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The First 30 Days reveals the nine principles of change that will revolutionize how you face transition times. With real-life stories, practical exercises, and inspiring action points, this book teaches the skills you need to face or make any change in your life, including how to:
- Use your Change Muscle
- Combat fear, doubt, and all your change demons
- Get in touch with your spiritual side
- Create a plan that will get you results
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"I've read a lot of self-help books, but this one has some solid refreshing guidance I haven't seen before. Recommend to anyone just trying to adjust to the daily challenges of life."
— Crystal (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Ariane can inspire and inform all of us going through change, whether it be big or small, professional or personal.”
— David Bach, #1 New York Times bestselling author -
“This beautiful book is like having a compassionate friend guiding you through the beginning stages of any major change in your life. I loved it.”
— Wayne Dyer, New York Times bestselling author of Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life -
“Since change is the only constant in life, it helps to have an expert navigate through the ups and downs of life. The First 30 Days is an excellent guide.”
— Deepak Chopra -
“What could you do to start loving your life more? This book helps you answer that question and provides the tools you need to make it happen.”
— Marci Shimoff, New York Times bestselling author of Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul -
“This book is full of practical information that will both inspire and inform…A must-read.”
— Cathie Black, New York Times bestselling author -
“De Bonvoisin urges readers to believe that change is a good thing, that it’s part of life and happens to everyone. She writes about recognizing negative influences and surrounding yourself with positive influences.”
— USA Today -
“Good or bad, whether foisted upon us or of our own choosing, change is always tough. Author Ariane de Bonvoisin focuses on the first thirty days in her book and offers nine principles to lessen the pain and nurture the gain.”
— Chicago Tribune -
“Life coach/trainer de Bonvoisin expands on the change theme by offering readers direction in the changes they want to make…taking an in-depth look at resistance to change (the drive that wants things back the old way) and suggesting ways to surmount it.”
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“The First 30 Days is ideal for anyone going through a change, wanting to make a change, or helping someone through a change. There are gems of wisdom in here that will make a difference in how we all get through change and transitions in life.”
— Karen Salmansohn, bestselling author of How to Be Happy, Dammit -
“Ariane has a wonderful, warm, inspiring approach to life, to changes we all go through and to what’s important. This book is filled with ways to make change simpler, easier, and less stressful. I highly recommend it.”
— Mike Dooley, author of Notes from the Universe, featured teacher in The Secret -
“The First 30 Days can help people change their lives.”
— Richard Parsons, former CEO of Time Warner -
“Smart, sane advice to guide you through any life change.”
— Redbook
The First 30 Days Listener Reviews
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" Not really my cup of tea. "
— Ricka, 9/9/2012 -
" One of the best self-help books I've read. "
— Alanna, 5/20/2012 -
" A short easy read that helps put change into a manageable perspective. "
— Kim, 7/7/2011 -
" Useful guide for those going through change or those who experience difficulty with change in their lives. Easy to read, with exercises to identify beliefs and numerous optimism quotes. Practical advice. "
— Tamra, 6/12/2011 -
" It is a wonderful, inspiring book. She has a unique way of sharing methods and techniques to embrace and accept change with positive responses. "
— Julie, 10/13/2010 -
" Met Ariane at the Mass Conference for Women a year ago - very interesting and motivating speaker. Good read for anyone going through a life change. "
— Maria, 8/27/2010 -
" It is a wonderful, inspiring book. She has a unique way of sharing methods and techniques to embrace and accept change with positive responses. "
— Julie, 8/17/2010 -
" Met Ariane at the Mass Conference for Women a year ago - very interesting and motivating speaker. Good read for anyone going through a life change. "
— Maria, 3/9/2010 -
" Not really my cup of tea. "
— Ricka, 1/7/2010 -
" A short easy read that helps put change into a manageable perspective. "
— Kim, 11/6/2009 -
" I don't usually enjoy self-help books. Can't say that I enjoyed the "read" (actually listen). That said, it served as an impetus for moving forward and clarifying things for me, and I am glad that I read it. "
— Marc, 10/20/2008
About Ariane de Bonvoisin
Ariane de Bonvoisin is the founder of First30Days.com, a website that helps people transition through dozens of changes, whether the change involves a health diagnosis, going green, moving to a new city, or getting married. She has a degree in economics and international relations from the London School of Economics and an MBA from Stanford University. She worked at the Boston Consulting Group and with media giants BMG, Sony, and Time Warner before pursuing her dream to make a difference in people’s lives. First30days.com became her life’s work in 2005. Ariane is based in New York City, where her company is also headquartered.