This book aswell as the audio versions, unleashed a a fire in me that I didn't even know I had. I cosidered myslef to be a very uninspiring person, I always thought pessimistically, and I had absolutely no yearn for anything. I was lazy, watched too much television, I couldn't even take out the trash it was that bad, my only inspiration to do anything was when it got out of control. A friend reccomended I take a look, I knew I wasn't going anywhere, so I gave it a go. everything i came across was self improving. A couple of the points I like are the Lie to yourself idea, which is great. I do consider that I originally lied to myself in wanting to achieve my goaal, but after putting in the dedication, I now fully believe what I want to do and that I can do it. the second is the writing down of ideas, I do this every day, and I have come up with so many Ideas I don't know what to do with them all. The motivational techniques, forced me to break some of my greatest all time fears, Since i broke those fears, I felt invincible. No longer afraid to talk to others in a socal gathering. I have turned off the tv, and when I turn it on I can't see anything worth watching, Reading more books, taking up piano lessons, the list goes on. I recomend anyone with even the slightest pessimism to try this book, it will change your life forever
Better Yourself through applying this book to your life!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
100 Ways to Motivate Yourself is definitely one of the better self-help / leadership books I have read. The one part of this book that is quite unique is that Chandler often starts with a quote, then he presents an typical example and finally tells a brief short story. I find this to be quite refreshing in these types of books as Chandler covered a wide array of topics from taking action, looking at things from a different angle, using your imagination, setting goals, turning off your TV, relationships, etc.I believe the key ingredient in getting long-term value out of this book is to highlight the quotes/stories you love and integrate them into your daily life. Practice what you read if it ties in with your values. Hope this helps everyone.
Wonderful book; hard to believe no one else reviewed it
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
I try to reread this book at least once a year; sometimes more. I even wrote down a few of his best quotes for review.Hey, everyone needs to be picked up and charged sometimes, you know? Sometimes you just don't feel it or you get into a slump.This book talks about getting into action and staying in action. Really important b/c some people just want to do things but they sit around and do nothing.Highlights and favorites of this book:(1) watch less TV; (2) plan your day and rank it in order of importance; (3) live your life; (4) start your life over; (5) light your soul on fire; (6) keep all your promises; (7) strengthen your purposeHey, some of these don't make sense, right? Well, you need to check out the book to understand it b/c it would take up too much space to type.So, get this book and read the 100 steps to motivating yourself. When you're grateful I recommended it, you can send me a check in the mail. :D
100 Ways to Improve Your Life
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
One could easily pass over this book by simply looking at the title. Chandler's suggestions will not just motivate you, if you follow them they can change your life. His suggestions are based on his own experience. He is passing on what has actually worked for him and his clients so his comments are rock solid. One of these suggestions is worth the price of the book
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