Flex: Do Something Different

by Ben C. Fletcher, Karen J. Pine

Imagine being able to handle any situation with ease. Arguing that our habits undermine our ability to rise to new challenges, this self-help guide demonstrates how a change in behavior can lead individuals to feel happier, less stressed, and more in control. Written by highly respected psychologists, the book takes a broad approach, allowing the flex technique to be applied to a variety of problems, including stress, alcoholism, addiction to smoking, and weight issues. Proposing a simple habit-breaking method, this guide is sure to interest anyone who wishes to get out of a behavioral rut.

Genres: Self Help, Psychology, Nonfiction

184 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2012

Reviews

[Santosh Shetty]

If you are fox, try to be a dog. If you are dog try to be a cat. If you are a cat try to be an elephant. If you are an elephant try to be a fox. Basic premise is good - don't get boxed in, don't be the category or merchandise - be the application and adaptable up or down.

[Reena · Rating 4 out of 5]

Estamos haciendo su Do Something Different en el trabajo y me dio curiosidad ver la teoría y la investigación que hay detrás del programa, porque bastantes personas por aquí no están convencidas. El programa te manda una tarea para salir de tu zona de comfort cada día y se supone que deberían empujarte un poco, pero a veces no.

Entonces el libro cuenta que cada tarea va asociada a una manera de ser y ampliar el espectro de "formas de ser" de cada persona hace que seamos más flexibles y más abiertos a opciones. Con lo cual, nuestras vidas mejoran.

Hasta cierto punto creo que es bueno hacer cosas diferentes que nos empujen a cambiar la vida que tenemos por la vida que queremos, pero no sé si el método funciona más allá de cambios de rutina. Tiene otros libros en los que aplica el método a dejar de fumar, perder peso y gastar menos (este último orientado a mujeres, ejem) así que he pedido el segundo porque es en lo que estoy trabajando ahora, a ver como me ayuda. Y sigo con mis "Dos" en el trabajo, claro!

[Flo · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book. The main point that I took out of it was that we all go through life on autopilot. Just becasue we do something the same way each time doesn't mean it's the right way. Challenge yourself to get out of your comfort zone. By doing everyday things differently, you expand your horizons, open up your mind to bigger possibilies, you will grow - not stagnate. That's a really good message.

[Nicole · Rating 1 out of 5]

Unfortunately, the most interesting thing about this book is it's cover. Very vague explanation of concepts throughout.

[jslsdh · Rating 3 out of 5]

I get the message behind this book. But I think it tries to connect and conflate too many things. Some of which are too remote..