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You Are Awesome: Find Your Confidence and Dare to be Brilliant at (Almost) Anything
You Are Find Your Confidence and Dare to be Brilliant at (Almost) Anything [Paperback] Syed, Matthew and Triumph, Toby
160 pages, Paperback
First published April 19, 2018
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Matthew Syed
62 books546 followers Matthew Syed is an author and highly acclaimed speaker in the field of high performance. He has written six bestselling books on the subject of mindset and high performance – Rebel Ideas, Bounce, Black Box Thinking, The Greatest, and his celebrated children’s books, You Are Awesome and The You Are Awesome Journal – and has worked with many leading organisations to build a mindset of continuous improvement. He is also a multi-award-winning journalist for The Times and a regular contributor to television and radio. In his previous career, Matthew was the England table tennis number one for almost a decade.
Matthew’s work explores a thought-provoking approach to high performance in the context of a complex and fast-changing world. By understanding the intimate connection between mindset and high performance, organisations can unlock untapped potential in individuals and teams, driving innovation and agility to secure a future-proofed environment.
Matthew is also co-founder of Matthew Syed Consulting (MSC); the company has worked with an impressive portfolio of clients to build growth mindset cultures and drive higher performance in individuals, teams and organisations. Matthew Syed Consulting’s cutting-edge thought leadership programme and digital learning tools are becoming a catalyst for real and lasting change within business and the public sector.
Matthew’s work explores a thought-provoking approach to high performance in the context of a complex and fast-changing world. By understanding the intimate connection between mindset and high performance, organisations can unlock untapped potential in individuals and teams, driving innovation and agility to secure a future-proofed environment.
Matthew is also co-founder of Matthew Syed Consulting (MSC); the company has worked with an impressive portfolio of clients to build growth mindset cultures and drive higher performance in individuals, teams and organisations. Matthew Syed Consulting’s cutting-edge thought leadership programme and digital learning tools are becoming a catalyst for real and lasting change within business and the public sector.
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November 7, 2019
Sugestão de leitura aqui: https://youtu.be/pabMcGDWWpM
Há uma coisa que as pessoas têm tendência a esquecer-se com demasiada frequência: o sucesso não se atinge de um dia para o outro e as pessoas que apelidamos de "talentosas" não nasceram a saber fazer as coisas que admiramos, por muito que possam ter nascido com alguma aptidão ou predisposição para tal.
As histórias de sucesso todos as conhecemos: basta abrir um jornal, ou revista, ligar a televisão ou navegar na internet e somos bombardeados por elas vindas de todo o lado, independentemente do sexo, da idade, da nacionalidade, ou qualquer outro factor. O que esses meios se esquecem de partilhar (e nós muito solicitamente alinhamos na omissão), é que essa não é a história toda e que por trás de um enorme sucesso, ou talento, estão muitas horas investidas a fracassar e a melhorar, pouco a pouco, até se chegar ao pico que nos está a ser mostrado.
Este livro vem relembrar-nos desse nosso pequeno lapso de memória (que muitas vezes escolhemos ter) e que podemos ser quem quisermos ou o que quisermos e desenvolvermos as nossas capacidades, quem sabe até um talento! Sendo o autor alguém que começou como medíocre no ténis de mesa e que terminou a representar o Reino Unido por duas vezes em Jogos Olímpicos, o livro está cheio de pequeninas pérolas para levar a algumas mudanças de mindset, de forma a passar-se de uma "mentalidade fixa" a uma "mentalidade de crescimento".
É um livro juvenil, escrito de acordo com as idades a que se está a dirigir, mas tem uma mensagem que muitos adultos precisam de relembrar: o sucesso não cai do céu e para se ser efectivamente bom em alguma coisa, tem de haver muito trabalho, investimento e vontade por trás!
Estamos numa era de procura de fama instantânea que tem de ser combatida e este é definitivamente um livro que vou oferecer e recomendar a quem quiser arranjar formas de encorajar os miúdos a investirem nas coisas que gostam. E talvez um ou outro adulto lhe devam dar uma vista de olhos, também ;)
Há uma coisa que as pessoas têm tendência a esquecer-se com demasiada frequência: o sucesso não se atinge de um dia para o outro e as pessoas que apelidamos de "talentosas" não nasceram a saber fazer as coisas que admiramos, por muito que possam ter nascido com alguma aptidão ou predisposição para tal.
