desolate marriage, Patricia spends a quiet summer alone on beautiful Kiawah Island. But when she meets Terry Sloan, a collegiate tennis player trying to go pro, their physical attraction sparks a slow burn toward obsession. Once Patricia and Terry share closely guarded secrets from their pasts, they want more than a summer together. But their love soon fractures, as a potential sponsor takes an unusually keen interest in Terry--both on court and off. And when single, career-driven Lynn Hewitt arrives, other secrets must surface, including the one Patricia has kept from Terry all summer. An intimate portrait of the folly of the human heart, Breaking and Holding explores buried truths that are startlingly unveiled. What's left in their wake has the power not only to shatter lives...but to redeem them.

Overcome the twelve habits holding you back and take your career to new heights with this wise and approachable guide from two business leadership experts. Ready to take the next step in your career . . . but not sure what's holding you back? Read on. Leadership expert Sally Helgesen and bestselling leadership coach Marshall Goldsmith have trained thousands of high achievers -- men and women -- to reach even greater heights. Again and again, they see that women face specific and different roadblocks from men as they advance in the workplace. In fact, the very habits that helped women early in their careers can hinder them as they move up. Simply put, what got you here won't get you there . . . and you might not even realize your blind spots until it's too late. Are you great with the details? To rise, you need to do less and delegate more. Are you a team player? To advance, you need to take credit as easily as you share it. Are you a star networker? Leaders know a network is no good unless you know how to use it. Sally and Marshall identify the twelve habits that hold women back as they seek to advance, showing them why what worked for them in the past might actually be sabotaging their future success. Building on Marshall's classic bestseller What Got You Here Won't Get You There, How Women Rise is essential reading for any woman who is ready to advance to the next level.

It is 1970. Strober has just been told by the chairman of Berkeley's economics department that she can never get tenure. Driving home afterward she realizes the truth: she is being denied a regular faculty position because she is a mother. Angry, she also finds her life's work: to study and fight sexism, in the workplace, in academia, and at home. Strober's memoir captures the spirit of a revolution lived fully, from her Brooklyn childhood to her Stanford seminar on women and work. Strober's interest in women and work began when she saw her mother's frustration at the limitations of her position as a secretary. Her consciousness of the unfairness of the usual distribution of household chores came when she unsuccessfully asked her husband for help with housework. Later, when a group of conservative white male professors sputtered at the idea of government-subsidized child care, Strober made the case for its economic benefits. In the 1970s, the term "sexual harassment" had not yet been coined. Occupational segregation, quantifying the value of work in the home, and the cost of discrimination were new ideas.

Beloved pastor Steve Poe helps Christians identify and break free from the destructive patterns that are keeping them from the joy-filled, flourishing life Jesus promised. We all have both good and bad habits in our life. Creatures of Habit reveals how to remove bad habits and replace them with godly ones. But it's not a matter of working hard, of "pulling ourselves up by our bootstraps." That approach simply doesn't work. True transformation is God's work--our job is to listen, obey, and put into practice what he's already directing us to do. Steve Poe has pastored large, growing churches for more than thirty-four years, and during that time he has counseled hundreds of people. He's seen that poor choices often become bad habits that in turn cause people a lot of problems. Hundreds of things can become a bad habit in our lives, but Poe focuses on the most common, among them: anger, lust, worry, cynicism, pride, self-centeredness, and greed. Each chapter provides insights, biblical examples, and tangible tools that will help you break the bad habits that can become spiritual strongholds in your life.

Flip Flippen is a personable Texan whose philosophy has changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people--from business leaders like Jack Welch and Mark McCormack (founder of IMG), to sports figures like Terry Bradshaw and NASCAR drivers, to the 150,000 people who trained with his company, The Flippen Group, in 2005. His approach is deceptively simple: What if, instead of focusing on the things you already do well, you knew how to honestly identify your weaknesses...those habitual behaviors that continually get in your way and prevent you from ever really succeeding in the way you know you could. It's these weaknesses, your "personal constraints," that are really holding you back from success. If you could correct these behaviors, you'd see a dramatic surge in productivity and a real improvement in all aspects of your life. That's the key to Flip Flippen's program: he teaches hundreds of thousands of people each year how to identify their personal obstacles and take the necessary steps to overcome them. The vast majority of Flip's trainees are in midlife. These are people who find themselves asking, "How can I accomplish more in my life, both personally and professionally?" and "How can I get better/go further/be happier in the time I have left?" His Personal Constraint Theory helps them zero in on their primary self-sabotaging behavior and actually turn it into their greatest asset.

Are you tired of letting self-doubt hold you back from the life you truly desire? Do you find yourself hesitating to pursue your dreams, fearing what others might think or worrying about failure? It's time to break free from the chains of uncertainty and step boldly into your true power! In How to Stop Holding Back and Embrace Life with Confidence, you will embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment. This book offers practical strategies and actionable steps to help you overcome the obstacles that have kept you from living your best life. Inside, you will learn to: Identify and Challenge Limiting Beliefs: Uncover the fears and negative thoughts that have been sabotaging your potential and replace them with empowering beliefs. Cultivate a Confident Mindset: Develop the mental tools to shift your perspective, embrace vulnerability, and build resilience in the face of challenges. Embrace Authenticity: Discover the power of being true to yourself and how authenticity can unlock opportunities and foster deeper connections. Take Bold Action: Implement practical techniques to help you step out of your comfort zone and take meaningful steps toward your goals. Foster a Supportive Environment: Surround yourself with uplifting influences that inspire and motivate you to keep pushing forward. Whether you're looking to advance your career, improve relationships, or pursue a passion, this book will empower you to silence the inner critic and ignite the fearless spirit within you. Join the countless individuals who have transformed their lives by embracing their greatness. It’s time to stop holding back—take the leap and start living with confidence today!

Success Unlocked: Breaking Free from Habits That Hold You Back (10 Habits to Break, 10 Goals to Make!) is a transformative journey through the habits that can either propel you toward success or hold you back. In this insightful book, you'll uncover the detrimental impact of habits like procrastination, negative self-talk, fear of failure, and perfectionism. Each chapter delves into a specific habit, revealing its insidious effects and providing actionable strategies for breaking free. Drawing inspiration from the stories of individuals who overcame adversity and transformed their lives, this book offers a roadmap to personal growth and success- enlightening you to discover that change is not only possible but the key to unlocking your true potential. With practical exercises and a focus on cultivating a positive mindset, “Success Unlocked” empowers you to embrace change, foster resilience, and redefine success on your terms. Embark on this journey of self-discovery, and let this book be your compass to a brighter, more fulfilling future. Success is not just about what you achieve; it's about who you become along the way.