What Would You Do If You Knew You Cou..., Nina Lesowitz
What Would You Do If You Knew You Cou..., Nina Lesowitz
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What Would You Do If You Knew You Could Not Fail?
How to Transform Fear into Courage

Author: Nina Lesowitz, Mary Beth Sammons, Larry Cox

Narrator: Meredith Mitchell

Unabridged: 5 hr 58 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/14/2014


Synopsis

"What would you do if you know you could not fail?" These words, attributed to First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, have inspired tens of millions to face their fears and dare to follow their hearts. This can-do compendium is a veritable tool kit for transforming readers from reticent to role model. From the authors of Living Life as a Thank You, this volume presents true stories of ordinary people with extraordinary fortitude.Authors Mary Beth Sammons and Nina Lesowitz have gone to the front lines of adversity and fear to surface the brave hearts who took action before they were forced to, confronting and overcoming their fears in inspirational ways. From world-class athletes to spiritual teachers to cancer patients to ordinary people who took extraordinary action to transform their lives, these courage warriors teach readers to turn apprehension into action. Enriched with motivational quotes and power practices, this courage guidebook advises how to live life with guts and gusto. Readers learn to face and transform their fear, apply the art of tenacity when times are tough, embrace the lessons and gifts of a crisis that lead to personal growth, and simple, effective, and proven methods for confidence and courage.

About Nina Lesowitz

Nina Lesowitz is a gratitude practitioner and volunteer for literacy organizations. She also runs Spinergy Group, a public relations firm that represents authors and corporate clients, as well as nonprofits. The recipient of numerous awards and tributes, including a national award for excellence in media relations, Lesowitz is also the coauthor of the bestselling The Party Girl Cookbook. She lives in Oakland

About Mary Beth Sammons

Mary Beth Sammons is an award-winning journalist and author who writes about the ups and downs of handling life, health and wellness, and reinventing your life with grace and gusto. Her writing appears in Family Circle, the Chicago Tribune, and on various health and wellness websites.

About Meredith Mitchell

Meredith Mitchell is an actress who has performed in such films as Mona Lisa Smile and The Reunion, on stage with Shakespeare & Company and the New Repertory Theatre, and on television on Good Morning America. She received her BA in psychology from Emory University and her MFA in acting from Brandeis University.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Shannon on July 24, 2014

This book was ok. I read it as part of my continuing quest to ovetcome my fear of failure. It is more appropriately titled, "what would you do if you had nowhere to go but up?" It was basically stories of people who had already failed or been dealt horrific blows, and overcame. I was hoping more for......more

Goodreads review by Elizabeth on July 06, 2017

My mom borrowed this book from the library for me because she thought it would help to overcome my fears and insecurities...it didn't really help, but the stories were nice.......more

Goodreads review by Lori on April 15, 2015

Great book to listen to and gain insights on how to be courageous and NEVER GIVE UP! I enjoyed listening to the stories of other courageous people and what they did to help themselves and others through tough times. Also, I learned what I, too, can do for both myself and my business.......more


Quotes

What Would You Do If You Knew You Could Not Fail? is a book I intend to keep by my bedside when I need to be reminded of all the people in the world who have exhibited extraordinary acts of bravery when faced with the everyday trial of life. It’s impossible to feel alone when you read this book—you cannot help but be inspired.” Lee Woodruff, New York Times bestselling author of Perfectly Imperfect and life and family contributor for Good Morning America