Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Power of Positive: 101 Inspirational Stories about Changing Your Life through Positive Thinking

by Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark

Learn how to change your life by using the power of positive thinking. Follow the steps described in these 101 true stories about using the Power of Positive!

Positive thinking is a powerful tool, one that can make you healthier, happier, and more successful. You can use the power of positive thinking to improve your life and relationships, overcome challenges, and lead a productive life with purpose. This book can start you on the path to a new you. You’ll read chapters with inspiring personal stories and tips

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction, Inspirational, Spirituality

416 pages, Paperback

First published October 23, 2012

About the author

Jack Canfield is an American motivational speaker and author. He is best known as the co-creator of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series, which currently has over 124 titles and 100 million copies in print in over 47 languages. According to USA Today, Canfield and his writing partner, Mark Victor Hansen, were the top-selling authors in the United States in 1997.

Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.

Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.

In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.

Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.

Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.

Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.

Reviews

[Jean · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am very honored to be included in the selection of stories in this book. My chapter is called Unity in Goodbye. It is a story about how our scattered family came together during a time of crisis. Within the confines of a hospital room we learned to bring the best out in each other and ourselves.
Everyone has a personal story and I love Chicken Soup Books because they are filled with stories from people who are brave, and funny, and sad; the whole spectrum of emotions. In these stories we can relate to the characters and who knows? One might be your next door neighbor!

[Rainy Rose · Rating 4 out of 5]

Inspirational! I should have read this book a long time ago. And I need more books like this!

[Fatima · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5

[Hanny Hermawan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book always be my #1 choice everytime I get down in my life. When life feels rude and cold, this book can always warm me up, like I'm eating a chicken soup, that's why it's called. Reading this book at night before falling asleep makes me feel that I'm not alone in this world. There are a bunch of other stories which are similar with my condition, but they decided and chose to stay positive and thought that nothing is impossible then turn it out to be reality. All I can say to them is nothing but a "thank you" 🙂

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed these uplifting stories. My favorite was the one about the new teacher called The Honors Class--I wasn't expecting the ending at all.

[Nataria · Rating 4 out of 5]

Out of the 101 stories that I read. I enjoyed most of them thoroughly. A lot bought a tear to my eye because of how inspiring and motivating the story was. I can’t say which story I enjoyed the most. Each had their own special message. One story that does stand out was a story called THE HONORS CLASS That story made me realise that if you put a little bit more effort and time into someone or something then others. You will reap what you sow. A bit more love. A bit more attention. A bit more action. The beautiful things that can come of it can change you and the world around you. A newly graduated history teacher is set to take on a class of 11th graders when she discovers a new path to teaching them rather then the good ol read from the book method.

This book is definitely for anyone looking for some positivity in their life or whoever needs a top up of inspiration and motivation. 😊😊.

[Thuzar T Win · Rating 3 out of 5]

As usual series of chicken soup, some stories are very inspirational. As through reading so far, my fav is Chutes and Ladders by Hollyw Dexter. We have to game on even somebody won it already. Blind Faith story gave strength to move on even in deprived situation. You will never know the outcome until you try. 💪

[Ayla Miller · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have been reading Chicken Soup for the Soul books since childhood. I always enjoy them. The stories in them always are inspiring. They may tell sad stories or happy ones, each of them having a lesson to give. The Anecdotal format makes it a quick read that you can pick up and put down at any time. I gave this one a three-star review only because it wasn't my favorite one.

[lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

An empowering book of how a negative can turn into something positive

[Geri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of good pick me up stories.

[Naquita Novenna Yusuf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you so much for the 101 inspirational stories which had taught me a lot of useful things, like new ways of thinking, how to be grateful, and seeing problem with a different perspective.

[Reham]

The link to read it online
https://books.google.sc/books?id=Mfa-...

[Maria · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice book.

