The Psychology of Winning: Ten Qualities of a Total Winner

The Psychology of Winning is a book that has changed my life. For some people, parents or other relatives instill these values in their children from early on so a book like this is not necessary for them. But for those of us who come from disadvantaged circumstances, this book is monumental. I grew up without a father, but I was a very talented kid and bright kid and I had to learn through trial & error how to achieve in my life, and Iv'e done well in that sector. But now in my early 20's and discovering self teaching, i have came across books that have made enormous impacts on my life. P.O.W is one for the records, Dennis breaks down Ten Traits, and how these traits will help you to win in life. The truth is if you listen, and apply his wisdom you will see the change in your life. My favorite chapter is Chapter -2 Self Esteem, by applying and understating this chapter, I have had the courage to ask for a promotion and receive it, ask out a girl I have had my eye on for months, as well as give up partying and wasting time with friends who don't add to my life. This book is a must read for anyone who isn't afraid to grow & change, and yes it's true books can change your life, don't let anyone tell you different study the great winners in life and you will see most of them were self taut through vigorous reading and experimenting.

This was such a great read. The book was written over 30 years ago but I felt like he was talking to me clearly and loudly today. So many parts of the book where things that I have thought about all the things that I have thought of before and I love the way he looks at life. I believe the summaries at the end of each chapter are a good practical steps to actually activate some of his ideas in life, and there are so many good nuggets of advice in this book. I am definitely going to refer to this book every now and then and when I read it it helped lift my mood and I feel like I have a bit more direction or purpose. I would definitely recommend this book to people from all walks of life

The media could not be loaded. “The term ‘Winning’ may sound phony to you. Too materialistic. Too full of A’s, or luck, or odds, or muscle-bound athletes. True winning, however, is no more than one’s own personal pursuit of individual excellence. You don’t have to knock other people down or gain at the expense of others. ‘Winning’ is taking the talent and potential you were born with, and have since developed, and using it fully toward a goal or purpose that makes you happy.”“For every one of your goals, make a habit to repeat again and again, “‘I want to—I can,’ ‘I want to—I can.’ Develop a simple, new affirmative self-talk vocabulary about yourself.”~ Dr. Denis Waitley from The Psychology of WinningWinning. No need to get all up in your stuff if the word doesn’t appeal to you.Let’s think of it as our “personal pursuit of individual excellence.” That approach reminds me of the fact that in ancient Greece guys like Socrates, Plato and Aristotle said that if we wanna experience consistent happiness we need to live with what they called “Areté”—a word that literally translates as “excellence” or “virtue” but has a deeper meaning, something closer to striving to live at your highest potential.Love that. Winning as Areté in action.Here are some of my favorite Big Ideas:1. How Are You Taking It? - The #1 factor.2. An Inventory BAG - Fill it up! :)3. Stay on Target - & Score a hit.4. How’s Your Motive? - Is it yours?5. Butterflies and Moths - Pretty and not so much.… Hope you enjoyed this quick look at The Psychology of Winning and lemme know if you make it out to Bali, :)More goodness— including PhilosophersNotes on 300+ books in our ​*OPTIMIZE*​ membership program. Find out more at brianjohnson . me.

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What I like about the book is that it designed to be read in different ways. You can read the book front to back covers (which is easy to do), you can reread the mantras set in each chapter daily, without using much time. It's kind of written in a way where you can use it in everyday life for motivation. This book was written before I was born, but despite that the author references celebrities that I may or may not know, I can clearly understand his points. As another commenter said, the book is "timeless." Anyway, I love the content and approach the author has. I have a lot of goals to focus on, this book has definitely been helpful.

This is a great book, especially if you are ready to move forward in your life. As with any book of this sort, you have to be ready in order to make any change. If you want to make personal improvements it's a great way to get started, if you are stuck and not ready to change nothing will help. Some of what he writes about you may already know, but it is a great reminder.

I have been reading/listening to personal development items for a few years and had heard good things about this book. It helps create the frame of mind for someone to succeed who has not in the past. If you are already successful then this may just add some additional insight on why you might already be successful or add a couple items for you to improve upon. I enjoy Denis' teachings greatly and highly recommend this book.

This book is awesome. You want to change your mindset start with this book