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Prisoners of Our Own Beliefs

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I like real.

From the second I picked this book up I was taken in.

Gary Parent didn't learn to read until he was well past 40 years. He was a high school dropout when no one dropped out of high school.

No longer drifting down an endless highway, Gary's has changed his life and in rare fashion...shows everyone how they can make real changes in their own lives.

Parent has written a remarkable book. I'm not going to replicate his story which is written in long hand in the book. (kind of cool)

The first lesson is to not let people's opinions of you, get in your way of what you want in life. He has a nice triplet: "No Regret, No Retreat, No Surrender"

The dedication of the book is most unusual. He dedicates the book in part to the people who *stole his dreams.* He comes right out and acknowledges that without those thieves he would never have been given the obstacles to overcome.

The books layout is quirky looking. I didn't get it until near the end. I just thought it was poorly edited. Then it dawned on me...there was a subtle unconscious point to the odd font sizes and strange format. It's the author...who he was and is and how he evolves. Like the Davinci Code kind of thing.

Parent warns of the Circle of Influence around each of us. Those people who limit us...or try to...or how they help create possibilities.

He gives solid solutions to self doubt and the feelings of needing to conform.

I have to disagree with Parent's take on feelings. He states that no one can make you laugh or cry, angry or happy, etc. without your permission. I think that the direction he heads here is useful but the statement in total is a bit overstated as many others have. Try yelling at your 8 year old and see if it requires permission to get them to cry....

Gary's exposition on the three drivers of behavior (pain, fear and pleasure) simplifies some very complex terrain. It's really well done.

He goes into great detail about dream stealers and dream builders. I found these chapters very helpful.

And there is more about lifting limitations and really getting goals.

All of this done in a very unusual and unique way.

The book put me off at first with it's formatting but once I got that I really found that...and the rest.... valuable.

Get this book. Give it to your friends and give to your employees and then give it to your teenagers.


Kevin Hogan
Author of The Psychology of Persuasion

Through the influence of knowing Gary over the past years.
His patience of sharing his knowledge and understanding.
So I can not express how excited I am that Kevin Hogan Author
of Psychology of Persuasion has not only promoted this book,
he has published this "MUST HAVE BOOK"
Not only did it change my life, I know it will change yours.

Eric Baxter

President
PAGEmployment and
MY Video Productions

This book was so moving and so inspirational that I have read it over and over again. When others are bringing me down, this book reminds me that I have the power to bring myself back up.

If you've ever wondered why you can't get out of your own way and achieve the personal or professional success you desire, then read this book. You will have more than a few aha! moments. I have read it several times and have picked up something new each time. This book is simply written-- no psychobable to sift through. It will wake you up and show you how your belief system is shaped and how you can choose to change your life based on the acceptance or rejection of that belief system. Read this book now and read it often.

How could you read this book and NOT be inspired? After reading this book, you'll find that many of the "excuses" you had used to limit yourself have suddenly vanished. Thank you for sharing Gary!

Gary Parent speaks from the heart in this book. His personal experiances give credance to what is being said. A great book that is an easy read with a very direct message. If you do not get his message you might be the one who needs to learn how to read!

Once you get the message this book can change your life from the inside out!

This book helped me strenghten myself in my beliefs.
I enjoyed reading it. Then I gave the book to my mother to read.

I have known Gary Parent for about 3 years and have watched him
write this book, Gary has written a book I think everyone should
read. A self help book that really does help (what a change)
Dream Stealers everyone has them and this book helps you understand just how to deal with them. I have read this book many times and each time I see something new. Wonderful and personal all at the same time, Gary has started another book,
which I know will be as good as Prisoners of Our Own Beliefs.
A GREAT GIFT FOR THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE.
Jeanne Savoy

Having met and worked with Gary, we quickly discovered that he is one of the most fascinating individuals we've ever met. Anyone who speaks with Gary comes away learning a new perspective on a multitude of subjects. You immediately sense that he has found his inner self and wants others to conquer the obstacles that may be holding them back.

Larry and Theresa Ayotte

Prisoners of Our Own Beliefs was written to help those who are willing to explore new possibilities in their lives.

The first part of Prisoners of Our Own Beliefs is about exposing just how Dream Stealers hold you prisoner,how they steal your dreams, your desires and your life.

Being aware of the Dream Stealers in your life and their language will not only save your sanity it will change your life forever. By not only allowing you to see the world in a different way, but how you fit in it.

The secound part of Prisoners of Our Own Beliefs is about the Dream Builders in your life and their language.

Dream Builders love life and lifes challenges.

Their words of wisdom will ignite your imagination and ispire you to experience life in your own way.

Dream Builders will be the first to tell you that, knowing and understanding that it's ok to be who you are and that your opinions in life do not have to match anyone else's will give you a newfound freedom and Awaken You To A World of Endless Potential, Passion & Power.

Gary Parent, author of
Prisoners of Our Own Beliefs