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Dancing Through Life: Indulge Your Dreams and Pursue Life's Possibilities
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Live your life to the fullest
In Dancing Through Life, Allen Brown offers his unique perspective: All life starts with the question Wouldn't it be great if . . . ? Allen believes that a true, authentic life begins with this simple question because it signals an awakening to the possibility of more. We can be more than we think we are, and we can do more than we think we're ...more
In Dancing Through Life, Allen Brown offers his unique perspective: All life starts with the question Wouldn't it be great if . . . ? Allen believes that a true, authentic life begins with this simple question because it signals an awakening to the possibility of more. We can be more than we think we are, and we can do more than we think we're ...more
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April 7th 2020
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I love the tone of this book. Though the author explores matters that are not new to the reader, his approach towards trusting your intuition, broadening your horizons and simply cultivating and sustaining a growth mindset- is quite interesting as it correlates to dance and music.
Thanks Netgalley for the eARC.
I know readers would love the questions to reflect upon at the end of every chapter. I did.
Thanks Netgalley for the eARC.
I know readers would love the questions to reflect upon at the end of every chapter. I did.
Dancing Through Life: Indulge your Dreamland Pursue Life's Possibilities by Allen T. Brown is one part memoir and three parts self improvement, all dressed in the coat and tails of dance references, analogies and stories. The author does a good job of mixing things up, and prefaces each bit of advice with just enough personal backstory to keep things entertaining.
Beyond the personal bits, however, there is nothing new in this book. The author relies heavily on Napolean Hill's classic, Think and ...more
Beyond the personal bits, however, there is nothing new in this book. The author relies heavily on Napolean Hill's classic, Think and ...more
Free physical book, review is my own
A very no nonsense book about improving your life. Basic things like accept your mistakes and grow from them and think about what you want and make a plan. Also, the author references one of my least favorite self-help books, Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill, and vibes off some of the things listed in that book making them interesting and relatable.
An inspirational book from a successful man, Dancing Through Life provides helpful (or maybe just motivational?) tips to make a difference in your life. The content was solid, maybe a little unoriginal, but the flow of the book was excellent. It's a short read with a red-thread of dancing weaved into the story. (Note: you won't actually learn to dance with this book.) Nevertheless, some of the ideas felt oversimplified, speaking only ever of luck and hard work as the catalysts to making your dre
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Positive Thinking
There are no guarantees in life!! Always keep dancing, life is a challenge with many obstacles, but with positive thinking you can do anything you set your mind too. Well written!!
There are no guarantees in life!! Always keep dancing, life is a challenge with many obstacles, but with positive thinking you can do anything you set your mind too. Well written!!
Unlike most motivational books, "Dancing Through Life" encourages readers via a relatable extended metaphor—that of dance. The author, now 84, describes how he ventured into the world of amateur ballroom dancing in his seventies and later placed 2nd twice in tough competitions, despite having some age-related physical impairments.
We learn how in many ways Brown has always danced through life, mainly by listening to the rhythms of his own heart’s desires. These took him well beyond his boyhood f ...more
We learn how in many ways Brown has always danced through life, mainly by listening to the rhythms of his own heart’s desires. These took him well beyond his boyhood f ...more
This inspirational book by Allen T. Brown will help anyone who is seeking to make the most their life with what they currently have and all that they certainly can have if they apply themselves. Allen relates how from somewhat humble beginnings he was able to do what so many may say they want but somehow do not attain.
His formula for success is not new. Much is drawn from other inspirational writers and he focuses heavily on Napoleon Hill's classic, "Think and Grow Rich." Allen emphasizes the th ...more
His formula for success is not new. Much is drawn from other inspirational writers and he focuses heavily on Napoleon Hill's classic, "Think and Grow Rich." Allen emphasizes the th ...more
I love self help books because I think they represent self love. If your not into you, then who will be. Dancing through life takes a different perspective on how to be happy. Many people have problems and do not view them as challenges. The author helps you indulge your dreams and pursue life’s possibilities by asking the question...wouldn’t it be great if?
What did I like? The momentum of the book is really exciting, as the author offers up such enlightening quotes and examples of people danc ...more
What did I like? The momentum of the book is really exciting, as the author offers up such enlightening quotes and examples of people danc ...more
This book by 80+ year old Allen T. Brown is part life review and part encouragement to others to do the same. "We do not have problems; we have challenges," Brown states. His premise is there is nothing we can't do if we really want it bad enough. Answering the question "wouldn't it be great if I..." should guide our activities without limitations. Raised in a world where boys grow up to be farmers like their dads, at seventeen, Brown asked himself "wouldn't it be great..." and ended up as a mer
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Allen T. Brown's remarkable new book "Dancing Through Life" is a journey of self-discovery and learning how to live life to the fullest. A true gem in the plethora available on the subject, Brown has written what may be the best book of the year. The simplistic approach to his suggestions sprinkled with personal stories capture how we should be living our lives.