As histórias de sucesso todos as conhecemos: basta abrir um jornal, ou revista, ligar a televisão ou navegar na internet e somos bombardeados por elas vindas de todo o lado, independentemente do sexo, da idade, da nacionalidade, ou qualquer outro factor. O que esses meios se esquecem de partilhar (e nós muito solicitamente alinhamos na omissão), é que essa não é a história toda e que por trás de um enorme sucesso, ou talento, estão muitas horas investidas a fracassar e a melhorar, pouco a pouco, até se chegar ao pico que nos está a ser mostrado.
Este livro vem relembrar-nos desse nosso pequeno lapso de memória (que muitas vezes escolhemos ter) e que podemos ser quem quisermos ou o que quisermos e desenvolvermos as nossas capacidades, quem sabe até um talento! Sendo o autor alguém que começou como medíocre no ténis de mesa e que terminou a representar o Reino Unido por duas vezes em Jogos Olímpicos, o livro está cheio de pequeninas pérolas para levar a algumas mudanças de mindset, de forma a passar-se de uma "mentalidade fixa" a uma "mentalidade de crescimento".
É um livro juvenil, escrito de acordo com as idades a que se está a dirigir, mas tem uma mensagem que muitos adultos precisam de relembrar: o sucesso não cai do céu e para se ser efectivamente bom em alguma coisa, tem de haver muito trabalho, investimento e vontade por trás!
Estamos numa era de procura de fama instantânea que tem de ser combatida e este é definitivamente um livro que vou oferecer e recomendar a quem quiser arranjar formas de encorajar os miúdos a investirem nas coisas que gostam. E talvez um ou outro adulto lhe devam dar uma vista de olhos, também ;)
November 4, 2018
Was this book born with 5 stars?
See how I grew there?
Outstanding! I’ve just read Grit and this has all the best bits with more of its own and in a way that any student could understand. It is done with passion and humour and can show how anyone can become awesome!
I’m buying this for my daughters and will direct all my students toward it.
I feel an assembly coming on!
One word of advice, the kindle version is not a kindle book, it’s an ebook due to the high amount of graphics. It has very small text which has to be constantly expanded, a pain ... but this in no way detracts from its wonderful ness!!!
See how I grew there?
Outstanding! I’ve just read Grit and this has all the best bits with more of its own and in a way that any student could understand. It is done with passion and humour and can show how anyone can become awesome!
I’m buying this for my daughters and will direct all my students toward it.
I feel an assembly coming on!
One word of advice, the kindle version is not a kindle book, it’s an ebook due to the high amount of graphics. It has very small text which has to be constantly expanded, a pain ... but this in no way detracts from its wonderful ness!!!
September 24, 2020
Fiquei muito surpresa por ter gostado desse livro.
Comprei ele e mais uns dois numa promoção doida (ele tava por 5 reais e fiquei PQ NAO ne?). Eu sabia que era um livro infantil e bem positivo/meio auto ajuda (o que nao é bem a minha praia). Mas é muito legalzinho de ler.
Ele é super bonitinho por dentro, tem varias ilustrações e frases escritas com fontes diferentes (provavelmente pra pegar a atenção das crianças que estao lendo e apesar de eu nAO SER CRIANÇA funcionou comigo também kkkkkkkkkkk). E achei que fala umas coisas bem interessantes sobre os nossos pré-conceitos de achar que os outros nascem bons em certas coisas e que nem adianta a gente tentar porque não temos o dom pra tal coisa e como esse tipo de pensamento começa já na infância. Foi uma leitura boa de verdade e me fez querer desenhar!! Eu tenho esse pensamento de afff queria muito saber desenhar mas nao nasci com esse dom!! Mas esse livro realmente fez eu pensar que OK, PQ NAO tentar?
Basicamente toda essa leitura, desde a compra até os ensinamentos que tirei dela, foi um grande PQ NAO NÉ MESMO?
