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5 comments about The Story of You: And How to Create a New One.

1. This book explores the relationship between our successes and failures, whether real or perceived, based on the stories we tell ourselves about ourselves. Very interesting book and worth the read.



2. The Story of You is an intriguing book. Most motivational books are full of very high spirited, encouraging images to inspire you and draw you into following their path. In The Story of You, Steve Chandler often seems to be going out of his way to annoy you into paying attention. It will be dependent on your own personality whether this eggs you into reading more or putting down the book.
   
   The book is in essence a collection of real life examples helping to show why you should not let yourself get bogged down by your own past history. Even if you've been a procrastinator in the past, you can have a different future. Even if your parents told you were lazy all during your childhood, you can be an energetic adult. You have to overcome that "story" that you have come to believe.
   
   The story metaphor is interesting, but it's presented in a disjointed fashion which at times makes it hard to follow. You almost need to read the book through a second time to begin to understand what he's trying to say as a result.
   
   So let's start with some of the statements that irked me in the book. He says "grown-up people are almost always vain and important". He tries to make the point several times that kids are great and pure, and that adults are tainted and bad. Apparently parents who worry about their children are REALLY only worrying that they (the parents) are going to be embarassed by something the child does that is "wrong". Children are praised for walking and talking - but then have to "repress their enthusiasm for life" to fit in. Apparently we should all stay children forever, with no responsibility or rules!
   
   But that's not true at all, of course. Many adults I know are NOT self-important. Many parents I know DO honestly want the very best for their kids without any care of how it reflects on them as parents. You can be greatly enthusiastic about life without having to yell out "MAMA! MAMA!" The reason we praise children as they learn is because they are LEARNING. We praise adults who are learning, too. We appreciate people who love life.
   
   There are of course many great messages in the book. He talks about how you're never too old to start writing. Norman Maclean decided to try writing at age 73 and wrote the great book A River Runs Through It. James Patterson had a super busy job but wanted to write, so he set an alarm and got up at 4:30 every morning to write from 4:30-6. He made the time, and he reaped the success.
   
   As Steve said, if you love to write, you make the time for it. If you're not choosing to make time to write, then other things are more important to you right now. They could be valid things - like your family, or money to put a roof over your head - but it's important to realize you are CHOOSING the things. It's not that you "don't have time to write". You have time - and you are choosing to spend it on other things that you find to be of more value.
   
   It may sound semantic, but this thought is key to a lot of what is explained in the book. You choose everything you do. If you had bad luck in the past, it should not shape your future. You can shape your future based on your current desires and needs. If you used to be disorganized in the past, it doesn't mean you have to be disorganized in the future. You have the choice to act a certain way each day. You need to be mindful that these ARE choices you make, and to take responsibility for them.
   
   One suggestion he offers is if you want to do something - start doing it! If you want to write, then just write. Set aside time each day. If you get stuck at first, write anything that comes to mind. The more you practice it, the easier it will get. If you give up on day 1 because you're rusty, you'll never get better.
   
   On the downside, as a way to get people to do this, he says to keep in mind that the way you are now is "enough". I have problems with this. We should all strive to learn and grow, rather than stagnate. Far too many people sit on the couch every night, doing the exact same thing as the previous night, and figure it's "enough". Then they get bored in their marriage, short-tempered with their kids and blame others. I think it's fine to say "you have the potential" - you can always START from where you are. Even if you're 73, you can start writing, right now. You have that potential. But there is MUCH more for you to achieve, if you take that first step and start walking.
   
   Again, anybody wrote writes about September 11th as a situation for "other people were whining about losing their jobs - but I saw this as a great opportunity! I could sell to people who couldn't travel now!" is a person who enjoys dancing on the edge of really bugging people. Steve writes several times about deliberately antagonizing people to help them to change. Maybe he feels this is a good technique for a book. I found it off-putting, but I do appreciate the messages he has here. Maybe there is a segment of people who ignore the fluffy-happy motivational books as being meaningless, but who might be shocked into action by this. In that case, if you're someone who normally skips the self-help book aisle, give this one a try. You might be in for a change.



