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Letters to a Young Artist: Straight-up Advice on Making a Life in the Arts-For Actors, Performers, Writers, and Artists of Every Kind
by Anna Deavere SmithAn inspiring and no-nonsense guide for aspiring artists of all stripes—from &“the most exciting individual in American theater&” (Newsweek). In vividly anecdotal letters to the young BZ, Anna Deavere Smith addresses the full spectrum of issues that all artists starting out will face: from questions of confidence, discipline, and self-esteem, to fame, failure, and fear, to staying healthy, presenting yourself effectively, building a diverse social and professional network, and using your art to promote social change. At once inspiring and no-nonsense, Letters to a Young Artist will challenge you, motivate you, and set you on a course to pursue your art without compromise.
Letters to a Young Athlete
by Chris BoshA legendary NBA player shares his remarkable story, infused with hard-earned wisdom about the journey to self-mastery from a life at the highest level of professional sportsChris Bosh, NBA Hall of Famer, eleven-time All-Star, two-time NBA champion, Olympic gold medalist, and the league&’s Global Ambassador, had his playing days cut short at their prime by a freak medical condition. His extraordinary career ended not at a time of his choosing but &“in a doctor&’s office in the middle of the afternoon.&” Forced to reckon with how to find meaning to carry forward, he found himself looking back over his path, from a teenager in Dallas who balanced basketball with the high school robotics club to the pinnacle of the NBA and beyond. Reflecting on all he learned from a long list of basketball legends, from LeBron and Kobe to Pat Riley and Coach K, he saw that his important lessons weren&’t about basketball so much as the inner game of success—right attitude, right commitment, right flow within a team. Now he shares that journey, giving us a fascinating view from the inside of what greatness feels like and what it takes, formulated as a series of letters to younger people coming up and to all wisdom seekers. A timeless gift for anyone in pursuit of excellence, Letters to a Young Athlete offers a proven path for taming your inner voice and making it your ally, through the challenges of failure and the challenges of success alike.
Letters to a Young Brother: MANifest Your Destiny
by Hill HarperMost people associate Hill Harper with Hollywood, as he’s appeared in dozens of films and television shows. But he is just as comfortable in a school auditorium, rousing groups of students with his unique style of real-life wisdom. Having addressed thousands of high-school and middle- school students over the years, Hill is ready to take his message to an even wider audience. Letters to a Young Brother is drawn from the humbling life lessons he learned on the road to his Ivy League education and beyond. Inspired by the countless letters and e-mails he has received from teens, Hill Harper set out to write a series of letters to young people that would catch the attention of even the most reluctant readers. The result is a motivational but approachable book full of encouragement on a wide array of hot topics, particularly among young African-American and Hispanic men. From the challenges of getting a good education and making it through college to the media’s destructive emphasis on material wealth, Letters to a Young Brother delivers eye-opening answers. Reminiscent of Marian Wright Edelman’s New York Times bestseller, The Measure of Our Success: A Letter to My Children and Yours, Hill Harper’s words will resonate for years to come. .
Letters to a Young Brother: Manifest Your Destiny
by Hill HarperOffering inspirational advice in a down-to-earth style, this unique compilation of letters provides wisdom, guidance, and heartfelt insight to help readers chart their own paths to success. Based on the author's motivational speaking at inner-city schools across the country, the letters deal with the tough issues that face young people today. Bombarded with messages from music and the media, Harper set out to dispel the stereotypical image of success that young people receive today and instead emphasizes alternative views of what it truly means to be a successful male, such as educational and community achievements and self-respect. Intended to provide this frequently regarded "lost generation" of young men with words of encouragement and guidance, Harper's deep-rooted passion regarding the plight of today's youth drove him to write this book, sure to change the lives of readers for years to come.
Letters to a Young Sister: DeFINE Your Destiny
by Hill HarperThe New York Times bestselling book of inspirational advice and wisdom for young women from the powerhouse public speaker, star of CSI: NY, and bestselling author of Letters to a Young Brother<P> * Does life sometimes seem so much harder for girls? <P> * Do you ever feel insecure, pressured, or confused? <P> * Do you wish you had someone to give you honest advice on topics like boys, school, family, and pursuing your dreams? <P> * Do you want to make a positive impact on the world, but don't even know how to begin? <P> In the follow-up to his award winning national bestseller, Letters to a Young Brother, actor and star of CSI: NY shares powerful wisdom for young women everywhere, drawing on the courageous advice of the female role models who transformed his life. <P> Letters to a Young Sister unfolds as a series of letters written by older brother Hill to a universal young sister. She's up against the same challenges as every young woman: from relating to her parents and dealing with peer pressure, to juggling schoolwork and crushes and keeping faith in the face of heartache. Hill offers guidance, encouragement, personal stories, and asks his female friends to help answer some truly tough questions. Every young sister needs to know that it's okay to dream big and to deFINE her own destiny. This is a book that will educate, uplift and inspire. <P> Including original contributions from: <P> Michelle Obama * Angela Basset * Ciara * Tatyana Ali * Eve * Malinda Williams * Chanel Iman * Kim Porter * and many more.
