Once upon a time The reclusive, elusive, enigmatic and inspired Buck Weedleman visited a pearl of a city, adjacent to a free port on the Pecatonica River, and surprised three researchers having a drink at the Yellow Creek Inn. Our trip begins there. Weedleman, while considered delusional by some, is perhaps strangely enlightened in his lost reality like a hero in a fairytale blissfully unaware that he exists within the fairytale. I dont know. I can only report what he said in response to a...

“A Zen classic” (The Washington Post) about achieving the state of “relaxed concentration” that’s not only the key to peak performance in tennis but the secret to success in life itself—now in a 50th anniversary edition with an updated epilogue and a foreword by NFL coach Pete Carroll“The Inner Game of Tennis is not just a tennis book . . . because inner voices torture all of us—not just country-club tennis players.”—Michael Lewis, author ...

**“Heartfelt and ever-endearing—equal parts information and inspiration. This is a book to keep by your bedside and return to often.”—Amy Dickinson, nationally syndicated advice columnist "Ask Amy"More than one thousand extraordinary Americans share their stories and the wisdom they have gained on living, loving, and finding happiness.**After a chance encounter with an extraordinary ninety-year-old woman, renowned gerontologist Karl Pillemer began to wonder what older peopl...

"I am convinced that the fortunate individuals who achieve the most in life are invariably activated by enthusiasm." -- Norman Vincent PealeIf you have a tough time coping with life's disturbances, disappointments, and challenges, this book is for you. Dr. Peale offers a simple, sure-fire solution for stress: a healthy dose of enthusiasm. Enthusiasm is the magic ingredient that can make the difference between success and failure, and it can help you to:

The #1 New York Times–bestselling author of The Power of Positive Thinking shows how to transform optimism and confidence into concrete, real-world results.There is a definite relationship between positive thinking and positive or good results.Norman Vincent Peale, one of the 20th century's most influential self-help experts and spiritual leaders, introduced his practical and effective techniques for happiness and success in his gr...

Discover the Secret to Genuine Self-Love and Inner HarmonyAre you tired of self-doubt, negative self-talk, and the feeling that you’re never enough? What if the key to transforming your life lies not in external achievements but in learning to truly love and accept yourself? How to Love Yourself: ***Self-Esteem***is your ultimate guide to embracing self-love, boosting your self-esteem, and building a life filled with confidence, balance, a...

Your struggles are over. Welcome to my clinic.This Positive Thinking Clinic is a vital must-read for anyone looking to maximize their success at the pool table.Also applicable to many other mentally intense sports and activities, this clinic is designed to help amateur players build the strong foundation of mental discipline they need in order to create long-term success in pool and billiards.

Have the courage and curiosity to face the inner changes of agingand learn how they can help you find meaning in your later years.I used to think that age sixty-five was the start of a slippery downward slope to the cemetery. But inside, I felt a surge of enormous energy, with the potential to approach aging as an uncharted adventure instead of a prison sentence.from the IntroductionUnlike other authors, spiritual director Linda Douty discusses the challenges and su...

Closet control freak? Are you totally easygoing - as long as youre calling the shots? WHOS THE BOSS? can help you take real control over you. From the 'This or Prozac' series by Matt Prager - short focused advice for everyday life. Matt is a licensed therapist who offers dating coaching business coaching and phone therapy for both individuals and couples. He also offers assistance with all aspects of online dating from writing a profile through managing a clients entire online datin...

FINALLY-THE CURE FOR THE COMMON CURSE! Faced with an epidemic of profanity, our country is in need of practical suggestions for breaking a habit that has ordinary citizens contributing to the decline of civility and good manners. It's not always easy to resist the urge to cuss, but foul language creates an unfavorable image, is damaging to relationships, and goes hand-in-hand with a negative attitude.Now, James V. O'Connor-founder of the Cuss Control Academy-offers the first book t...

Software and technological entrepreneur Huie, who came to a search for deeper meaning later in life, has teamed up with artist and writer, Radmacher, who came to it earlier through her art. Point and counterpoint, they take the reader through a process to taking charge of their own lives.The key to living an inspired life is simple: accept your past; release your expectations; embrace your choices. The truth of the matter is that the more we like ourselves, the few...

We all have a lot to learn in this upside down world thats presently presenting many facets of trials and demanding endeavors. Economics is driving women and men to be emotional in some form and fashion. Today women and men are faced with many emotional encounters of sadness and madness. This emotional darkness is causing many of us to give little thought to our present issues, and react without thinking of the consequences that are very costly. Marriages and relationships are not lasting ...