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The Obstacle Is the Way
rated 5 out of 5read october 2022
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open booksense →We can turn pain, frustration, and crisis into opportunity.
Right perception is the great differentiator when it comes to overcoming adversity and obstacles.
There is no good or bad in nature. It is only our perception that defines what an event means for us.
We have power over our perceptions. It is something we can control. If we can control something we can change it.
We have many ways to turn adversity into an advantage, to turn trials into triumphs.
Ryan Holiday in this empowering book tries to dissect this ancient art of stoic philosophy and make it more approachable, actionable, and relevant to our era.
I really needed this. I already applied it to a situation and believe it or not, I think it works beautifully. I turned my frustration into a brilliant opportunity.
Happy reading! 📙