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Rewire Your Mindset: Own Your Thinking, Control Your Actions, Change Your Life!
Are you in charge of your life? Or are you being swept away by things that are seemingly out of your control?
In 'Rewire Your Mindset', the bestselling author of 'The Fitness Mindset', shows you how to take control of your mental, emotional and physical world. If you have ever set a goal for yourself and then self-sabotaged the moment you hit it, let fear dictate what you do, been emotionally broken by a failure, lacked confidence and felt full of self-doubt or let negative people influence you, then this is the book for you.
Read 'Rewire Your Mindset' to:
- Learn how to get the success your desire and the life you deserve!
- Take 100% responsibility because then you can control and change your life
- Decide exactly what you want to achieve then make it happen
- Believe whatever you want is possible
In 'Rewire Your Mindset', the bestselling author of 'The Fitness Mindset', shows you how to take control of your mental, emotional and physical world. If you have ever set a goal for yourself and then self-sabotaged the moment you hit it, let fear dictate what you do, been emotionally broken by a failure, lacked confidence and felt full of self-doubt or let negative people influence you, then this is the book for you.
Read 'Rewire Your Mindset' to:
- Learn how to get the success your desire and the life you deserve!
- Take 100% responsibility because then you can control and change your life
- Decide exactly what you want to achieve then make it happen
- Believe whatever you want is possible
332 pages, Paperback
Published November 27, 2019
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October 29, 2024
DNF
This will appeal to anyone who thought ‘The boy, the horse, the mole and the fox’ was a deeply profound read. Now, the book does consist of lots more sentences than the con mentioned above, but don’t let that put you off! Many of the sentences are redundant, meaning you only have to listen to/read the first one and then you can skip the next two or three. But what Charlie Makay fans are really going to love is the sheer number of insipid, meaningless motivational quotes and metaphors and general bollocks which make up so many of the sentences. Honestly, if you’re the kind of person who likes to post ‘inspirational’ quotes with pictures of unrelated attractive celebrities, or beautiful AI pictures of mountains and forests, then this is going to be like crack to you. You’re going to love it. For anyone with half a brain, skip it. I gritted my teeth through 3 hours of this drivel and decided to give up; I have plenty of quality books to read so I’m not going to waste any more time on this one.
This will appeal to anyone who thought ‘The boy, the horse, the mole and the fox’ was a deeply profound read. Now, the book does consist of lots more sentences than the con mentioned above, but don’t let that put you off! Many of the sentences are redundant, meaning you only have to listen to/read the first one and then you can skip the next two or three. But what Charlie Makay fans are really going to love is the sheer number of insipid, meaningless motivational quotes and metaphors and general bollocks which make up so many of the sentences. Honestly, if you’re the kind of person who likes to post ‘inspirational’ quotes with pictures of unrelated attractive celebrities, or beautiful AI pictures of mountains and forests, then this is going to be like crack to you. You’re going to love it. For anyone with half a brain, skip it. I gritted my teeth through 3 hours of this drivel and decided to give up; I have plenty of quality books to read so I’m not going to waste any more time on this one.
May 24, 2021
Me encantó. Buen recordatorio de cómo la mente puede ser tu mejor aliado o tu peor enemigo. Lenguaje sencillo y con ejemplos prácticos.
August 26, 2020
Must Read.
“Don’t let your dreams die at the grave” Powerful!
Brian does a great job breaking down how to ReWire your mindset in a lot of different situations. Easy to understand. Have a highlighter/or use the highlight on your kindle. This is a great book if you really want to change your thinking is some way.
“Don’t let your dreams die at the grave” Powerful!
Brian does a great job breaking down how to ReWire your mindset in a lot of different situations. Easy to understand. Have a highlighter/or use the highlight on your kindle. This is a great book if you really want to change your thinking is some way.
January 2, 2024
First read of 2024. Inspiring, motivational, kick-start into the new year. You only live once, make it count.
January 26, 2020
Loved this book! It has completely changed the way I look at life and given me ways to improve my confidence and mental health.
September 17, 2026
How Much of Our Life Is Really Within Our Control?
There is a comforting idea at the heart of self-help literature:
If you can change your thinking, you can change your life.
It is comforting because it puts the steering wheel back in our hands.
But it also creates an uncomfortable question.
What happens when the steering wheel is not entirely ours to begin with?