Brown grew up on a farm in Michigan and had dreams beyond his little town. He ended up in Colorado and California, spending $12 to make ...more
Brown grew up on a farm in Michigan and had dreams beyond his little town. He ended up in Colorado and California, spending $12 to make ...more
Great for someone who needs that inspiration. That push to try something new, get off the couch of life, and stop letting preconceived notions set by self, society, or environment keep your from pursuing what you are passionately dreaming of doing.
That said very repetitive on the themes of getting out of your comfort zone and following your dreams. However, if you already read books on this kind of thing it might be a little slow to read as it shares similar concepts to other books like it.
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That said very repetitive on the themes of getting out of your comfort zone and following your dreams. However, if you already read books on this kind of thing it might be a little slow to read as it shares similar concepts to other books like it.
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Allen Brown provides an entertaining but short story about his life. After growing up on a farm in a loving family but in a small town with limited education and no hopes except to carry on as a farmer for the family business, he decides to leave for the merchant marine which eventually allows him to go to the army.
Mr. Brown, with an undisputed passion for learning and belief in himself, shares many stories of his varied career. He also shares many lessons from the best personal growth books su ...more
Mr. Brown, with an undisputed passion for learning and belief in himself, shares many stories of his varied career. He also shares many lessons from the best personal growth books su ...more
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher and here's my honest review:
This book is part memoir and part self help, but the author has blended them so well that you go from one to the other and back before realizing it. At times, this book seems like an ego boost for the author, but considering his age (over 80 years), we realize that he is only trying to tell us all the factors that helped him succeed in life and got him to where he is today.
The principles that helped Allen ...more
This book is part memoir and part self help, but the author has blended them so well that you go from one to the other and back before realizing it. At times, this book seems like an ego boost for the author, but considering his age (over 80 years), we realize that he is only trying to tell us all the factors that helped him succeed in life and got him to where he is today.
The principles that helped Allen ...more
Allen T. Brown has written a completely relatable book to help you self motivate, reassess and guide you through the difficult choices you face in navigating life. It is by all means a self-help book, but isn't the preachy sort, or the type that overwhelms you with all the'changes' you need to find happiness through achieving your goals.
I didn't find any real 'new' advice here. What I did find- was that through Brown's common sense approach, finding the right path doesn't seem so daunting. Brow ...more
I didn't find any real 'new' advice here. What I did find- was that through Brown's common sense approach, finding the right path doesn't seem so daunting. Brow ...more
I received this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.
For context: I am a 34 year old woman.
This is a sweet motivational book written by a man who has led a full life and is sharing his tips for your lead a fuller life.
What worked for me:
- It was a shorter book. I enjoyed that it was a easy read because I am a busy lady and I like being able to read books that I can finish easily and that hold my interest.
- The reading format. Shorter bursts of information filled with grea ...more
For context: I am a 34 year old woman.
This is a sweet motivational book written by a man who has led a full life and is sharing his tips for your lead a fuller life.
What worked for me:
- It was a shorter book. I enjoyed that it was a easy read because I am a busy lady and I like being able to read books that I can finish easily and that hold my interest.
- The reading format. Shorter bursts of information filled with grea ...more
I never know exactly what I'll get when I read a self help book like this. Most seem to be so useless that I don't waste the time finishing it, much less leaving a review. But this book was just what I needed right now. Ever since Spring Break didn't end and the coronavirus lockdown started, I've been in a series funk as well as a state of denial about my own mindset.
This book reminded me that I have control over my own reactions to circumstances. That life isn't as bad as I've been feeling it i ...more
This book reminded me that I have control over my own reactions to circumstances. That life isn't as bad as I've been feeling it i ...more
*I won this in a GoodReads Giveaway*
Why do I enter giveaways for this genre? I think it’s because I want to like self-help books. I want to gain wisdom. I want to be taught something that will make my life better… but man, they make it so hard. So. Hard.
And this book is no different.
I mean, this book really isn’t terrible… the writing is sufficient, I suppose. But really, it’s just a bunch of cliches wrapped up in secular humanism with a few personal anecdotes. Put good thoughts out into the uni ...more
Why do I enter giveaways for this genre? I think it’s because I want to like self-help books. I want to gain wisdom. I want to be taught something that will make my life better… but man, they make it so hard. So. Hard.
