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Your Life As Art

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As a long time fan of Robert Fritz's books, I come by my eager anticipation for this new release quite naturally.

You see, I've been caught up in a pattern for the past few years that goes something like this: Robert Fritz releases a new book - I then read it and digest it - then I apply his teachings and as a result, my life experience becomes significantly altered for the better. With each of his four previous books, I have been blessed to see my pattern repeat itself over and over again.

From each book to the next, Robert Fritz introduced me to new facets of the art and science of developing my creative process, whether applying it to my personal life, my professional life or my organizational life.

And now, with Your Life As Art, Robert Fritz stretches my understanding of the creative process even further. He ties the key ideas and principles from his previous work together with his new ideas into one clear and compelling central theme.

You do not need to have read any of Robert's previous books in order to enter the fascinating universe of this new one. It is highly readable to both novice and seasoned readers alike.

I feel my life being transformed and enriched yet again. What a thankful pattern I have. Thank you, Robert!

My disappointment with this book began before completing the first page. His reference to the creative process as a an "operational practice" was the first indication that this book would be geared to readers of more linear, structured makeup than myself. "Mechanized," "systematic," "measurable," were words I tired of reading. I hadn't seen so many boxes and flow charts since working on my undergraduate business degree.

I loved The Path Of Least Resistance. That book I have reread about every five years, (which means I have read it five times at least and yes, he does make a point about looking at your life cycles.) Each time I have read it, I would again benefit from his organic analogies and his frequent quotes from famous people in music, literature, and politics. His humor and light touch make the read like a talk with a good friend. There are lines from that book that I have permantly etched into my consciousness and I now share them with my two musical children (who incidently are both composers).

In a nutshell, if you are a random abstract thinker who prefers literature to business abstracts, stick with Path of Least Resistance. It is truly a pearl. In fact, now that I have finally finished slogging through "Your life as Art", I am going to reread The Path Of Least Resistance.

Using what I've learned from reading all of Robert Fritz's books, and especially Your Life as Art, I've seen changes that are nothing short of phenomenal with clients in my psychiatry practice, and in my own life. After years in therapy trying to "fix themselves," often without success, I hear clients newly introduced to this work say, "Oh! You mean creating what matters in my life is what it's about!?!" It often doesn't take them long to put this into practice, with gratifying results.

Your Life As Art is a book where once you start reading it, you cannot put it down.Robert Fritz has shown me how i can become the dominant creative force in my life.If you are a person who doesn't know what you want,have trouble getting started on what you want, or wonder why you always do what you do, then this is a book for you.The chapter on True Love and desire is worth the price alone.It seems as if Robert knows how you think about your life.He guides,inspires and has you reach down inside of yourself for what you can truly become. The artist of your own life!

Fritz is a genius. He provides a visual definition of the creative process that serves as a structure to create a desired outcome in every aspect of life. His genius lies in his ability to present the creative process so simply by asking simple but very demanding questions. What do you want to create? What is the relevant current reality (starting point)? What are the action steps required to change current reality to match my vision. Do I want this enough to organize my life around it?

Just now leading business minds are beginning to see the importance of managing from current reality. Fritz has been teaching for over 30 years that one of the biggest challenges is being able to recognize, be honest and manage from current reality to the next action step on a daily basis. The vision doesn't change but current reality is constantly changing.

Bravo to a genius mind that has added untold value to thousands of lives.

Robert Fritz's previous books are excellent and this new one is probably his best so far. His thoughts on how we can be the author of our own lives are not only fascinating and uplifting, but also accessible and very practical. What he has to say is often profound and original, but written in a way that we can all understand and apply to our own lives.
After reading this book I not only felt enthused to apply Fritz's creative process to my own life, but I also recommended it to all of my friends. For me it is a classic work that will become an integral part of my life. I cannot recommend this book strongly enough.

Having trouble creating the life you want? Or are you already creating results that matter personally, but want to improve your effectiveness?
'Your Life as Art' may be the next book you should pick up. It is packed with clear, insightful information, and doable experiments that can put your life on the fast track to the achievement of your dreams. Fritz is a life-long creator, and draws from his extensive experience in this very practical book. This is his best effort to date, and creators of any experience level should find it helpful.

Robert Fritz is the only self-help writer that makes any sense to me. If you want to pretend you're changing your life by changing your thinking, there are a thousand other books for you. If you want the tools to actually DO something, Fritz is your man. This book loses focus near the end, but by then he has given you everything you need. The title is a little misleading, this book isn't just for artists, it is for anyone who wants to live their life creatively, outside of the box and on their own terms.

Very few books can inspire you to create a higher vision for your life. Robert Fritz's latest book not only inspires you to do this, but also gently coaxes you with all the tools necessary to make this vision a reality.

To find out how you can use the power of structure to create the life of your dreams, as an artist or a painter would, read your "Life as Art", a masterpiece by Robert Fritz.

I have read this book twice and find Fritz's approach refreshing and not in conflict with my personal belief systems. It actually works along to enhance and in many cases, redirect my thinking. It's not your normal positive thinking book which is also refreshing. For too long authors have been telling us to "think positive" and Fritz actually talks about why this is self defeating. Interesting perspective.
This book is a slow read due to the processing of it as you go along. Have actually heard Fritz speak twice and he's into personal honesty. In a workshop setting he calls one into accountability if one's thinking is askew with reality. Good book.