A wise man once said, "the key to failure is trying to please everybody." But before you can tell others NO, you have to able to tell yourself YES. Yes to embarking on a path of personal growth. Yes to ending the cycle of people-pleasing and self-neglect-finally and forever. Plainly put, you must develop a BACKBONE. Yes, it is a process and a journey. Yes, you will be tested. But on the other side of this crucible lies empowerment and respect. Let Dr. Anne Brown, a practicing therapist for the last twenty-five years, show you the way. Yes, it is worth it and no, you won't be sorry.

In this place and time, we all face challenges that very often include the need for change. This book presents a series of problems that lead us to examine how we react in our attempt to make changes that reflect who we are and what we want to achieve. The purpose of this book is to present ways of exploring what behaviors determine how we react to the challenges we face. It offers information that may help us make better choices that lead to a life filled with more happiness and joy. This is the gift that change can give us.

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ABOUT THE BOOK: As you read this empowering book that Dr. Brown has so passionately written, it is obvious that we can no longer pretend that people-pleasers and addiction doesn't exist; it is prevalent. Most if not all of us know at least one individual who is suffering from an addiction, victimhood, or martyrdom. It touches all of our lives in some way. Reality is, it won't go away without taking necessary action and standing up to those who are masters at sabotaging your own growth. The Science of Saying No brings insight into waking up, making the decision to set an intention, and accept the challenge of learning to say NO, which means YES for you. As you begin practicing your own self-care and gaining inner peace, you will come to the realization that you are the priority. Developing a backbone takes awareness, courage, and inner strength. It is a process. Dr. Brown takes you step by step through this journey. You courageously explore and embrace these steps that take you to your own expansion and growth. Consider how you would feel once you develop and use your backbone to gain the honor and respect you desire and are worthy of. Yes, you will be tested. That is part of the challenge. However, working through this journey brings you to the other side where self-respect and empowerment exist, and you won't be disappointed. Journey with Dr. Brown and allow yourself to be open to your own inner guidance and intuition and use the power of your wise self that has been yours all along. As a practicing therapist for the last twenty-five years, she gives you many tools and exercises to apply along your way. Now it's up to you to give yourself permission to expand your souls reach and thrive. By healing yourself, you are healing the world, step-by-step, moment-by-moment. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Anne Brown PhD, RNCS, is a psychotherapist, in Private Practice in Aspen, Colorado. For over twenty years she has served as the trusted advocate and advisor to Influential Corporate leaders, Trial Attorneys, Athletes, Leaders, Physicians and their families, many whose connections extend well beyond the town of Aspen. Dr. Brown's nursing and psychosocial education afford her the unique ability to assess and intervene with her client's medical and emotional concerns.

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The Science of Success: 10 Steps to Prosperity and Power is the collection of titles encapsulates the greatest writings of all time on how to succeed and to grow in power, wealth and prosperity. Featuring: W. D. Wattles. THE SCIENCE OF GETTING RICH Napoleon Hill. THINK AND GROW RICH Russell H. Conwell. ACRES OF DIAMONDS Russell H. Conwell. THE KEY TO SUCCESS P.T. Barnum. THE ART OF MONEY GETTING OR GOLDEN RULES FOR MAKING MONEY Page Fox. ONE THOUSAND WAYS TO MAKE MONEY Benjamin Franklin. THE WAY TO WEALTH; OR, "POOR RICHARD IMPROVED" Orison Swett Marden. PUSHING TO THE FRONT Orison Swett Marden. AN IRON WILL H. A. Lewis. HIDDEN TREASURES; OR, WHY SOME SUCCEED WHILE OTHERS FAIL

