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Summary: Another winner for Alan Cohen.
Review: This is a no mess, no fuss, tell it like it is book. As I read through the pages I found my spine straightening, my spirit rising, and my attitude shifting. Alan's words always touch me deeply and I feel warm and heartened that there is a better way to be. Joy eludes us because we allow it, but we're not always sure how to stop the process and start the new behavior. This book shows us how.If you're looking for "fluff" don't bother here. Alan gets straight to the point with few wasted words. He speaks from experience and you can tell he's been there done that, and now wishes to offer insight to those of us who are receptive to getting out of the trap of a sucky life. Truly a jewel in a sea of confusion. I recommend this book for anyone who is seeking clarity and a way of improving their life that works!
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Summary: WHY YOUR LIFE SUCKS AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT
Review: THIS IS BOOK THAT SHOULD BE READ AND LISTENED TO. PLEASE PUT THIS ON CD SO YOU CAN LISTEN AS YOU ARE IN THE CAR, ON THE BEACH, WORKING OUT IN THE GYM, ETC. THE PERSON READING IT SHOULD DO SO WITH CONVICTION AND INTENSITY NOT JUST THE WORDS BUT THE IMPORTANCE OF THE MESSAGE. PLEASE DONT RECORD THE BOOK WITH FEELING OF PAINT DRYING OR GRASS GROWING
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Summary: Turn Your Life into a "Suckless" Success!
Review: This is one of the most enjoyable books I have read recently; I could not have loved it more had I written it myself! As one might infer from the title, Alan Cohen gets right to the point and holds nothing back in this marvelously insightful work. Without preaching or being overly idealistic, Cohen has written the ideal self-help book. He writes with candor and humor, in a style which is easy to read and downright entertaining. "Why Your Life Sucks" is chock-full of interesting, funny and touching stories, which will enlighten anyone wishing to bring their life into harmony and balance. Cohen's words resonate with sincerity and truth, which serves as testimonial to the fact that he writes from experience, teaches by example, and is a gifted and eloquent storyteller. Cohen presents 10 reasons why life can suck, and provides useful, solid suggestions for rectifying those "sucky" situations; situations which will sap your energy and undermine your quality of life. In this book you will discover how to transform challenges and perceived obstacles into gifts of joy. The reader is given valuable lessons, such as that when one trusts their intution and acts on those inner senses, synchronicity works with amazing precision. He advises that asking for what you want increases your chances of receiving it. A beautiful message imparted by Cohen is that you don't need to wait until you die for God to remind you how wonderful you are. Remind yourself now, as you play out the game of your life. Don't let the title throw you; this book is a true gem. I found it to be thoroughly engaging from beginning to end, and think that you will too. Reading this book will help you to turn your life into a suckless success!
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Summary: The sign of a master
Review: We love it! Alan continues to make us laugh and wake us up at the same time. The sign of a master!
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Summary: From Stuck to Uplifted...
Review: What a fabulous book...so full, so rich, so funny...and the title is 'purrfect"! When I first saw it, I was suprised by the title...but I've been so STUCK lately, and I must say, Alan, once again you have uplifted my soul! Thanks a whole universe!
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Summary: Turn Your Sucky Life Into A Suck-sess
Review: When I first saw this book, I was a little turned off by the title. It implied that my life sucked--and it didn't! However, I was too curious not to look. I'm glad I did. We all have areas in our life that "suck". They are the uninvestigated thoughts and assumptions we have made that are a part of our reality. These, in turn, affect our decisions and perspectives. As a result, we often sell out, self-sabotage, and put up with things that suck our energy. It's these "little foxes that spoil the vine", to borrow from the Bible, that often eat at our enjoyment of life and its blessings. I'm glad that the publishers of this book, The Jodere Group, were brave enough to allow for the title. "Suck" is an oft-used word in American culture, but it has the stigma of being crude slang. Yet, Cohen maintains that there are many aspects of life (including "energy vampires") that can literally suck the vitality right out of us--leaving us feeling drained, tired, anxious, depressed, angry, cheated and empty. It took me awhile to get through this book because there are so many wise nuggets to absorb. I had my highlighter out, and soon realized this is a book that is not to be consumed quickly. Don't get me wrong: it's not difficult reading. Cohen writes in a friendly, conversational style--as if he's sitting in the living room with you. He uses personal stories, examples of well-known people, and quotes from others. (And he's also hilarious!) But what makes it a book to read slowly is that it contains such practical wisdom and advice for every area of life: relationships, money, vocation/work, spirituality, creativity, personal empowerment, sex, and so on. Why Your Life Sucks is divided into 10 Chapters or reasons why your life may suck. Each Chapter/Reason then has sub-sections that cover the areas of how your life sucks and what you can do about it. For example, Reason 1 that your life sucks is that You give your power away. The how of giving your power away is: You put people on a pedestal.
You imitate instead of create.
You don't listen to your intuition.
You let others choose for you.
You think your destiny depends on something outside of you. He then shares ways to plug up the proverbial leaks in your bucket, so you're not sucked dry. Here are a few gems I highlighted just in Chapter 1: Physical death is mandatory, but spiritual death is optional. If you don't use your mind, someone else will. Drop what you've been taught so you can remember what you know. Your true strength resides in holding your power in the midst of those who have abdicated theirs. In the long run, you are the one who will have to live with your decisions, so make sure they represent your true desires. Here are the other 9 reasons that your life may suck: Reason 2: You expect it to suck
Reason 3: You get fooled by appearances
Reason 4: You waste your energy on things that suck
Reason 5: You keep trying to prove yourself
Reason 6: You say yes when you mean no
Reason 7: You think you have to do it all yourself
Reason 8: You try to fix other people
Reason 9: You starve your soul
Reason 10: You forgot to enjoy the ride Many self-help offer little advice on how to navigate out of the murky waters of discontent; they just tell you what you already know--being big on what, but not how. This book, however, gives practical advice and real-life stories to help you plug up that leaky bucket that's been draining you of your life, your passion, and your energy. I'll leave you with a nugget from Chapter 4: Do what brings you life. Do not do what deadens you. This review originally featured at http://SelfDevelopment.BellaOnline.com
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Summary: OK but not great
Review: While this book makes good points (like the ten reasons ones life might suck) Cohen gets a bit pendantic for me.
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Summary: Out of the spin cycle and into life fully!
Review: Why your life sucks took me out of the spin cycle of life and moved me toward my life with joy, acceptance and clarity. Alan shares stories, basic truths and my favorite quote in the book "Reality is for people who can't handle imagination." Why your Life Sucks is an easy read and gives basic tools and principles to create a life worth living! Much Appreciation!
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