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This intelligent and entertaining book shows how the scientific study of happiness is changing the field of economics–and the world! –Daniel Gilbert, author of ‘Stumbling On Happiness’ and Professor of Psychology, Harvard University. Dr. Nattavudh (Nick) Powdthavee is a researcher in applied microeconometrics, happiness data, health economics, labour economics, experimental and behavioural economics at the University of York. Discussions of his work have appeared in over 50 major international newspapers in the past five years, including the New York Times and the Guardian, as well as on TV including Channel 5 News and The Wright Stuff. Read the3rdimagazine review

Despite the book being titled, “7 Attributes For Success” it is firmly based upon what Pat calls her A, B, C core techniques for wellbeing. But the defining strategy in Pat‘s method is that you have to do it! It is not good enough to read the book and then file it away on the book-shelf. The techniques have to be understood, learned and, most importantly, practiced! To steal a phrase from yogi Sri K Pattabhi Jois “Practice, practice and all is coming”. So while here we are reviewing a book, the book itself is not meant to be just read…it is meant to be an instruction manual that can be followed to allow you to make improvements to your everyday life.
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Many life coaches tell us how to aspire to do more, live better and more fulfilled lives, but offer very little practical guidance in getting there. This book is different. Marion is a knowledgeable and compelling speaker and the power of her message MAXIMISE YOUR MOMENT is wonderfully conveyed in this book. It is an easy read, packed with activities to get you thinking about your life and how to maximise your potential, and a book that you can come back to for a quick “energy boost” at those tricky moments when work-life balance gets un-balanced!
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Even if you’re used to thinking outside the box, this book gives an added dimension to possibilities. I’ve read it front to back twice and get something different from it each time. I also use it to dip in and out of to explore where I am in situations, to determine what could be an alternative way of thinking about something. It’s been so helpful for making big and small decisions, as well as writing articles and blogs. Tom’s a master at taking a concept and pushing it … he’s done it simply and accessibly. Readers have no option but to wake up and taste differences in their lives in all manner of ways.
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David Baker is Principal of University College Plymouth St Mark & St John and Professor of Strategic Information Management there. He has published widely in the fields of strategic management. Bernadette Casey left school at 16 and was married with a child by the age of 19. Balancing the domestic with a desire for knowledge, she went on to further and higher education as a mature student, gaining an Honours degree in Sociology and Politics from Plymouth Polytechnic in 1978, an MA from the University of Manchester in 1979 and a PhD, also from Manchester in 1987.
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The Career Itch – Grace Owen
‘The Career Itch’ offers a new solution to an old problem, advice, encouragement and hope to the many people that are unhappy at work and explains how by paying attention to this inner restlessness you can start to take control of what you do next. The book takes you through four key steps: I for Identity; T for Thinking, C for Change and H for Habit. It includes inspiring case studies and plenty of ‘Things for You to Do’ designed to help you discover more about yourself and what you want and support you in taking action.
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AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH by AL GORE
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The truth about the climate crisis is an inconvenient one that means we are going to have to change the way we live our lives. Our climate crisis may at times appear to be happening slowly, but in fact it has become a true planetary emergency and we must recognise that we are facing a crisis. So why is it that some leaders seem not to hear the clarion warnings? Are they resisting the truth because they know that the moment they acknowledge it, they will face a moral imperative to act? Is it simply more convenient to ignore the warnings?

SIX DEGREES: OUR FUTURE ON A HOTTER PLANET by MARK LYNAS
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Scientists predict that global temperatures will rise by between one and six degrees over the course of this century and Mark Lynas paints a chilling, degree-by-degree picture of the devastation likely to ensue unless we act now! Six Degrees is a rousing and vivid plea to choose a different future.

CRUCIAL CONVERSATIONS by KERRY PATTERSON et al.
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“What a profound and timely book! Here is the cure for arguments and misunderstandings; for mediocrity and frustration. This book offers a wealth of principles and skills that will dramatically improve your career, your organization, and your relationships.” Stephen R. Covey
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MY BIG TOE by THOMAS CAMPBELL
Campbell’s Big TOE refers to nothing less than a Theory of Everything. In a bigger picture of our existence than is usually presented, My Big TOE weaves many theories together to create a model of reality through which you can begin your journey towards a higher quality of consciousness.
Campbell’s books are derived from his own experiences with altered states of consciousness, his work and experiments with respected people in various fields, and the objective verification of the results. The author shows how previously, Philosophy, Physics, and Metaphysics clashed in their isolated quests for answers to the nature of reality, and that, by setting the camera of our conscious mind to a wide-angle lens, we can better understand reality in the larger sense. Read the3rdimagazine review

