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Summary: Brilliant theory, comprehensively written
Review: Dr. Markova's learning process ideas have vastly altered the way I view, work with, and relate to others. While acknowledging that people's minds work differently (and beautifully in their respective ways), she has made it clear that no two people are fated to lock horns! This book provides practical tips on building and maintaining a relationship with someone whose learning pattern is different from one's own. I appreciate her brevity, also. It's a simple theory, though an exceptional one. But Markova doesn't embellish her ideas, slapping wordy technical terms on everything. These concepts speak for themselves. She gives further insight where it's needed, but mostly the reader is allowed to make his/her own interpretations. This is not heavy reading, (easily digestible for a college freshman such as myself!) but enlightening nonetheless.
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Summary: Brilliant theory, comprehensively written
Review: Dr. Markova's learning process ideas have vastly altered the way I view, work with, and relate to others. While acknowledging that people's minds work differently (and beautifully in their respective ways), she has made it clear that no two people are fated to lock horns! This book provides practical tips on building and maintaining a relationship with someone whose learning pattern is different from one's own. I appreciate her brevity, also. It's a simple theory, though an exceptional one. But Markova doesn't embellish her ideas, slapping wordy technical terms on everything. These concepts speak for themselves. She gives further insight where it's needed, but mostly the reader is allowed to make his/her own interpretations. This is not heavy reading, (easily digestible for a college freshman such as myself!) but enlightening nonetheless.
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Summary: One of the most profound influences in my life
Review: From professional colleagues to the family members who drive me crazy to my spouse, this book has truly changed the way I relate to people. Through gaining an understanding of how people communicate--how we all have our own unique mind--I now understand how I can most effectively listen to others, speak my heart and connect with people on their terms. Most importantly, I understand my own particular quirks and needs (and realize they're not "quirks" but simply how my mind processes, etc.) and I cherish those qualities in myself--and work with them--instead of trying to change them to fit another way of thinking. This book has been instrumental in helping me take charge of the interactions I have in my life, and it has been one of the most profound influences of my adult relationship life.
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Summary: This book isn't actually about having an open mind
Review: I bought this book because it had a great title. I would love to read a book about how to maintain an open mind while experiencing something new (or old, for that matter). Unfortunately, this book is not about having an open mind. Rather, Dr. Markova is a lecturer and speaker who has a following for her way of thinking (like some of the self-help gurus that we are all familiar with), and this book describes her "program". There does not seem to be anything wrong with her program, but my opinion is that a book titled "The Open Mind" should be about how to handle new experiences with integrity and vision. I did not get the impression that was what she was writing about. This a well written book, but is essentially a philosophical book by a sound thinker. The problem is that it is mostly of a testimonial nature, not rigorous by any means. If you want a book that focuses on the best way to maintain an open mind, this does not make the grade.
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