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Snap!: Change Your Personality in 30 Days
New York Times bestselling author Dr. Gary Small’s breakthrough plan to improve your personality for a better life!
Experts in psychiatry and psychology have long believed that our personalities are essentially set from early childhood and remain consistent throughout life. However, the latest scientific research contradicts this long-held assumption. New compelling evidence indicates that we can change our personalities – either on our own, with the help of a therapist, or a combination of the two – and meaningful personality change can be achieved in a snap! – as quickly as 30 days. These groundbreaking findings have shattered the false belief that we are locked into our negative personality traits – no matter how much they hinder our potential happiness and success.
As you read SNAP! you will gain a better understanding of who you are now, how others see you, and which aspects of yourself you’d like to change. You will acquire the tools you need to change your personality in just one month – it won’t take years of psychotherapy, self-exploration or re-hashing every single bad thing that’s ever happened to you. If you are committed to change, this book will provide a roadmap to achieving your goals and becoming a better you. From New York Times bestselling author, head of the UCLA Longevity Center, and expert in neuroscience and human behavior, Dr. Gary Small, a practical look at the key components of personality development and tools and techniques for bringing the positive aspects of your personality to the forefront so you can become more successful, attractive, happier, and psychologically healthier. "SNAP! shows that personalities can be changed from what our genes or early childhood would have ordained. Invest the 30 days.
—DR. MEHMET OZ
“I love SNAP! Dr. Small has deftly translated the latest breakthrough science on personality change into a hopeful and actionable guide with monumental implications. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to improve themselves and their lives.”
—MURALI DORAISWAMY, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, Duke University
"The core idea of SNAP! is that you can change not just behaviors, but also your personality. Dr. Gary Small takes us on a compelling and accessible tour of the research on personality change. Then he outlines a plan for change that anyone can follow. For many people, this has the potential to be a life-altering book.”
—DANIEL R. PINK, author of DRIVE and WHEN
”In recent years, we have learned how to change just about everything in our our environment, our genetics, and now even our personality. As he so brilliantly does, Dr. Small has distilled the remarkable science around personality into something understandable and useful. You will start by really understanding how others perceive you, a truly fascinating exercise with a remarkable payoff.
—DR. SANJAY GUPTA, Faculty Neurosurgeon, The Emory Clinic and Chief Medical Correspondent, CNN
"Gary Small and Gigi Vorgan have created an inspiring and accessible scientifically grounded guide to transforming our habits of thought and behavior we once thought were unchangeable aspects of our personality. If you have ever felt that some unwanted emotional reactivity, pattern of interacting with others, or ingrained trains of thought were going to imprison you for the rest of your life, this helpful book offers you an efficient roadmap to freedom you may have been secretly longing for—take it up and see for yourself how these simple suggestions can free your life!”
—DANIEL J. SIEGEL, M.D., UCLA Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, New York Times bestselling author of Mind and Aware Gary Dr. Gary Small , (Los Angeles, CA) is a professor of psychiatry and director of the UCLA Longevity Center* at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience & Human Behavior. His research, supported by the NIH, has made headlines in the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times . Scientific American magazine named him one of the world’s leading innovators in science and technology. Dr. Small lectures internationally and frequently appears on the Today show , Good Morning America , PBS, and CNN. He has written six books, including the New York Times best seller, The Memory Bible .
Gigi Gigi Vorgan (Los Angeles, CA) has written, produced, and appeared in numerous feature films and television projects before teaming up with her husband, Dr. Gary Small, to co-write The Memory Bible , The Memory Prescription, The Longevity Bible , iBrain , The Other Side of the Couch , and The Alzheimer’s Prevention Program . She lives in Los Angeles with Dr. Small and their two children. PREFACE
Think of the person you most admire. How would you describe her personality? Is she outgoing, warm, conscientious? Do you think of her as funny, confident or generous? Perhaps you wish you were more like her in some ways.
Now think of someone you don't care for. What is it about his personality that you don't like? Is he anxious, short-tempered, or unreliab...