Comprei ele e mais uns dois numa promoção doida (ele tava por 5 reais e fiquei PQ NAO ne?). Eu sabia que era um livro infantil e bem positivo/meio auto ajuda (o que nao é bem a minha praia). Mas é muito legalzinho de ler.
Ele é super bonitinho por dentro, tem varias ilustrações e frases escritas com fontes diferentes (provavelmente pra pegar a atenção das crianças que estao lendo e apesar de eu nAO SER CRIANÇA funcionou comigo também kkkkkkkkkkk). E achei que fala umas coisas bem interessantes sobre os nossos pré-conceitos de achar que os outros nascem bons em certas coisas e que nem adianta a gente tentar porque não temos o dom pra tal coisa e como esse tipo de pensamento começa já na infância. Foi uma leitura boa de verdade e me fez querer desenhar!! Eu tenho esse pensamento de afff queria muito saber desenhar mas nao nasci com esse dom!! Mas esse livro realmente fez eu pensar que OK, PQ NAO tentar?
Basicamente toda essa leitura, desde a compra até os ensinamentos que tirei dela, foi um grande PQ NAO NÉ MESMO?
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April 4, 2019Reseña completa: https://letraslibrosymas.blogspot.com...
Este libro es una maravilla para los ojos, tiene una edición de lujo para captar la atención de los lectores, cuenta con muchísimas ilustraciones a color a lo largo de toda la historia, también emplea diferentes tipografías para remarcar las ideas expuestas (podéis ver unos cuantos ejemplos en las imágenes que estoy dejando a lo largo de la reseña), de este modo no pierden la atención del lector en ningún momento.
Este libro es una maravilla para los ojos, tiene una edición de lujo para captar la atención de los lectores, cuenta con muchísimas ilustraciones a color a lo largo de toda la historia, también emplea diferentes tipografías para remarcar las ideas expuestas (podéis ver unos cuantos ejemplos en las imágenes que estoy dejando a lo largo de la reseña), de este modo no pierden la atención del lector en ningún momento.
October 21, 2020
I got this book as a birthday present this year . My mother bought this for me from airport book shop . When I started reading this book. I don't know much what this book is about.
This book entirely changed my attitude about life . This book made me realize that I am awesome .
I will surely give this book 5 stars . An Awesome read . All children must read this book . This book helped me a lot . -'
'You are awesome 'is a book that will surely make you awesome .
As a booktuber I have read many many books This one is entirely different from all of those .
The plot is really simple to understand . Children and adults alike will like this book .
This book entirely changed my attitude about life . This book made me realize that I am awesome .
I will surely give this book 5 stars . An Awesome read . All children must read this book . This book helped me a lot . -'
'You are awesome 'is a book that will surely make you awesome .
As a booktuber I have read many many books This one is entirely different from all of those .
The plot is really simple to understand . Children and adults alike will like this book .
June 15, 2018
Encouraging and entertaining child-friendly look at promoting determination, resilience and ambition.
My 7 year old might be slightly too young for this, but did listen with me and discuss it a little in the car. I was interested to hear if the author could talk to young people on their level about some quite mature issues.
From the offset, I was impressed. The imagery used, Syed's chatty tone (he narrates himself) with the reader, lots of questions and examples, and his own real-life story all combined to make this very relatable.
With terms such as 'mindset' and 'neural pathway', it's never going to be easy keeping the attention of a young reader/listener, and I did check with my son as we went along that he was understanding everything. I'm pretty sure some of it went over his head, but really, it's the sort of book that I'd want him to revisit when he's slightly more older and some of the concepts are more relevant, when school/hobbies become more of a challenge and he needs some motivation to continue and succeed.
The story of Syed's own 'awesome vs average' journey is interspersed with real sportspersons and high achievers and the author makes it abundantly clear that it's through hard work and effort, and not good genetic luck and natural ability that they reached the heights they did. I approve this message whoeheartedly and appreciated his relevant examples - my boys' ears pricked up at the mention of footballers.
It is motivating, funny and worked very well on audiobook. My son even liked the Queen titles as chapter headings (he's a burgeoning fan!). The style suited a listening format, lots of chat and interactive sections where the listener is asked questions. Syed made an effective narrator as well, a clear speaker and engaging.
The ideal age for a reader would be 9-13, and boys or girls will find this persuasive stuff.