3. From all directions, three related products hit me upside the head. Each of the products, Chandler's excellent book, Debbie Ford's excellent audio The Answers are Within You: Unveiling Life's Greatest Spiritual Secrets in the Shadow of Your Soul and Joe Caruso's excellent audio The Principles of Authentic Power (best audio I have ever purchased) all deal with concept that we are very much a product of the stories we tell ourselves. After three whacks upside the head, I think I got it. :) I hit the trifecta, or should I say the trifecta hit me.
   
   Steve Chandler has written another engaging book. The author is an excellent story teller, weaving in short stories about himself (occasionally) and others to make his points more forcibly. Having read others of his books, I believe this to be his best yet with more consistent adherence to a theme.
   
   I wanted to give the book a five star rating because of its impact on me. I am sure that if I heard this highly regarded speaker talk on this subject it would be a five star speech. But, I agree with other reviewers who suggest that some more polishing would have made this a true five star (ironic in that the author tells of his advice to other authors to polish, polish, polish).
   
   I am just going to hold my five star rating for his best book yet, one that is undoubtedly on its way given Chandler's observations about his own journey. I truly admire what Chandler is doing with his own life and that of others with his superb storytelling.
   
   For readers who have not yet absorbed the power of the stories we tell ourselves (and others), may I suggest getting the message from one of the trifecta. Three authors with different styles of communicating, all making a point we need to understand if we want to achieve a higher level of personal performance. Not everybody will need three whacks upside the head, like I did, to fully absorb the message.



4. I came upon this audio book by accident, having no prior exposure to Steve Chandler or his previous work. All I can say is "Wow!" The wisdom contained in this book is beyond words. It is the kind of collection of experience and wisdom that makes you want to share it with as many people as possible. I immediately wanted my family members to hear it, as I knew they too would somehow connect to Mr. Chandler's "stories."
   
   His use of empowering quotes, personal anecdotes, and lifetime experiences with friends, family members, and clients is carefully woven into a story of its own--a lifeline for me at this particular moment in my life.
   
   Such a book in either print or audio form, is calling out to be shared with others! It could be used as a part of a motivational training session in almost any work environment you could think of; it could be used as a "book club" book, because each section and/or CD is just begging to be shared, discussed, and analyzed.
   
   As a result of this book, I have been able myself to re-connect with people who are a part of my past "story" and who will continue to be a part of my new, future "story."
   
   This book is one you won't be able to stop reading or listening to--believe me, if you have it in audio form, it will make those long commutes to/from work worth every minute. You may even take a detour just to keep listening.
   
   Some books have the propensity to change your life and how you live it. This is one of those books. A great gift to give yourself and others!



5. I'm sure Steve Chandler is a very nice guy. You definately get a sense of enthusiasm and caring throughout 'The Story of You'.
   The basic message Mr. Chandler explores is that the back-stories we all create and carry around with us are weighting us down, and should be discarded. The concept is interesting and useful.
   Unfortunately, there isn't much more here. Mr. Chandler diverts into a few sub catagories of different types of stories and provides us with a lot of allegorical and anecdotal, well . . . stories about stories, but long after the concept is sufficiently covered we are still getting hit over the head with it.
   I also found Mr. Chandler's writing style to be a bit akward. The book is readable, but with a lot of incomplete sentences and some confusing paragraphs.

5 comments about Passion Profit Power.

1. This is one of the best personal development books I have ever read. It ignited the desire in me like no other to get things done. There are so many ideas that can be used to greatly improve any area of your life including relationships, wealth creation, time management. The book is neatly broken down into 43 different short chapters under three major life areas - Passion, Profit & Power. Previous reviews have compared this book to Tony Robbins work, which there is very little of in here, plus Marshall talks about his own personal experiences and examples from his own seminars. This is also one of the very few books that I review on a weekly basis because it is choc-full of great information and strategies for success which really do work. I am on track to hit my goals with unstoppable and devastating force by this Christmas thanks to Marshall Sylver. It is also a good idea to get the tape program version of the book which contains the subconscious reprogramming scripts for each life area as read by the author to help program the elements contained within the chapters into your mind.



