Psychology of Success

by Waitley, Denis

• ISBN13: 9780073375175
• ISBN10: 0073375179
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-02-05
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education

Summary

Psychology of Successdefines the fundamental psychology principles of success�principles applicable to everyone regardless of age, major, background or specialty. Unlike many books,Psychology of Successdoesn�t take a one-size-fits-all approach; rather it asks students to take an active role in defining what is right for them as an individual. It calls on students to use self-awareness and critical thinking to examine their dreams, values, interests, skills, needs, identities, self-esteem, and relationships and to set and achieve goals based on their personal vision of success. It introduces key concepts of psychology and offers creative exercises designed to help students understand these concepts and apply them to their lives. A workbook as well as a textbook,Psychology of Successoffers simple yet effective strategies for self-improvement. .

Table of Contents

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Psychology and Success

Understanding Success

Understanding Yourself

Self-Awareness

Finding Your Direction

Discovering Your Strengths

Goals and Obstacles

Setting and Achieving Goals

Handling Stress and Anger

Self-Esteem

Understanding Self-Esteem

Learning to Like Yourself

Positive Thinking

Becoming a Positive Thinker

Conquering Negative Thoughts

Self-Discipline

Taking Control of Your Life

Disciplining Your Thinking

Self-Motivation

Understanding Motivation

Recharging Your Motivation

Managing Your Resources

Time Management

Money Management

Communication and Relationships

Effective Communication

Healthy Relationships

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