With thanks to Nudge Books for providing a sample Audible copy.
My 7 year old might be slightly too young for this, but did listen with me and discuss it a little in the car. I was interested to hear if the author could talk to young people on their level about some quite mature issues.
From the offset, I was impressed. The imagery used, Syed's chatty tone (he narrates himself) with the reader, lots of questions and examples, and his own real-life story all combined to make this very relatable.
With terms such as 'mindset' and 'neural pathway', it's never going to be easy keeping the attention of a young reader/listener, and I did check with my son as we went along that he was understanding everything. I'm pretty sure some of it went over his head, but really, it's the sort of book that I'd want him to revisit when he's slightly more older and some of the concepts are more relevant, when school/hobbies become more of a challenge and he needs some motivation to continue and succeed.
The story of Syed's own 'awesome vs average' journey is interspersed with real sportspersons and high achievers and the author makes it abundantly clear that it's through hard work and effort, and not good genetic luck and natural ability that they reached the heights they did. I approve this message whoeheartedly and appreciated his relevant examples - my boys' ears pricked up at the mention of footballers.
It is motivating, funny and worked very well on audiobook. My son even liked the Queen titles as chapter headings (he's a burgeoning fan!). The style suited a listening format, lots of chat and interactive sections where the listener is asked questions. Syed made an effective narrator as well, a clear speaker and engaging.
The ideal age for a reader would be 9-13, and boys or girls will find this persuasive stuff.
With thanks to Nudge Books for providing a sample Audible copy.
March 17, 2025
فيه قصة حياة الكاتب ونصائح بسيطة عشان تكون شاطر في اي حاجه صعبه او مبتعرفش تعملها وقصص من حياة شخصيات مشهورة
September 2, 2021
I may be biased. I had to study this in school. I received a copy for my end of primary school leavers gift. The only reason I still own it is for the messages my teachers wrote in it.
I hate it with a seething, writhing, incandescent passion. It’s intolerable. But I can’t say why.
Perhaps it’s the fact it’s intrinsically tied to my memories of one of my worst years of school, and while my teacher was dutifully telling me to practise things (that seems to be Syed’s only point, that can be easily contained in an inspirational tweet, not a whole 200-page book), I was busy likening my life to a series of horrific murders, or some sort of suicide pact. At any rate, I was in no mood to hear ping-pong stories.
Perhaps it’s the fact that it’s the perfect embodiment of the societal perception of what inspirational means. The book is essentially telling you to never give up, and to keep on practising your hobby, and look! I used to be terrible at table tennis! and I just hate it. Saying that the more you do something the better you become at it isn’t inspirational, it’s stating a fact. What’s inspirational is people overcoming the impossible. People carving out lives for themselves when society, or situation, or whatever seemingly insurmountable obstacle, tries to stop them. Inspirational is Gandalf coming over the hill with the riders of Rohan to win the battle of Helm’s Deep when all hope seemed lost, and yes that is Lord of the Rings but that is literally the most inspirational thing I can think of right now. I’m very tired.
Make of that what you will. Would not recommend.
Signed,
A very angry teenager.
I hate it with a seething, writhing, incandescent passion. It’s intolerable. But I can’t say why.
Perhaps it’s the fact it’s intrinsically tied to my memories of one of my worst years of school, and while my teacher was dutifully telling me to practise things (that seems to be Syed’s only point, that can be easily contained in an inspirational tweet, not a whole 200-page book), I was busy likening my life to a series of horrific murders, or some sort of suicide pact. At any rate, I was in no mood to hear ping-pong stories.
Perhaps it’s the fact that it’s the perfect embodiment of the societal perception of what inspirational means. The book is essentially telling you to never give up, and to keep on practising your hobby, and look! I used to be terrible at table tennis! and I just hate it. Saying that the more you do something the better you become at it isn’t inspirational, it’s stating a fact. What’s inspirational is people overcoming the impossible. People carving out lives for themselves when society, or situation, or whatever seemingly insurmountable obstacle, tries to stop them. Inspirational is Gandalf coming over the hill with the riders of Rohan to win the battle of Helm’s Deep when all hope seemed lost, and yes that is Lord of the Rings but that is literally the most inspirational thing I can think of right now. I’m very tired.
