The Art of Self-Improvement
The Art of Self-Improvement

Author: Anna Katharina Schaffner

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2021-09-14

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 0300262396

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A brilliant distillation of the key ideas behind successful self-improvement practices throughout history, showing us how they remain relevant today Self-help today is a multi-billion-dollar global industry, one often seen as a by-product of neoliberalism and capitalism. Far from being a recent phenomenon, however, the practice of self-improvement has a long and rich history, extending all the way back to ancient China. For millennia, philosophers, sages, and theologians have reflected on the good life and devised strategies on how to achieve it. Focusing on ten core ideas of self-improvement that run through the world’s advice literature, Anna Katharina Schaffner reveals the ways they have evolved across cultures and historical eras, and why they continue to resonate with us today. Reminding us that there is much to learn from looking at time-honed models, Schaffner also examines the ways that self-improvement practices provide powerful barometers of the values, anxieties, and aspirations that preoccupy us at particular moments in time and expose basic assumptions about our purpose and nature.

Phantoms in the Brain
Phantoms in the Brain

Author: V. S. Ramachandran

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 1999-08-18

Total Pages: 353

ISBN-13: 0688172172

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Neuroscientist V.S. Ramachandran is internationally renowned for uncovering answers to the deep and quirky questions of human nature that few scientists have dared to address. His bold insights about the brain are matched only by the stunning simplicity of his experiments -- using such low-tech tools as cotton swabs, glasses of water and dime-store mirrors. In Phantoms in the Brain, Dr. Ramachandran recounts how his work with patients who have bizarre neurological disorders has shed new light on the deep architecture of the brain, and what these findings tell us about who we are, how we construct our body image, why we laugh or become depressed, why we may believe in God, how we make decisions, deceive ourselves and dream, perhaps even why we're so clever at philosophy, music and art. Some of his most notable cases: A woman paralyzed on the left side of her body who believes she is lifting a tray of drinks with both hands offers a unique opportunity to test Freud's theory of denial. A man who insists he is talking with God challenges us to ask: Could we be "wired" for religious experience? A woman who hallucinates cartoon characters illustrates how, in a sense, we are all hallucinating, all the time. Dr. Ramachandran's inspired medical detective work pushes the boundaries of medicine's last great frontier -- the human mind -- yielding new and provocative insights into the "big questions" about consciousness and the self.

The Self Help Addict
The Self Help Addict

Author: Daniel Gefen

Publisher: Evolve Global Publishing

Published: 2018-03-16

Total Pages: 231

ISBN-13: 1981930450

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Break free from the self-help cycle and join the world of successful leaders. IN THIS GAME CHANGING BOOK YOU WILL LEARN: - How self doubt, procrastination and indecision create a cycle of self-help addiction - Why people invest in self-help books, courses, events and come out still feeling unaccomplished - How you can make your fears your friend and achieve anything your heart desires - The importance of always taking responsibility for what happens in your life - How much abundance there is in this world and that there is enough money, love and happiness for everyone to have a lifetime supply - How to go from a consumer to a creator - The art of taking action, because without action nothing gets done - How to become accountable so you avoid putting things off - The power of decisiveness and how to avoid feeling overwhelmed - The secret to getting high and staying high (without drugs) - Why you have already won - How the real hero, that you have searched so long and hard for, is you.

Atomic Habits
Atomic Habits

Author: James Clear

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2018-10-16

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 0735211299

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The #1 New York Times bestseller. Over 20 million copies sold! Translated into 60+ languages! Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving--every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results. If you're having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn't you. The problem is your system. Bad habits repeat themselves again and again not because you don't want to change, but because you have the wrong system for change. You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. Here, you'll get a proven system that can take you to new heights. Clear is known for his ability to distill complex topics into simple behaviors that can be easily applied to daily life and work. Here, he draws on the most proven ideas from biology, psychology, and neuroscience to create an easy-to-understand guide for making good habits inevitable and bad habits impossible. Along the way, readers will be inspired and entertained with true stories from Olympic gold medalists, award-winning artists, business leaders, life-saving physicians, and star comedians who have used the science of small habits to master their craft and vault to the top of their field. Learn how to: make time for new habits (even when life gets crazy); overcome a lack of motivation and willpower; design your environment to make success easier; get back on track when you fall off course; ...and much more. Atomic Habits will reshape the way you think about progress and success, and give you the tools and strategies you need to transform your habits--whether you are a team looking to win a championship, an organization hoping to redefine an industry, or simply an individual who wishes to quit smoking, lose weight, reduce stress, or achieve any other goal.