2. This guy just strikes me as a schmuck. The book isn't bad but it's mostly recycled Anthony Robbins (who at least seems sincere). If you're thinking of buying it, I'd check your local library first. Even if they don't have this book, they're likely to have Tony Robbins, & you'll save yourself the money.



3. This is just the type book I needed to read. I was feeling unproductive, and needed something to set my wheels rolling.
   I am a woman in my early 50's , and still found that alot in this book could and did pertain to me.
   Someone younger, and starting their career would pull alot of useful information from this book. I found that it lifted my dull outlook on parts of my life; and led me to dig a little deeper into the possibilties I have.



4. First time I have taken an interest in Marshall's products and on the whole I thought it was a good book. I have seen Marshall on infomercials late at night 10 years ago but had no inclination to read any of his books. I have read many personal development books in my time and did enjoy his writing style. Naturally some parts of the book I found more appealing than others but that's the thing about p.d.books, you search for things which you will find useful. I prefer his writing style to Anthony Robbins, but for spirituality I think Wayne Dyer is the best.



5. Seems to me like he's the kind of guy who would create several different email accounts and then post all or most of the positive reviews on here. I just have a hard time believing that people are so easily manipulated and tricked into thinking that this guy is anything but a con. I find it very easy to believe he would write all these positive reviews himself as part of his "method" to manipulate unthinking people into buying his books.

5 comments about Overachievement: The New Model for Exceptional Performance.

1. I came upon this book via a search on Amazon while actually looking for a different book. The subject matter intrigued me, and as a result, I decided to go for it.
   
   What a wise decision on my part. Part of my problem has always been over-thinking, over-analyzing, and an excessive amount of over-planning. The results? Things got done, but not nearly (!) as many as would/could have had I simply trusted my abilities and allowed myself to immerse myself in my daily activities.
   
   Light bulb on!!!!!!
   
   I won't attempt to summarize an entire book in one review, but for those of you trying to decide whether or not to purchase and read this book and apply its core philosophies: Eliot has hit the home run that no one else has even attempted to hit. He (Eliot) is not merely rising above many others who offer the same ideas; he is all alone in that arena.
   
   The message is simple: THINK like those who overachieve, and your chances of success increase dramatically. In some cases, don't even think at all (Eliot makes a reference to Yogi Berra, my favorite in this book, which quotes Yogi as saying "I can't think and hit at the same time."). Focus only on what you are doing - not its potential end result, how you did last time, or what you might do in the future. It's all about peaking at this precise moment, because that's all that matters, and that's all you've got right now. Eliot uses the example of a golfer who, to some, plays 65 games of golf - one hole each - when shooting a 65. On each shot, no thought is given to the prior shot or to future shots - just the one at hand.
   
   I realize that my words likely do not suffice in explaining how practical and extremely helpful this fabulous book is; that's hard to do in limited space. Having said that, there's no doubt in my mind that anyone would benefit from "Overachievement," and as a result, I give this book my highest rating. Just Do It.



2. Eliot's book has some good advice, mostly in the "get used to pressure" area, but it also contains far too many errors of fact that should have been caught by copy editors, if not by the author himself. One of the worst is referring to Jack Kemp as Bob Dole's running mate in the 1988 presidential campaign (it was 1996). Errors like this make one wonder how reliable Eliot's other advice can be.
   
   It is good to urge people to get away from their comfort zones and embrace the pressure that true achievement requires, but all behavior requires a basis in fact and not just in some rah-rah cheerleading that will fade as soon as the excitement of the moment passes. This is what keeps Eliot's book and advice from being as great as it could be.
   
   As the ancient wisdom says, Physician, heal thyself. First, fix all the problems in your own book. Then tell the rest of us how to fix our lives.



