Self-help (MLBD)

"The noted psychotherapist and philosopher uses concise, topical chapters to provide concrete steps to developing internal willpower during periods of deep stress, drawing upon insights from classical mythology and wisdom teachings, psychological traditions, patient case students, and human potential exercises"--

Sometimes it takes eight years to commission in the military. Other times it takes six years to admit you were wrong. And then it might take nine years to find your fit at the CIA. These are the definitive stories of the author's life, and these are the types of stories found in this book. The accounts, which span the globe from Baghdad to Afghanistan and from the headquarters of the CIA to the cockpit of an F-16, tell seven inspiring and motivational stories to give readers the drive to keep going in the toughest of times--what the author calls getting after it. Some stories might make you cry, while others may leave you wondering Did that really happen? Each tale contains multiple, concrete, and applicable lessons, enabling the reader to put their newly found inspiration to practical and applicable use in their own lives.This book tells the stories of: -An eight-year quest to achieve a lifelong goal-How confidence and self-belief can change everything-Why real life, not a test, determines how successful you are-How correctly channeling negative energy can yield incredibly positive results-Trusting your instincts and pursuing your passion despite the roadblocks

"Patience is the ornament of the brave," Eknath Easwaran’s wise grandmother used to say. In all relationships, Easwaran says, patience is the mark of love. An experienced spiritual teacher, he gives powerful insights and advice for developing patience at home and at work, with his unique blend of humor and practicality. Stories offer quiet interludes throughout this little book. Anecdotes about animals, sports stars, and happy family outings make these short, varied readings as entertaining as they are instructive. Gentle reminiscences of India, tales from Easwaran’s Hindu heritage, and inspiration from the world’s saints lift the reader’s spirits and give courage. Just keep trying, Easwaran says, and you’ll find there’s no end to your patience -- no end to the wisdom, love, and compassion in your heart. This book makes a thoughtful gift for anyone seeking a life that is kinder, more stable, and serene.

The 20th anniversary edition of Now, Discover Your Strengths comes with an access code to the Clifton StrengthsFinder 2.0 assessment. This updated assessment includes reports and resources that go far beyond the standardized reports of the older assessment by providing you with personalized insight statements unique to your specific combination of strengths. The original publication of Now, Discover Your Strengths in 2001 launched a worldwide strengths revolution. To date, more than 20 million people have discovered their strengths, and tens of thousands more are discovering theirs every week. Gallup Press has published numerous strengths-based books, and Gallup Strengths Center has become a worldwide destination for strengths-based development. Since the book's release, Gallup has continued to dedicate countless hours to developing our strengths science, the brainchild of the late Dr. Donald O. Clifton, who was named Father of Strengths-Based Psychology by the American Psychological Association. Part of that investment resulted in Clifton StrengthsFinder 2.0 -- a refined upgrade of the original assessment for discovering your strengths. To ensure that you have the best possible experience in discovering and developing your strengths, we have made Clifton StrengthsFinder 2.0 available to those who purchase the 20th anniversary edition of Now, Discover Your Strengths. The updated assessment includes new reports and resources, including the Strengths Insight and Action-Planning Guide. This guide goes far beyond the standardized reports of the older assessment by providing you with personalized insight statements unique to your specific combination of strengths. These highly customized Strengths Insights are an in-depth analysis of your top five strengths. They describe who you are in astonishing detail and provide you with a comprehensive understanding of yourself, your strengths and what makes you stand out. These updated resources, in combination with the 20th anniversary edition of Now, Discover Your Strengths, give you the best opportunity to soar with your strengths -- at work and in your life.

Do you have what it takes to succeed?Do you have the inner strength of character to overcome any obstacle?Do you have clarity of vision that will see you achieve your goals?The answer to these questions is already 'yes' because we each have what it takes to succeed inside us; maybe we don't know where to find it yet. A Journey of Riches: Develop Your Inner Strength is a compilation of stories and strategies from 11 successful authors from around the world. With rich stories from spiritual healers, life coaches, entrepreneurs, network marketing professionals, and many more. This short anthology of life experiences can help you clear your hurdles, and to help you discover your inner strength. Even if you have tried and failed at something, perhaps multiple times, also if others have told you that something is impossible and even if you have been ridiculed and told that you will never succeed, you already know you have the strength. All that remains is to cultivate it. The latest book in this series, A JOURNEY OF RICHES: Develop Your Inner Strength. 11 Insights to Inspire You!, The various authors look into how we can beat the odds, with chapters that examine: *How to recognize that we are limitless*Making the decision to take action*Increasing your resilience*Learning to continue against all the odds*Using your intuition*Developing strength through hardship*How to ignite a fighting spiritAnd more...Every story is peppered with encouraging quotations from some of the most prominent thinkers and successful people in the world has produced. Whatever your dream is, wherever you want it to lead to, it takes inner strength and perseverance to attain it. High Praise for A Journey of Riches series: "If you're looking for an inspiring read to get you through any change, this is it!! This book is filled with many gripping perspectives, from a collection of successful international authors with a tonne of wisdom to share." ñ Theera Phetmalaigul, Entrepreneur/Investor. "A must-read for anyone facing significant changes or challenges in life right now. This book will give you the courage to move through any challenge with confidence, grace and ease." ñ Jo-Anne Irwin, Transformational Coach & Bestselling Author. "A timely read as I'm facing a few changes right now. I liked the various insights from the different authors. This book will inspire you to move through any challenge that you are experiencing." ñ David Ostrand, Business Owner. Contributing Authors in this volume: John Spender, Alexandra Cousins, Mohammed Hisham Khairul Nasir, Andre Messina, Zeina Yazbek, Eric Tan, Richard Ayling, George Kaponay, Melanie Tan, Dean K Walsh, and Susanne Zavelle A Journey of Riches: Develop your Inner Strength is the twentieth book in the Journey of Riches series, a collection of poignant insights by successful authors. We all need a little motivation to help us continue through these trying times! Give yourself the gift of learning and reading. Scroll up and click the button to get started on developing your inner strength even more!