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Be Who You Want, Have What You Want: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life

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From the author of the popular Zen and the Art of Happiness and The Alcoholism and Addiction Cure, this proven program for change delivers a sure-fire system for letting go of limited ways of thinking, learning how to create the best possible outcome in every situation, and breaking through to real happiness now.

260 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1988

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Chris Prentiss

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39 reviews
June 2, 2013
Absolutely loved this book. Makes you see who you really are and what your values are. I recommend this book to anyone looking for some clarity.
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August 19, 2014
"All things that happen in your life are for your complete benefits" is a great way to think and to live a great life..
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27 reviews7 followers
August 16, 2019
"You will bless the day, this book came into your life"

This is literally true for me. This is a book full of positivity, positive attitude, positive thinking.

After reading this book, you really feel you can get anything you want, irrespective of your current circumstances.


"Everything that happens to me is perfect and is for my total benefit"

The book is based on this quote. Author Prentiss has tried to make readers understand and adopt this belief whenever they face any problem. He also has included practical exercises at end of every chapter, which should be taken seriously to get max from this book.

Prentiss has also mentioned various stories of people who benefited by adopting this belief or philosophy.

All in all, this book isn't just any other book that you read and lock in your book shelves.

This is a companion to ones journey called life. Whenever you're in stress, depression facing any problem, read this book to find solutions.

Thank you Chris Prentiss for such a wonderful book 🙂
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March 30, 2023
A pesar de no ser fanático del género de autoayuda, leí este ejemplar con la mente abierta y obtuve más de lo que creí. De igual manera me costó terminarlo más de lo normal ya que no estoy acostumbrado a este tipo de contenido, aún así fue disfrutable, además de que este libro me fue obsequiado con la mejor de las intenciones. En fin, lo recomendaría solo a cierto tipo de personas que sin duda entienden y viven la vida mejor que yo.
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July 21, 2024
been a fan of chris Prentiss and his book Zen and the Art of Happiness. this book is a much deeper version and rewarding read. helped me through a difficult time navigating unemployment and the journey of what to come next. will def keep on hand and reference throughout life
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142 reviews3 followers
December 24, 2017
A nice book with some good insights that can pivot your thinking to a more positive frame. Read with an open mind.
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February 25, 2024
Страхотна. Бях скептично настроена и се колебаех дали да я чета изобщо. Но едно гласче ме подтикна към нея и беше право. Променя доста нагласи и надгражда мисленето. Заслужава си.
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225 reviews6 followers
May 11, 2024
It proved much better than I had judged it by its cover. Many good exercises, techniques and methods worth practicing.
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