3. If normalcy is your aim in life, this is NOT the book for you.
   If great performance is your aim in life, this MIGHT be the book for you.
   If you aim for unrealistic results in your life, this IS the book for you.
   
   John Elliot has been working with many top performers and says there is nothing normal with those people. Well, almost the same can be said about this book. Many many techniques go against conventional self-improvement and performance techniques. For example;
   
   - realistic people do not accomplish extraordinary things
   - the importance of 'unrealistic' dreams
   - the problems associated with goal setting
   - confidence is one of the most misunderstood aspects of high performance
   - visualisation and relaxation are overused (and overrated)
   
   Do those techniques feel strange? Wrong? Unconventional? If yes, remember that by definition, striving to be exceptional puts you outside 98% of people.



4. "Overachievement is aimed at people who want to maximize their potential. And to do that, I insist you throw caution at the wind, ignore the pleas of parents, coaches, spouses, and bosses to be "realistic." Realistic people do not accomplish extraordinary things because the odds of success stymie them. The best performers ignore the odds. I will show that instead of limiting themselves to what's probable, the best will pursue the heart-pounding, exciting, really big, difference-making dreams--so long as catching them might be possible." ~ Dr. John Eliot from "Overachievement"
   
   If you're into achieving greatness and love to see the hero in action--whether it's Tiger Woods coming back for the playoff win or a great rock star performing live--you'll love this book.
   
   John Eliot, relative of T. S. Eliot and a long line of Harvard Presidents is brilliant. He's one of the world's leading authorities on peak performers and isn't afraid to challenge the status quo of high performance. He's also a great writer. And, this book is an incredibly fun, inspiring read--with John Eliot's articulate and brilliantly blunt explanations of what makes the great performers perform greatly.
   
   The book has two parts: 1. The "what" of Overachievement where we get "Inside the Minds of the Overachiever"; and, 2. The "how" on "Becoming an Overachiever."
   
   You'll learn to kick the deep breathing relaxation habits during pressure situations and, instead, to eat the stress like a Power Bar. You'll learn how to turn your cerebral cortex off like a squirrel scurrying across a high wire (who doesn't want that, eh?! :) and a bunch of other tricks of the Overachieving trade.



5. I am in awe with this book. I am at the very beginning but, being written in a style that is straight forward, it has already revealed itself to be amazingly unique in its content and, more importantly, extremely enlightening. So I couldn't resist but coming here to write a review and try to influence you to get this book sooner rather than later.
   
   Why?
   
   Because I think that whenever one of us gets better at what we do best, or at any other thing we do, the world becomes a better place. And also because I am thrilled to have found something that explains a lot of my own current "stuckness".
   
   In essence, this book points out (scientifically) how there are ways in which the brain operates that are major obstacles to performance. The problem is, pretty much all of the popular "techniques" for better performance that we have inevitably acquired over time operate in that exact space. And thus we stopped performing. Or maybe never even got the pleasure to know what top performance means!
   
   Here's something about one of my effortless performances. Growing up, I'd go to school and listen to the teacher's first lecture. After, as the teacher was reviewing the material (over and over), I would sit with an interesting book nested within the text book, lost in whatever was the novel du jour. Oh the fear of getting caught. Periodically, the teacher would point at me and ask me a question, and I would provide the (right) answer without having to think about it. I got a lot of great reading done that way. Today, with my work, as there are tons and tons of books and information available, and after having got a Masters degree in my field, I worry why I am not so much better at what I do, with all the information I "know", and being that I am constantly striving to be better.
   
   It seems that I have found the answer. I have been believing it is all important to master "The Training Mindset", but being in that frame of mind completely excludes the possibility to be in the frame of mind that makes a top performance great and effortless for me: "The Trusting Mindset"!
   
   Everyday has been a tug of war for me, especially since I have to constantly acquire new information to be able to do my job. It seems that no matter what I do, how much information I focus on, I am not the top performer I want to be. Unless there is a crisis, or fire under my bootay, or other pressing need that requires me to excel, then, no problem. But I can't sit around hoping for crisis just so I can excel. Right?
   
