Brave New You: A Road Map to Believing That More Is Possible

by Cory Allen

From a genre-defining podcaster and mindfulness expert, a bracingly fresh, intensively research-based tool kit for taking charge of your life.

Do you feel that you aren’t living up to your full potential—or, even worse, know that you aren't? Do you sense you’re drifting—and still believe your life could be bigger and better?

If the answer is yes, chances are you’ve already tried a lot of ways to create positive change in your life. And chances are you aren’t any closer to what you want.

This book will give you the lift you need to make that leap.

Your guide on the journey is Cory Allen, author, influencer, and legendary podcaster. To write Brave New You, Cory tapped into insight from his massive community to discover what people most desire to know, where they most want support, and the best way to give them what they need. He's distilled what he's learned into a radically fresh, yet profoundly intuitive roadmap for taking charge of your life.

With Cory as your guide, you'll follow a highly intentional, vividly engaging path of proven teachings to make your goals into reality. Your toolbox will include:

The importance and power of mindset
How to release habits of negative thinking
Ways to look at your life with fresh eyes
Smart strategies to infuse your life with meaning and purpose
A simple yet radical mindset shift that will change your definition of what’s possible

Along the way, you'll develop a deep trust in your own intuition, find unshakable confidence to face whatever comes your way, and discover how extraordinary your life—and you—can be.

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction

223 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 25, 2024

About the author

Cory Allen is an author, podcast host, and influencer from Austin, Texas. Allen writes daily thoughts on mindfulness and mental clarity for his large Instagram following (@heycoryallen), reaching over a million people a week. He has been featured in The New York Times.

Reviews

[Katherine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brave New You is a stellar self assessment and self improvement book that focuses on an insightful approach to change the trajectory of your life. By expanding your beliefs and challenging your limitations, you will be able to achieve things that you once thought were impossible. Get ready to embark on a journey of transformation with "Brave New You."

The key element of the initial foundation creation is mindset. Your mindset is a powerful element that plays a crucial role in shaping your reality and determining your success. By cultivating a positive and growth-oriented mindset, you will be able to overcome obstacles, stay motivated, and achieve your goals. Cory Allen will teach you how to cultivate a mindset that is conducive to success and growth. Another valuable tool that the book will provide you with is the ability to release habits of negative thinking and be aligned with positively encouraging thoughts.

Furthermore, this book will provide you with significant thought-provoking explanations such as mental stories, main character syndrome, conditioned reactions, self-limiting mindset, and self-fulfilling prophecies to explore your actions and intentions. Cory will lead you down a highly intentional and vividly engaging path, filled with positive statements that will empower you to reach new heights.

If you have ever felt like you are not living up to your full potential, or that you are simply drifting through life without purpose, then this book is for you. It offers a fresh perspective on how to create positive change in your life and provides practical tools to help you take control and make meaningful progress toward your goals.

[Paula Kuklane · Rating 2 out of 5]

I heard Cory Allen on a MW podcast and decided to read his book because the podcast was pretty good. However, once I started the book, I never really got excited about reading it. It was a pretty easy read about mindfulness, I liked that it was written in a non complicated way and I agree with a lot of the ideas/topics discussed in the book. Just for me it did not have that personal feeling in it.

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Some ideas that I liked:
- When our body is tense, it makes our mind tense. And that makes our view of reality tense-which is exactly what we don't want.
- Self-growth is self-discovery.
- Rest isn't just about restoring your energy. It's also about giving yourself enough space to reflect so you can strengthen your perspective.
- Progress illusion: what happens when we mistake thinking about change with actually taking action.
- If you are doing something that makes you feel good, you should keep doing it to keep feeling good. The benefits will stack up.
- Knowing is different from confidence.

[Corinne Smilovici · Rating 3 out of 5]

The last 14 pages worth the purchase.

[Shardha · Rating 5 out of 5]

⚡This book is about learning practical ways to take charge of your mind, let go of the old thought habits and approach life with clarity. This book is really like a plan to become more brave and new you. It will make you to stop overthinking, control impulsive thoughts and gaini power over your thoughts. It makes you to learn to accept your own love, care and admiration.

