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Life, Incorporated: A Practical Guide to Wholehearted Living
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Live Life from the Inside Out
Despite living in a hyperconnected world, individuals are more disconnected from each other and themselves than ever before. In her engaging new book, Life, Incorporated: A Practical Guide to Wholehearted Living , Halley Bock will inspire you to slow down, wake up, and pay mindful attention to all facets of life in order to generate self-worth and to live whole, more gratifying lives.
In conversational prose, Bock shares her own experiences and guides you toward purposeful living what she terms living life from the inside out with topics ranging from inner life, wellbeing, and a personal mission statement to core values, avocation and vocation, and relationships. Bock's focus on connection to the self and others makes Life, Incorporated particularly intriguing. Life, Incorporated is a must-read for anyone interested in redefining and recapturing life and provides a revolutionary alternative to the age-old money = happiness mind-set.
Bock expertly braids her personal path to fulfillment with compelling activities, thought-provoking quotations, and life-changing lessons that will captivate, along with a journal component to ensure that you can put this work into practice. Securing mindfulness and balance from the inside out is the only way to achieve fulfillment and real happiness. Bock shows you just how to make that happen.
Live Life from the Inside Out
Despite living in a hyperconnected world, individuals are more disconnected from each other and themselves than ever before. In her engaging new book, Life, Incorporated: A Practical Guide to Wholehearted Living , Halley Bock will inspire you to slow down, wake up, and pay mindful attention to all facets of life in order to generate self-worth and to live whole, more gratifying lives.
In conversational prose, Bock shares her own experiences and guides you toward purposeful living what she terms living life from the inside out with topics ranging from inner life, wellbeing, and a personal mission statement to core values, avocation and vocation, and relationships. Bock's focus on connection to the self and others makes Life, Incorporated particularly intriguing. Life, Incorporated is a must-read for anyone interested in redefining and recapturing life and provides a revolutionary alternative to the age-old money = happiness mind-set.
Bock expertly braids her personal path to fulfillment with compelling activities, thought-provoking quotations, and life-changing lessons that will captivate, along with a journal component to ensure that you can put this work into practice. Securing mindfulness and balance from the inside out is the only way to achieve fulfillment and real happiness. Bock shows you just how to make that happen.
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296 pages, Hardcover
Published January 17, 2017
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About the author
Halley Bock
1 book12 followersHalley Bock is the author of Life Incorporated: A Practical Guide to Wholehearted Living as well as the founder and CEO of Life, Incorporated — an organization that fosters mindful connection in all areas of life as the means to experience a wholehearted, fulfilling, and joyful life.
Previously, Halley spent over a decade as a shareholder and CEO of a successful training and development company, where she both worked on and studied human dynamics and relationships and their impact on business and individual success. The focus of her company was on developing the art and skill of conversation as the vehicle for creating connection with teams, employees, leaders, and individuals, as well as transforming individual and collective results.
Based out of Seattle, Washington, Halley now spends her time authoring content and connecting others to her vision and mission of Life, Incorporated. She also continues to teach, speak, and consult with executive and firms seeking scalable growth. As a prominent thought leader, Halley has spoken to leaders and audiences across the globe on the topics of relationships, connection, culture, management, and fulfillment. She has also been relied on by substantial media outlets for her expertise.
In addition, Halley serves on the boards of several nonprofits and can often be found exploring the trails with her family.
Previously, Halley spent over a decade as a shareholder and CEO of a successful training and development company, where she both worked on and studied human dynamics and relationships and their impact on business and individual success. The focus of her company was on developing the art and skill of conversation as the vehicle for creating connection with teams, employees, leaders, and individuals, as well as transforming individual and collective results.
Based out of Seattle, Washington, Halley now spends her time authoring content and connecting others to her vision and mission of Life, Incorporated. She also continues to teach, speak, and consult with executive and firms seeking scalable growth. As a prominent thought leader, Halley has spoken to leaders and audiences across the globe on the topics of relationships, connection, culture, management, and fulfillment. She has also been relied on by substantial media outlets for her expertise.
In addition, Halley serves on the boards of several nonprofits and can often be found exploring the trails with her family.
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March 17, 2017I had to abandon this book because my apartment sprung a leak and it was a toilet upstairs. This book took the brunt of the leak and will have to be disposed of as I don't think I can bring myself to handle a book that has been saturated by toilet water. My apologies to the author, publisher, etc. (It's a shame because it looked like a good read).
November 25, 2016
I LOVED this book!
It was (for me) very practical. For anyone else who struggles with the intricacies of balancing life, time, and relationships, this book - through its four well developed chapters - helps break down the angst and anxieties.
The exercises and worksheets throughout the book is poised to help weed through the muddle and get you started on a very positive, productive, concrete plan.
