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Managing Thought: How Do Your Thoughts Rule Your World?

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Mary Lore's book Managing Thought, has been instrumental in working through some very difficult situations both professionally and personally recently. Previously I would have approached a situation in a very linear manner, pursuing the results I want and correcting along the way to preserve the relationship, the outcome was routinely poor with damage to the relationship and the results were not what they could have been.
I recently had a business experience with a customer we had been trying to satisfy unsuccesfully for two years to complete a his project. We traveled to meet him, worked on his issues and intended to separate by leaving him a check for a significant sum of money and a cessation letter from our attorney. We worked hard to resolve as many issues on site as possible, but we still faced a legal termination of the relationship.

Managing Thought provided me with tools I used to resolve nearly all of our outstanding issues and bring about resolution 'without attorneys' for a 10th of our proposed settlement costs. What Mary's book taught me is the concept of creating separation between the negative thoughts coming out of your brain and the reality that those thoughts are different from who you are, what you want to present and what you want to accomplish! This was an epiphany to me. Adding that element of control and not reacting to situations with the thoughts presented by my brain helped me enormously. The discipline of treating negative thoughts as merely input 'and not always constructive' to the situation really opened my eyes. I am genuinely grateful to Mary and her wonderful book!

I was the Recording Engineer for the Audio Book version of this, and I can tell you from my experience with Mary in the studio that she lives by this stuff. She is passionate because she sees great progress in her own life as a result of her commitment to self-awareness.

This book is primarily geared toward executives, but even as a young adult I found its content applicable to anyone who truly wants to better themselves from the inside out.

Many of you know Mary, as she has spoken to a number of groups. I have a special affection for Mary, as her approach and process helped me through a difficult time (as did Mary, on a friendship level).

I recently eased past my 70th birthday, and my uninvited traveling companion was prostate cancer. For many men, having a doctor tell you that you have cancer is our introduction to mortality. There are a lot of thoughts that can quickly expand to fill the space created by the word "cancer."

Interesting how fate intercedes. As I was prepping for a difficult treatment, I met Mary. I heard her presentation, and we talked. And an Old Guy learned a new trick. Instead of just thinking, I thought about how I wanted to think about a fight that really mattered. And yes, I was one of those old-timers who thought this "mind-stuff" was a bit hokey. No longer! And I'm still here, writing this... :o)

So...I have had Mary's new book, "Managing Thought," for a few weeks, have done my "first read" (my step 1, followed by a more serious pawing when a book is interesting -- it is!). And I had a few reactions both for friends and the community of business executives I serve:

* First, the book captures -- and adds to -- Mary's message, which is: how we feel is preceded by a thought (or thoughts), and we can develop the ability to control what and how we think.

* Second, Mary's approach helps put (thinking) energy where it will get us the greatest positive return. We talk about spending time and energy where it will have the most impact -- why not the same for our own thinking (and then, actions)?

* Finally, many around us are facing tougher times. I've been there, as a CEO. What they think about, how they think about it, and where they put their energy will (likely) be crucial.

Many good books on the business side and on how to deal with stress will be recommended, as we deal with the effects of the economy and a changing landscape. Here is one on the "thinking" side -- where we ALL start! I recommend it.

This book, although geared toward the professional, to ease one toward professional success, was the best psychological self-help book I have every experienced. It cut through all my arguments, my mental blocks, my denial and set me on my personal path.
I don't need to figure out the meaning and impact of my past events in order to achieve the level of joy and awareness I have wanted. A quick check and adjustment of my mental focus is all that it takes to put me instantly into a state of open readiness for life's adventures. Mary showed me the simple tools required to work toward my goals. And they weren't the tools that I had ever been taught before!
Life has been a much more pleasant affair since I started managing my thoughts. It's the way we were meant to use our brain. We just didn't know.

I find this book very inspiring and it really has opened my eyes in the way that I approach every situation - Try it out, you won't be disappointed!

Managing Thought helps me in many ways, personally and professionally. When I read and listen to Managing Thought, I become inspired and equipped to better understand myself, and be successful on a daily basis.

Personally, my "one thing" to work on is recognizing my thoughts. By practicing this, I am able to better handle different situations the way I want to. I am able to create the outcome I desire. I've been able to take control over certain areas of my life, and feel more confident living the life I love.

Professional my "one thing" to work on is seeking to understand. I find myself listening more and asking more questions, which helps me gather details better, and has improved communication between myself and co-workers. After a recent review, one of my supervisors kept me after to share that she has noticed a major improvement in my management skills over the past year, and I have no doubt much of that can be attributed to the lessons of Managing Thought.

I would like to thank Mary Lore for creating and sharing her Managing Thought book and CD's. Listing to Managing Thought as I drive work nearly everyday inspires me to live the life I want to create!

This book may sound like a business book title, but it is useful in everyday life. Whether grieving or dealing with anticipation the steps in this book help you control your mind and use your emotions as if they were a dashboard. Oh, I'm sure it's good for business too.

This book is a must-read for anyone who feels overwhelmed and unfulfilled. Specifically, Mary's process helps readers:

- Become more aware of their thoughts and the impact those thoughts have on their perceptions, feelings, and behaviors.
- Define what matters most to them in life.
- Reframe/align their thoughts in a way that permits them to focus on achieving what matters most to them.

It includes practical exercises and suggestions for implementing Mary's key lessons.

This is a book I will re-read over time to help me stay focused on creating the results I want.

I absolutely *loved* reading Managing Thought.

I saw Mary speak about 3 years ago and her message was very powerful. I was so excited to read this book because it expands what I learned in the workshop. The book presents a step-by-step process of how to manage our thoughts in ways that lead to success.

What I liked the most was how she demonstrated managing thought by paying attention to the words that we use in our daily lives. I like how Mary is focused on creating results right now, in this moment, instead of `someday'. She gave me tools and techniques that make everything I am reading applicable to my day today. I've used many practices the book explains and have found significant changes everywhere in my business and life.

It's definitely a book I'll refer to for years to come. Thank you Mary, this book is simply fabulous. I hope that everyone at my office reads this so that we can all use these tools with each other.

I see myself in every chapter of this book. I've know Mary Lore for a number of years, as my boss and a trusted mentor.

Through MANAGING THOUGHT, I am again reminded: Mary gets it.

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