Make of that what you will. Would not recommend.
Signed,
A very angry teenager.
September 3, 2018
I bought this for youngest; in order to reverse the on-going (and never ending?) assault on his confidence from this elder brother. However, I'm finding it quite useful myself...
The first chapter describes the authors growing up in Reading and beginings attending the local Table Tennis club and ascent to Olympic champion. The second then moves onto 'mindset' both 'fixed' and 'growth' and how you can trade the former for the latter (desirable if you aspire to be confident).
Chapter three explores the brain and the phenomena of neuroplasticity. Chapter 4 reiterates the old adage that in order to get really good at something: 'practice makes perfect', a lesson I think we can all benefit from. Similarly, it explores failure as the route to success (undeniable!). Chapter 5 looks at what 'Genius' is and those who might be attributed to that class. Chapter 6 covers having a plan and the benefits of 'marginal gains' - i.e. that little-by-little and with continued practice (see Chp 4) small incremental changes can translate into big wins. Chapter 7 cover's 'choking' - that's the suprise collapse in performance owing to nerves and how to avoid the anxiety associated with performing. I learnt about the '5-7-9' technique here - v.useful! Breathe in for 5 seconds, hold for 7 and exhale to the count of 9. I won't spoil the conclusion of the story in Chapter 8 - but it's worth holding on for.
Despite being a children's book, this a very accessible book and I think applicable to most of us at one point or another in our lives. Now to explain to the youngest...
The first chapter describes the authors growing up in Reading and beginings attending the local Table Tennis club and ascent to Olympic champion. The second then moves onto 'mindset' both 'fixed' and 'growth' and how you can trade the former for the latter (desirable if you aspire to be confident).
Chapter three explores the brain and the phenomena of neuroplasticity. Chapter 4 reiterates the old adage that in order to get really good at something: 'practice makes perfect', a lesson I think we can all benefit from. Similarly, it explores failure as the route to success (undeniable!). Chapter 5 looks at what 'Genius' is and those who might be attributed to that class. Chapter 6 covers having a plan and the benefits of 'marginal gains' - i.e. that little-by-little and with continued practice (see Chp 4) small incremental changes can translate into big wins. Chapter 7 cover's 'choking' - that's the suprise collapse in performance owing to nerves and how to avoid the anxiety associated with performing. I learnt about the '5-7-9' technique here - v.useful! Breathe in for 5 seconds, hold for 7 and exhale to the count of 9. I won't spoil the conclusion of the story in Chapter 8 - but it's worth holding on for.
Despite being a children's book, this a very accessible book and I think applicable to most of us at one point or another in our lives. Now to explain to the youngest...
April 29, 2022
My dad got me this book when I was 16 and it is such a priceless gift.
This book is a very straightforward aid of [becoming awesome at almost everything] and precisely describes feelings, thoughts, and mindsets using colourful illustrations.
The book follows the narrative of kid average vs kid awesome.
An overall enjoyable read for both kids and teens.
This book is a very straightforward aid of [becoming awesome at almost everything] and precisely describes feelings, thoughts, and mindsets using colourful illustrations.
The book follows the narrative of kid average vs kid awesome.
An overall enjoyable read for both kids and teens.
February 4, 2023
Felt fake and was too positive for me 🥸👎
December 17, 2024
A good read with my form.
October 25, 2019
My ten years old son who is eager to do well but lacks confidence, loves this book. He is encouraged and motivated while he finds this book humorous and interesting.
April 16, 2021
Got this book for Bill my son, but ended up reading it myself. A book written for kids and young adults, but a nice read for parents as well. It talks about the usual stuff fixed vs growth mindset, see failures as learning opportunities, how to practice and how to break down goals into smaller parts.