   And here comes this book, pointing out, reminding, not only where the conflict lies, but also how to switch from one mindset to the other. At will. Sweet.
   
   One quote from the book? "The Trusting Mindset is what you were in before you knew any better".
   
   Here is hoping we all (re)connect with our inner squirrels.

5 comments about Getting Unstuck Without Coming Unglued: A Woman's Guide to Unblocking Creativity.

1. I doubt that there's a female writer, artist, painter, or musician out there who hasn't absorbed some kind of negative message about her talent or her right to pursue it. Such messages might not come from those near and dear to her, but they are everywhere in the culture--still, today. Yes, we've come a long way, but we have miles left to go.
   
   Who better to guide us than a woman who is both an artist herself (a writer of both fiction and nonfiction) and a clinical psychologist who specializes in counseling creative women?
   
   Sue O'Doherty weaves her own struggles and doubts into her discussion of the countless ways in which women are informed, subtly or blatantly, that they are lesser citizens in the world of art. Her personal voice only underscores the authenticity of her professional one, and I, for one, heard the same honesty and wisdom in both. I found the insights and calm perspective in this book inspiring and helpful, not because I was blocked when I read it, but because O'Doherty's overall take on women's position in the arts is one worth bearing in mind even when we are productive.



2. Every woman who has had experiences - positive or negative - with expressing her creativity should get value from this book. Although I don't normally trust authors who create "combination characters" in order to make their points, in this case I was able to accept it because there was probably no way to avoid doing this without serious confidentiality consequences. And I am totally impressed and respectful of O'Doherty's obvious honesty and courage in relating her own life experiences and insights in order to further her readers' willingness to work on their issues. As with all good writing no matter what the genre, the more specific the material, the more it allows the universality of the concepts to emerge.
   I confess that I did not do the recommended exercises. However I find I've been writing more. Hmmm....



3. Wow. This book is excellent.
   The best thing about this book is the author's completely realistic view of the obstacles facing artists; particularly women. I immediately trust a psychotherapist who knows that having to do the dishes can be just as obstructive as a destructive Jungian "shadow self."
   No. The best thing about this book is the writing. Dr. O'Doherty tells the reader she has been a speech writer, a poet, a playwright and an author of fiction - and it shows. Her sample composite-patients' portraits are vivid. Their life stories and the author's are told with a captivating narrative voice. Self help books aren't normally this well written!
   I especially appreciate that Dr. O'Doherty points out that there really are external obstacles that exist - created by our society, our communities, our families, friends and colleagues - that all of us, but especially artists, may have to confront in order to be creative and productive. It's not all in our heads. Dr. O'Doherty makes novel, positive use of the examples of other women's experiences. She stresses the importance of role models, and even provides a list of inspiring women who created great works in their middle age and beyond.
   In 1929, Virginia Woolf wrote, "a woman must have money and a room of her own if she is to write fiction." Dr. O'Doherty takes this idea many steps further with practical advice and effective guidance through the complex process of self-examination as it relates to becalmed inspiration or a "deferred dream."



4. This is a marvelous, insightful book, essential for women who've experienced any sort of barriers to creativity. The writing is lively and engaging, and the author has a deep understanding of creativity from the inside out. I need this book now, and I so wish I'd had it when I was younger!
   
   This is one to read, and reread, and share with every woman artist you know.



5. 
   Marketed as a self help book for women artists, I personally found this book to be extraordinarily useful to both women and men.
   The author of "Getting Unstuck Without Coming Unglued" describes in deceptively simple terms
   psychological phenomena, which then become clear and accessible to the reader. She talks about them in an interesting way, and I think that both men and women will relate to them.
   I have learned from this book without ever feeling lectured to, or overwhelmed.
   I am a male professor of literature, and I have found this book most useful and enlightening, thanks to its pragmatic approach to creativity. While I was reading, I felt that the author actually knew the personal mechanisms of my own creativity as an educator, as well as the many issues that students struggle with--whether students are male or female, young or older.
   So I highly recommend it to anyone interested in any artistic production. The author's great achievement is to actually lead
   the reader to achieve his or her personal goal.
   Alors, toutes mes félicitations à l'auteur, Susan O' Doherty, et merci !
   
