- Paperback: 255 pages
- Publisher: Hodder Mobius (7 Dec 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0340770287
- ISBN-13: 978-0340770283
- Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 13 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (46 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 613,685 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Fiona Harrold believes, with articulate passion, that anyone can do anything. The only stumbling block is lack of self-belief. "When you believe in yourself anything is possible", she says unequivocally. She wants you to discard any beliefs which hold you back. Her practical, accessibly written book--based on her seminars with TV presenters, music stars, business executives and top politicians as well as with those in less prominent or glamorous positions--aims to show you how.
Once described in the Daily Express as "the Queen Bee of British life coaching", Harrold wants you to be ambitious. And physical health is part of success and confidence. She has interesting views on eating disorders and regards overeating, smoking and drinking to excess as low self-esteem factors. Her systematic exercises--and the attitudes and affirmations she recommends--take you step by step through a radical rethink of who you are, what you want and where you are going at every level.
Although she advises that acceptance of the existence of a cosmic force outside yourself will enhance your sense of personal worth, she has controversial thoughts about the central tenets of some religions. You should, she suggests, rethink your relationship with any teaching which requires you to regard yourself as a worthless miserable sinner. She blames such deeply conditioned cultural attitudes for much of the low self-esteem in Western Europe.
Some of her ideas are intensely liberating and encouraging. "You are as attractive as you think you are", she says and she teaches you how to change your view of yourself. Or consider how actors insinuate themselves into roles then "Act, talk and behave like the person you want to be and you will become that person". --Susan Elkin
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'Coaching can help you strengthen your sense of self-worth, focus on your goals - and get there, fast' (Daily Telegraph )
'Fiona Harrold is one of the most influential women in Britain' (Scotland on Sunday )
'the Queen Bee of British life coaching' (Daily Express )
'immensely persuasive and practical' (Andrew Shields, Time Out )
'if you truly want to take charge of your life and be happier as a result - read this book' (Hazel Courteney )
'Leading life coach Fiona Harrold has lots of simple but powerful tips and exercises to motivate and inspire you.' (Independent on Sunday ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
'Fiona Harrold is one of the most influential women in Britain' (Scotland on Sunday )
'the Queen Bee of British life coaching' (Daily Express )
'immensely persuasive and practical' (Andrew Shields, Time Out )
'if you truly want to take charge of your life and be happier as a result - read this book' (Hazel Courteney )
'Leading life coach Fiona Harrold has lots of simple but powerful tips and exercises to motivate and inspire you.' (Independent on Sunday ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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53 of 55 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I first heard about this book whilst having a drink with a friend of mine. We were talking about life in general and I commented on how much happier he seemed lately and how I wished I could be happier as I wasn't enjoying my work at the time. My friend leant me a copy of this book, which I read and started to put in to practice some of its suggestions. I can only tell you that my life has completely changed for the better. I became much happier and I am now on my way to a career I'd previously only dreament about. I bought my own copy of this book as it's the type of book you can go back to again and again. If you buy this book make sure you do what Fiona suggests and TAKE ACTION.
34 of 36 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I got this book as a Christmas present as I was (and still am) suffering from depression. I started the book and immediately felt better, something my therapy sessions seriously lacked! I have since read this book on the train on the way to interviews and the confidence in me shone through. The chapter entitled: "How Attractive Are You?" was especially inspirational. Fiona Harrold's words totally changed the perception of how I thought of myself, and with her words in mind, I went to a party and met a really lovely guy who I am now dating.
This book is a must for anybody feeling low or just wnats to achieve what they have always wanted. The encouragement in her words propells you to change your life, and it does! An excellent book which you can pick up and read at anytime.
37 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Buy this book if you are in a rut and want some encouragemant to change your life. Unlike other books of its type it's straight to the point and not in cheesy american sytle. I have just handed in my notice at work and about to change direction completely... and i'm not that scared!! Read it, and do it. Thoroughly recommended.
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Now a classic
A classic within this genre. This book looks at all the key issues - confidence, motivation, charisma, self-belief, and a whole lot more, discussing these issues with a problem... Read more
Published 15 days ago by James Taylor
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This the best book I have read, I have it on hard back as well as my kindle. It makes you think and work in a better way, but it us up to you to put the effort in. Read more
Published 1 month ago by eleets
Second copy
Having used this book myself, I bought it for a friend. Full of helpful advice that really works if you put it into practice.
Published 1 month ago by JSR
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This book can really help you to improve the quality of your life. And there is so much in here that coaches can apply to their clients, as well as themselves. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Wendy Wyatt
The book that turbo charged me
A terrific read.
First read this book in 2006 and the positive knock on effect is still with me today. Read more
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Published 6 months ago by Gary G. Lewis
Build your inner resources to create change in your life.
Fiona Harrold's difficult 20s led her back to her father's beliefs that your life is shaped by your inner thoughts. Read more
Published 6 months ago by BCReview
not a bad book
helpful it how i would describe this book, so helpful that my friend has not given it back to me since i lent it to her. Read more
Published 9 months ago by myreview
This book changed my life!!
This is a fab book, if you want advise on where you are going in life, and that anything is achievable, it has totally changed my life.
Published 9 months ago by Patricia
Life - changing - if you want to..
Overall I have given this book 5 stars because, for me, it has actually made a big difference. I would say there are elements of the book which are far too bossy in tone - and you... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Rachel Irvine
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I loved this book - it's positive, well written and made me think. The only downside is the same with all these books - it's hard to keep the momentum going when you're on your... Read more
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