About the Book: Self Help Series-LEAP(Set of 9 books)
The set includes the following 9 titles :
1.) Procrastination- Breaking Free
Putting off an easy task makes it hard. Putting off a hard task makes it impossible. George Claude Lorimer Everyone procrastinates. We put things off because we do not want to do them or because we have too many other things to take care of. Sometimes it just seems too hard to get into it! Other times we tell ourselves some spave will help or bring perspective or renewed energy. Putting things off, big or small, is part of being human. But when your procrastination leaves you feeling discouraged and overburdened, and its effects start taking a toll on your life, whether in the work place or at home, or in your relationships, it is time to take action. Are you a hopeless procrastinator? there is always a way forward. However, there are no quick fixes. You are not going to wake up tomorrow and never procrastinate again. But you can wake up and do one or two simple things that will help you finish the task a little earlier or with less stress. Overcoming the drag of procrastination can set you free in ways you never even imagined. The benefits reach deep into your everyday life.
2.) Concentration- Developing the Power
Concentration is sometimes spoken of as the ability to direct one's thinking in whatever direction one wishes to. We all have the ability to concentration span: this is the time we can concentrate on a specific task before our thoughts wander and our minds race from one thing to another. To deal with such times, we need to learn and practice concentration skills. In learning these skills the aim is to extend our concentration span, bearing in mind that we have different spans for different tasks. The main barriers to concentrating are boredom, anxiety and day-dreaming. Therefore, to improve our concentration, we fist need to counteract these barriers. Our ability to do so depends on our own enthusiasm for the task. The power of concentration is an invaluable and lifelong asset in our lives.
3.) Memory- Awakening the potential
We all wish we possessed a sharp memory. How often do we envy those with clear recall and wondered how they do it while we fumble with names and facts on an everyday basis. Memory is the warehouse, where all static and emotional data is stored. Believe it or not, our brain is bombarded with sixty thousend stimuli each second. The problem starts here; the brain memory has a huge capacity but that space is overstuffed with unnecessary thoughts. People often say that they forget things very fast or that they find it extremely difficult to remember things. The real reason for this is that their memory is overloaded with redundant information which is like virus data obstructing the smooth functioning of the mind, making it weak. Meditation, mental exercises, reiteration, physical exercise which increases oxygen flow to the brain - all these and more, are the lessons we learn in achieving that strong memory we all admire and want.
4.) ATTITUDE The Power of Positivity
A positive mind anticipates happiness, joy, health and successful outcome of every situation and action. Positive thinking is a mental attitude that admits into the mind thoughts, words and images that are conducive to growth, expansion and success.
5.) ANGER Managing The Volcano Within
Anger is usually a normal human emotion. However, it can be one of the most insidious forms of violence when it gets out of control. It can also lead to problems at work, in personal relationships and in the overall quality of life. Uncontrolled anger takes control of the mind and places one at the mercy of an unpredictable and powerful emotion. Expressing angry feelings in an assertive manner is the healtiest way. To achieve this, one must learn what one's needs are and how to meet them without hurting others. Being assertive literally means being respectful of yourself and others. Anger Management is a learned behaviour. The objective is to reduce both the emotional triggers as well as the physiological arousal that anger causes. We cannot avoid the things or people or situations which enrage us. Nor can we change them. But what we can do, is to learn how to effectively control our own reactions to them.
6.) GOALS Setting & Realisation
Goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about your ideal future, and for motivating yourself to realize this vision of the future, converting it to reality. Think about where you want to go in life. These are your lifetime goals. Once you know want to achieve, you can plan where to focus your efforts. You will quickly spot the distractions that will sidetrack you. Properly-set goals can be incredibly motivating, and as you get into the habit of setting and achieving goals, you will find your self-confidence building as well. It is important to remember that you goals will change over time. Feed lessons learnt back into your goal-setting programme. Adjust the goals regularly to reflect growth in your knowledge and experience. When some goals no longer hold your interest, consider letting them go. If you do not already set goals, consider doing so now. Once you make this technique a part of your life skills, you will wonder how you lived without it!
7.) TIME Managing It Effectively
Time management refers to the efficient and effective use of your personal time to meet your professional and personal goals. It means prioritizing things that are important and not just urgent. You many use a day-planner and to-do lists to manage your time. These tools are certainly helpful, but they do not distinguish between what is important and what is urgent. Here is the way to a more organized way to use and manage that precious resource - TIME.
8.) Brain Training & Conversion
The brain gives us human potential - to learn, to dream, to achieve and grow. It is perhaps the most powerful and yet the most delicate organ in the body. For many years it was assumed that brain cells could not grow past early childhood and would automatically degenerate as we reached our senior years. But recent scientific research has broken the bondage and fatalism of such beliefs and demonstrated ways in which the brain can be trained, enhanced and kept agile and alert every day of our lives to empower whatever we do. Brain enhancement is the process of developing innate abilities that allow retention of memory. When memory is retained, a person functions better in society, at work and at home. The brain is an organ that produces thoughts and feelings, the anatomy that controls the centre of the nervous system and vertebrae. It not only enhances a person's intellectual abilities, but also controls heart rate, body temperature and blood pressure among other things. In order to enhance the brain, it is essential to improve the Central Nervous System (CNS), the spinal column and one's overall health. This little book offers new ways of thinking and appreciating what you can do for your brain so that the brain in turn helps you to achieve a better life.
9.) SELF-ESTEEM Walking Tal l
Positive self-esteem is the starting point of all achievements. If you are not able to believe in yourself, how can you expect other people to do so? Self-esteem is not what other people think you are - it is the way you think you are. It is built from birth and, contrary to what many people imagine, can be changed consciously or unconsciously at any stage of life. Positive self-image is very important, because all your actions depend on it. If it is high, your output increases in direct proportion. Positive self-esteem leads to confident actions and right decisions. Negative self-esteem leads to confident actions and right decisions. Negative self-esteem leads to lack of self-confidence, timidity and procrastination during decision-making. The real you is a unique being with enormous potential for experiencing and extending love, both toward yourself as well as to others. As you self-esteem grows, this real person emerges. You begin to take risks and not be afraid of failure; you are not as concerned about the approval of others; your relationships are more rewarding; you pursue activities that bring you joy and satisfaction; and you will make a positive contribution to the world. Most importantly, high self-esteem brings you peace of mind... you truly appreciate the person you are. Every person has the capacity for high self-esteem. The question is, are you ready to make a commitment to increasing your self-esteem? You must have the spirit to accept yourself as a bundle of possibilities and undertake the most interesting game in the world - making the most of yourself.
