Any amount of inspirational reading will only provide us with techniques that could work if put into practice. This book explains the principles of self-talk - a unique way of reversing negativity, optimizing outlook, focusing plans and achieving success. The key is in affirming, telling yourself the right things which then reflect in a more positive lifestyle.

    The healing touchstone of millions, this modern classic by one of America's best-loved and most inspirational authors holds the key to understanding codependency and to unlocking its stultifying hold on your life.Is someone else's problem your problem? If, like so many others, you've lost sight of your own life in the drama of tending to someone else's, you may be codependent--and you may find yourself in this book--Codependent No More.The healing touchstone of millions, this modern classic by one of America's best-loved and most inspirational authors holds the key to understanding codependency and to unlocking its stultifying hold on your life.With instructive life stories, personal reflections, exercises, and self-tests, Codependent No More is a simple, straightforward, readable map of the perplexing world of codependency--charting the path to freedom and a lifetime of healing, hope, and happiness.Melody Beattie is the author of Beyond Codependency, The Language of Letting Go, Stop Being Mean to Yourself, The Codependent No More Workbook and Playing It by Heart.

    M. Scott Peck’s counseling, lecturing, and writing, and the conclusion of the classic bestselling Road trilogy, The Road Less Traveled and Beyond leads us to a deeper awareness of how to live rich, fulfilling lives in a world fraught with stress and anxiety.With the rare combination of profound psychological insight and deep spirituality that has already spoken to millions of readers, Dr. Peck talks about decision making and the choices we make every day in business and at home, and the ethical choices that may affect the very survival of humankind. We learn the difference between good and evil, to overcome narcissism, to love and be loved, to live with paradox, to accept the consequences of our actions all through life, and to come to terms with dying and death. Dr. Peck is a guide on the adventure that is life, learning, and spiritual growth—life’s greatest adventure. Building in depth from the very first chapter to its lyrical and poetic conclusion, The Road Less Traveled and Beyond is an adventure in itself.

    Original published in 1988 Berkley Publishing under the title of "The Advanced Formula For Total Success." For 13 years it continued to sell under that title. In 2002 Berkley Publishing discontinued publishing "The Advanced Formula For Total Success." As soon as it went out of print, it became a collector's item with copies selling for up to $100 per copy on the Amazon.com used books marketplace. In 2003 Dr. Anthony decided to update the book and republish it under the original name of Beyond Positive Thinking with an introduction by Joe Vitale.

    Eighty-five percent of the reason someone gets a job, keeps it, and moves ahead depends on people skills-the ability to deal with others effectively.In Top Performance, Zig Ziglar tells readers how to get the most out of themselves and others by developing people management skills. He reveals the qualities of good leadership-knowing how to channel people's energies and stimulate their desire to excel. In this essential guide, Ziglar also identifies the key factors to effective people management, provides specific solutions for overcoming and correcting poor management practices, and shares tried-and-true applications of people management principles that help readers move theory into the "real world" of everyday life. Rich with anecdotes and vivid illustrations, Top Performance provides specialized instruction for improving relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and subordinates. It is thoroughly revised from the original 1986 publication and includes updated stories and case studies for today's readers who want to achieve maximum effectiveness in any profession.

    A twentieth anniversary edition of Pauling's seminal work on the role of vitamins and minerals in preventing disease and achieving optimal health.

    Steiner discusses the various paths of self-development that lead across these two thresholds and to the transformation of human soul-forces into spiritual organs of perception.A brief synopsis: The world behind the tapestry of sensory perceptions; human life between macrocosm and microcosm.The planets and their connection with our sleeping and waking life; consciousness soul, mind soul, and sentient soul.The inner path of the mystic; the cycle of the year; the ability to see through matter; the "greater guardian of the threshold."The nature and development of human soul faculties; the "lesser guardian of the threshold"; the sun at midnight; the results of "sins of omission."The Egyptian mysteries of Osiris and Isis; initiation experiences; the Rosicrucian path; mystics of the Middle Ages.Initiation in the "northern mysteries"; the necessity of suppressing the ego; conscious assent into the macrocosm and the higher worlds; the world of archetypal images.The four spheres of the higher worlds; the threshold of the spirit world; forces for developing clairvoyant consciousness in the world of archetypal images.The macrocosm mirrored in the human being; the nervous system as an inner solar system; the image of purified blood and the conquest of our lower nature in the symbol of the Rose Cross.Spiritual organs of perception and the strengthening powers of sleep; the thinking of the heart; the ego viewed from twelve perspectives.Reading the akashic record; the transition from intellect to heart thinking; four-dimensional space; intellectual questions have no meaning in relation to conditions before the intellect itself existed.Human and planetary evolution; adaptation to the different states of Earth's existence; the breathing process should not be influenced directly unless knowledge has become prayer.

    I. Gurdjieff taught that we are not really awake, but are entranced automatons, controlled by mechanical habits of thought, perception and behavior. Tart clearly presents the evidence for how deeply asleep we are and its consequences, and then describes methods for becoming more awake, less asleep, more spiritual, less mechanical, allowing us to realize our full potential. Problems with spiritual teachers and groups along the way are sensitively analyzed and ways given to avoid them, so we can become more intelligent and compassionate, rather than members of some cult.

    Peale shows readers how to use the something extra that is within each of them in order to accomplish the impossible and achieve their true desires.

    In 25 fast-moving chapters, based on thousands of sales conversations, and the experience of more than 1,000,000 salespeople worldwide, you learn how to make more sales, faster than you ever thought possible.This book can quickly take you to the top of your field in professional selling, saving you years of hard work, and earning you thousands of dollars that you would have left on the table.

    Drawing on the work of leading psychologists and behavioral researchers, Brian Tracy – America's "success mentor" – demonstrates the attitude, deep self-knowledge and pin-pointed goals that are important factors in achieving great success. He'll help you identify your own "area of excellence" and master the tools that make each achiever tick, including:* How to sharpen your natural intuition;* How to increase your brain power;* How to change thoughts from negative to positive;* How to break bad habits quickly and painlessly.Packed with practical advice that lead to extraordinary results and will help you use every ounce of your potential.

    

    This book challenges readers to count the cost, take the necessary steps, and begin climbing toward the top of self-esteem and peace with God and others.