Great self-help summary
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I must say that I really enjoyed this book.  I have read a few of Don Ruiz's books and this book did a nice job of summarizing the important points.  My favorite book of Don Ruiz is the Four Agreements.  There is some very profound information in that book and this summary hits on all the key points.  As a self-help book, I will say that it did get quite a bit from reading this.  Although I have read the actual books, this summary is a fantastic addition to my collection and will be a reference point for me when I want to return to the self-help topics contained in Don Miguel Ruiz's book.
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This has been one of the best self-help books I have read in a long time. I enjoyed it so much I have given copies to several of my friends. The principles I have tried really have worked in my relationship with family, friends, and my boss!  Lynda
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Where to start with self-help is a great addition to the personal development field. The author is clearly an authority on the subject and has provided readers with a great resource of self-help material to tackle many of the problems people struggle with.

The most useful areas this book covers range from a number of topics:

 What is Self-Help?
 Learning to Accept Responsibility
 Going With the Flow
 Stop Blaming People
 Forgiving Yourself
 Relaxation and Meditation
 How to Stop Worrying
 The Illusion of Perfectionism
 Don't be Judgmental
 Keeping Your Focus
 Decluttering
 AND, removing yourself from negativity.
Eloise Jameson has taken the best parts from a variety of self-help books and has put them all together here so readers can get started on their self-help journey immediately.

This book has been designed to point you in the right direction in the shortest possible space of time. Its easy to read, and can make a definitive improvement in your everyday way of living. Having spent 20 years studying and being immersed in the magic of "self-help power", I would certainly recommend this book for anyone looking to make improvements in the areas of life they are struggling with.
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This book has great insight and gives a number of positive steps to help one move on to a more productive and better  life.  There are a number of helpful ideas and suggestions.
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The author has obvious done a lot of personal work to write such a clear and practical self-help book.  I found the exercises very helpful.  Anyone who reads and uses the exercises in this book will find great self-understanding and direction.  Step-by-step practical guidance makes this book unique.
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After having attended & used the seminar series offered by Klemmer & Associates, reading this book is for me a great summary, reminder or what I've learned, & a great way to share the philosophy with those I care about.  I highly recommend this for anyone wanting to explore their personal potential & work toward fulfilling that potential in a measurable & forthright manner.
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This book makes several interesting points and was set up in a way that works well. The author lays a good foundation of facts and information suitable for the layperson before getting into the actual meat of the book, i.e. telling you how to change things for yourself. The book is also a surprisingly fast read.

Ive always believed that the mind is key to everything and that people can achieve anything they want if they want it badly enough. The things set forth in this book are interesting and I will probably try some of them (a big deal for me, since I normally do not put much stock in self-help gurus teachings).

One thing I did disagree with slightly was the authors comments on self-esteem. While I agree that this concept has been taken to extremes in current society, I do not agree with the statement that said it doesnt matter. I think it plays a part in shaping self, but does not stand on its own (i.e. high self-esteem does not guarantee a successful life but one cannot achieve success if one does not believe in oneself).

It was refreshing that this was not the typical self-help book. Those who typically avoid these types of books may find they can actually learn something from Behavioral Genes without being bombarded by the usual sappy self-help content and jargon.
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I usually don't read self help books because I don't feel my life is that problematic compared to others but a friend recommended the book. Im glad I did. I recognized, through the stories and examples, some slightly negative habits of mine that I now realize may be limiting my potential, professionally and personally. The author in straightforward and simple language gives the reader the tools to help in self-actualization.
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This brief book gives a wonderful overview of how to begin to get oneself oranaized and focused. Of course you have to work the system to see results.
S.J. Scott also shares links and references to other organizatioal "experts" and systems that have proven themselves for those willing to do the work.

I enjoyed reading this book and smiled to know I already have some of these systems in place.
A refresher is always welcome and motivating.
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This book gave me the answer and more important the plan I've been looking for. Brief and to the point. Lots of useful advice, great explanations, and inspiring life stories.
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As a single woman, I was delighted to see a book on Kindle that gets to the point.  It isn't that we necessarily need our guy to be the richest, but he needs to have made something of himself in life.  He needs to have the character and conviction to know what he wants in life and to "already" have achieved many of his goals.
This book offered me some advice that I had not yet considered.  For example, Kayla recommends a "self-assessment".  I have been so busy thinking about what I want, that I forgot to consider what I bring to the table.
This book is great because it gives you a new perspective - it isn't about finding the right millionaire, it is about becoming the person who will attract a rare and wonderful life partner.
There are also suggestions on how to dress and act like the wealthy--and, where the wealthy hang out and what they are doing!
Best of all, Kayla puts forth a doable plan.  I love books that equate to a plan of action.
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NOTE:  I received a free copy of this book to review for the web site Metapsychology Online Reviews; you can read a more detailed version of my review on that site.

In this self-help book, authors John Preston and Melissa Kirk encourage readers to be actively involved in their own treatment.  Thus each chapter which follows is filled with detailed, proven behavioral changes which those struggling with depression can implement in an attempt to produce a resulting improvement in mood.  Although the authors acknowledge that when one is depressed, one may have little motivation to attempt positive action, they make this process as easy as possible by providing specific advice as well offering useful exercises.  The areas of change which the authors address vary from making healthy lifestyle choices (e.g., sleep, nutrition, and exercise), incorporating cognitive strategies, enhancing self-esteem, managing intense emotions, improving social skills, to preventing relapse.  Particularly useful is the information on recognizing negative thought patterns, the suggestions for clarifying one's own value system, the basic overview on developing a mindfulness practice, and the very detailed information on becoming more aware of body language and engaging in more adaptive social communication, both of which would be especially helpful to those experiencing some social anxiety in addition to depression.

In their discussion of relapse, Preston and Kirk emphasize two basics of self-care (sleep and exercise) as well as stress the importance of having a support person involved.  They also suggest goal-setting as a means of maintaining balance and continuing progress.  The authors conclude their book with two Appendices, one which lists Medical Disorders That Can Cause Depression and one which lists Drugs That Can Cause Depression.  (Note:  the authors strongly recommend that anyone with depression first see a medical professional for a complete physical to rule out possible medical causes for their depression.  They also emphasis the importance of professional help in the treatment of depression, particularly for those with severe depression.)  Overall, this short book (with References, it's just under 140 pages) offers just what it promises--i.e., a practical self-help guide to the treatment of depression.  As a psychologist working in a college counseling center, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this book to my student clients.
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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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Useful tips and sound fundamentals. I love the conciseness. A nice quick read. Great style and format. They say a good book solves your problems; well, this book solved more than one of my problems, so hats off to the author.
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This book is full of great tips to help you identify your strengths and define your goals. I also like how the author gives her personal story of self development to encourage readers. An enjoyable and inspirational read.
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I read this as an audiobook, and it was great to have it read by a female voice actor. The information in the book is very summarized and very rapid-paced, but it's all agreeable advice that few people would object to. There are different approaches to investing, but Buffet's approach is certainly a valid perspective. The book is self-confidence without being too sanctimonious. This is a fun, quick and informative read. -Ryan Mease
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This is a quick, easy read with a great online quiz to assess business weaknesses. It has been wonderful to so easily identify where I need to improve, and the book is formatted to easily go back and review specific areas of self-development. It is packed full of ideas to help you succeed in your business and in every other area of your life.