Experts in psychiatry and psychology have long believed that our personalities are essentially set from early childhood and remain consistent throughout life. However, the latest scientific research contradicts this long-held assumption. New compelling evidence indicates that we can change our personalities – either on our own, with the help of a therapist, or a combination of the two – and meaningful personality change can be achieved in a snap! – as quickly as 30 days. These groundbreaking findings have shattered the false belief that we are locked into our negative personality traits – no matter how much they hinder our potential happiness and success.
As you read SNAP! you will gain a better understanding of who you are now, how others see you, and which aspects of yourself you’d like to change. You will acquire the tools you need to change your personality in just one month – it won’t take years of psychotherapy, self-exploration or re-hashing every single bad thing that’s ever happened to you. If you are committed to change, this book will provide a roadmap to achieving your goals and becoming a better you. From New York Times bestselling author, head of the UCLA Longevity Center, and expert in neuroscience and human behavior, Dr. Gary Small, a practical look at the key components of personality development and tools and techniques for bringing the positive aspects of your personality to the forefront so you can become more successful, attractive, happier, and psychologically healthier. "SNAP! shows that personalities can be changed from what our genes or early childhood would have ordained. Invest the 30 days.
—DR. MEHMET OZ
“I love SNAP! Dr. Small has deftly translated the latest breakthrough science on personality change into a hopeful and actionable guide with monumental implications. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to improve themselves and their lives.”
—MURALI DORAISWAMY, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, Duke University
"The core idea of SNAP! is that you can change not just behaviors, but also your personality. Dr. Gary Small takes us on a compelling and accessible tour of the research on personality change. Then he outlines a plan for change that anyone can follow. For many people, this has the potential to be a life-altering book.”
—DANIEL R. PINK, author of DRIVE and WHEN
”In recent years, we have learned how to change just about everything in our our environment, our genetics, and now even our personality. As he so brilliantly does, Dr. Small has distilled the remarkable science around personality into something understandable and useful. You will start by really understanding how others perceive you, a truly fascinating exercise with a remarkable payoff.
—DR. SANJAY GUPTA, Faculty Neurosurgeon, The Emory Clinic and Chief Medical Correspondent, CNN
"Gary Small and Gigi Vorgan have created an inspiring and accessible scientifically grounded guide to transforming our habits of thought and behavior we once thought were unchangeable aspects of our personality. If you have ever felt that some unwanted emotional reactivity, pattern of interacting with others, or ingrained trains of thought were going to imprison you for the rest of your life, this helpful book offers you an efficient roadmap to freedom you may have been secretly longing for—take it up and see for yourself how these simple suggestions can free your life!”
—DANIEL J. SIEGEL, M.D., UCLA Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, New York Times bestselling author of Mind and Aware Gary Dr. Gary Small , (Los Angeles, CA) is a professor of psychiatry and director of the UCLA Longevity Center* at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience & Human Behavior. His research, supported by the NIH, has made headlines in the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times . Scientific American magazine named him one of the world’s leading innovators in science and technology. Dr. Small lectures internationally and frequently appears on the Today show , Good Morning America , PBS, and CNN. He has written six books, including the New York Times best seller, The Memory Bible .
Gigi Gigi Vorgan (Los Angeles, CA) has written, produced, and appeared in numerous feature films and television projects before teaming up with her husband, Dr. Gary Small, to co-write The Memory Bible , The Memory Prescription, The Longevity Bible , iBrain , The Other Side of the Couch , and The Alzheimer’s Prevention Program . She lives in Los Angeles with Dr. Small and their two children. PREFACE
Think of the person you most admire. How would you describe her personality? Is she outgoing, warm, conscientious? Do you think of her as funny, confident or generous? Perhaps you wish you were more like her in some ways.
Now think of someone you don't care for. What is it about his personality that you don't like? Is he anxious, short-tempered, or unreliab...
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Published January 9, 2018
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March 2, 2018
Truth is, it's been a month since I've finished this book. The only reason why I haven't updated it as read here so I'd be pushed to review it. Well, that's another problem, i don't know how to review a Non-Fiction.
Yep, this is kinda the first Self-Help book that I need to review. :) :) I'm just gonna say what I think in the simplest way.
I like this book. LOL. What? I said simple. Hahaha... (this just shows my personality, isnt it?)