The book has so many real life stories and then breaks it down to show you how to "fix the way you think or react". Reading through the stories, you may find yourself - or someone you know! - who fits the scenario, but it's easily adapted to fit something/someone in your life, as well.
Most self- help books I come across seem off the mark or difficult to relate or incorporate into your life, to alter your habits or attitudes. This book is a very useful tool for yourself - or an inspiring book to give to someone who seems "their life never seems to go right".
I loved it and recommended it to several people. And I may pick up a few more hard copies as gifts! (This is definitely more useful as a hard copy unless the exercises allow editing on an e-version.)
* I won this on a goodreads giveaway but my lengthy review is written on my valuable time and not influenced nor reimbursable *
It was (for me) very practical. For anyone else who struggles with the intricacies of balancing life, time, and relationships, this book - through its four well developed chapters - helps break down the angst and anxieties.
The exercises and worksheets throughout the book is poised to help weed through the muddle and get you started on a very positive, productive, concrete plan.
The book has so many real life stories and then breaks it down to show you how to "fix the way you think or react". Reading through the stories, you may find yourself - or someone you know! - who fits the scenario, but it's easily adapted to fit something/someone in your life, as well.
Most self- help books I come across seem off the mark or difficult to relate or incorporate into your life, to alter your habits or attitudes. This book is a very useful tool for yourself - or an inspiring book to give to someone who seems "their life never seems to go right".
I loved it and recommended it to several people. And I may pick up a few more hard copies as gifts! (This is definitely more useful as a hard copy unless the exercises allow editing on an e-version.)
* I won this on a goodreads giveaway but my lengthy review is written on my valuable time and not influenced nor reimbursable *
December 28, 2017
If you are looking to read a book that will enhance your emotional intelligence and equip you with mindfulness tools, this is a very good book to read.
Halley starts with sharing how life can get so chaotic, we find ourselves in a rut and wonder how we can ever be straightened out to achieve a semblance of balance
She then shares successful strategies that she employs to nurture and sustain her inner life. They include mindfulness, healing negativity, elevating positivity, awareness, connection and nurturing
She provides activities and resources in this book that help the readers implement plans to sustain a healthy life
Favourite quote: “When we engage in life this way - attempting to gain self-worth and belonging through means outside ourselves-we are destined to fail.”
“Until we define who we are and what we are, we will remain the proverbial bottomless pit or a shape shifter, borrowing someone else’s identity in the hopes that we finally experience contentment.”
Halley starts with sharing how life can get so chaotic, we find ourselves in a rut and wonder how we can ever be straightened out to achieve a semblance of balance
She then shares successful strategies that she employs to nurture and sustain her inner life. They include mindfulness, healing negativity, elevating positivity, awareness, connection and nurturing
She provides activities and resources in this book that help the readers implement plans to sustain a healthy life
Favourite quote: “When we engage in life this way - attempting to gain self-worth and belonging through means outside ourselves-we are destined to fail.”
“Until we define who we are and what we are, we will remain the proverbial bottomless pit or a shape shifter, borrowing someone else’s identity in the hopes that we finally experience contentment.”
December 12, 2016
WOW!!! I am already on my second read of this book thanks to a compelling author and in-depth tools to accompany each section. I am at a crossroads in my career and am working through the Expression section which deals with locating how best to turn your passions and interests into more than just "ideas".
This author has a strong voice which I appreciate while also not taking herself, or the subject matter, too seriously. Thank you for writing a self-help book that can actually produce change!!
This author has a strong voice which I appreciate while also not taking herself, or the subject matter, too seriously. Thank you for writing a self-help book that can actually produce change!!
February 3, 2018
There were some chapters that I loved, and I took plenty of notes from those parts of the book, but as a whole, it fell flat for me.
February 5, 2017
Variable. Some annoying ways of writing things e.g. Question? (Raises hand). The latter part of the book was better than the beginning (1 & 2 were not great). Quoted lots of people but few scientists which I thought was telling.
The general level of the book was too airy fairy for me which meant I didn't properly engage with what useful content there was. Others may be able to get past this more easily.
Some display issues with tables & the activities.
The general level of the book was too airy fairy for me which meant I didn't properly engage with what useful content there was. Others may be able to get past this more easily.
Some display issues with tables & the activities.
September 29, 2017
The overall premise of this book is good, but I'm pretty sure I was born on a different planet than Bock. Much of the work the book suggests is more relevant to people who are still working than a retiree such as myself. The section I liked best and was most relevant to my life was that on relationships. Her use of swear words detracted from the subject, the overall tone, and my respect for her as a voice of authority.
July 16, 2018
Overall I liked the layout of the book and the ideas the author shared. There was a lot of looking internally which I loved. I definitely got a much better idea on who I was and what I was looking for in life. Being a stay at home mom the parts about work didn’t really stick with me but I can see they may be helpful to someone else.
