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Switch On: Unleash Your Creativity and Thrive with the New Science & Spirit of Breakthrough
Reconnect your heart. Rewire your brain. Remix your world. When we choose to "Switch On" to life, we have the choice to turn every single problem that we face into an opportunity to become better versions of ourselves and to find true, lasting fulfilment and freedom. Everything that happens to us in life can "make" us feel resentful of what life has "done" to us. Our creative potential can be sucked from us, and we can start to live within our comfort zone and get trapped in patterns from our past that are no longer of use. Molehills become mountains. Stress levels rise. Our health drops. We stop growing. And nothing hurts more than when we stop growing! The other option is that we can purposefully use every experience, no matter how dark, to help us grow, love and create more. Nelson Mandela said that his 27 years in prison didn’t break him because it empowered him to lead South Africa to transition. He chose to "Switch On" to life, and such people can inspire us to do the same, whatever situations we face today. The more "Switched On" we become, digging deeper inside to find new ways to connect, create and contribute, the more light-hearted, relaxed, excited, joyful, generous and fulfilled we become, and the more we can thrive in life.
378 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2014
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Nick Seneca Jankel
8 books5 followersNick is a sought-after and experienced keynote speaker, futurist, thought leader, and author. His new book (2026) is Speak Electric | Lead Magnetic: The Art & Craft of Transformational Speaking For Leading Change From Any Stage.
With almost 30 years of experience on the frontlines of disruption, Nick is a world authority on leading, embracing, and unleashing change, innovation, and transformation to ensure individuals and organizations adapt to the increasingly volatile, uncertain, and complex world.
A speaker since the age of 15, a scientist and philosopher from 18, and an entrepreneur from 24, Nick has founded 10+ purpose-led start-ups at the intersection of innovation, leadership, sustainability, creativity, and wisdom. He has degrees in medicine and philosophy of science from Cambridge University.
Nick has developed his own theory of change, BTX®, that he has used to train c.100,000 leaders, power 250+ leadership development programs, drive 100+ breakthrough innovation programs for Fortune 500s, and empower millions of everyday people through his live workshops, various TV shows, and radio and podcast appearances.
Nick seeks to touch the hearts and minds of every reader, workshop participant, and event attendee and inspire them to rethink and reimagine their lives, work, and our world. His thought-leading ideas are routinely called "visionary" and"profound," yet also "practical" and "immediately useful.”
With almost 30 years of experience on the frontlines of disruption, Nick is a world authority on leading, embracing, and unleashing change, innovation, and transformation to ensure individuals and organizations adapt to the increasingly volatile, uncertain, and complex world.
A speaker since the age of 15, a scientist and philosopher from 18, and an entrepreneur from 24, Nick has founded 10+ purpose-led start-ups at the intersection of innovation, leadership, sustainability, creativity, and wisdom. He has degrees in medicine and philosophy of science from Cambridge University.
Nick has developed his own theory of change, BTX®, that he has used to train c.100,000 leaders, power 250+ leadership development programs, drive 100+ breakthrough innovation programs for Fortune 500s, and empower millions of everyday people through his live workshops, various TV shows, and radio and podcast appearances.
Nick seeks to touch the hearts and minds of every reader, workshop participant, and event attendee and inspire them to rethink and reimagine their lives, work, and our world. His thought-leading ideas are routinely called "visionary" and"profound," yet also "practical" and "immediately useful.”
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September 7, 2019
I think that the author of this book has, despite a few spelling mistakes and an awful sense of structure, created a very worthy volume. He is attempting to make the world a better place in the best way he can. If I wasn't so blooming perfect already I would have benefited enormously from his efforts. All the same - well done, Nick.
November 9, 2016
We are created with everything we need to thrive personally and professionally. The universe is equipped to provide us with resources etc. to assist us with achieving our purpose and living a fulfilled life.
July 5, 2017
I won a copy of this book during a Goodreads giveaway. I am under no obligation to leave a review or rating and do so voluntarily. I am paying it forward by passing this book along to a business organization that offers business skills, hope, and dreams to be used in their ministry.
February 16, 2015
In his debut book Switch On, Nick Seneca Jankel explores how to turn on and tune into what he believes is the innate human way of creativity. He lays out his thesis by stating that as human beings we are set apart from all other animals by means not of our rational mind, but of our “creative spirit.” Jankel is not speaking strictly of artistic creativity, but rather creativity in the more broad sense of using our minds to develop ideas, things and solutions.
The book is broken out into ten sessions that lead the reader through Jankel’s “Switch On experience” or “Breakthrough Curve.” These sessions are Problems, Patterns, Pain, Presence, Peace, Purpose, Possibility, Power, Play, and Proactivity. In each session Jankel gives a rundown on the science behind his argument, followed by a series of case studies to illustrate the proof of his scientific assertions. The session, or chapter, is concluded with a host of exercises and questions to challenge the reader at that particular stage of the process. These exercises revolve around meditative techniques and self-inquiry.
Jankel draws equally from eastern traditions and western science to make his claims, often pointing out how each informs the other. Perhaps the strongest emphasis is put on what Jankel dubs the “body.mind” or the interconnectivity between the body and the mind functioning as a single unit. Both the body and the mind inform one another, and Jankel is adamant that one does not hold precedence over the other.
The book is told a in a very laid back, joking tone that can sometimes detract from the serious nature of the book; however, Jankel seems to be making a point that life can’t always be taken so seriously if we really want to turn on creativity. With ten sessions and 288 pages to get through, there are definitely times when Jankel’s advice can overload the reader: it might be best to take it one session at time and read the book in a leisurely way.
Switch On: Unleash Your Creativity and Thrive with the New Science & Spirit of Breakthrough is slated for release from Watkins Publishing in March 24, 2015.
The book is broken out into ten sessions that lead the reader through Jankel’s “Switch On experience” or “Breakthrough Curve.” These sessions are Problems, Patterns, Pain, Presence, Peace, Purpose, Possibility, Power, Play, and Proactivity. In each session Jankel gives a rundown on the science behind his argument, followed by a series of case studies to illustrate the proof of his scientific assertions. The session, or chapter, is concluded with a host of exercises and questions to challenge the reader at that particular stage of the process. These exercises revolve around meditative techniques and self-inquiry.
Jankel draws equally from eastern traditions and western science to make his claims, often pointing out how each informs the other. Perhaps the strongest emphasis is put on what Jankel dubs the “body.mind” or the interconnectivity between the body and the mind functioning as a single unit. Both the body and the mind inform one another, and Jankel is adamant that one does not hold precedence over the other.
The book is told a in a very laid back, joking tone that can sometimes detract from the serious nature of the book; however, Jankel seems to be making a point that life can’t always be taken so seriously if we really want to turn on creativity. With ten sessions and 288 pages to get through, there are definitely times when Jankel’s advice can overload the reader: it might be best to take it one session at time and read the book in a leisurely way.
Switch On: Unleash Your Creativity and Thrive with the New Science & Spirit of Breakthrough is slated for release from Watkins Publishing in March 24, 2015.
December 10, 2015
I think I had too high of hopes for this book. I think I won it via GoodReads, but it's taken me so long to finish it, I don't remember anymore. Maybe I need to rewire my brain? Anyway, it's definitely worth a two-star rating, but I'm giving it three today.
December 5, 2014
Disclaimer: This ARC was given to me for free in exchange for an honest review from Netgalley.
September 11, 2015
I won this book through the giveaways. It is very good at making you think about how you think.
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