See what I did there?
Okay kidding aside, this book, I requested it because it seems interesting. Changing your personality, or at least having results in doing so, in as little as 30 Days. That's intriguing. What I did was read the book little by little, everyday from 1st of January til 3oth. I'm relishing it and in hindsight, I can say now, I did the right thing.
I can't say that this book is life changing, and in the span of only 30 days. That's just impossible. I mean, if it is possible, ahm maybe I'm not an introvert anymore. :) But I CAN say that this book is so informative. The author explains everything there is that the reader should know about personality. And the tips he shared are somehow sensible. And thus I could say that reading it little by little is the best way. :)
Overall, this book is recommendable. Though i haven't read that many self-help books, I know this is a good one. :)
*I got this book from the authors and Publishers thru Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you.
Yep, this is kinda the first Self-Help book that I need to review. :) :) I'm just gonna say what I think in the simplest way.
I like this book. LOL. What? I said simple. Hahaha... (this just shows my personality, isnt it?)
See what I did there?
Okay kidding aside, this book, I requested it because it seems interesting. Changing your personality, or at least having results in doing so, in as little as 30 Days. That's intriguing. What I did was read the book little by little, everyday from 1st of January til 3oth. I'm relishing it and in hindsight, I can say now, I did the right thing.
I can't say that this book is life changing, and in the span of only 30 days. That's just impossible. I mean, if it is possible, ahm maybe I'm not an introvert anymore. :) But I CAN say that this book is so informative. The author explains everything there is that the reader should know about personality. And the tips he shared are somehow sensible. And thus I could say that reading it little by little is the best way. :)
Overall, this book is recommendable. Though i haven't read that many self-help books, I know this is a good one. :)
*I got this book from the authors and Publishers thru Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you.
January 9, 2018
SNAP: Change Your Personality in 30 Days is an easy, informative read. I read this in one evening. It is not my usual genre, but I did enjoy it because it was neither too dry with too many facts, nor too much fluff. The books centers on "Big Five" dimensions (Extraversion, Openness, Conscientiousness, Agreeableness and Emotional Stability). I do not agree with the authors’ premise that one can change one’s personality in 30 days. I would concur that one can change certain behaviors, attitudes and thought patterns and the authors offer up some very good tips on how to do so. However, to my knowledge, an introvert does not become an extrovert and I know of no extrovert that became an introvert. Forcing oneself to attempt that would likely result in a very frustrated and unhappy individual. Individuals can seek to become more balanced, of course, and I believe that is what the authors are truly driving at. Semantics aside, it is a good read with helpful hints for those seeking personal development. I give it a solid 4 stars. Although I received a copy of this book from Net Galley, this did not affect my rating. I have provided an unbiased and honest review.
July 17, 2019
“SNAP! Change Your Personality in 30 Days” by New York Times bestselling author Dr. Gary Small presents a surefire method to better your temperament in as little as a month.
Head of the UCLA Longevity Center and expert in neuroscience and human behavior, Dr. Small draws upon the latest scientific research that shatters the myth that we are locked into negative personality traits — and offers tools and techniques to swiftly improve potential health, happiness and success. Highly recommended!
Pub Date 09 Jan 2018
Thanks to Humanix Books and NetGalley for the review copy; opinions are fully mine.
#Snap! #NetGalley
Head of the UCLA Longevity Center and expert in neuroscience and human behavior, Dr. Small draws upon the latest scientific research that shatters the myth that we are locked into negative personality traits — and offers tools and techniques to swiftly improve potential health, happiness and success. Highly recommended!
Pub Date 09 Jan 2018
Thanks to Humanix Books and NetGalley for the review copy; opinions are fully mine.
#Snap! #NetGalley
July 17, 2019
The book was going well.. But the difference you get when you rate yourself according to the 'big five personality wheel' vs the 'check box statements' for each personality category got me stumped! That much difference cannot be right?! Sorry!
And it won't be only for me, as the check box statements are basic and wheel rating is standardised. How can one assess their personality in this conflict??
And the end strategies, tools and so called solutions, seriously? It should be called advertising for counselling! And those apps, damn. The end.