   Émile Bedriomo, Ph.D. in Literature (French) from New York University,
   author of the book "Proust, Wagner et la coincidence des Arts", and others.

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4 comments about Leadership: Motivation & Inspiration from Today's Top Success Coaches (Audio Success Series) (Audio Success Series).

1. I started with "Leadership: The Critical Difference", Wow Wow Wow Brian Tracy was brilliant in explaining the Leadership principles. I already listened to it twice
   
   Will be listening to the other audio CD's one by one



2. There where two excellent speakers, Zig Ziglar and Danny Cox. Zig Ziglar is outstanding as usual. I had never heard of Danny Cox before, but his audio cd was impressive. These two made it all worth while. I enjoy the speech that entertains and informs.
   
   Dr. Sheila Murray Bethel and Brian Tracy where interesting. I intend to listen and read more of their material. Their viewpoints and subject matter made for a great listen.
   
   Why did I give these cd's 4 stars instead of 5? There is a speaker who talks about memory and how to improve your skills. I must have failed because I forgot his name already. While his method could work, I wasn't interested. Additionally, some speakers put me to sleep and their message was lost to the dull format and monotone voices.
   
   I have not yet previewed the Bonus DVD, but this purchase was well worth the four aforementioned speakers (Zig Ziglar, Danny Cox, Dr. Sheila Murray Bethel, and Brian Tracy).



3. I bought this set of CD's to listen in the car. I am sick of the negativity on the radio and figured its hard to stay negative when you are listening to a motivating speaker!
   
   The CD's are very good and I have learnt a lot more than I expected to. I recommend this series to anyone in business.



4. I bought these cds about six months ago and loaded them onto my IPod. Every morning I listen to these cds while I am getting ready for work. Each time I listen to them, I learn something that I didn't the last time. I really enjoy each speaker and they keep you entertained. I would recommend everyone to buy these and to listen to them. I also listen to them in the car. I have bought several other Audio Success Series CDs and enjoy those as well.

3 comments about Seismic Shifts: The Little Changes That Make a Big Difference in Your Life.

1. As a longtime resident of Southern California, Kevin Harney has been fascinated with the relationship between small seismic shifts in the earth's crust and huge eruptions that take place above ground as a result. The obvious theme of his new book, SEISMIC SHIFTS, is change. Small, fairly simple changes can have a big impact, both negative and positive. Yet, there are also underlying themes that serve to make this more than a repeat of sermons and pop psychology shows we've heard before. These themes include the importance of faith, communication, and honest self-appraisal in working toward gaining a rich and joy-filled life.
   
   The easy-to-follow chapters are chock full of practical, Biblical ways to make seismic shifts in your life. These shifts will "bring joy, expand faith, provide rest, build relationships, unleash riches, and change the world." As we have learned, information does not equal transformation, so the author offers many doable suggestions that can be put into practice immediately. There are also excellent guides for prayer and reflection designed to help the reader grow and mature as the changes begin. Ultimately, the reader will reach that place of fulfillment that satisfies "God's dream for our lives."
   
   Without relying on "Christianese," our fellowship language that often confuses and confounds non-believers, Kevin Harney provides examples from life and from the Bible that anyone can relate to. From stories about David's victories and defeats to the joys and sorrows experienced by Mary Magdalene, he demonstrates the Biblical message: "in the good and hard times, those who walk closely with God can and should experience life-transforming joy."
   
   Whether you are a longtime believer, a new Christian or simply interested in ways to improve your life, SEISMIC SHIFTS makes sense and will have a far-reaching impact on those who take the small step of reading through it.
   
   --- Reviewed by Maggie Harding, a substance abuse counselor in Phoenix, AZ who wanted to be Brenda Starr before life intervened. She reviews for www.bookreporter.com and www.womenonwriting.com. To contact Maggie, e-mail Magster2@cox.net.



