An enlightening journey into the untapped subject of willpower. This book's positive reinforcement, warm nature, and cleverly related illustrations set the stage for a desirable and successful learning environment. A guaranteed "pick-me-up" every time you pick it up! The Andersons define willpower as the "Strength of mind to carry out one's goals." They offer a sensible, easy-to-comprehend "Building Block Approach" that teaches us how to develop and use this valuable commodity within. In a positive fashion, they outline pitfalls we encounter while attempting to achieve our goals and suggestions on how to maintain the willpower to follow through. To obtain one's goals, small or large, is a wonderful, rewarding sensation that leads to increased confidence and self-esteem. "Willpower" will help you to unlock your personal resources and realize your dreams!
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...The Anderson's "Building Block" formula is not something magical, but it's simple and it works. -- North County Times
I recognize the importance of the message contained within this book and am sure it will help its readers attain their dreams... -- Judi Sheppard Missett, President, Jazzercise, Inc.
It's not your I.Q. that counts--it's your I will. Wish I had this book 30 years ago...heartily recommend. -- Irwin Zucker, President/Founder Book Publicists of So. Cal.
I recognize the importance of the message contained within this book and am sure it will help its readers attain their dreams... -- Judi Sheppard Missett, President, Jazzercise, Inc.
It's not your I.Q. that counts--it's your I will. Wish I had this book 30 years ago...heartily recommend. -- Irwin Zucker, President/Founder Book Publicists of So. Cal.
About the Author
As "eternal entrepreneurs" the Andersons have realized their dream of living in the San Diego, CA area in a beautiful home with an ocean view. From their home office, Bob sells real estate and Sandy is an author, writer, speaker, consultant, and coach on the topics of job and career transition. Her works have been published in "American Baby" Magazine, "New Woman" Magazine, "Working Mother" Magazine, "Entrepreneurial Edge" Magazine, "Realtor" Magazine, and "Opportunity" Magazine. She is also the author of "Women in Career & Life Transitions" from JIST and "The Work at Home Balancing Act" from Avon Books. She holds bachelor's and master's degrees in business and a Ph.D. in psychology. During their "off" hours, the Andersons spend time with their 20-month-old daughter "Ali" and their two tri-color shelties, "Katie" and "Bitsy."
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Labor and Perseverance?,
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That's roughly the authors' answer to how to gain and maintain willpower. This short book describes ten negative influences that can inhibit your willpower, and nine "Building Blocks" that are supposed to help you gain willpower. Unfortunately the authors devote only a few pages to each subject, and none are discussed to any significant depth or level of detail. These "Building Blocks" could have benefited from more specific examples of their being put into use, and case studies of people who have actually gone through their steps and gained more willpower as a result, but the book contains none of that.Instead, the book seems to contain more vaguely motivational and superficial "pick-me-up" advice, delivered via a cutesy lightbulb character, without providing any specific, useful information. Worst of all, at various points the book emphasizes labor and perseverance as necessary ingredients for building willpower. People lack willpower precisely because they *don't* want to have to labor and persevere, and the book doesn't answer the question, "Well what if I don't have the strength to labor and persevere?" The only section that seemed remotely helpful was the 1 1/2 pages devoted to imagining yourself obtaining your goals, also known as imagery or guided imagery. There are entire books devoted to this subject, which would probably be more helpful to obtaining your goals than this book. If you're looking for a vague, generic overview of willpower, then this book is for you. If you're looking for more specific, useful information and help, this book is *not* for you.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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What a Boost!,
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This review is from: Willpower: How to Gain It and Maintain It (Paperback)
I've read this book at least ten times and every time it gives me a boost! I keep it handy as a constant reminder of the basic things I need to succeed. It's so quick and easy to read, which is a lifesaver when you're always pressed for time. I used the simple principles in the Anderson's book throughout my pregnancy and they helped to make the entire experience a pleasant and rewarding one. Each time I read this little "gem" I know I can do it. So can you.
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