MACROBIOTICS FOR LIFE by SIMON BROWN
This comprehensive guide to natural living is perfection. Simon Brown gives readers a great place to begin their transformation, with understanding and clear, gentle examination of the theories that are the foundation of macrobiotics. He has left the dogma behind and placed his focus on the beautiful wisdom that makes macrobiotics one of the most powerful life journeys you can imagine. This book is for anyone and everyone with an interest in creating their best life.

MODERN DAY MACROBIOTICS by SIMON BROWN
As you eat different foods you take in their energies and these in turn interact with your own internal energies. The resulting new energy may make you feel different emotionally; it may help you to think differently; or it may help lift your spirits. The longer you eat foods with similar energy the deeper and onger lasting this influence will be. Eating macrobiotic foods – primarily whole, living, unprocessed foods, all naturally low on the glycaemic index – can make improvements to health and state of mind. This book presents how to take advantage of this diet, with a range of eating programmes that target specific needs from a one day tone up, to a 4 month healing plan.

PRACTICAL WABI SABI by SIMON BROWN
When I read Practical Wabi Sabi by Simon G. Brown out of a budding interest in the subject, I KNEW that I had found a major key to help deal with the constant buzz in our heads, eyes and and ears in this electronic, microwaves, satallite-connected world. Simon offers a way to handle the insanity of modern life in a way other than stuffing ourselves with high corn fructose foods, or other drugs of choice, including ‘retail therapy’, in a desperate attempt to handle the mounting stresses in our lives. I LOVE this book which truly is practical, enjoyable and even gives a sense of spirituality no matter what your religious background.

LEARN TO MEDITATE by DAVID FONTANA
This colourful book will inspire and inform those beginning the journey within. David Fontana combines teachings from all the major traditions with his considerable experience of the subject to provide a catalyst for those on the path to self-awareness. His step-by-step approach introduces the many aspects of meditation with a series of exercises, encouraging the reader to experience the ideas for themselves as they go along. All the essential topics, such as breath and posture, are covered clearly and concisely providing a solid framework to work within. Focusing the wayward mind is, for many people, the main hurdle in meditation. The simple techniques shown in the book conspire to remove any obstacles from the path. Read the3rdimagazine review

FENG SHUI LIFE COACH by SIMON BROWN
The ancient art of feng shui has long been used to maximise the energy of homes and living spaces. Now expert author Simon Brown shows you how to use the same principles to heal and transform your inner space, just as it works on the rooms in which you live and work. Featuring step-by-step instructions and guidance on defining your goals and becoming sensitive to the energies around you, this indespensible guide also features detailed decor plans for the key rooms in your home – everything you need to maximise the potential of feng shui

THE HEALER by SIMON BROWN
“The Healer” presents a life changing philosophy that incorporates Zen Buddhism within a romantic story. It is a new age novel that openly explores the disappointments, excesses and arrogance that can befall a guru as well as the heart warming, healing interactions and profound, positive thoughts that are found within new age movements. This is a thought-provoking story about a young man’s transformation from a mundane life to that of a healer and ultimately his starting a new religion. Yet, at the pinnacle of his success, his life is shattered through arrogance and personal tragedy precipitating the painful rebuilding of his new life and new self.

7 LAWS OF SPIRITUAL SUCCESS by DEEPAK CHOPRA
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This is a simple yet profound guide to creating abundance and prosperity in our lives. Chopra outlines simple steps to wealth consciousness based on a true understanding of the natural world. From the Back Cover. This is a book you will cherish for a lifetime, for within its pages are the secrets to making all your dreams come true. In The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, Deepak Chopra distils the essence of his teachings into seven simple, yet powerful principles that can be easily applied to create success in all areas of your life.

HOW TO SUCCEED AS AN NLP THERAPIST AND COACH
First things first, this is a genuinely useful book for any NLP graduate who wants to set themselves up as an NLP coach/practitioner. It is not another book that introduces NLP or covers the NLP techniques; it is instead a book that covers the practicalities of creating your own NLP coaching business, The handbook is an easy read, written in a very ‘chatty’ style. Indeed, the author is utilising conversational NLP with you as the reader, often speaking to you directly as if she was in the room with you.