[Blanche · Rating 4 out of 5]

audio book. How can you go wrong with a chicken soup book? Great little nuggets to enjoy from time to time

[Bell Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

when i'm not in the best condition ,whether it's mental health or physical health, i remind myself certain stories from this book and it gives me encouragement

thank you chicken soup

[Neti Triwinanti · Rating 4 out of 5]

Buku ini berisi tentang 101 cerita dari orang orang terpilih. Tentang bagaimana mencintai diri sendiri, bersikap tegar, atau bermimpi tinggi.
Ringan tetapi meninggalkan kesan mendalam kalau menurut saya pribadi. Bukan buku yang harus sekali selesai baca karena tiap bab berbeda kisah. Semacam regular dose untuk kita agar lebih bersyukur dan lebih menghargai hidup.
Beberapa kisah benar benar sederhana misalnya tentang seorang pengupas bawang yang bekerja 8 jam sehari di ruangan dengan sirkulasi yang kurang. Tetapi dia tetap bertahan dengan harapan bisa naik ke level kol. Sangat sederhana sekali harapannya tetapi kerja yang dibutuhkan sangat keras. Sebagian kisah yang lain berisi tentang perjuangan bagaimana mereka melewati masa masa sulit. (beberapa kali kisah serupa muncul terutama bagian penderita kanker).
Overall, buku ini bagus. saya suka desain sampul versi terjemahannya. Suka font nya. suka karena banyak sekali insight yang bisa diambil. saya suka karena buku ini membuat saya lebih menghargai hidup. mengubah beberapa cara berpikir saya, dan membuat saya sadar bahwa setiap orang sedang berjuang dengan masalahnya masing masing.

[Courtney Mroch · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the Chicken Soup series of books, and not just because I have stories in several of them now. (None in this one though.) I'm a fairly upbeat person by nature anyone, but there are times in all our lives where black clouds hang over us. How do you stay positive or bounce back during (or after) such times hit? SO many things can go wrong in our lives. These authors shared some heart wrenching struggles that tested their perspectives, and in some cases shaped them, and in all cases made them see the good even during the bad. I loved all the quotes before each story and now have a whole bunch new ones to add to my quote journal. If you need to be lifted up and reminded that maybe things could be worse...or if they're bad enough but need to be reminded they won't stay that way if you shift your perspective, this book will grace you with comfort and wisdom.

[April · Rating 2 out of 5]

A huge compilation of stories where people show how positive mindset can bring you further mentally, if not physically. They are testimonies for readers to have faith in their lives even when things presented in front of them do not seem positive.

I understand it is nice for many people to read a compilation of inspiring stories, but personally I cannot relate to the stories. It is very difficult for me to keep reading because each story did not give me something to look forward to. This is probably not a book that I should read in one go, instead I should read few chapters from time to time, until I finish it after years. That being said, it is a little demotivating to me because I never like putting a book aside with a bookmark in it for a long time.

[Dilla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stories which have been told by chosen people.

All of them wrote about their obstacle in life and how they deal with it. Things are not as easy as they are. However, I believe they are doing their best.

These people shared their stories and experience as guidelines for us. Be positive. Do your best and let The Almighty do the rest.

Most of the storyteller ended as writers.

Kudos.

[Prabal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really inspiring

It's my first chicken soup series book
And i really admire the idea of the creators.
The real life incidents shared by peoples are relatable and give a new thought and strength to ponder them.

[Belinda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic, so positive

[Shital · Rating 1 out of 5]

kjjh

[Nilesh]

i like this book so much so i wanted to read them...........

[Disha · Rating 2 out of 5]

Could not relate to , as most are non Indian contexts. Not as powerful as some of the other in the same series.

[Lyna Salyna · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book moves so many ways towards positive and challenges. A very honest about real peoples and attitude. For me, they are very inspirational and makes you feel more positive and grateful.

[Rohit Menon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Insightful anecdotes that helps view scenarios from some of the most optimistic individuals'perspectives. A page a day to pep oneself for a great day ahead !!

[Charlotte · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable read

I read a couple essays a day and really enjoyed the positive and uplifting stories. I would recommend this book.

[Christy Tarigan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book!
Banyak kisah-kisah inspiratif yang dapat membuat orang lebih banyak bersyukur dan tetap berpikiran positif di saat tersulit sekalipun.