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Brave: 50 Everyday Acts of Courage to Thrive in Work, Love and Life
Live every day with greater clarity, confidence and courage. "Brave" is a handbook for being more courageous. Written for busy people on the go, its short, focused chapters provide practical tools and empowering perspectives to help you build your 'courage muscles' in your work, relationships and life.
Drawing on her background in business, psychology and coaching, author Margie Warrell will guide you in moving past the fears, doubts and beliefs that keep you from making the changes, and taking the chances, you need to enjoy the fulfillment and success you desire.
Courage is a habit. Practicing it daily, even in quiet small ways, unlocks new possibilities, creates new opportunities, grows your influence and enables you to meet your challenges with more resilience and self-assurance. So whether you're stuck in a rut, struggling in a relationship, overwhelmed by your daily juggling act or uninspired about your future, "Brave" will provide you with a regular dose of positive and practical inspiration Clarify what 'success' truly means to you, and be more purposeful in your daily efforts to achieve it Speak up with greater confidence, and be more assertive in dealing with difficult people, getting what you want and changing what you don't Define the person and leader you aspire to be, become more resilient under pressure, decisive in uncertainty and adaptable to change Scrap the excuses (your age, education, gender, busyness or children) that sabotage your future actions Dare more boldly, passionately pursuing the goals that inspire you most, no matter how daunting
Courage begets courage. You build it every time you choose to leave the safety of your comfort zone for the sake of something more important. Day by day, brave action by brave action, you can "Brave" within you to create a life rich in all that you seek. If you want to live your life more powerfully and purposefully, this book will become your trusted companion.
Drawing on her background in business, psychology and coaching, author Margie Warrell will guide you in moving past the fears, doubts and beliefs that keep you from making the changes, and taking the chances, you need to enjoy the fulfillment and success you desire.
Courage is a habit. Practicing it daily, even in quiet small ways, unlocks new possibilities, creates new opportunities, grows your influence and enables you to meet your challenges with more resilience and self-assurance. So whether you're stuck in a rut, struggling in a relationship, overwhelmed by your daily juggling act or uninspired about your future, "Brave" will provide you with a regular dose of positive and practical inspiration Clarify what 'success' truly means to you, and be more purposeful in your daily efforts to achieve it Speak up with greater confidence, and be more assertive in dealing with difficult people, getting what you want and changing what you don't Define the person and leader you aspire to be, become more resilient under pressure, decisive in uncertainty and adaptable to change Scrap the excuses (your age, education, gender, busyness or children) that sabotage your future actions Dare more boldly, passionately pursuing the goals that inspire you most, no matter how daunting
Courage begets courage. You build it every time you choose to leave the safety of your comfort zone for the sake of something more important. Day by day, brave action by brave action, you can "Brave" within you to create a life rich in all that you seek. If you want to live your life more powerfully and purposefully, this book will become your trusted companion.
250 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 18, 2015
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About the author
Margie Warrell
11 books52 followersMargie has stepped out of her comfort zone many times since her childhood growing up one of seven children on a farm in rural Australia. Along the way she’s learnt a lot about courage and daring boldly.
An internationally recognized leader in human potential – Margie is passionate about empowering people to think bigger about what is possible for them, engage in braver conversations and lead more purposeful lives.
Margie draws on her background in Fortune 500 Business and Psychology as a keynote speaker, coach, media contributor, bestselling author and women’s leadership advocate. Her programs have helped thousands of people achieve greater success, including organizations such as the UN Foundation, NASA, British Telecom, Hitachi, Body Shop, Accenture and American Airlines
An internationally recognized leader in human potential – Margie is passionate about empowering people to think bigger about what is possible for them, engage in braver conversations and lead more purposeful lives.
Margie draws on her background in Fortune 500 Business and Psychology as a keynote speaker, coach, media contributor, bestselling author and women’s leadership advocate. Her programs have helped thousands of people achieve greater success, including organizations such as the UN Foundation, NASA, British Telecom, Hitachi, Body Shop, Accenture and American Airlines
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November 19, 2019
Take responsibility for your own life and train yourself to become stronger by implementing certain ruels. Some things are indeed hard, but that is not a reason to give up on ..yourself. The greatest project you will ever work on is yourself
November 18, 2019
“Being brave doesn’t have to involve making dramatic gestures or taking huge risks. Bravery also takes place on an everyday level. It begins with taking little steps outside your comfort zone, strengthening your courage muscles in the process. Bravery takes many forms and can be practiced every day. You can speak your truth from the heart to those you love, even at the risk of it sparking a conflict. Or maybe you can find the courage to address sadness or depression. If you can find the strength for a little bravery, then a fuller and happier life will follow.
Actionable advice:
Be brave enough to be grateful.
It’s easy to forget that it takes courage to be grateful for the life you have. But that means dispensing with self-pity and petty jealousies. Instead, you have to recognize what you’re grateful for. Being grateful is a brave act, and the process will help you realize that everything you need for a successful life has already been given to you. After that, it’s your responsibility to make it happen. No more excuses, no more blaming problems on others. You are the solution.”
Actionable advice:
Be brave enough to be grateful.
It’s easy to forget that it takes courage to be grateful for the life you have. But that means dispensing with self-pity and petty jealousies. Instead, you have to recognize what you’re grateful for. Being grateful is a brave act, and the process will help you realize that everything you need for a successful life has already been given to you. After that, it’s your responsibility to make it happen. No more excuses, no more blaming problems on others. You are the solution.”
October 23, 2019
Wow! What an intense, inspiring read. I had to break into small pieces, because every morsel made my heart race with adrenalin and motivation. A life changer for sure. Many thanks Margie Warrell.