THE SECRET by RHONDA BYRNE
This book is simply stunning. Anyone can access its power to bring themselves health, wealth and happiness. I know, I have used it !! Fragments of The Secret have been found in oral traditions, literature, religions and philosophies throughout the centuries. Beautiful in its simplicity, and mind-dazzling in its ability to really work, The Secret reveals the mystery of the hidden potential within us all. By unifying leading-edge scientific thought with ancient wisdom and spirituality, the riveting, practical knowledge will lead readers to a greater understanding of how they can be the masters of their own lives

CHANGE YOUR LIFE WITH NLP by LINDSEY AGNESS
Amazon Description: Do you yearn for change in your life? Perhaps you wish your life was better organised, more fulfilling, happier and more contented. Do you put off making the changes you dream of because you’ve tried in the past, and failed? Break free from the fear of failure; fire-up your motivation, your confidence and your self-esteem; understand that you have everything you need to succeed and believe that the secret to your success lies within you. Change Your Life with NLP will show you how you can make the changes to your life that you want – with amazing results.

HOW TO MAKE FRIENDS AND INFLUENCE PEOPLE by DALE CARNEGIE
Amazon Description: Millions of people around the world have – and continue to – improve their lives based on the teachings of Dale Carnegie. In “How to Win Friends and Influence People”, Carnegie offers practical advice and techniques, in his exuberant and conversational style, for how to get out of a mental rut and make life more rewarding. His advice has stood the test of time and will teach you how to: make friends quickly and easily; increase your popularity; win people to your way of thinking; enable you to win new clients and customers; become a better speaker and a more entertaining conversationalist; and, arouse enthusiasm among your colleagues. This book will turn around your relationships and improve your dealings with all the people in your life.

FEEL THE FEAR AND DO IT ANYWAY by SUSAN JEFFERS
Amazon Customer Review: This book is about the fears that we all have in our lives to some degree. Fear of failing. Fear of succeeding. Fear of decisions. Fear of aging, of loss or of helplessness. The books basic premise is, that your aim should not be to get rid of your fears. You should feel your fear, but not let it stop you from doing things you really want to do.

7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE by STEPHEN R COVEY
Amazon Description: This book is recognised as one of the most influential books ever written. In this seminal work, Stephen R. Covey presents a holistic, integrated, principle-centred approach for solving personal and professional problems. With penetrating insights and pointed anecdotes, Covey reveals a step-by-step pathway for living with fairness, integrity, honesty and human dignity — principles that give us the security to adapt to change, and the wisdom and power to take advantage of the opportunities that change creates.

SECRETS OF SUCCESSFUL WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS by SUE STOCKDALE
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There are many successful female entrepreneurs in the UK, yet most are not well known. This book shares the inspiring stories of ten successful women with lessons on overcoming challenges, gaining motivation and turning your dreams into reality. By following the author’s Seven Steps to Success, you’ll be able to put what you learn to practical use.

85 INSPIRING WAYS TO MARKET YOUR SMALL BUSINESS by JACKIE JARVIS
This book is for the many people who run their own small to medium-sized business and who want to make it grow. The book sets out to be your own, pocket, marketing consultant – without the expense. Not only does it offer some great ideas but it explains how each idea will benefit your business, what you need to do to make it work, and how you can apply it to your own business immediately. Through a series of special response questions it cleverly gets across marketing ideas in combination with the vital thinking behind their application. Read the3rdimagazine review

HOW TO BECOME A MONEY MAGNET by MARIE-CLAIRE CARLYLE
Are you working hard, only to reach a ceiling on your wealth? Are you unconsciously sabotaging your chances of having more money? This book is about attracting money easily. Marie-Claire shares with you the seven basic steps to becoming a Money Magnet. Based on her original ‘How to become a Money Magnet!’ workshop, the book is filled with case studies of real people who have taken the seven steps, as well as exercises to help you find the Money Magnet within you.

THE MASTER KEY SYSTEM by CHARLES F. HAANDEL
Bill Gates is alleged to be a convert. I am and found this method accesible and logical. It is not your run of the mill business-in-a-box book; it requires some deeper thought but because of that is profound and inspiring. Haanel argues that everyone’s subconscious is a part of the Universal Consciousness. This gives the individual access to great creative power, in any aspect of life.
The trick, therefore, is to learn how to discipline your inner world, to channel your thinking – so that inner creation is positive and your outside world develops to reflect this.

