This is a good roadmap for one who is willing to take responsibility ...
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I was a bit skeptical before reading this but changed my mind after reading.  The author provides a clear and concise path to follow but only after deciding whether or not you want to save the marriage.  She manages to address the serious nature of infidelity without judgement, recognizing the fact that people make mistakes often without thinking through the consequences.  This book offers an opportunity to really examine what those consequences are and a methodology for how to heal and rebuild the relationship.  There is an awful lot of information here; plenty of choices/options for a variety of personalities, not just a one size fits all approach.  This is a good roadmap for one who is willing to take responsibility for straying and who wants to rebuild their marriage.
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I'm still a novice but this book is what I needed to make steps, forward.
1891638
Mr. Koppel has done an excellent job laying out the gaps. It's up to us to decide how to fill them. Ultimately its up to the individual for the foreseeable future.
3308886
The author has reminded us about
being realistic when trying to reach our goals.
The incorporation of  baby steps into the process will allow for a more realistic expectation.
It is a difficult concept to re-learn
for those who have plunged from financial
security and the confident lifestyle they enjoyed
to the spartan lifestyle
that financial loss will place one into.
The mindset must correspond to the
new financial situation. Not one of meekness
but one of confident determination.
The author also addresses the importance of having
a healthy relationship with money and not being afraid
to openly raise any questions that one may have in
any given business. This is particularly true for women
who fear appearing ignorant about anything to do with finances. By not being
equipped to make wise decisions dire consequences will
inevitably ensue.
The author knows what she is talking about having been
in the field of banking herself and personally experienced
financial loss. Her focus on emphasizing at the outset that  one
maintain their  self  is imperative to getting back to one's
financial independence. Setbacks are not permanent.
This book is also suitable for those who wish to avoid the
hidden traps that one will eventually fall into if not well
informed at the outset. I highly recommend taking the time
to start the New Year right and reading the wise counsel that
the author is offering us.
2593672
It a good book to read, and it helps me see where I can change certain aspects of my business.
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This book is good primer on the main priorities of a pastor. After reading the book, I was able to evaluate where my strengths and weaknesses were. I was able to better discern priorities that were underdeveloped and needed attention. I don't recall a weak chapter in the whole book.

Brian also has a helpful pattern of looking at biblical norms and their practical entailment. In other words, he gives readers the "what" and the "how" of pastoral ministry.
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Failure Ain't Final is a good book for someone that is "seeking" to grow and reinforcement for others.  I appreciated the parallels the Mr. Anderson-Payne made to everyday events and/or activities.

Brian penned this book in a manner of explanation of many parts of the bible while relating them to everyday things at some points; personally I would have loved to see more of this.  As the reading proceeded, I came to realize that this book was acknowledgement of something that I believe, that the choices we make determine the paths our lives take.

I give this book 3.5 stars
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The plans are clear and easy to follow.  I may end up not making this, but I'm confident that it will be easy to do.
419699
I have needed the perspective that the second half of this book provides for as long as I've been able to read scriptures and understand them.
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Winston's plan helps people deal with a growing list of priorities and an inflexible time frame.  She does not address the glut of technology- related information that overwhelms people today or fundamental issues regarding directions and use of office and household technology.
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If you think in possibility, are curious as to your part in your own health and well-being, this is a good beginning primer.  As Joseph Campbell has said,  'You must become your own hero.'  Not for those who place all their trust in others, but for those who long to trust the intrinsic intelligence of our nervous system's potential to support our lives.
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I received this book as a gift and read it while on a business trip. It is a brief book, which is a strength. It can be read quickly while still providing a sense that you are getting just enough information to understand the key points of the book.

The purpose of A Better Life is to introduce readers to a process that leads to increased self-awareness and to an action plan for achieving one's goals. The author does this effectively through well written explanations of each step, followed by practical activities such as identifying core values, imagining a perfect day in your life, and identifying priorities.

This is a book that requires commitment from the reader. If you are willing to actually take action to discover your purpose, then this book is for you. It has several brief self-awareness activities that must/should be completed in order for the book to serve its purpose. I did several of the activities and it was a bit of a wake up call as it forced me to reflect on what I value and on what makes me happy- flying through turbulence while doing the activities also brings these topics into sharp focus.

This book was definitely a good read. Not too much and not too little, but just the right amount of information to get you on a path to a better life.
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I have already started to implement some of the suggestions here and have been getting good results. I think it's good for those who are at the end of their ropes.
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Chapter 1 gives solid reasons for why formal preparation for apologetic work is important.

The rest of the book gives a good summary of the steps necessary to accomplish such a goal,
with specific advice as to how and where to find the necessary materials.

The author is an apologist well known and widely respected in his homeland of India.

This book reminds me of a slogan I saw some time ago concerning athletic activities. It said:

"The will to win is not nearly as important as the will to prepare to win."
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The examples are real life, and can be identified by real people.
The author was open to share his approach before and after.
The guidelines can be adopted by  any leader .
One who is willing to look at himself and is desirous of change.
1095701
This book delivers a great perspective on redemption, endurance, and positive life pursuits.  I was taken by the way the author reflects humbly on his shortcomings, and provides a roadmap on how he decided to turn things around for himself.  The diet may not be for everyone, but it works for him.
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Mr. Trent's message isn't new, but I like the idea of basically 'baby steps' to get some change going.  He makes reference to some other leadership type books that I want to now read, like Guilani's "Leadership".  I like that he made it story like with examples... following Jesus' lead in getting points across :)  Definately worth the read, and easy reading too :)