George Orwell set out ‘to make political writing into an art’, and to a wide extent this aim shaped the future of English literature – his descriptions of authoritarian regimes helped to form a new vocabulary that is fundamental to understanding totalitarianism. While 1984 and Animal Farm are amongst the most popular classic novels in the English language, this new series of Orwell’s essays seeks to bring a wider selection of his writing on politics and literature to a new readership. In Why I Write, the first in the Orwell’s Essays series, Orwell describes his journey to becoming a writer, and his movement from writing poems to short stories to the essays, fiction and non-fiction we remember him for. He also discusses what he sees as the ‘four great motives for writing’ – ‘sheer egoism’, ‘aesthetic enthusiasm’, ‘historical impulse’ and ‘political purpose’ – and considers the importance of keeping these in balance. Why I Write is a unique opportunity to look into Orwell’s mind, and it grants the reader an entirely different vantage point from which to consider the rest of the great writer’s oeuvre. 'A writer who can – and must – be rediscovered with every age.' — Irish Times

Unlock the mysteries of the mind with Thomas Troward’s The Hidden Power and Other Papers Upon Mental Science. This collection delves into the profound principles of mental science, exploring the hidden powers of the human mind and how they shape our reality. Troward’s writings offer an in-depth understanding of the connection between thought, belief, and manifestation. Through these enlightening essays, Troward presents the key concepts that form the foundation of mental science, offering practical wisdom on how the mind can be harnessed to achieve success, health, and personal growth. His teachings continue to inspire those seeking to tap into their full mental and spiritual potential. But here’s the question: Are we truly aware of the immense power our minds hold? Could unlocking this power lead to the transformation we seek in our lives? Troward’s insights on the creative power of thought, the laws of the universe, and the importance of mental discipline are not just theoretical—they are actionable. His words challenge you to question everything you know about reality and to take control of your mind to create the life you desire. Are you ready to discover the hidden power within you? The Hidden Power and Other Papers Upon Mental Science will guide you on a journey to unlock your mind’s potential. If you are interested in understanding how your thoughts shape your world, this book is essential. Troward’s timeless wisdom can lead you toward a life of greater fulfillment, peace, and success. Seize the opportunity to uncover the power within. Purchase The Hidden Power and Other Papers Upon Mental Science today and begin your journey toward mastering your mind! Don’t wait for change to come. Take action and start discovering the hidden power within you now by purchasing The Hidden Power and Other Papers Upon Mental Science!

This meticulously edited collection contains the greatest books of ancient wisdom and modern guides to financial success, empowerment, personal development and peace, achieving the full potential of your mind and spirit: Wallace D. Wattles: The Science of Getting Rich The Science of Being Well How to Get What You Want William Walker Atkinson: The Secret of Success Thought-Force in Business and Everyday Life The Power of Concentration P. T. Barnum: The Art of Money Getting The Humbugs of the World Benjamin Franklin: The Autobiography The Way to Wealth Orison Swett Marden: Architects of Fate He Can Who Thinks He Can, and Other Papers on Success in Life How To Succeed Prosperity – How to attract it James Allen: From Poverty to Power As a Man Thinketh Eight Pillars of Prosperity Foundation Stones to Happiness and Success Russell Conwell: Acres of Diamonds The Key to Success What You Can Do With Your Will Power Praying for Money Henry Harrison Brown: Dollars Want Me (Twin Editions) Thorstein Veblen: The Theory of Business Enterprise Émile Cou: Self Mastery Through Conscious Autosuggestion Kahlil Gibran: The Prophet Marcus Aurelius: Meditations Niccolò Machiavelli: The Prince Lao Tzu: Tao Te Ching B. F. Austin: How to Make Money Charles F. Haanel: The Master Key System Robert Collier: The Secret of the Ages Elbert Hubbard: A Message to Garcia William Crosbie Hunter: Dollars and Sense Harry A. Lewis: Hidden Treasures; Or, Why Some Succeed While Others Fail Florence Scovel Shinn: The Game of Life and How to Play It Napoleon Hill: Think and Grow Rich George Matthew Adams: You Can Genevieve Behrend: Your Invisible Power Elizabeth Towne: The Life Power and How to Use It Ralph Waldo Trine: In Tune with the Infinite

Using straight talk laced with wry humor, top business consultant Susan Marshall highlights skills every businessperson can learn and sharpen to become stronger, more confident, and more influential on the job.