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ByPeepahon March 5, 2013
I haven't finished this book yet, but so far it is actually helping me. This is one of the only books of this type that has really stayed with me and changed my outlook and thoughts about certain things. I feel confident that it will continue to enlighten me and help me overcome problems of underachievement (and all that entails). It has answered a lot of questions that I have had about myself and many other people I have known, especially people in my age bracket and those who were obviously very, very gifted or intelligent that didn't do anything with it or didn't fair well in the 'real world' as 'adults.' I wish I had read this book a long time ago. I recommend it for anyone who has suffered these issues.
The only problem I have with the book so far is that the labels used can be convoluted and confusing. That really needs to be more clear/concise. It could use more helpful advice vs. case study type info.
The only problem I have with the book so far is that the labels used can be convoluted and confusing. That really needs to be more clear/concise. It could use more helpful advice vs. case study type info.
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ByMarilynon June 18, 2017
Kind of immature, simplistic. Step son liked it so to be included in his process I bought it ... but a little young for me.
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ByPeepahon March 5, 2013
I haven't finished this book yet, but so far it is actually helping me. This is one of the only books of this type that has really stayed with me and changed my outlook and thoughts about certain things. I feel confident that it will continue to enlighten me and help me overcome problems of underachievement (and all that entails). It has answered a lot of questions that I have had about myself and many other people I have known, especially people in my age bracket and those who were obviously very, very gifted or intelligent that didn't do anything with it or didn't fair well in the 'real world' as 'adults.' I wish I had read this book a long time ago. I recommend it for anyone who has suffered these issues.
The only problem I have with the book so far is that the labels used can be convoluted and confusing. That really needs to be more clear/concise. It could use more helpful advice vs. case study type info.
The only problem I have with the book so far is that the labels used can be convoluted and confusing. That really needs to be more clear/concise. It could use more helpful advice vs. case study type info.
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ByJ. Pittson November 4, 2013
This is a really good book by a really good man. I've talked to the author, who really seems to care about people reaching their goals and potential in a world where most people just trample over the other person to get theirs without lending a hand to help the other person achieve their goals as well. He also offers workshops for people.
In any event, I found this book useful and helpful.
In any event, I found this book useful and helpful.
ByMRon July 31, 2018
This book saved my life in so many ways - I come to it on a regular basis just so I remember where I'm supposed to grow...
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ByDavid E. Schwartzon March 19, 2014
Were you a child with a high-level IQ that has spent your adult life struggling with underachievement? If so, this book is for you, and especially so if you'd like to change it.
The author busts open the myth that "Little Johnny Genius" did poorly in school because he was just so smart that he was bored. Instead, it speaks of the fact that such kids having always excelled and relied purely on their intellect rather than work ethic. Then, one day, they wake up in high school and discover that they do not have the skills to excel without trying and decide it is easier and safer to simply not try.
DId you know that (according to the author) 50% of genius-level students do not graduate high school? What a revelation! Imagine the pattern of failure that can develop after that.
Make no mistake, though; this is not a book about children. It is a book about the adult that child eventually becomes, and the traps and pitfalls that continue to plague such people.
The step-by-step solutions this book offers are extraordinary, although the implementations are not easy by any means.
The author busts open the myth that "Little Johnny Genius" did poorly in school because he was just so smart that he was bored. Instead, it speaks of the fact that such kids having always excelled and relied purely on their intellect rather than work ethic. Then, one day, they wake up in high school and discover that they do not have the skills to excel without trying and decide it is easier and safer to simply not try.
DId you know that (according to the author) 50% of genius-level students do not graduate high school? What a revelation! Imagine the pattern of failure that can develop after that.
Make no mistake, though; this is not a book about children. It is a book about the adult that child eventually becomes, and the traps and pitfalls that continue to plague such people.
The step-by-step solutions this book offers are extraordinary, although the implementations are not easy by any means.
ByMCon October 24, 2016
Love this book! I bought the book years ago and now have it downloaded on my smartphone so I can keep it handy.
ByColinon December 14, 2016
I have not taken the time to read the negative reviews of this book. I usually look at those first as they can be very insightful. I haven't bothered though with this book.
This book 'speaks' to me. It was the right book at the right time. Its one of those where my highlighter runs out quickly or more that I shouldn't bother highlighting as I'd color the entire thing. It is straightforward and honest and deals with what the title says. I googled 'getting in my own way books' and it led me to this one. I can report that as of yet I haven't completed this book. I'm about 1/2 way through. I have been busy applying what I've learned thus far from this book. This is a book I plan to read several times through. It requires effort and work. I requests that the reader dig into themselves and their lives. It has helped me tremendously thus far. I absolutely give this book a 5 stars. There's nothing fluffy or silly new age psycho babble. It's direct, straight-forward, no non-sense and gets to the source of discontent. I highly recommend it.
This book 'speaks' to me. It was the right book at the right time. Its one of those where my highlighter runs out quickly or more that I shouldn't bother highlighting as I'd color the entire thing. It is straightforward and honest and deals with what the title says. I googled 'getting in my own way books' and it led me to this one. I can report that as of yet I haven't completed this book. I'm about 1/2 way through. I have been busy applying what I've learned thus far from this book. This is a book I plan to read several times through. It requires effort and work. I requests that the reader dig into themselves and their lives. It has helped me tremendously thus far. I absolutely give this book a 5 stars. There's nothing fluffy or silly new age psycho babble. It's direct, straight-forward, no non-sense and gets to the source of discontent. I highly recommend it.
ByL. Davison October 14, 2017
A lot of interesting observations...not for everybody but several good points in realtion to this field.
ByMarilynon June 18, 2017
Kind of immature, simplistic. Step son liked it so to be included in his process I bought it ... but a little young for me.
ByMalcolm Gormanon October 9, 2007
This book is well written, well thought through. It's like the self-help equivalent of David Allen's Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity which is more the well-honed practical guide. Your Own Worst Enemy covers the psychological side thoroughly and effectively. In particular, it describes what may be called gifted-pride (a sideways reference to the role of pride in neurosis in Karen Horney's Self-Analysis) which holds us back because there is sometimes more pleasure in being a potential achiever than in actual achievement. This book will strip away your excuses and home in on your self-defeating thoughts and behaviors.
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