THE BALANCED SCORECARD Translating Strategy into Action by KAPLAN and NORTON
This is a universal corporate strategy “bible”. In my experience it can be extremely effective but may be “over-kill” for the SME and entrepreneur in the developing days of business growth. Now supported by a Microsoft application,however, it is the book-by the recognized architects of the Balanced Scorecard–that shows how managers can use this revolutionary tool to mobilize their people to fulfill the company’s mission.  More than just a measurement system, the Balanced Scorecard is a management system that can channel the energies, abilities, and specific knowledge held by people throughout the organization toward achieving long-term strategic goals.

UNLIMITED POWER by ANTHONY ROBBINS
Anthony Robbins is the world-reknowned personal and business-related motivational speaker. His range of books, CD’s and tours have helped thousands of bpeople re-assess their life and goals and find the person inside us all that is strong, focussed and satisfied. In this self-help guide shows readers step-by-step how to perform at their peak while gaining emotional and financial freedom, attaining leadership and self-confidence, and winning the confidence of others. It should enable the reader to gain the knowledge and courage to remake themselves.

COACH YOURSELF TO A NEW CAREER
Don’t fear taking the leap into a new career with this seven step program from bestselling author and life coach Talane Miedaner. Whatever the situation or economic environment, Coach Yourself to a New Career gives you the tools to take matters into your own hands by assessing your needs and strengths, finding the right work fit, weighing options and possible sacrifices, and preparing your family for transitions. Packed with expert advice and helpful examples from her many statistical clients—as well as her own career change process—Miedaner shows how anyone can reinvent their professional life. Read the3rdimagazine review

STILL 25 INSIDE
Whatever happened to all those dreams you once had? You can remember a time when you thought anything was possible, but now you’ve reached the mid-point of your life and maybe it feels as if you’ve left it too late?  Happily you’re wrong, and in this book personal development expert Lindsey Agness shows you how you can make every phase of your life as good, or indeed better, than what’s gone before.

RICH DAD POOR DAD by ROBERT T. KIYOSAKI
In the series of “Rich Dad” books there are many tips and methods for more effective life and business management. I have selected this particular book as cashflow is a currently the one thing that we have to micro-manage in these times of credt-crunch.  THE CASHFLOW QUADRANT will reveal why some people work less, earn more, pay less in taxes, and feel more financially secure than others. It is simply a matter of knowing which quadrant to work from and when, and winning the confidence of others. It should enable the reader to gain the knowledge and courage to remake themselves.

RICH DAD POOR DAD 2 by ROBERT T. KIYOSAKI
In the series of “Rich Dad” books there are many tips and methods for more effective life and business management. I have selected this particular book as cashflow is a currently the one thing that we have to micro-manage in these times of credt-crunch.  THE CASHFLOW QUADRANT will reveal why some people work less, earn more, pay less in taxes, and feel more financially secure than others. It is simply a matter of knowing which quadrant to work from and when, and winning the confidence of others. It should enable the reader to gain the knowledge and courage to remake themselves.

COACHING SKILLS FOR LEADERS IN THE WORKPLACE by JACKIE ARNOLD
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Supports leaders wanting to add formal coaching skills to those used in a leadership or management role. This book provides guidance on the requirements for the Institute of Leadership and Management.Amazon Review: ‘Jackie clearly shows how to set up a robust coaching programme, explores a wealth of case studies from both the private and public sector, and writes comprehensively on coaching supervision, the importance of coaching presence and self-reflection. If you are coaching in the workplace this book is a must!’ –Laura Berman Fortgang, American coaching pioneer and author. Read the3rdimagazine review

Everyone can draw and everyone can meet the true creative self within through the practice of drawing. Using specific techniques, many drawn from yoga, the reader will learn how to enter the meditative state of presence in which we find creative connection and expressive confidence. The CONFIDENT CREATIVE shows how the practice of drawing can unblock creativity and create confidence. Drawing brings us fully into the present moment where we connect with peace when we open to inspiration and creativity. Through the yogic technique of one-pointed focus, observing the mind and changing our energy to the positive, we learn to overcome creative blocks with ease and make quantum leaps in our art and lives. Other drawing books focus on the end product, this one focuses on how drawing can bring us into our true creative selves. Read the3rdimagazine review