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Thrive: The Power of Resilience
We live in a world that demands perfection. Should we not meet established milestones or targets, not conform to the appropriate curve, or fail to live up to pre-established societal expectations, we invariably experience a sense of personal failure, worthlessness, and fears and anxiety about a tenuous future.
Added to this is the struggle with financial pressures and widening gaps in inequality, fractured family units, chronic stress and mental health challenges, overlaid with the uncertainty and complexity of a rapidly changing world.
Yet, in truth, it doesn’t matter where we come from and what our historic circumstances and achievements might be. We are all capable of extraordinary lives and should not be bound by limitations, whether self-imposed or from external sources
Resilience can help us to unlock our fullest potential; it is a consummate skill that can be developed and grown throughout our lives. This reality is echoed by the likes of Albert Einstein, Oprah Winfrey, Billy Jean King and Lucas Radebe, who all
struggled on some level and overcame the constraints of their circumstances
through resilience in various forms.
In addition, many resilience ‘lessons’ and how these are applicable to everyday life are taken from a fusion of cutting-edge science and learnings from some of the most recognisable figures in world sport, including Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, Michael Jordan and Martina Navratilova.
Thrive is a rich source of unique and practical skills and tools that are easy to apply to help you develop and harness your resilience and to realise your fullest potential.
Added to this is the struggle with financial pressures and widening gaps in inequality, fractured family units, chronic stress and mental health challenges, overlaid with the uncertainty and complexity of a rapidly changing world.
Yet, in truth, it doesn’t matter where we come from and what our historic circumstances and achievements might be. We are all capable of extraordinary lives and should not be bound by limitations, whether self-imposed or from external sources
Resilience can help us to unlock our fullest potential; it is a consummate skill that can be developed and grown throughout our lives. This reality is echoed by the likes of Albert Einstein, Oprah Winfrey, Billy Jean King and Lucas Radebe, who all
struggled on some level and overcame the constraints of their circumstances
through resilience in various forms.
In addition, many resilience ‘lessons’ and how these are applicable to everyday life are taken from a fusion of cutting-edge science and learnings from some of the most recognisable figures in world sport, including Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, Michael Jordan and Martina Navratilova.
Thrive is a rich source of unique and practical skills and tools that are easy to apply to help you develop and harness your resilience and to realise your fullest potential.
305 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 15, 2022
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January 8, 2023
Thrive is an absolute must read.Richard Sutton takes complex and exceptionally well researched concepts and makes them easily understandable and implementable.His own personal story of overcoming adversity is truly inspirational and evidences how he practises what he preaches.
January 4, 2023
Richard Sutton has created a truly life altering book. His wealth of knowledge and experience are underpinned by real-life stories that engage and bring the realization of transformation to life. Thrive is my favorite book of his to date. It inspires a sense of positivity, hope and empowerment in the reader. I could not put it down and continue to refer to it as a guide to navigate a journey of endless possibility.
January 5, 2023
“Thrive” has been the perfect book to kickstart my year. The content is thoroughly researched and has provided me with a full set of tools to help build my resilience. I have as a result seen a significant improvement in my personal health & wellbeing. The book is a must read !!!
January 5, 2023
Thrive is a must read. Richard’s style of writing is relatable and exciting. Thrive serves as the gold standard for motivation and inspiration. This book is truly a guide for life and essential reading! I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to enhance and maximise their day to day life.
September 4, 2024
A great book about being resilient not only in your career but in your life.
A better definition of resilience is the capacity to embrace change and navigate stressful or challenging situations in “real time.”
People with a growth mindset believe they can develop and improve their skills and abilities with effort and practice. In contrast, people with fixed mindsets view their abilities as predetermined and don’t believe they can improve their skills.
A better definition of resilience is the capacity to embrace change and navigate stressful or challenging situations in “real time.”
People with a growth mindset believe they can develop and improve their skills and abilities with effort and practice. In contrast, people with fixed mindsets view their abilities as predetermined and don’t believe they can improve their skills.
October 19, 2023
This was an interesting book covering various ideas/elements to help boost resilience. There is a lot of science in this book which I found interesting (though may be a bit heavy for some). I particularly enjoyed the inspirational stories of athletes.
Definitely some tips that I will take away.
Definitely some tips that I will take away.
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