Letters to an Incarcerated Brother: Encouragement, Hope, and Healing for Inmates and Their Loved Ones
by Hill HarperA compelling, important addition to Hill Harper's bestselling series, inspired by young inmates who write to him seeking guidanceAfter the publication of the bestselling Letters to a Young Brother, accomplished actor and speaker Hill Harper began to receive an increasing number of moving letters from inmates who yearned for a connection with a successful role model. With disturbing statistics on African-American incarceration rates on his mind, Harper set out to address the specific needs of inmates. Harper's powerful message from the heart provides advice and inspiration in the face of despair along with encouraging words for restoring a sense of self-worth. Uplifting and insightful, Letters to an Incarcerated Brother provides the hope and inspiration inmates and their families need.
Letters to my Fanny
by Cherry HealeyHow much more fun in life could I have had if I'd just stopped worrying so much and stopped beating myself up?In this book, Cherry reveals the things she wishes her mother had told her, through a series of hilarious anecdotes and excruciating confessions.Each chapter opens with a letter to a different body part: 'Letters to my Fanny' covers sex, orgasms and periods; 'Letters to my Brain' covers education, memory and media; 'Letters to my Tummy' covers crop-tops, pregnancy and sit-ups.This wonderfully warm, funny and candid book is a collection of hopeful dispatches from the frontline of girlhood - an impassioned plea to stop piling pressure on girls and young women and allow them to get on with their lives without having to mind the thigh gap . . .
Letting Go Of Your Past: Take Control of Your Future by Addressing the Habits, Hurts, and Attitudes that Remain from Previous Relationships
by Paula Sandford John Loren SandfordThe third book in The Transformation Series, this sequel to Transforming the Inner Man and God's Power to Change focuses on relationships and events that disable us from being able to relate and communicate with others effectively. By applying the scriptural principles for healing in this book, we can confidently:· Build and maintain healthy relationships with spiritual and biological parents · Create the right balance between "bearing one another's burdens" and allowing healthy separation as we empower others to grow and flourish · Find true oneness in marriage relationships · Become effective, contributing parts of societyThe Transformation Series is a four-book collection that walks readers through the process of being renewed in mind and heart by the transforming power of the cross. It will lead to wholeness and balance personally and within the body of Christ.
Letting Go of Debt: Growing Richer One Day at a Time
by Karen CasanovaThese meditations offer courage and hope for anyone suffering from chronic debt.Chronic debt takes a terrible toll on a life. Finances stagger, the spirit flags, family and friends feel the strain. For those who wake each day facing such a burden, this inspiring book of daily meditations offers respite, hope, and practical advice. Simple and positive, each day's message helps put seemingly unmanageable debt in the proper perspective-and reminds us of our deepest debt to ourselves: to take heart and find strength in the daily struggle. Written by the former wife of a compulsive gambler, these meditations hold a universal message of hope for anyone seeking the courage to live wisely with trying circumstances-one day at a timeKaren Casanova is the author of thirteen children's books. She lives in Saint Croix Falls, Wisconsin."Hazelden has done it again-brief, insightful, and compassionate road to the land of living debt-free with spiritual calm." --Tom Tucker, CCGC. Executive Director, California council on Problem Gambling
Letting Go of Envy
by Patti NormileEnvy is one of the more unpleasant aspects of the human psyche, and if we’re honest, we are all colored by its sickly hue from time to time. We also know that emotional, physical, and spiritual illness can arise from unbridled envy—in ways both trivial and tragic. Left unchecked, envy can give rise to resentment and anger. However, with the aid of our Christian faith, we can heal the wounds of envy and find our way to the true happiness that God desires for each one of us. This Focus on Faith book aims to help you do both.
