That Perception Thing!

by Dawn Brown

How successful you are at coping with change will determine how fully alive and productive you are. If you want to thrive in the 21st century, it is essential that you master the ability to cope with... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0921165765
• ISBN13: 9780921165767
• Release Date: December 2001
• Publisher: Creative Bound
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 6.1"

Customer Reviews

A witty reflection of our response to life's challenges

"That Perception Thing" outlines interesting accounts of various life observations. Many of these you have probably encountered in your own journey. While you may recognize the truth in these observations, you might still find it difficult to personally practice them. Lending a wealth of her own personal experiences, Dawn prescribes simple remedies for many of life's common challenges. The information is presented in a simplistic yet thought rousing fashion, making this book a great source of comfort during times when you might otherwise feel overwhelmed or bored by the peaks and valleys of life. Certainly there is reassurance and self-acceptance in viewing your situation through the lens of another person undergoing a similar circumstance. Dawn illustrates several stories of real people with real issues. Many of these issues you might personally identify with, however, rather than offering hard and fast interpretations, you are allowed to develop your own conclusions based upon the choice of your response. Take, for example, the biblical story of Nathan's parable to King David. Nathan told of a rich man who took the only lamb of a poor man to feed a traveler. King David was outraged at the man who would do such a thing. Then Nathan pointed out that King David was that man! Dawn clearly views incidents in life as opportunities to grow emotionally through a mental realization that life really is all about how you choose to view it. This type of optimistic thought process, if nurtured, will in turn favorably affect all aspects of one's life. In essence, Dawn invites you to maintain a balanced "perspective" to life's every day challenges. I had the pleasure of meeting Dawn while vacationing in Greece. She is a very warm, charming and philosophical person, and these attributes are easily recognized in this literature. Lisa Phillips CPA Fairburn, GA. USA

Misperceiving in Birmingham!

This is an excellent book. The author uses a series of vignettes to illustrate how one's attitude is shaped by one's perception of a situation. She also shows how healing can come from seeing a problem from another point of view. Each chapter is brief and clearly written and food for thought. This book would be ideal for a small discussion group. I have found it very helpful in dealing with "difficult" people, and have lent it to several people at work who have also enjoyed it. One word of warning: be careful who you lend it to: you'll never get it back! Buy an extra copy for your personal library.

That Perception Thing!

It's a very good read and I think the bright yellowcolour says it all - very upbeat, very inspirational. I really enjoyed it!

Taking a Second Glance

By writing a thought provoking book, That Perception Thing, Dawn Brown challenges the reader to think and rethink about life's experiences. Brown invites the reader to probe within himself and to see when to leave the comfort zone. I found the book refreshing and uplifting. That Perception Thing forced me to look at things differently. The book is filled with anecdotes of how Brown herself looks at life another way after helping others to help themselves. I must say that the book opens several little doors inside your head as you read along. I truly recommend it.

Uniquely Special

This book is indeed even more special than its delightful cover. It is a book to read and savor slowly. And, it is the kind of book that flows gently through you and into your soul. Dawn Brown has permeated this book with powerful but gentle messages...it is a book for us all to interpret (and perceive!) with our unique set of glasses. And even after you set down your glasses after the last word, the messages go on.Bravo!