I liked the growth mindset mantra:
1) I'm going to practice hard
2) I'm going to stick to it
3) I'm going to be positive about it
4)and I'm really proud of it
And the revision plan/marginal gains plan
1) Take a big task
2) Break it down into smaller parts
3) Access each part, and shape up those that you could do better
4) Put all the smaller parts back together for a big improvement in performance
The book ends with some nice tips on further reading in the form of books and online resources:
A Ted-Ed talk on mindsets
Mindset exercises and strategies
Challenges and inspiration from the James Dyson foundation
Growth mindset exercises you can do at home
Watch the experts talk mindset and the power of making mistakes
https://vimeo.com/103853269
https://vimeo.com/89521168
I liked the growth mindset mantra:
1) I'm going to practice hard
2) I'm going to stick to it
3) I'm going to be positive about it
4)and I'm really proud of it
And the revision plan/marginal gains plan
1) Take a big task
2) Break it down into smaller parts
3) Access each part, and shape up those that you could do better
4) Put all the smaller parts back together for a big improvement in performance
The book ends with some nice tips on further reading in the form of books and online resources:
A Ted-Ed talk on mindsets
Mindset exercises and strategies
Challenges and inspiration from the James Dyson foundation
Growth mindset exercises you can do at home
Watch the experts talk mindset and the power of making mistakes
https://vimeo.com/103853269
https://vimeo.com/89521168
September 17, 2019
Although the book is for children from 9-15; but I personally get a good ideas and tips to achieve my goals from it.
I advise everyone to read it, and parents to read it with their children.
I advise everyone to read it, and parents to read it with their children.
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April 2, 2024Pretty good, easy read for 8-12 year olds (just my opinion on age) who could use a little more resilience :)
October 4, 2020
⭐️⭐️⭐️ 3 enjoyable stars. I read this with my 11 year old son so his feedback is included.
We enjoyed this, it’s later out great, short and easy to read chapters and the main theme - to practice, try hard and be confident, was excellent.
The things we liked less were the exercises and some of the descriptive chapters went on a bit (marginal gains)
It was Sport focussed which we liked but some more famous athletes examples would have been great.
Overall a good book. Although maybe it being 2020, where no one in England uses ‘awesome’ we could rename it to something more applicable to the Tik Tok generation!
We enjoyed this, it’s later out great, short and easy to read chapters and the main theme - to practice, try hard and be confident, was excellent.
The things we liked less were the exercises and some of the descriptive chapters went on a bit (marginal gains)
It was Sport focussed which we liked but some more famous athletes examples would have been great.
Overall a good book. Although maybe it being 2020, where no one in England uses ‘awesome’ we could rename it to something more applicable to the Tik Tok generation!
July 15, 2020
I read the world book day book of this and liked it . On the 6th of July , it was my 11th birthday, so I put this book on my list and...
Oh my lord I loved it so so so much! It is super inspirational and amazing! It teaches you about growth mindsets, discipline and motivation. It surprises me that this book , this short book , has had a big positive impact on me . I believe that everyone should read this book. I loved it so much , I bought the journal the day after I finished reading it and I really want to preorder the one coming out in September!!!
Oh my lord I loved it so so so much! It is super inspirational and amazing! It teaches you about growth mindsets, discipline and motivation. It surprises me that this book , this short book , has had a big positive impact on me . I believe that everyone should read this book. I loved it so much , I bought the journal the day after I finished reading it and I really want to preorder the one coming out in September!!!
September 6, 2020
This is the best motivational book!!! Ever! And I have read a lot!!!!
Simple! Very straight! Very short! And awesome!!!
I wish I read when I was 15!!!!
Simple! Very straight! Very short! And awesome!!!
I wish I read when I was 15!!!!
January 10, 2024
This is brilliant. This is Bounce for children. Every child should read this
May 31, 2023
God this was boring
December 23, 2024
of fixed mindset and growth mindset! work hard ! anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new (albert einstein) - take a risk, dare to fail and give it your all!
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December 2, 2020amazing book to encourage some one
November 10, 2025
My school gave me this book as well
October 30, 2019
This book is a sip book and not a gulp book.
What do I mean by this?
You can't just buzz through it
You have to think and ponder.
Sometime I felt like it could only read a page or two because i needed to ponder and absorb.
I took a lot a way from this book, and I hope kids will too.
This is more upper Elementary and middle School readers and interest.
I also think it Might be more appealing to boys as there is a lot of sports references and heroes.