February 3, 2017
I won this book through Goodreads. I really enjoyed this self help book. It really held true for me. Lots of great ideas to try out.
June 15, 2017
I seem to remember just flipping through this one and finding some useful hints.
December 1, 2019
Good reminders, journal prompts, & food for thought. The author integrates her personal experience, Buddhist teachings, and studies from many well-known thought leaders. It was a good mix.
October 14, 2021
Didn't get much out of this book. Read more like a textbook for a psychology class.
February 5, 2017
Life, Incorporated is a self-help book with a unique structure, that contains mostly the same information and exercises that you can find in similar books. If the structure is one that the reader finds engaging, it's a good book to use for a transformation. If the structure doesn't really fit, which is what I personally experienced, it's not as useful. I think public libraries would do well to purchase this book; there are plenty of readers looking for new avenues for self-improvement who would do well to check this book out.
**I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.**
**I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.**
November 27, 2016
I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways. As always, an honest review.
For me personally this book didn't resonate with me. It could resonate with and help other people. Self help books are so personal that it has to be the right fit for the reader, so I rarely dismiss a book in this genre for that reason alone. Just because this book wasn’t the right fit for me, doesn’t mean that no one else will benefit from it. There were some issues I had with the content though.
From the very beginning I noticed that the writing style was very straightforward, factual, and had the vibe of a go getter. For me that doesn’t really work in a self help book, but again some people with different personalities would like it. I felt that a lot of the book was the author stating the elements of having a whole hearted life and then explaining how this relates to her life. There were a lot of stories from her personal journey of life improvement. Some of the steps lacked adequate activities to complete this part of a person’s journey. The book tried to cover so much, so it ended up moving too quickly and not going into enough depth. After most explanations and examples of steps to take to improve one’s life, there were activities to be done as a sort of workbook activity. Some were helpful for me, while others didn’t really relate to my life. I did like the activities that helped me to identify my feelings in the moment. That’s something I will continue to use in my day to day life.
For me personally this book didn't resonate with me. It could resonate with and help other people. Self help books are so personal that it has to be the right fit for the reader, so I rarely dismiss a book in this genre for that reason alone. Just because this book wasn’t the right fit for me, doesn’t mean that no one else will benefit from it. There were some issues I had with the content though.
From the very beginning I noticed that the writing style was very straightforward, factual, and had the vibe of a go getter. For me that doesn’t really work in a self help book, but again some people with different personalities would like it. I felt that a lot of the book was the author stating the elements of having a whole hearted life and then explaining how this relates to her life. There were a lot of stories from her personal journey of life improvement. Some of the steps lacked adequate activities to complete this part of a person’s journey. The book tried to cover so much, so it ended up moving too quickly and not going into enough depth. After most explanations and examples of steps to take to improve one’s life, there were activities to be done as a sort of workbook activity. Some were helpful for me, while others didn’t really relate to my life. I did like the activities that helped me to identify my feelings in the moment. That’s something I will continue to use in my day to day life.
February 13, 2017
THANK YOU!!! I am so happy to win this giveaway! I have not received the book yet, but once I read it I will update my reviews:) thank you!!!!!!
December 3, 2016
I LOVED this book. I was hesitant to read another book on how to improve my life but this nails it. Authentic, to the point and with a sensitivity that comes from getting more and more resilient from life's bumps. The writing style, the vulnerability of stories shared and mostly importantly, the practical, doable HOW TO actually foster a rich inner life so you're not at the mercy of life's external whims, rather building a solid internal ecosystem that keeps you rooted in who you really are, what you value and how to guide your life from there. Invaluable. I'm on my third read of it because each section is so rich, you can go back to it as a reference time and time again. It has helped to keep me connected with myself, the most important connection of all. Post-election trauma, this has been a lifeline. I travel with it in my bag lest I need to re-ground. Highly recommend it as a classic go to.
February 3, 2017
Life, Incorporated was just what I needed to read right now. Each chapter delves into a different part of life without being too complicated or intense. No matter your situation, any adult could benefit from reading this book. The exercises are incredible as well.
*NetGalley provided in exchange for an honest review.
*NetGalley provided in exchange for an honest review.
December 1, 2016
Was fortunate to receive an early copy of this book, and am so grateful I did. It came at a time in my life when I actually was able to use it to help me through a difficult time. I have ordered several copies to give as holiday gift for friends who are at a crossroads in their lives.
April 9, 2017
I read the library's copy of this book and connected with it on so many levels that I am going to buy my own copy and get to work! This book is sprinkled with many meaningful quotes that are not a simple restating of verbiage from the text but extensions of the point made. Bock's humor and wisdom help guide the reader through a written process of discovering your authentic self while creating an awareness of life balance that reflect your unique values. Inspiring!
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