And it won't be only for me, as the check box statements are basic and wheel rating is standardised. How can one assess their personality in this conflict??
And the end strategies, tools and so called solutions, seriously? It should be called advertising for counselling! And those apps, damn. The end.
June 25, 2018
We can all change our personality, is the bold claim in this book and the title Snap, makes it sound easy.
Is it easy? No, it takes a lot of work and perhaps some professional help, but you can change...
I enjoyed this title, but beware changing your personality isn’t just a snap, it takes a lot of work and determination
Is it easy? No, it takes a lot of work and perhaps some professional help, but you can change...
I enjoyed this title, but beware changing your personality isn’t just a snap, it takes a lot of work and determination
July 25, 2018
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book courtesy of NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I read this book due to the positive reviews and my interest in self-help books.
I found this book both enjoyable and informative. This book discusses how extroverts have a longer life expectancy than introverts. This book helps guide you to change your personality for the better and improve your health. Your motivation is the most critical component for success. The book includes thought-provoking questions to help you define the person you want to become and attain it.
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I read this book due to the positive reviews and my interest in self-help books.
I found this book both enjoyable and informative. This book discusses how extroverts have a longer life expectancy than introverts. This book helps guide you to change your personality for the better and improve your health. Your motivation is the most critical component for success. The book includes thought-provoking questions to help you define the person you want to become and attain it.
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October 5, 2020
This book certainly has some valid points yet some of what is written in the book is common sense. Changing one’s personality in 30 days may be easily done for some but for others would be very difficult as we are products of out environments and families. While I learned some interesting information from these authors, I think that based on some of the personality traits that we all possess, there are a few that are especially adaptable In certain situations. This book gives the reader a better understanding of the our abilities to incorporate new changes and sometimes small changes that will allow the reader to change the things about themselves they can change but I still believe that for some it will be much harder when they have repeated actions for most of their lives.
Thank you to netgalley as well as the author/publisher for allowing me to read this book in exchange for my honest review.
Thank you to netgalley as well as the author/publisher for allowing me to read this book in exchange for my honest review.
August 6, 2019
First off,let me say the title “Snap” is a red flag for me. Yes, we may be able to change aspects of our personalities but it is not easy, it is NOT a “Snap”. However there are valid points made by the authors so I don’t want to “throw the baby out with the bath water “. After all, our personalities are not cast in concrete- we change throughout our lives as we experience events in our lives. So I will take what I find useful and apply it. That’s really all we can do,isn’t it?
My thanks to NetGalley for providing me with an arc in exchange for my honest review.
My thanks to NetGalley for providing me with an arc in exchange for my honest review.
February 17, 2018
The book talks about two main things - the model of behavior change and your personality traits.
The author provides ways to assess your personality and means to tweak it to meet your goals.
The tips are practical, the examples are illuminating and the model is very clear. The tips that the author share are my favourite part of the book and one I will return to over and over again.
I received an advance copy in exchange of a review. This has, in no way, affected my review.
The author provides ways to assess your personality and means to tweak it to meet your goals.
The tips are practical, the examples are illuminating and the model is very clear. The tips that the author share are my favourite part of the book and one I will return to over and over again.
I received an advance copy in exchange of a review. This has, in no way, affected my review.
March 29, 2018
Good book on different personalities. Good advice on changing one's personality. I did try one and it didn't work for me. The book is well written and there are some very good observations/thoughts provided. Overall, it cannot hurt to read this book if possibly helping your personality is what one desires. Thanks to NetGalley, the authors and the publisher for the ARC of this book in return for my honest review.
August 27, 2018
I was always doubtful about books like this. I always thought, that I never found anything that can be useful to me. But this time I was wrong!
It’s the first time that a self-help book motivated me to try meditation. And I’m sure, that after reading it for the second or even third time I will find it even more useful.
It’s the first time that a self-help book motivated me to try meditation. And I’m sure, that after reading it for the second or even third time I will find it even more useful.
May 30, 2021
Dr Small is a thoughtful guide to the world of thinking about one's own personality. He mixes anecdotes, information, and questionnaires to help readers determine their own strengths and weaknesses, and places these into contexts both clear and dynamic.