That is the question I kept returning to while reading Brian Keane’s Rewire Your Mindset.
Keane’s central argument is straightforward. We need to take responsibility for our thoughts, decisions, habits and actions rather than allowing circumstances, fear or self-doubt to dictate the direction of our lives. He approaches the subject through goal setting, emotional resilience, confidence, discipline and the relationship between intention and action.
And much of it makes sense.
Perhaps that is also where my slight discomfort with the book began.
Because taking responsibility is empowering.
But responsibility can become an oversimplification when it quietly turns into the belief that everything is within our control.
Keane has earned the authority to speak from experience. His journey from primary school teacher to fitness coach, motivational speaker and endurance athlete gives the book something many self-help books lack: lived experience. His stories are not theoretical examples borrowed from someone else's life. They come from someone who has repeatedly tested his own ideas against difficult physical and psychological challenges.
That gives the book credibility.
It also creates its biggest vulnerability.
When someone has repeatedly pushed through enormous physical and psychological barriers, it is tempting to conclude that the same formula can be applied universally.
But human beings don't begin from the same starting line.
One of the book's recurring ideas is the importance of what we do every day. The logic is difficult to argue with. Repeated behaviour eventually creates direction.
But there is a difference between saying our daily actions influence where we end up and saying our destination is entirely determined by those actions.
That distinction matters.
The book occasionally comes close to treating excuses as the enemy of progress. There is value in confronting the excuses we manufacture to protect ourselves from discomfort. Most of us probably do this more often than we like to admit.
But there is another side to that argument.
Sometimes a person isn't making an excuse.
Sometimes they are exhausted.
Sometimes they are dealing with circumstances they did not choose.
Sometimes the obstacle isn't a lack of motivation but a genuine limitation.
That doesn't invalidate personal responsibility. It simply makes the idea more human.
And perhaps that is where Rewire Your Mindset is most interesting to me.
Its strongest contribution isn't necessarily that it discovers a completely new philosophy of self-improvement. It doesn't. Readers familiar with books such as Atomic Habits will recognise several familiar territories: habits, consistency, goal setting, mindset and the importance of action.
What Keane does well is make these ideas practical and accessible.
The book repeatedly tries to move the reader from intention to action.
And that is important because intention has become remarkably cheap.
We can intend to exercise.
Intend to write.
Intend to change careers.
Intend to become more disciplined.
Intend to stop doing something that is hurting us.
The difficult part begins after the intention.
What happens on an ordinary Tuesday when motivation disappears?
That is where mindset becomes behaviour.
And behaviour, unlike intention, leaves evidence.
I also liked the book's use of the ladder analogy. It captures something many people eventually discover: sometimes the problem isn't that we aren't climbing. It is that we may be climbing the wrong wall.
But even here, another question appears.
How long should we keep climbing before admitting that the wall is wrong?
Persistence is valuable.
So is the ability to change direction.
That distinction is easy to miss in motivational literature because persistence makes for a better story. We celebrate the person who refused to quit. We don't talk as much about the person who recognised that continuing was no longer sensible.
Perhaps real self-control includes both.
Knowing when to push.
And knowing when to stop.
That is why I don't think Rewire Your Mindset needs to be read as a set of commandments. I found it more useful when I treated it as a conversation with an experienced person who has strong beliefs about what human beings are capable of.
Some of those beliefs are persuasive.
Some are familiar.
A few are too absolute for my liking.
But the book does something valuable: it makes the reader examine the gap between what they say they want and what they repeatedly do.
And that gap can reveal quite a lot about us.
We often say we want change.
What we sometimes really want is the result of change without the discomfort involved in changing.
That is a much harder truth to confront.
Rewire Your Mindset won't eliminate that contradiction. Nor should it.
What it does is put it in front of the reader and ask them to decide what they are going to do about it.
I finished the book agreeing with its emphasis on personal responsibility, while also wanting to put a small asterisk beside it.
Yes, we should take responsibility for what we can control.
But wisdom may also lie in recognising what we cannot.
Because perhaps the mature version of self-control isn't believing that we control everything.
It is knowing where our control begins, where it ends, and what we choose to do in between.
And that is the question I carried away from Brian Keane's book.
Am I really failing to change because I lack the ability to change, or because I have become too comfortable with the person I already am?
I don't think that question has a universal answer.
But it is a useful one to ask.
