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It can help one understand and remove the artificial limitations that normally holds one back.Unfortunately, the author appears to have stopped his research into philosophy when he got far enough to be able to surmount his artificial barriers and therefore has a few errors (contradictions) toward the end. While the author doesn't call it such, this is basically an introduction to rational philosophy.For those who have never been exposed to it, it can be like a breath of fresh air. For those wanting to go further, the book Introduction to Objectivist Epistemology: Expanded Second Edition is a logical next step.For those already versed in Objectivism, this book still offers a different perspective on how and why a rational philosophy is necessary, some good laughs, and a chance to test your logic skills to see the nature of the authors (few) errors.The only thing I really objected to in the book was a request at the beginning of the book to log on to a companion website ([.].), which is NOT free, before one had read the book to be able to better judge its value. This book has the subtitle "The Simple Science of Getting What You Want" but really focuses on removing things that get in a person's way - namely his/her own mental hang-ups. It focuses on teaching what most should be taught in schools, but isn't - how to think.
The writing style itself is somewhat of acquired taste - it is very conversational in nature. All the way at the back the reader will find a four step action plan "to getting what you want", but it is way too ordinary, perhaps even "simple".There were too many references to the website, which makes it almost undesirable to visit (to this day have not).Overall, an interesting read with nice scientific references.The value to the reader will greatly depend on the purpose of the purchase. The author claims to discover a "simple science of getting what you want". It may be quite annoying in the beginning, but eventually the reader will get used to it and even enjoy the unassuming tone.There are a couple of interesting nuggets of serious psychological analysis coupled with assertions that most self-help books are nothing but pseudo-science. If one intend to find out how do get what one wants - that would be a waste of money; if to spend an afternoon leafing through an easy book - go right ahead.Btw, not sure why it was paired with The 4-Hour Workweek - the only thing that the two have in common is writing style. The reality, unfortunately, is more than far from it. He does make a number of attempts to prove that there are existing alternatives to the ways we process information, but comes short of proposing a reliable system.
And I am especially interested in how to take these concepts and use them to create a more peaceful world. And he's got a wonderful exercise in the back that proves action brings you closer to your goal than simply trying to manifest it.Whether you agree with it all (I don't, though I do agree with most of it) or not, it's a very worthy read. In fact, he spends some time tearing down the movie "What the Bleep," because in his view, it doesn't begin to substantiate its claims.
Mark bought a copy of Principled Profit: Marketing That Puts People First a couple of years ago, gave me a ringing endorsement, and then asked me to contribute an essay for his bestselling "The Great Formula." Since I've been an admirer of his for many years, I was happy to oblige.The last few weeks, as he's been gearing up his latest launch, we've been discussing the application of business thinking to social change, prospects for Middle East peace, and all sorts of other stuff. It's Mark's unique twist to take that same practical eye for theory, and cross it with the scientific method and your personal power to achieve your goals.Goal achievement is a very popular topic lately, as witness the movie/book "The Secret," Jack Canfield's excellent "The success Principles," and a gajillion others. I've been having a fascinating private email conversation with Internet marketing legend and superstar author Mark Joyner.
But Mark being Mark, his is rather different. Shel Horowitz's award-winning sixth book, Principled Profit: Marketing That Puts People First, demonstrates how to build a business around ethics, environmental sustainability, and cooperative practices--and how to develop marketing that highlights those advantages. It's been fun.And it's great to see another one of the marketing gurus who comes at this with both a solid understanding of business and a clear desire to leave the world better than he found it.
(I can name a few others, too--I'm even thinking of starting a discussion group for socially conscious marketers).I've just finished reading his latest book, "Simpleology: The Simple Science of Getting What You Want." While his earlier books were mostly focused on practical, hands-on application of marketing theory, this book is different.
Maybe she's right. It will make you look at the way you communicate with others and how they communicate with you. The problem I had with the Secret is that the author made it sound like there was some kind of conspiracy going on to keep all of us from the truth. Unlike a lot of marketers who overwhelm you with hype, Mark's products deliver exactly what they say. I have read a lot of books on using your mind in order to change your life.
When you do that, and follow the scientific principles Mark has outlined, you will have all the tools you need to reach your goals.This is not just a book on helping you reach your goals, it's a book to help you succeed in business, relationships, and any other area of your life you want to change and/or improve.You'll want to read this book over and over. It will help you to learn to think and decide for yourself. This book is no exception.This book will really make you think. This is an abbreviated version of the actual Simpleology 101 course, and this information will help you decide whether or not the Simpleology course is right for you.This book will help you get your life off of autopilot. I found it to be a complete waste of time.Over the years I have read a lot of Mark Joyner's stuff. The problem is that this keeps all of us from getting what we really want out of life.Then Mark explains how to get off this merry-go-round of faulty thinking and how to arrive at what you need to do to get to where you want to be in life.In the last section of the book, Mark presents his five scientific principles for changing your life and reaching your goals. None of that magical thinking worked in my life. This gives others the desired result they want when they convince us to think a certain way.
This includes "The Secret". You will want to really take a look at what others say and what they really mean.Mark starts off by explaining the techniques that are used to get us to think a certain way. Apply these principles, and you will succeed.Jinger Jarrett, Author, Cashing in on Online Business: Internet Marketing to GO. The problem is that The Secret teaches magical thinking. I've used a few of his services, and he delivers.
Choose the shortest path to get to where you want to be.2. If you are searching for a self help book that will really help you, then you have found it. It is a quick easy read and is straight forward science no pep rally hear just the facts on how life works. Simple and effective.
Here are the laws that lead to success in the real world. I have seen this to be true in my life. Action and reaction are two things that you can never escape. You must focus sufficient energy on it until you have accomplished your goal.5.
Then you will learn how outside influences manipulate you and keep you in your current circumstances. You must focus sufficient attention on your target until you hit it.4. Simple*ology shows you "simply" what does and does not work on the path of getting what you want out of life. You must clearly see the target you are aiming for.3.
At the end of the book the laws for getting you to where you want to be are revealed.1. First you will learn why your limiting beliefs have you stuck where you are. Then the author shows how logic can be used to defend your mind against beliefs that do not benefit you.
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