2. Pastor Kevin Harney has written a book that can be converted into a great series for a church. Our congregation did a nineteen week series (an intro week plus the eighteeen chapters) with sermons, weekly small groups (over 350 people participating) and devotions written be people within the congregation itself.
   
   This book is second only to Warren's Purpose Driven Life, when it comes to helping people see the basic steps of faith necessary to become a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ. While the first reading of a chapter would lead some to say "this is basic stuff," upon further reflection those same people would talk about the depth of needing to integrate those basics into their lives.
   
   The premise, that small changes can make a big difference in your life, is valid in many areas of life. This is a book to be read, studied, discussed and read again.
   
   Rev. Dr. R. Kevin Murphy
   Saint Matthew Lutheran Church
   Walnut Creek, CA



3. I really like what the author Kevin Harney has to say about making small changes that can have a great impact on your life. Most of us are reluctant to change, especially as we get set in our ways, and these scripturally based changes, although not easy, can help us. Our church is currently using this book as a guide through a current bible study. I think that the subject matter can be a little challenging, humorous and inspiring. I would encourage anyone who feels as though change isn't a life-threatening event, but something that could have a domino impact in their life.

5 comments about Stop Your Nailbiting!: Permanently.

1. I've been a habitual nailbiter since I was probably around three or four, from what my mom tells me. I've tried everything from creams to bandaids to false nails to powders. NOTHING worked. I stumbled upon this listing while browsing on amazon, and the word "permanently" caught my eye. I bought it, thinking I'd have another "cure" on my hands, but that it was better than doing nothing. I read through it, got to the "treatment" chapter, and my first thought was this: "You've GOT to be kidding me. I just spent $14 on a book so some guy could tell me to snap a RUBBER BAND on my arm??? That's insane!"
   
   But... misgivings aside, I tried it, and it took right away. Within the first few hours I was more aware of my inspecting and picking and nibbling, and by the end of the first day, I hadn't put my fingers in my mouth at all!
   
   Still, a little expensive for the old rubber band trick (which I hadn't previously thought to try).



2. Someone else mentioned the rubber-band method in another review so I don't mind mentioning that I am pissed that I spent $12 to hear about the ancient, rubber-band method. Save yourself some money, find a rubber band in the junk drawer and start snapping. I've tried this before and it isn't a permanent solution at all.



3. I have been a lifetime nail biter - and hated it... I have tried everything - will power; artificial nails; hypnosis; nasty tasting stuff; nutritian - NOTHING worked - until now.
   
   I have nails now! No longer do I feel I have to hide my hands. I feel great.
   
   When I started reading - I thought this would not work, but I will try...
   
   I am going to get several copies for my nail biting friends and family.



4. The book is definitely the best cure. None of those creams and nail polishes help when you have a tendency to pick your skin around your nails, when you don't taste anything. The most important thing is to read the book from the beginning to the end, don't skip to the cure itself. The cure is in the whole information that the book provides. Good Luck!



5. I have been a chronic nail and lip biter/picker for 33 years. Like many others, I have tried various techniques with no success. This habit has caused me an incredible amount of shame, and until reading Brown's book I felt completely and utterly alone in my suffering. Perhaps equally powerful as the simple, yet brilliant solution, is all the insight and personal experience that Brown relays about the habit. For the first time I felt understood and seen, which is incredibly healing in itself.
   
   Alcoholics go to 12-step meetings because the experience of sharing their common suffering with others has a great healing effect. There are no meetings or support groups for nailbiters. Therapists (I am one) aren't even helpful because they don't understand this un-researched area. Brown's book fills the gap and serves as a lifeline... finally shedding light on this "habit" that feels more like a curse to those of us who have struggled with it for most of our lives. I owe Gilbreth Brown a debt of gratitude!!!

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1. Quisiera tener mayor contacto con Deepak Chopra, tenemos un grupo de estudio, somos ciudadanos de Tupiza - Bolivia, favor enviamos tus deseos de vida y mensajes de amor. Norah