For a self-help book, this is a good read, a beginner's guide to thinking about being.
For a self-help book, this is a good read, a beginner's guide to thinking about being.
August 19, 2020
This was a very informative book regarding personality psychology. Filled with many case studies of Dr. Small's patients, it discusses the big 5 personality traits, and the spectrum on which we can fall on each of them. It provides checklists and ratings scales for you to rate yourself on each of the traits, and practical strategies to change your personality if you wish to. It was written in an engaging way to hold the interest of any and all readers. Thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to review this book.
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March 10, 2022Simple tips and tricks that you can practically use in your day-to-day. A very good self-help book that is really useful if you are in therapy.
December 19, 2018
SNAP! is an informative book about how to change your personality in 30 days. This book proposes that we can change our personalities if we desire to become a better version of ourselves and unlocks a path to gaining a better understanding of who we are now and which aspects of our lives we would like to change.
I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and Humanix Books in exchange for an honest review.
I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and Humanix Books in exchange for an honest review.
May 14, 2020
Veramente interessante. Una guida per inesperti all'analisi della personalità e di quello che non va nel nostro carattere; come impegnarsi per modificarlo e cercare di migliorare la nostra vita.
January 25, 2018
With a conscious effort to change our personality, we can!
Snap! Is based on the observation that although a lot of our personality remains consistent throughout our lives, we always have the power to work on certain personality traits. In this book, the authors concentrate on extraversion, openness, emotional stability, agreeableness, and conscientiousness. With a personal self-assessment, the reader can determine where on the spectrum of each personality trait his or her own personality falls and then decide on which character trait to work in his or her current situation. The authors stress that the best time to change is now and explain that change can be achieved in as little as 30 days with or without professional intervention. I like that I found a lot suggestions in this book to change our behavior and ways of thinking. We can always work on our personalities. I find the tools and the outlook of this book very encouraging.
Snap! Is based on the observation that although a lot of our personality remains consistent throughout our lives, we always have the power to work on certain personality traits. In this book, the authors concentrate on extraversion, openness, emotional stability, agreeableness, and conscientiousness. With a personal self-assessment, the reader can determine where on the spectrum of each personality trait his or her own personality falls and then decide on which character trait to work in his or her current situation. The authors stress that the best time to change is now and explain that change can be achieved in as little as 30 days with or without professional intervention. I like that I found a lot suggestions in this book to change our behavior and ways of thinking. We can always work on our personalities. I find the tools and the outlook of this book very encouraging.
July 22, 2018
This book was an eye opener in some areas that I could really apply to my own life, then there was some areas I was already familiar with. Gary and Gigi did a good job putting this together with just the right enough info and photos that brought the topic to life.
September 3, 2018
Your motivation is the most critical component in life.... The book is very well written and there are some very good observations, thoughts and ideas presented here.
First self help book i read. Probably would read again for reference at another time.
3 stars. ⭐⭐⭐
First self help book i read. Probably would read again for reference at another time.
3 stars. ⭐⭐⭐
March 4, 2019
Snap! Change your personality in 30 days is a fast-paced and pleasantly- read book that is easily applied to your life. Written by Dr. Gary Small, Director of the UCLA Longevity Center and and Gigi Vorgan, the book suggests that with the right knowledge we can change our personalities in five distinct categories:
EXTRAVERSION
OPENNESS
CONSCIENTIOUSNESS
AGREEABLENESS
EMOTIONAL STABILITY
I am always really interested in books that challenge long-held beliefs and this is one of these books. The authors challenge the notions that a person's early life experiences shape his/her personality forever and that personality remains the same throughout his/her life. If you are interested in changing specific traits of your personality, they have a specific method which makes for an interesting read.
EXTRAVERSION
OPENNESS
CONSCIENTIOUSNESS
AGREEABLENESS
EMOTIONAL STABILITY
I am always really interested in books that challenge long-held beliefs and this is one of these books. The authors challenge the notions that a person's early life experiences shape his/her personality forever and that personality remains the same throughout his/her life. If you are interested in changing specific traits of your personality, they have a specific method which makes for an interesting read.
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