October 3, 2023
In the pantheon of self-help literature, every so often, a book emerges that doesn’t merely float ideas but anchors them in actionable steps. Brian Keane’s "Rewire Your Mindset" is one such book. Channeling the legacy of profound books like "Atomic Habits," Keane doesn't just dwell on theory but takes readers on a journey of practical application.
At its core, "Rewire Your Mindset" is a testament to Keane's vast reservoir of experiences. Unlike many in the self-help genre, Keane doesn't offer vicarious insights; he offers lived wisdom. The difference is palpable as you turn each page, encountering frameworks and strategies that bear the mark of trial, error, and eventual triumph.
The book's charm, however, lies not in its depth alone but in its accessibility. Keane has a knack for distilling complex concepts into digestible nuggets of wisdom. This accessibility ensures that the reader isn't merely a passive consumer but an active participant in the transformative journey.
One of the standout features of the book is its emphasis on mindset frameworks. For Keane, rewiring one's mindset isn't an abstract idea but a structured process. The frameworks he introduces, ranging from goal setting to emotional resilience, are thorough, insightful, and, most importantly, actionable. They serve as both a guide and a toolkit for those willing to venture into the transformative path of mindset realignment.
Comparatively, while "Atomic Habits" laid the groundwork for understanding the nuances of habits and their profound impact on our lives, "Rewire Your Mindset" takes the baton forward. Keane's work is about grounding those insights in real-world applications. He offers readers not just the 'why' but also the 'how'. It's a natural progression from understanding habit formation to mastering the art of mental resilience and growth.
In conclusion, "Rewire Your Mindset" is more than a book; it's a mentor in paperback form. For those on the precipice of change, feeling the weight of stagnation, or simply seeking to amplify their mental game, Keane’s insights are a beacon. It’s a book that promises transformation and, under Keane's astute guidance, delivers it in spades.
At its core, "Rewire Your Mindset" is a testament to Keane's vast reservoir of experiences. Unlike many in the self-help genre, Keane doesn't offer vicarious insights; he offers lived wisdom. The difference is palpable as you turn each page, encountering frameworks and strategies that bear the mark of trial, error, and eventual triumph.
The book's charm, however, lies not in its depth alone but in its accessibility. Keane has a knack for distilling complex concepts into digestible nuggets of wisdom. This accessibility ensures that the reader isn't merely a passive consumer but an active participant in the transformative journey.
One of the standout features of the book is its emphasis on mindset frameworks. For Keane, rewiring one's mindset isn't an abstract idea but a structured process. The frameworks he introduces, ranging from goal setting to emotional resilience, are thorough, insightful, and, most importantly, actionable. They serve as both a guide and a toolkit for those willing to venture into the transformative path of mindset realignment.
Comparatively, while "Atomic Habits" laid the groundwork for understanding the nuances of habits and their profound impact on our lives, "Rewire Your Mindset" takes the baton forward. Keane's work is about grounding those insights in real-world applications. He offers readers not just the 'why' but also the 'how'. It's a natural progression from understanding habit formation to mastering the art of mental resilience and growth.
In conclusion, "Rewire Your Mindset" is more than a book; it's a mentor in paperback form. For those on the precipice of change, feeling the weight of stagnation, or simply seeking to amplify their mental game, Keane’s insights are a beacon. It’s a book that promises transformation and, under Keane's astute guidance, delivers it in spades.
May 2, 2020
I can't stop telling people about your book.
Amazing read that resonated highly with me. I learnt so much from it and my new saying is 'tell me what you do everyday and i 'll tell you where you'll be in a year'. I find it so motivating as I realise it's up to me where i direct my life. You have given many inspiring useful lessons in your book. I love the analogy of the ladders. I was fearful that having my ladder near the top of the wrong wall meant I had ruined my life. Now I realise I am at the bottom of the right wall but feel so much better. I now know where i and going. Thank you Brian for your wise words. You have gained a new follower and I am telling both friends and family to start by reading this book. I also listened to my first one of your podcasts this morning. Brilliant, I am hooked😉👏
Amazing read that resonated highly with me. I learnt so much from it and my new saying is 'tell me what you do everyday and i 'll tell you where you'll be in a year'. I find it so motivating as I realise it's up to me where i direct my life. You have given many inspiring useful lessons in your book. I love the analogy of the ladders. I was fearful that having my ladder near the top of the wrong wall meant I had ruined my life. Now I realise I am at the bottom of the right wall but feel so much better. I now know where i and going. Thank you Brian for your wise words. You have gained a new follower and I am telling both friends and family to start by reading this book. I also listened to my first one of your podcasts this morning. Brilliant, I am hooked😉👏
November 14, 2024
2.75
This was a whole lot of saying the same thing over and over, occasionally in a different way.