And this book is no different.
I mean, this book really isn’t terrible… the writing is sufficient, I suppose. But really, it’s just a bunch of cliches wrapped up in secular humanism with a few personal anecdotes. Put good thoughts out into the uni ...more
*I was given a free copy in exchange for an honest review*
While filled with cliches on how to achieve your dreams, Dancing Through Life was just what I needed. Allen T. Brown uses his life experiences to build a framework on how you can achieve anything in life. His wisdom coaxes the reader along, by giving them the tools and insights to make their dreams a reality, all while using dance as a metaphor.
Each chapter begins with an inspirational quote and ends with a checklist of steps to take bas ...more
While filled with cliches on how to achieve your dreams, Dancing Through Life was just what I needed. Allen T. Brown uses his life experiences to build a framework on how you can achieve anything in life. His wisdom coaxes the reader along, by giving them the tools and insights to make their dreams a reality, all while using dance as a metaphor.
Each chapter begins with an inspirational quote and ends with a checklist of steps to take bas ...more
I place higher weight on advice from people who have lived what they are selling. This author certainly seems to have done so. His book is a quick and friendly reminder to feel our own beat and follow our instincts about what would make our life great. The advice is given through a combination of personal philosophy, examples and the authors on personal story. I'm not always a fan of such a light treatment and quick switching between concept and personal examples. However, in this case it especi
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I pick this book up at the airport on a whim. I was searching for a happy, feel good book for the trip.
However, I put this book down halfway through and could not finish it. This book is clearly written by an old white man living in a white man’s world. He talks about factors like religion and culture as being barriers to success and living the life you want. There was no mention of unique challenges people face due to a system that puts them at a disadvantage compared to their white male colle ...more
However, I put this book down halfway through and could not finish it. This book is clearly written by an old white man living in a white man’s world. He talks about factors like religion and culture as being barriers to success and living the life you want. There was no mention of unique challenges people face due to a system that puts them at a disadvantage compared to their white male colle ...more
I am grateful to have won this book in a giveaway. It's a quick read that serves as a really good pep talk; the author's tone is warm and I came away inspired. I found the "exercises" at the end of each chapter (a list of questions to ask yourself) very helpful in summarizing his main points and encouraging serious thought in the reader (me, at least!). Thank you Mr. Brown for your heartfelt work here.
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I love to dance, which is one of the reasons I got this book. But the author went way above my expectations on motivation and inspiration. I liked how he compared different aspects of dancing to his themes. Excellent read! If there were anything I could suggest to improve the book would be pictures of the author, maybe as a child with his scar, or on the dance floor with one of his partners, or photos of him with some of his mentors.
This is an inspirational book on how it is never too late to learn how to learn something new . There are many tips on how to accomplish each goal one at a time. Plus, this book also highlights how to make the world a better place by either donating money or time towards a good cause. (I won this book in a Goodreads giveaway, and it is one that I will revisit over and over for guidance. Great read!)
Super cute read
This is a fun self.help book that goes beyond the idealistic proclamations of "just quit your job and follow your heart!" There is solid advice with clear steps to help you figure out what you want to do in the first place, and then how to work out a feasible plan to make it happen. Great read for INFJs.
I received this book from a Goodreads giveaway ...more
This is a fun self.help book that goes beyond the idealistic proclamations of "just quit your job and follow your heart!" There is solid advice with clear steps to help you figure out what you want to do in the first place, and then how to work out a feasible plan to make it happen. Great read for INFJs.
I received this book from a Goodreads giveaway ...more
I love that this book is both memoir and self help. I enjoyed reading the authors personal antidotes and how he relates them to improving our lives. I think anyone who enjoys memoirs or self help will enjoy this book.
I would like to thank Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a copy free of charge. This is my honest and unbiased opinion of it.
I would like to thank Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a copy free of charge. This is my honest and unbiased opinion of it.
This book does a wonderful job of condensing the best advice that has been covered in a variety of other books. It presents in an easy to read, informative way without being repetative or overbearing.
This is a little motivational book. Many of the ideas I've seen before but they are presented here in an easy to read way. Allen Brown makes you want to do new things and live your dreams, no matter their size or your age.
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Sweet and inspirational, and I was especially drawn to it because of the author's experience with dance. I would definitely recommend this as it helped me gain a little perspective about where I am right now in my life.
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I had a chance to read this book after winning a copy in a Goodreads giveaway. With personal tidbits from Brown and plenty of advice, it is a solid self-improvement book. It flows well with good organization.
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