It can apply to girls interests as well or those sports minded but it didn't hit some more stereotypical feminine pursuits but it gives you the steps to do anything you want. Not just sports, and not just make up and fashion design or baking. (Or whatever Girls are into, I am a girl who into sports and LEGO, so figure that one out"
Beyone wasn't an amazing singer an performer when she was 3
Tiger Woods wasn't sinking puts as an infant.
Mozart wasn't writing his best work at age 6
They are started young, worked hard, and worked hard, and failed, and worked hard!
really a worthwhile book!
What do I mean by this?
You can't just buzz through it
You have to think and ponder.
Sometime I felt like it could only read a page or two because i needed to ponder and absorb.
I took a lot a way from this book, and I hope kids will too.
This is more upper Elementary and middle School readers and interest.
I also think it Might be more appealing to boys as there is a lot of sports references and heroes.
It can apply to girls interests as well or those sports minded but it didn't hit some more stereotypical feminine pursuits but it gives you the steps to do anything you want. Not just sports, and not just make up and fashion design or baking. (Or whatever Girls are into, I am a girl who into sports and LEGO, so figure that one out"
Beyone wasn't an amazing singer an performer when she was 3
Tiger Woods wasn't sinking puts as an infant.
Mozart wasn't writing his best work at age 6
They are started young, worked hard, and worked hard, and failed, and worked hard!
really a worthwhile book!
July 23, 2018
I received a free ebook from Netgalley. This does not affect my review.
This "self-help for kids" book is bright and cheerful, concentrating on growth mindset and marginal gains. I think it would work very well as part of a pastoral program for children from 9-13; obviously those with a fixed mindset have the most to gain. I am slightly worried by the emphasis on success. At no point is there help on how to deal with setbacks; what to do if you fall out of love with an activity; getting help and so on - it sort of presumes a supportive family, too. So it's a great start, but for me definitely needs to be part of a larger picture of PSHE rather than a complete solution.
I am unable to comment on the illustrations as the ebook copy I received rendered so poorly they were impossible to interpret.
This "self-help for kids" book is bright and cheerful, concentrating on growth mindset and marginal gains. I think it would work very well as part of a pastoral program for children from 9-13; obviously those with a fixed mindset have the most to gain. I am slightly worried by the emphasis on success. At no point is there help on how to deal with setbacks; what to do if you fall out of love with an activity; getting help and so on - it sort of presumes a supportive family, too. So it's a great start, but for me definitely needs to be part of a larger picture of PSHE rather than a complete solution.
I am unable to comment on the illustrations as the ebook copy I received rendered so poorly they were impossible to interpret.
February 11, 2019
Every child should read this. Help them be positive, help them see how awesome they really . In a society where people are full of self-doubt, many with feelings of low worth, this is the book to make kids sit up and see how they can be everything they want to be and more. Using positive roles models and realistic scenarios the author manages to get across that the road to success may have bumps but just keep believing. It encourages kids to see they are already amazing, unique and with a whole world of possibilities and adventures and fun to be had along the road ahead. Good to sit down and have your children read it to you, spend quality time that’s fun and constructive and grounds you together. 1-1 time perfect way to end the day, kiss them goodnight and whisper “ You Are Awesome”
May 28, 2022
It has been said many times, but I will say it again: THIS BOOK IS AWESOME - and these are not just empty words. It is written in a simple and accessible language with a touch of humour that makes it easy to deeply understand the whole essence of this book. I had read it before, a long time ago, but came back to it, which I'm very happy about. Moreover, its illustrations are gorgeous and I really liked them. They made reading this book a real pleasure (if it wasn't already). Definitely while reading, a lot of neuronal connections were made in my brain. And to think that I bought this book in a random shop whose name I can't remember now...
Best decision ever, I heartily recommend it!
Best decision ever, I heartily recommend it!
November 14, 2023
This is a very accessible book mostly about cultivating a growth mindset and putting in hard work. We got it randomly from the library and I liked it so much I bought a (used) copy. Sometimes kids need to hear the lessons you're trying to teach them from a third party, so I'll let this book back me up.
January 4, 2022
This was a quick read. (Meant for young adult readers.) With lots of visual infographics and icons. Overall pleasant and persistent about practice, consistency, and keeping a growth mindset. Very refreshing and had some good life examples from other people.
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