Letting Go of Good: Dispel the Myth of Goodness to Find Your Genuine Self
by Andrea Mathews"Mathews identifies a psychological pattern that largely goes unrecognized, but which is epidemic, and she offers sound, solid solutions. This very wise book deserves a wide reception."—Larry Dossey, MD, author of One MindStop Being Good and Start Getting RealRediscover your true self with Letting Go of Good, an empowering guide to dismantling the false connection between being good and being worthy. While exposing the dangers of the guilt-led life, practicing psychotherapist Andrea Mathews shares innovative tools and techniques for healing, including how to understand and dialogue with emotions, develop intuition and discernment, and make decisions from a place of honest desire and compassion.Featuring a foreword by Thomas Moore, author of Care of the Soul, this book provides the guidance you need to embrace the real, authentic you. With illuminating composite examples from Andrea's clinical experience and a powerful exploration of the pathway to healing, Letting Go of Good presents a breakthrough approach to creating genuine relationships and awakening your true self to find peace.Praise:"In this wonderful book, Andrea offers an important and insightful message for those seeking the next step in a life of freedom."—Jonathan Ellerby, PhD, bestselling author of Return to the Sacred"This beautifully expressed book is a true gift for those many who feel lost or depressed about the celebration of life."—Nancy Qualls-Corbett, PhD, author of The Sacred Prostitute: Eternal Aspects of the Feminine and Awakening Woman"Andrea Mathews not only understands the depths to which we go to remain in the human condition, but also the purity of the soul in that collaboration. Letting Go of Good: Dispel the Myth of Goodness to Find Your Genuine Self is a powerful bridge between the two, allowing the authentic self to emerge beyond the identity."—Simran Singh, life mentor, award-winning author of Conversations with the Universe, and media creator for 11:11 Magazine
Letting Go of Nothing: Relax Your Mind and Discover the Wonder of Your True Nature (An Eckhart Tolle Edition)
by Peter RussellA practical and empowering approach to the age-old quest to let go of the thoughts and feelings that block happiness, impede change, and hinder self-acceptance Anyone who has dipped a toe into any of the world&’s spiritual traditions knows that letting go and letting be are key. But how? In this fresh, frank, and powerful guide, Peter Russell allows readers to see that the things we get hung up on are generally not tangible problems in the present, but are instead thoughts, feelings, interpretations, beliefs, or expectations we have about them. These are not actual things; they exist only in our minds. And we can strip these &“no-things&” of their power and let them go by making a simple change of mind. Russell boils this letting go down to remarkably easy methods of accepting, acknowledging, recognizing, and even befriending what we tend to run from. This paradoxical practice generates peace of mind, fresh perspectives, and wisdom in action. In turbulent times like ours, this is a true power, one available to us all.
Letting Go of Perfectionism: Stop Striving and Start Living (Overcoming Common Problems)
by Yesel YoonSo many people struggle silently with feeling good enough and going above and beyond their limits in order to achieve "perfection". They're successful at work and in their personal lives, but this comes at a significant emotional, mental, and sometimes physical toll. They want an escape, they want permission to stop, slow down, or have things be somewhat easier, but they're scared to make change because they're not sure what that looks like or the implication on their careers, relationships, and personal identity."Who am I outside of my accomplishments"? "Who am I outside of being someone who does things for other people?" "Who am I if I'm not always working or doing something?"This book will provide the social and cultural context for how these tendencies towards perfectionism emerge. By having a better sense of why we have bought into a narrative of "more is better" and perpetual optimization and doing better, people can start to re-align how they want to live.Written by an Asian American therapist who has lived experience with managing her own perfectionism, this blend of advice and perspective will help come up with their own solutions to problematic perfectionistic tendencies and gain a better understanding of how they want to make values-driven decisions in their lives.
Letting Go of Perfectionism: Stop Striving and Start Living (Overcoming Common Problems)
by Yesel YoonSo many people struggle silently with feeling good enough and going above and beyond their limits in order to achieve "perfection". They're successful at work and in their personal lives, but this comes at a significant emotional, mental, and sometimes physical toll. They want an escape, they want permission to stop, slow down, or have things be somewhat easier, but they're scared to make change because they're not sure what that looks like or the implication on their careers, relationships, and personal identity."Who am I outside of my accomplishments"? "Who am I outside of being someone who does things for other people?" "Who am I if I'm not always working or doing something?"This book will provide the social and cultural context for how these tendencies towards perfectionism emerge. By having a better sense of why we have bought into a narrative of "more is better" and perpetual optimization and doing better, people can start to re-align how they want to live.Written by an Asian American therapist who has lived experience with managing her own perfectionism, this blend of advice and perspective will help come up with their own solutions to problematic perfectionistic tendencies and gain a better understanding of how they want to make values-driven decisions in their lives.