The personal anecdotes were pretty much just "well I did it so you can too" but this did not tell you really HOW to do it, it was maybe one or two things TO do and simply just "DO IT"
Also if this man said "tell me what you do every day and I'll tell you where you'll be in a year" omfg.
There is also a fair bit of saying people simply don't do things because of "excuses" - and especially being too tired... There was no caveat of understanding that there are disabled people in the world who really simply just can't and ARE tired.
This was a whole lot of saying the same thing over and over, occasionally in a different way.
The personal anecdotes were pretty much just "well I did it so you can too" but this did not tell you really HOW to do it, it was maybe one or two things TO do and simply just "DO IT"
Also if this man said "tell me what you do every day and I'll tell you where you'll be in a year" omfg.
There is also a fair bit of saying people simply don't do things because of "excuses" - and especially being too tired... There was no caveat of understanding that there are disabled people in the world who really simply just can't and ARE tired.
January 30, 2020
Very well laid out with each chapter a lesson in itself. As someone who struggles with anxiety there are so many tips in here to help with managing your thoughts and building self confidence. I have so many post it tabs on pages of areas to refer back to, in particular the four quadrants. After reading the rewire fear chapter I'm planning on looking for driving lessons to face my fear of not being able to drive. Would highly recommend to anyone struggling with mindset or those looking to refocus what is important in their life. Definitely one to add to your reading list.
February 9, 2020
The human mind is very complex, but this book does a great job at simplifying it by breaking down different aspects of how our mind works and explains how to make changes in order to improve your quality of living - for example, accomplishing goals, breaking bad habits, reducing anxiety, etc. Brian uses his real life experiences, a lot of which are relatable and they help with points made in his book. I found many things to take away and apply to my own life going forward. Whilst reading this book, I recommend taking notes of the parts that connect with you.
November 13, 2020
The human mind is very complex, but this book does a great job at simplifying it by breaking down different aspects of how our mind works and explains how to make changes in order to improve your quality of living - for example, accomplishing goals, breaking bad habits, reducing anxiety, etc. Brian uses his real life experiences, a lot of which are relatable and they help with points made in his book. I found many things to take away and apply to my own life going forward. Whilst reading this book, I recommend taking notes of the parts that connect with you.
March 16, 2021
I wouldn’t be a book reader but since I’ve gotten in to my fitness and learning to live a healthy and be more active. I was mad to learn more. My mindset was a big thing. I was told about Brian Keane. So I looked him up. Haven’t looked back since☘️ His knowledge about everything is unreal. And he’s a genuinely a nice gent.
I bought his book over two weeks on audio and i just thought it was brilliant. There is something in it for everyone. The four pillars etc. Highly highly recommend it. Looking forward to purchasing his other books in time 📚
I bought his book over two weeks on audio and i just thought it was brilliant. There is something in it for everyone. The four pillars etc. Highly highly recommend it. Looking forward to purchasing his other books in time 📚
December 23, 2019
An excellent read. It covers all the important areas relating to mindset including looking at habits, exploring the whole area of looking at failure as feedback.
I really like the concept of the four quadrants. It's an excellent idea as it makes you ask yourself the following question: What area of my life am I neglecting?
Overall a well written, well structured book with lots of tools and strategies provided for the reader.
This was one book I really enjoyed reading.
I really like the concept of the four quadrants. It's an excellent idea as it makes you ask yourself the following question: What area of my life am I neglecting?
Overall a well written, well structured book with lots of tools and strategies provided for the reader.
This was one book I really enjoyed reading.
January 22, 2020
Rewire Your Mindset should be in the hands of every student, parent, athlete, teacher, coach and mentor. It’s an excellent resource for providing practical knowledge for building and maintaining confidence, not just in sports but life. The Fitness Mindset was another great read by the author who had everything down to the smallest detail and supported by important research. Both books are well written and easily read. Looking forward to the author Brian Keane’s next release.