Success Mastery
Success Mastery

Author: Nick Nanton

Publisher:

Published: 2017-07-06

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 9780998369075

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Enjoying a successful achievement is only the first stage in the desire to master success. The term Success Mastery conjures up the thought that an individual can enjoy a repeatable success at will - proving it was not an isolated incident, but predictably achieved. Accepting that premise of Success Mastery, how can YOU go about mastering success? Success Mastery can be achieved in numerous ways. Among the most logical approaches are: learning from personal experience or from others, from observation, or even from a needs-based mindset (necessity is the mother of invention). Whichever method we choose, it is a fundamental truism that learning from others who are successful will put us on a faster track to success than we can likely find on our own. This is where the authors in this book can help. On your search for Success Mastery, hear what Jack Canfield adds on the critical element of focus: Successful people maintain a positive focus in life no matter what is going on around them. They stay focused on their past successes rather than their past failures, and on the next action steps they need to take - to get them closer to the fulfillment of their goals - rather than on all the other distractions that life presents to them.

The Power of Positive Energy
The Power of Positive Energy

Author: Andrian Teodoro

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781537222790

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In this Christian book, The Power of Positive Energy: Powerful Thinking, Powerful Life, you will learn the strategies on how your mind can change into a positive-peaceful state. You will know the specific steps on how to make yourself happy, fulfilled, optimistic, calm, and peaceful every day.

Unleash your Power! Self improvement made easy
Unleash your Power! Self improvement made easy

Author: Mike Spencer

Publisher: David De Angelis

Published: 2016-08-01

Total Pages: 109

ISBN-13: 8822827228

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Table of Contents Disclaimer Be happy Build your self esteem a starter guide to self improvement Develop your intuition Dream your life Energy Healing: Pranic, Tantric, and Reiki Enjoy Your Life: Change Your Point of View Good use of relaxation Grow spiritually a guide to spiritual development Harnessing your attraction power How natural medicine can help you How to be genuinely happy Its time to start a Healthy life Enjoy life, we all deserve it Meditation techniques Do Yoda Proud: Meditation 101 Motivation the heart of self improvement Self Improvement and Success Start your own coaching: 7 days program Take decision: live your own life The basics of goal settings The power of relationships Work towards a win-win solution for both parties Unleash your creative thinking Unlock your self improvement power The Key to a Better Life What you should know on Leadership Why is it important to improve yourself Your 5 minute daily program to Stress management Your 7 days program to Positive thinking Your 7 days program to self improvement Your 7 days program to Stress management Life Mapping: A Vision of Success

The Power Within: Mastering Self-Improvement with Emile Coué
The Power Within: Mastering Self-Improvement with Emile Coué

Author: Emile Coué

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-07-20

Total Pages: 5

ISBN-13:

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The Power Within by Emile Coué offers a transformative approach to self-improvement and personal empowerment through optimistic autosuggestion and positive affirmations. By integrating Coué's principles into daily practice, readers can cultivate self-confidence, achieve goals, and enhance overall well-being. Embrace Coué's legacy and embark on a journey toward continuous improvement, where each day brings new opportunities for growth and success.

Unlock The Power Of Self-Development
Unlock The Power Of Self-Development

Author: Rachel Hall

Publisher: Rachel Hall

Published: 2019-07-08

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13:

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Turn your dreams into reality by creating a practical, actionable plan. Author Rachel Hall knows it’s challenging to make time for your dreams when everyday activities get in the way. Most people go through life without taking the chance to accomplish that one goal that means a lot to them. Without proper guidance, people often go through life, settling for the best that they can do. But you don’t need to put up with this. In this guide, Rachel uncovers a powerful action plan which will help you overcome negative behaviors, find motivation for living, and the goals you desire! With questions, activities, and projects to help you apply this advice to your life, you’ll be able to build a solid strategy to boost your happiness, improve your mental health, and find personal growth. Inside, you’ll discover: *How to Find the BEST System For You *Supercharging Your Productivity, Time Management, and More *Improving Your Mental Health and Overcoming Negative Thought Patterns *Finding Motivation in Life *The Power of Hobbies and Building Skills *And Much More! With a wealth of tips and practical, actionable advice, this book is your ticket to a happier and more fulfilling life. Unlock the Power of Self-Development is a powerful tool for inspiration, confidence, and personal development – so pick up your copy today! Buy now to discover how you can take control of your life and fulfill your dreams today!