⚡ The book is divided into 5 parts divided into 18 chapters. Each chapter will make you brave than before. This inspiring book awares us to don't worry about fitting into the illusion of normal. Stop over fearing your power . Focus on doing things yours way. And let those challenges you spent time avoiding give you the meaning you've been searching for all along. Letting go of the desire to impress others puts you in a mental power position.

⚡When you no longer care what other people find valuable, there is an automatic internal shift toward peace. That's because the fuel for self consciousness is a need to please others so you can feel safe and free from the fear of feeling vulnerable. The book is a reminder that if you want to be happy, prioritize doing things in life that make you feel alive. And make sure it isn't something other people say should bring you joy. Forget what other people think and do exactly what gives you that feeling like nothing else. Then do it again and again.

⚡It is a transformative read that offers a roadmap for anyone looking to reinvent themselves and live authentically. The author's insightful guidance and relatable narrative make this book a must-read for those seeking to embrace change and cultivate a life true to their values. Whether you're at a crossroads in your life or simply looking for motivation, this book will inspire you to take bold steps toward becoming the best version of yourself.

Highly recommended!

[Jill Bybee · Rating 1 out of 5]

Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to finish this one. The scope of the book was broad, so each chapter was fairly superficial in the material it covered. It was like a series of Instagram posts put together. Not for me, but it might be helpful for other getting started on their self-healing journey and looking for an introduction.

[Amit Bharti · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book masterfully demonstrates how adopting the right mindset makes achieving ambitious goals attainable. If I could recommend just one book to guide you toward personal and professional growth, it would undoubtedly be this one.

✴️While habits play a crucial role in our daily lives, the discipline required for meaningful growth comes from our inner conscience. This book offers practical mental models and techniques to cultivate such a mindset.

✴️It has been instrumental in helping me recognize and address the negative mental narratives we often create through overthinking or baseless assumptions. Additionally, it provides effective strategies to manage the anxiety.

✴️The author shares profound lessons on unlocking our potential and overcoming the obstacles and assumptions that hold us back. This book inspires us to recognize our intrinsic value and harness it to tackle significant challenges and seize opportunities. With its guidance, the progress we aim for in life feels not only possible but also achievable in a smoother, more intentional way.

✴️Rooted in the philosophy of stoicism, the book presents foundational values that help clarify and deepen our understanding of the topics it explores.

✴️I wholeheartedly recommend Brave New You to anyone seeking clarity, motivation, and actionable insights for personal transformation.

[William Berry · Rating 4 out of 5]

I picked up this book after hearing the author on "The Psychology" podcast. I was looking for something spiritual / mindful based to read. It is a pretty easy read. I've also listened / subscribed to his podcast, which I generally describe as deep thoughts for 15 minutes.
He said when he was guest on the psychology podcast he was trying to jam everything he knew to help others into the book. It definitely read that way, as if he was, in short chapters, trying to be concise about what he thinks will help the reader create a better self.
I agree with a lot of what he wrote, and have thought similarly, or more likely, read similarly, elsewhere. I thought the book was a pretty easy read, sort of mindfulness 101. And there is nothing wrong with that, in fact, that's excellent, because mindfulness doesn't have to be complicated. I'm honestly not sure where my lack of enthusiasm comes from. I never got really excited about the book once I started reading it.
I still think it is a good book for those looking to be more in control of who they are, which would start with mindfulness.

[Huma · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book will help you transform your instinct that more is possible into reality.
Many people understand that their thoughts influence their lives, but they often don't know how to act on that knowledge. They live passively, letting life happen to them. Brave New You shows you how to take charge and live more intentionally.
I've shared a few insights from this book and will post a full review soon. Loving it so far this is the perfect book to kick off 2025 !

[Charlotte Louise · Rating 3 out of 5]

I think this is a really good book on self growth and development. Last year I read Yung Pueblos ‘Lighter’ which did a lot for me of what this book is doing and I found it transformative. I recommend both.

[Amy Caporale · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mindful enough to read another self help book. Always easier said than done. We are all works in progress trying to find our own unique path in life

[Kayla · Rating 4 out of 5]

This kinda hit me right where it needed to, gotta listen again to absorb it all

[Dave Betts · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book, wonderful author, lots of really good thoughts on improving life, taking chances and thinking big.

[Tamikia Harvey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good and enlightening!! Motivated me to prepare for 2025