"Sean is an amazing person with an important message."
--President Bill Clinton "Sean Stephenson is the Yoda of personal development, with less pointy ears."
--Jimmy Kimmel, host of ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live "As we struggle with inertia to become the best that we can be, Sean Stephenson's book informs and inspires us to stand up and keep moving forward. Thank you, Sean, for your life, your work, and your abundant sharing."
--Ken Blanchard, coauthor, The One Minute Manager "Sean Stephenson is a hero to me. When you read his book, he will be a hero to you as well. His moving stories about himself and others who have found the gifts in their pain will teach you so much about courage and, just as important, you will learn how to build your own sense of confidence when it comes to health, career, relationships, and more. Do yourself a favor read this book!"
--Susan Jeffers, Ph.D., author, Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway(R) and Embracing Uncertainty In addition to presenting Sean Stephenson's unbelievable life story, Get Off Your " But," offers anyone who needs to conquer fears and insecurities a hands-on guide for overcoming the forces of negativity and self-sabotage. Sean--a successful psychotherapist--shows what it takes to overcome the big bumps in the road, eliminate excuses, end insecurities, and ultimately stand up for happiness and success in life. As Sean explains, anyone can fall victim to the "Buts" "But" Fears (BUT what if I fail ...)
"But" Insecurities (BUT I'm not good enough ...)
"But" Excuses (BUT there's no time ...) Get Off Your "But" offers a practical guide for putting fear behind you and building the inner resources to become self-confident at work and at home. It's time to get off your "but" and start leading the life you dream.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Acknowledgments vii
Foreword by Anthony Robbins ix
Born to Kick BUT: The Short Story of a Big Life 1
Lesson 1 Start Connecting 34
How Rene Got Off His BUT 64
Lesson 2 Watch What You Say to Yourself! 70
How Bobby Got Off His BUT 97
Lesson 3 Master Your Physical Confidence 103
How André a Got Off Her BUT 132
Lesson 4 Focus Your Focus 138
How Mike Got Off His BUT 159
Lesson 5 Choose Your Friends Wisely 164
How Peter Got Off His BUT 188
Lesson 6 Take Full Responsibility 193
One Last Thing . . . 220
Resources 221
The Author 225
