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RESOURCES-books

The following resources are relevant to my coaching.  They may provide you with some starting points for your own life's adventure or give you an idea of some insights into coaching with me. 

 

 

Flow - The Psychology of Optimal Experience

by Mihaly Csikszentmihaly

 

Did you ever wonder what makes people happy in their activities? Mihaly Csikszentmihaly researched this question and looked at people engaged in all kinds of activities from tinkering with machines to playing sports to leading organizations. He wrote his findings into this thought provoking exploration of why and how some people are happy with what they do.


Man's Search for Meaning

by Viktor Frankl

 

A riveting account of concentration camp life that morphs into a philosophy about what constitutes meaning in life. The first part of this book is Viktor Frankl's autobiographical account of his time as a concentration camp prisoner. The second part of the book relates the philosophy that emerged from Viktor Frankl's experiences and reflections.


The Fifth Discipline

by Peter Senge

 

A new way to look at systems -- be they people, things or combinations thereof. It may not seem immediately relevant, but it will transform the way you think and lead you to a deeper understanding of what goes on around you.

Taming Your Gremlin

by Richard Carson

 

Easy and eye opening read about how we sabotage ourselves from obtaining our goals. If you are wondering … It all boils down to the gremlin we each carry. The one who knows us so well, s/he can undermine our activities without us ever being aware of what is happening.


The Hero with a Thousand Faces

by Joseph Campbell

 

I believe everyone living in awareness is living a hero's journey. Through a comprehensive look at heroes across time and cultures, Joseph Campbell illuminates the common, necessary and fulfilling aspects of the hero's journey.


 

Difficult Conversations - How to Discuss What Matters Most

by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, Sheila Heen of the Harvard Negotiation Project

 

For anyone wondering why their conversations miss the mark.  This book provides insight on what needs to be said to have a good conversation about something important.  As well as insights on how to go about it.

 

 

 

 

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