Letting Go of Shame: Understanding How Shame Affects Your Life
by Ronald Potter-Efron Patricia Potter-EfronLetting Go of Shame: Understanding How Shame Affects Your Life helps to explain the emotion of shame and its impact on our self-image and relationships.As we identify shame and use recovery skills to work through it, Letting Go of Shame: Understanding How Shame Affects Your Like helps to explain the emotion of shame and its impact on our self-image and relationships. The authors offer us a way that we can personalize a plan of action to help build our self-esteem, and they suggest exercises to help us identify our feelings of shame.
Letting Go of Your Bananas: How to Become More Successful by Getting Rid of Everything Rotten in Your Life
by Daniel T. DrubinDo you tend to cling to old work habits? Fall into self-defeating, familiar ways of relating to the key people in your life? Now in this concise, step-by-step program, Dr. Daniel T. Drubin hands you 12 vital keys that can truly liberate you and your potential. You'll get all the tools you need, including a special to-do list at the end of every chapter that can bring immediate results; and illuminating stories from Dr. Drubin's own life, which will teach and inspire you.
Letting Go: How to Heal Your Hurt, Love Your Body and Transform Your Life
by Emma WoolfExploring the issues of love, loss, healing and happiness, this manifesto for freedom from one of feminism’s liveliest voices will guide you on the path to feeling newly, truly confident.
Letting Magic In: A Memoir of Becoming
by Maia TollFrom Maia Toll, the best-selling author of the Wild Wisdom series and The Night School, comes the enchanted story of her own magical awakening, a journey from Brooklyn to Ireland that will inspire readers to uncover their own inner magic. "Toll focuses on her own winding path, one that will resonate with seekers." — People What is the word for craving a relationship with the earth, plants, rocks, and stars? What do you call someone who finds their spirit sparked by these relationships; whose concept of the sacred is altered by the scent of jasmine in bloom or the deep indigo of a sky awaiting nightfall? We&’re taught that doctors know our bodies and priests know our souls. But what if you&’re a person seeking to understand both for yourself without an intermediary? What is the word for these feelings and the person we become when we honor them? For writer Maia Toll, that word is magic. Magic points to something intrinsic to, and necessary for, the wholeness of the human spirit. It&’s a marker for the gnawing craving for a connection which includes, but also stretches beyond, the human realm. The exploration of this word was part of her search for both personal empowerment and a sense of cosmic connectedness, the yin and yang of our lives. In Letting Magic In Maia shares the story of her own magical becoming—from the untimely death of a friend that leads her to abandon Brooklyn in favor of the small town of Beacon, NY, to taking a yearlong sabbatical of exploration, and finally to Ireland, where she studied under an herbalist and learned the true magic of listening to the earth itself. This book is the story of one woman's becoming—the story of pushing past the boundaries of what once seemed possible to discover the extraordinary all around us. In it Maia shares how she learned to let magic in so she could live the life she longed for—one filled with curiosity, connection, and the deepest kind of inner knowing. In this soulfully written recollection—peppered throughout with magical learnings and rituals gathered along the way—Maia uncovers the things that change you in unexpected ways and guide you to become the person you never knew you wanted to be, but perhaps, always were. This she could call magic. And through Letting Magic In you will gain the courage and the wisdom to find your own.
Letting go of the Need to Control: Hazelden Classics for Clients
by Ann M.Control issues are common among those of us who are chemically dependent. This pamphlet provides constructive methods to let go of self-defeating behaviors.Control issues are common among those of us who are chemically dependent. This pamphlet provides constructive methods to let go of self-defeating behaviors.
