9 Things You Simply Must Do: To Succeed in Love and Life Audiobook

" I've read a lot of books on personal productivity, and Henry Cloud is the best author of the genre. "

" Another for Pastoral Counseling but it has been very interesting so far. reading for book review so it's been quick. will probably go back and read again another time. "

" Enjoyable read with personal examples illustrating solid tips for more intentional living. (I read this book while on the Mayan Riviera this Spring.) Reminded me of Stephen Covey's "7 Habits" in sections (which have helped me tremendously!) For instance, Cloud's suggestion that we "Play the Movie" was dead on Covey's concept that we "Begin with the End in Mind." This concept alone is powerful! "

" Lots of good nuggets in this book, from "play the whole movie" and "don't play fair". Good concepts to apply to any situation. "

" Henry Cloud is one of my heroes. I loved this book. The examples he uses to illustrate his points are perfect. It's a fast read and my first choice for the New Year's resolution to read one book a month about inner improvement. "

" Appreciated his advice in chapter Four, or move quickly to deal w/whatever crushes the spirit to avoid wasting life energy + time on negative energy w/o resolution. Clear out space-takers that don't contribute to life, + discern b/t wish (subjective reality) + hope (grounded in evidence). Heed the "cringe factor," or opt out of things that you intuit as not right for you. Make room for good in your life. Etc.! "

" This book is a very quick read. The 9 things are very simplistic. If you have ever read any 12 step literature, a lot of his sayings and ideas are taken directly from their slogans and literature. The message is basically to have good boundaries, be true to yourself and trust your instincts. "

" 9 simple things. In fact they are so simple that many of us might think this is a joke. And yet, they are vitally important to our effectiveness here on earth. "

" It was clear and full of useful information. He outlines clear and simple principles that can further the quality of your life if applied. I appreciated his insight, and the fact it was put forward intelligently but simply. "

" this 9 things are good to live by. "

" Loved this book, had such good advice said very creatively. My favorites: hate well, don't play fair, be humble. "

" I liked most things about this book. The author seems to have seriously bad luck in business dealings and I could have done without the Bible verses every two seconds. Other than that, lots of useful information. "

" Another one of my Black Belt books - I've been through it about 6 times and plan on doing it again. I listen to it while I run. Anything Cloud writes is worth getting your hands on. "

" good reminders but nothing enlightening. "

" Entertainingly explains nine seperate ways (habits), to change how one may view, discern, choose, and behave bringing about lifestyle change that's desirable. With a fresh, non-psycho-babel tone, how to methods for experiences that result in living life successfully. "

" Not what I had hoped. It lacked the truly life-altering revelations the cover seemed to promise. It was okay, just not great. "

" Awesome book. Really helped me think differently about some things. "

" Good book if you wanna know some techniques to live an appropriate life. "

" Really good reminder of principles to live by... some were harder for me than others ("Dig it up" -- on unburying our true lifelong desires, "Upset the right people"-- on not letting other ppl's reactions affect our decision to do or not do something). Totally recommend this! "

" Easy to read and full of good advice. He tells the top 9 habits that make people successful... From getting rid of / dealing with negative things in your life, breaking down large tasks in bite size chunks you can manage, to realizing you can't please everyone. "

" One of my favorite books. Great guidance for leadership, but also every day life. Read it twice now. Henry Cloud is easy to read and understand AND practical. He's also funny! "

" Could have been good, but I got sick of him constantly talking about god. "

" A handbook for how to be the best driven person you can be. It uses biblical background as well as real life examples and psychological insight. Very good. "

" Good book - really well laid out and easy to read. I'd encourage you read only one chapter a day - give yourself time to think through each point and how it really plays out in your life. "

" I didn't think much of this book while reading it, but the lessons it teaches are more profound than the book. I find myself following the lessons from time to time. So it must of had more of an impact than I knew. "

" Great book for personal growth. I have always enjoyed clouds insight! "

" LOVED this book, and tell others about pieces of it so often! "

" Henry Cloud is amazingly gifted in giving tools that help you reach your goals. Love it. "

" I'm loving this one again, for the second time. I'd encourage anyone to try it. "

" Lots of good nuggets in this book, from "play the whole movie" and "don't play fair". Good concepts to apply to any situation. "

" Awesome book. Really helped me think differently about some things. "

" A handbook for how to be the best driven person you can be. It uses biblical background as well as real life examples and psychological insight. Very good. "

" It was clear and full of useful information. He outlines clear and simple principles that can further the quality of your life if applied. I appreciated his insight, and the fact it was put forward intelligently but simply. "

" Another for Pastoral Counseling but it has been very interesting so far. reading for book review so it's been quick. will probably go back and read again another time. "

" It was okay, had some good points. "

" I also did a lot of thinking while reading this book. I think this book contains some good ideas and I especially liked the quotes from the Bible to support his reasoning. "

" Henry Cloud is amazingly gifted in giving tools that help you reach your goals. Love it. "

" Could have been good, but I got sick of him constantly talking about god. "

" I'm not excited about lists, but this seemed to really work for me. Who doesn't want to succeed? I feel successful because I have the confidence I never would have had without reading this book. Sometimes it might seem a little too simple, but that's what gave me confidence. You can do it! "

" Loved this book, had such good advice said very creatively. My favorites: hate well, don't play fair, be humble. "

" Not what I had hoped. It lacked the truly life-altering revelations the cover seemed to promise. It was okay, just not great. "

" Excellent. Great insight on what the recurring traits are in some highly successful/effective people. "

" This is similar in ways to the Seven Habits book - very practical. It is written from the standpoint of a consultant who worked for 20 years with some of the nations top business leaders. He compiled the 9 things that seemed to keep showing up among these very successful people. "

" A different way of interacting with others having integrity and being true to your own beliefs. "