Rudolf J. Waldner
author of:
Marketing from the Trenches: Your Guide to Retail Success
The Corporate Jungle: Animal Personalities Colliding with Job Titles
Rudolf J. Waldner
author of:
Marketing from the Trenches: Your Guide to Retail Success
The Corporate Jungle: Animal Personalities Colliding with Job Titles
February 12, 2018
Courage begets courage and it is a habit. Truly a powerful book on encouraging one to stop playing it safe. No matter how small by doing something brave every day new possibilities are unlocked. One of the most powerful ideas I put into action: grow my "courage muscles" with the 50 everyday acts to thrive in work, love, and life. Karen Briscoe, author "Success in 5 Minutes a Day"
January 2, 2020
Actions to become braver in life. Being brave does not imply making huge heroic risks, but also with taking steps outside your comfort zone every day. Speaking the truth even at the risk of creating conflict is a great example, or addressing sadness, which will lead to a happier and fuller life.
August 31, 2018
Great book to supplement my daily life
February 7, 2019
Very motivating and inspiring. Makes me feel good and want to improve myself after reading it. Easy read.
March 10, 2018
The essential core of this book (and being Brave) is choosing who you want to be, building the foundation you need to become that person (reflection, vision, values, etc.) and then choosing to be who you are. Speak up when you need to, bring your passion to whatever you do, keep going when things get tough, and start living your dreams.
It's an easy book to pick up and put down as the mood takes you, or to read day by day as a series of challenges. It's not a deep discussion, but it could be the beginning of a journey.
It's an easy book to pick up and put down as the mood takes you, or to read day by day as a series of challenges. It's not a deep discussion, but it could be the beginning of a journey.
June 13, 2015
How would making braver choices improve your life?
Bravery is simply acting courageously when you want to stay safe.
Brave is arranged into five parts. You can read the chapters in order or you can pick and choose the topic that meets your needs at the time.
My three favorite parts are…
“Speak Bravely” where Margie Warrell shows you how to have more courageous conversations. Intimacy depends on them.
“Work Passionately” encourages you to overcome your limits at work.
“Dig Deep” teaches you the trait of resiliency. The faster you recover from setbacks the faster you can move toward your goals.
In Brave, Warrell promises to help you become more courageous — if you take action. Does she succeed? I’d say “Yes!”
The chapter “Say no to the good to say yes to the great” hit home for me.
For 21 years I’ve worked as a writer. I enjoy it and I’m familiar with it. But my passion is reading.
Reading Brave has inspired me to start a book summary service for high-achieving professionals. I’m saying yes to the great for me.
All of us need to make courageous choices. If you need help to be braver, read Brave.
Bravery is simply acting courageously when you want to stay safe.
Brave is arranged into five parts. You can read the chapters in order or you can pick and choose the topic that meets your needs at the time.
My three favorite parts are…
“Speak Bravely” where Margie Warrell shows you how to have more courageous conversations. Intimacy depends on them.
“Work Passionately” encourages you to overcome your limits at work.
“Dig Deep” teaches you the trait of resiliency. The faster you recover from setbacks the faster you can move toward your goals.
In Brave, Warrell promises to help you become more courageous — if you take action. Does she succeed? I’d say “Yes!”
The chapter “Say no to the good to say yes to the great” hit home for me.
For 21 years I’ve worked as a writer. I enjoy it and I’m familiar with it. But my passion is reading.
Reading Brave has inspired me to start a book summary service for high-achieving professionals. I’m saying yes to the great for me.
All of us need to make courageous choices. If you need help to be braver, read Brave.
April 15, 2015
I just finished reading Margie Warrell’s Brave, and I’m a fan! Brave contains a great mix of practical advice for anyone who’s struggled with that nagging voice telling you you’re not brave enough, good enough, or anything else enough to pursue your dreams or even engage in a conversation with someone. Margie starts the book by outlining 10 Building Blocks for Living Your Life Bravely, then shows how these 10 principles can be applied to your own life, and how they’ve been applied to others’ lives, to lead to a better, braver life.
Throughout the book, Margie follows the idea that if you aren’t as brave as you’d like to be now, you can change! You just need to train your bravery muscles in much the same way that you would improve your memory, or actually improve your muscles.
I’m really impressed with this read, and I would definitely recommend it to friends, family, and anyone who’s ever felt that they wanted to have more courage.
Throughout the book, Margie follows the idea that if you aren’t as brave as you’d like to be now, you can change! You just need to train your bravery muscles in much the same way that you would improve your memory, or actually improve your muscles.
I’m really impressed with this read, and I would definitely recommend it to friends, family, and anyone who’s ever felt that they wanted to have more courage.
April 10, 2015
I really loved BRAVE for so many reasons. The main reason is because the book left me inspired and with the confidence to take on any challenge. I enjoyed how Margie presented her tips and tricks for a successful and courageous life. Her 50 acts were easy to digest and possible for everyone. Overall it was an exciting and inspiring read. I would recommend to a friend.
June 19, 2016
It says a lot of things that are obvious, and the chapters are often very short. It seems to be a collection of ideas worth exploring on their own, but it does provide suggestions as to where to start.
June 13, 2015
I won a free copy from the Goodreads First Reads Giveaway Program and think that it interesting. I would recommend it to everyone.
March 27, 2016
Excellent book! Just what i need to be brave, courageous, bold and confident. One of the BEST book I'd ever read! Recommended!! Many quotes too! Thank you!
March 22, 2016
A hard read, took many bath soaks to get through. Enjoyable and some worthwhile encouragement in it too. Lots of great quotes too.
September 27, 2015
Great book to read again and again!
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