Levantarse y luchar: Cómo superar la adversidad con la resiliencia
by Rafi SantosConoce las herramientas para aceptar y superar la incertidumbre y el miedo. Afrontamos un futuro cada vez con menos certezas, y nos encontramos ante situaciones que nos hacen sentir extremadamente vulnerables: inseguridad laboral, cambios tecnológicos, enfermedades... Y aquí, precisamente, entra en juego la resiliencia, la capacidad que todos tenemos o podemos desarrollar, para afrontar las dificultades de forma constructiva y, de este modo, lograr los recursos que nos permitan seguir luchando a pesar de haber pasado por una situación traumática. Para explicar en qué consiste la resiliencia y transmitir al lector las claves para su desarrollo, Rafaela Santos parte de testimonios de personas que superaron situaciones realmente dramáticas, que lucharon y vencieron; personas para las que enfrentarse a la adversidad fue un punto de partida. Los llamamos «héroes» y «heroínas» porque, pudiendo haber sucumbido, aprendieron a levantarse. Desarrollar esta cualidad y aprender a ganar impulso después de las caídas es necesario, quizá hoy más que nunca. Es importante saber que tenemos capacidades que muchas veces no desarrollamos hasta que las circunstancias nos obligan a ponernos al límite. Reseñas:«El hombre que no ha pasado por circunstancias adversas realmente no se conoce bien.»Viktor Frankl «De fondo subyace mi confianza en una gran maestra. Ella nos saca del tedio, del confort y de la rutina, nos espabila con sus preguntas y exigencias, y nos urge a responder con celeridad y firmeza. También nos protege de la vanidad y de la autocomplacencia, impidiendo que nos deslicemos por la fina y resbaladiza pendiente del aburguesamiento. Se llama adversidad, seguro que la conocen. Es una señorita que tarde o temprano, cuando menos la esperamos, nos cursa su visita. Este libro es de lectura obligada para repensar y vivir la resiliencia.»Santiago Álvarez de Mon, profesor de IESEBusiness School «Sabiendo que todo se puede superar con esperanza, voluntad y optimismo; y viendo la vida como lo que es: un regalo, creo que no hay nada que te propongas y no consigas. Ese instinto de supervivencia es el que nos hace ser resilientes. ¡No queda otra! En este libro encontrarás las claves para conseguirlo.»Irene Villa, psicóloga, periodista, campeona paralímpica de esquí alpino y víctima del terrorismo «Hasta en los peores momentos recuerda que más adelante hay más. Levantarse y luchar aporta las claves para descubrir que la resiliencia es una actitud ante las dificultades de la vida.»Ernesto Sáenz de Buruaga, periodista «La doctora Santos nos demuestra, con casos reales, que la resiliencia, como los grandes logros deportivos, es el resultado del esfuerzo, el espíritu de superación y la resistencia a la derrota.»Jorge Valdano, ex director general del Real Madrid, entrenador y deportista de élite
Levante Para O Sucesso: Aumente Sua Energia E Alcance Objetivos Com Uma Rotina Matinal
by Mayara Leal S. J. ScottDESCUBRA:: Por que pessoas bem-sucedidas realizam mais coisas antes das 9h.Você está com dificuldade para alcançar seus objetivos? A razão pela qual a maioria das pessoas não são bem-sucedidas é que elas não conseguem seguir uma estratégia dia após dia. Em vez disso, elas começam cada dia "esperando" ter tempo suficiente para agir com relação aos seus objetivos.Se você examinar de perto, as pessoas mais bem-sucedidas do mundo começam cada dia em um estado energizado, prontas para realizar qualquer objetivo. Qual é o segredo delas? Aquela *coisa* que elas fazem diferente é priorizar cada dia de uma forma que a tarefa mais importante seja completada primeiro. Simplificando: as pessoas bem-sucedidas têm rotinas matinais que as ajudam a se sentir energizadas e prontas para se concentrar em seu objetivo mais importante.COMECE HOJE:: Viva cada dia como se fosse o últimoEm "Levante para o Sucesso", você vai aprender a viver cada dia como se fosse o último. Você não vai mais se arrastar para fora da cama e desperdiçar as primeiras horas. Em vez disso, você vai aprender como começar o dia criando uma energia que será aproveitada ao se concentrar em UM objetivo inovador que vá fazer a diferença em sua vida.Uma rotina matinal é simples e eficaz. Ela é fácil de ser adaptada às suas circunstâncias e metas específicas. E o melhor de tudo: ela foi testada. Dentro deste livro, você vai descobrir estratégias comprovadas para ajudá-lo a tirar o máximo proveito dessas preciosas primeiras horas.BAIXE:: Levante para o Sucesso - Aumente sua energia e alcance objetivos com uma rotina matinal Levante para o Sucesso contém um plano passo a passo para a criação de um ritual matinal poderoso.Dentro deste guia, você vai aprender a:** Criar uma rotina noturna que o prepare para uma manhã energizada** Utilizar 25 dicas para ter uma n
Level Up Your Life: How to Unlock Adventure and Happiness by Becoming the Hero of Your Own Story
by Steve KambIn 5 years, Steve Kamb has transformed himself from wanna-be daydreamer into a real-life superhero and actually turned his life into a gigantic video game: flying stunt planes in New Zealand, gambling in a tuxedo at the Casino de Monte-Carlo, and even finding Nemo on the Great Barrier Reef. To help him accomplish all of these goals, he built a system that allowed him to complete quests, take on boss battles, earn experience points, and literally level up his life. If you have always dreamed of adventure and growth but can’t seem to leave your hobbit-hole, Level Up Your Life is for you. Kamb will teach you exactly how to use your favorite video games, books, and movies as inspiration for adventure rather than an escape from the grind of everyday life. Hundreds of thousands of everyday Joes and Jills have joined Steve’s Rebellion through his popular website, NerdFitness.com, and leveled up their lives—losing weight, getting stronger, and living better. In Level Up Your Life, you’ll meet more than a dozen of these members of The Rebellion: men and women, young and old, single and married, from all walks of life who have created superhero versions of themselves to live adventurously and happily. Within this guide, you’ll follow in their footsteps and learn exactly how to:• Create your own “Alter Ego” with real-life super powers• Build your own Epic Quest List, broken into categories and difficulty levels• Hack your productivity habits to start making progress • Train your body for any adventure• Build in rewards and accountability that will actually motivate you to succeed• Travel the world freely (and cheaply) • Recruit the right allies to your side and find powerful mentors for guidanceAdventure is out there, and the world needs more heroes. Will you heed the call?