March 1, 2020
I've read all of Brian's books and I listen to his podcasts so I wasn't sure if I'd get anything extra from this but I'm so glad I read it. I might have to buy a paper copy just so I can highlight sections. Screenshots from my kindle app won't be good enough!
Lots to think about....my favourite line was 'the quality of your life is ultimately determined by the quality of your choices and decisions'. This book is applicable to everyone, regardless of their situation. 10/10 from me.
Lots to think about....my favourite line was 'the quality of your life is ultimately determined by the quality of your choices and decisions'. This book is applicable to everyone, regardless of their situation. 10/10 from me.
January 12, 2021
This was a great book. It was clear in everything it said and some of the lines really resonated with me. There is a great amount of anecdotal stories and how to actually start to implement the advice he gives in your own life. Brian Keane splits up the mindset into different sections and it was really helpful as a lot of the time we don't even know what parts of our mind we're trying to change. Overall I'd recommend this book.
January 24, 2021
This book i think has everything one needs to accomplish there goals whilst being happy & fulfilling life to the fullest. Every chapter is broken down so they can easily be understood and implemented into your life. There are so many nuggets of information that I'm sure I will be revisiting it regularly.
Brian puts out great content and his podcast is amazing to, go check it out if you haven't.
Well done Brian 👏
Brian puts out great content and his podcast is amazing to, go check it out if you haven't.
Well done Brian 👏
December 31, 2019
The follow up to the fitness mindset is a wonderfully crafted resource , weather you need help with your job , your life purpose , or just need to look at things from a different perspective , it’s all there . If your not a great reader you can easily flick to the chapter you need help with . Well done Brian on another hugely helpful tool . :)
January 20, 2020
Have followed Brian for years and his first book was so good I couldn’t wait for this one! It was so worth the wait I’ve read it twice already and recommended it to many friends as well. It’s a must read if you have ever felt stuck in a rut or suffered from anxiety. The tips are so practical and I now use them in everyday life. Definitely the best mindset book I’ve read.
January 30, 2020
An excellent read- especially when one is intent on setting new goals and adopting new habits. I was setting myself new achievable goals and adopting a more positive mindset before I had even finished the book. Simple, yet very effective advice. This is a book which I will continue to revert back to as I try to become more in control of my goals and positive mindset.
April 23, 2021
Really got a lot of this book. I have applied some of the require strategies and the metaphors used to explain these reside theories made the understanding very compressible and easy to remember. I will most likely reread this book to recap on it. It’s powerful. I recommend for every aspect of your life, career, family and health.
June 10, 2024
The book you will never know you needed.
Wow! I went into this book knowing that it would be helpful but I did not expect the full impact of it. This should be in everybody's must read. I know this is going to be something I will read at least once a year and will also be something I will buy in paperback also. Highly recommend.
Wow! I went into this book knowing that it would be helpful but I did not expect the full impact of it. This should be in everybody's must read. I know this is going to be something I will read at least once a year and will also be something I will buy in paperback also. Highly recommend.
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December 31, 2019Read the first book, last week, very relatable and just says how it is. Took alot from it. Started this book yesterday on the train and almost finished. Very real. Can apply alot myself and really has given me things to work with. We'll written, honest and just real.
January 3, 2020
Loved this book, just finished it. I have always been very aware of the importance of health and fitness but having read this I feel like I have a whole other toolkit to take from. Will definitely re read many times.
January 10, 2020
Excellent book from cover to cover. It’s an easy read and things are well broken down and worded. You need to be ready to accept certain things in your life and take accountability to get the most out of this book but a few things really hit me and will use these going forward
January 18, 2020
Amazing book, really helped me reset my mindset and set achievable goals for myself, was stuck in rut for so long and this book helped to motivate me into getting on the right track! Well worth the read, you won’t be sorry!
January 21, 2020
Without doubt one of the best books I've ever read, I couldn't put it down. Hugely helpful for anyone who needs a little shift in the right direction or the tools to help themselves. Read this and I promise you'll start making better decisions in life.
January 24, 2020
Such a great read. I was using techniques as I was finishing chapters. Such simple straight talking advice that will help in so many aspects of my life. A must read and re-read. Cant wait to do my 4 quadrants.
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January 30, 2020Absolutely brilliant book, there's something in it for everyone! The lay out of the book is great, can be read in chapters or as a whole. Clear and easy to understand. One for the favourite list and rereading several times!
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