Level Up: How to Get Focused, Stop Procrastinating, and Upgrade Your Life
by Rob Dial“Packed with valuable insights, unique lessons, and practical steps, this book will help you break through your procrastination and take immediate action toward your goals.”—Jay Shetty, New York Times bestselling author of Think Like a Monk and 8 Rules of LoveLevel Up will revolutionize the way you approach your life and your goals. This book from world-renowned high-performance coach and host of The Mindset Mentor podcast, Rob Dial, presents a groundbreaking roadmap to unlock your full potential and transform your life. In it, you will find:A transformative system designed to revolutionize the way you approach your goals, success, and personal motivation.Powerful secrets of highly successful individuals who have mastered the art of focus, defeated their procrastination, and achieved extraordinary results.Cutting-edge research in neuroscience and psychology, unveiling the science behind mental focus and motivation.Tools that empower you to understand and control your mind like never before. This book has cracked the code to peak performance and you will learn how to apply these secrets to your own life. Level Up is not just another self-help book. It is a step-by-step guide that helps you get from where you are now to the life you truly want to be as fast as possible.Whether you're struggling with distractions, overwhelmed by a chaotic schedule, or simply seeking a path to personal excellence, Level Up is the game-changer you've been waiting for.
Level Up: Your Mental Toughness Boot Camp
by Michelle RibeiroReach your peak psychological potential with these 120 activities that challenge and build emotional strength, flexibility, and resiliency so you can overcome any obstacle.Mental toughness no longer has to be reserved for Navy Seals, world-class athletes, or high-powered CEOs. Now you can also experience this trait to help you succeed and reach your peak potential. You can train yourself to take on these challenges with ease. In Level Up, learn how to tackle any obstacle with composure, clear thinking, and dexterity. This activity-based book builds your mental strength through 120 exercises, prompts, quizzes, and more. These exercises will help you increase your mental focus, emotional resiliency, and psychological agility, all of which allow you to constantly evaluate where you are and keep pushing you closer to your goals. Work through your aspirations without getting bogged down by the obstacles and experience mental toughness—no matter how hard things get.
Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate Your Personal and Professional Development
by Ryan LeakExperience explosive growth and success in your career and personal life by taking ownership of your personal development and understanding you don't need to know all the answers—but you do need to ask the right questions.Whether you're a leader of ten, a hundred, or many more, there's no one more important to lead than yourself. If you're not leading yourself, why would anyone else want to follow you? Ryan Leak speaks to thousands of leaders every year, and he has learned that the most successful people have taken ownership of their own development—and in order to realize your potential, you need to fully understand yourself.Being a great leader is not about having all the answers but asking the right questions—and that starts with careful introspection and inviting others to tell you what they see in you. Leveling Up helps you focus on the person you're becoming and think about the goals you want to accomplish. Some of the twelve strategic questions in this book include:What is it like to be around me? (The Self-Awareness Question)What credit can I give away? (The Team Player Question)Who knows who I really am? (The Transparency Question)What's my definition of success? (The Vision Question)Do I have to do it all? (The Rest Question)Am I enjoying it? (The Fun Question) Leadership theory and business practices are important to study, but nothing is better than discovering the answers that will reveal who you are at your core, where you want to go in your career and life in general, and how you can influence and impact those around you.