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Unreasonable Hospitality
- The Remarkable Power of Giving People More than They Expect
- By: Will Guidara
- Narrated by: Will Guidara
- Length: 8 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 3,820
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 3,426
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Story5 out of 5 stars 3,426
Will Guidara was twenty-six when he took the helm of Eleven Madison Park, a struggling two-star brasserie that had never quite lived up to its majestic room. Eleven years later, EMP was named the best restaurant in the world. How did Guidara pull off this unprecedented transformation? Radical reinvention, a true partnership between the kitchen and the dining room—and memorable, over-the-top, bespoke hospitality.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A Stratification What it Means to Be of Service
- By Amazon Customer on 10-31-22
- Unreasonable Hospitality
- The Remarkable Power of Giving People More than They Expect
- By: Will Guidara
- Narrated by: Will Guidara
So simple yet so groundbreaking. I wish I would have read this much earlier in my career.
Reviewed: 06-20-25
The stories in this book make a difference for me. I have had a great career and been very goal-oriented but I've always felt there was a better way. I think I figured out for myself what was in this book however Will does a great job of explaining it through story and example. This is one of the best books I have ever read on leadership and I feel as a must read for people of all backgrounds who strive to do better.
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Born to Be Good
- The Science of a Meaningful Life
- By: Dacher Keltner
- Narrated by: Marc Vietor
- Length: 9 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 85
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 53
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Story4 out of 5 stars 56
In this startling study of human emotion, Dacher Keltner investigates an unanswered question of human evolution: If humans are hardwired to lead lives that are "nasty, brutish, and short," why have we evolved with positive emotions like gratitude, amusement, awe, and compassion that promote ethical action and cooperative societies? Born to Be Good takes us on a journey through scientific discovery, personal narrative, and Eastern philosophy.
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4 out of 5 stars
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I Got This Book...
- By Douglas on 11-24-13
- Born to Be Good
- The Science of a Meaningful Life
- By: Dacher Keltner
- Narrated by: Marc Vietor
Definitely worth the listen.
Reviewed: 06-11-25
I am really glad I listened to this book. As a teacher entering my 34th year still looking for ways to better meet the needs of my students. I feel this book contributes a lot in finding ways to better understand what motivates people. I would have preferred a little briefer summary of the research behind it. However, I really liked the concepts and how we can apply this to our everyday interactions with others.
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Are We Too Tame? How to Rediscover Your 'Wild' | Craig Foster, Director of 'My Octopus Teacher'
- Length: 1 hr and 25 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 1
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 1
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Story5 out of 5 stars 1
Today, we’re venturing deep into the wild with someone whose life’s work challenges us to reconnect with the essence of nature and, in doing so, rediscover our own humanity.Our guest today is Craig Foster—a renowned filmmaker, photographer, and naturalist whose immersive experiences in the wild have captivated millions. Craig is perhaps best known for his groundbreaking documentary My Octopus Teacher, which not only won an Academy Award but also sparked a global conversation about our relationship with the natural world. I watched this movie with my son – we were gripped, we shared ...
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5 out of 5 stars
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Fixing our tame selves through getting back in touch with our wild selves.
- By DBS44 on 10-06-24
Fixing our tame selves through getting back in touch with our wild selves.
Reviewed: 10-06-24
This is such an amazing overview of a deep and reasoned look at why people and our planet are struggling so much today. Thank you!
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Scarcity Brain
- Fix Your Craving Mindset and Rewire Your Habits to Thrive with Enough
- By: Michael Easter
- Narrated by: Michael Easter
- Length: 9 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 597
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 551
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 552
Have you ever found yourself wondering “Why do I want more than I have?” Michael Easter, author of The Comfort Crisis and one of the world’s leading experts on behavior change, shows that the problem isn’t you. The problem is your scarcity mindset, left over from our ancient ancestors. They had to constantly seek and consume to survive because vital survival tools like food, material goods, information, and power were scarce and hard to find. But with our modern ability to easily fulfill our ancient desire for more, our hardwired “scarcity brain” is now backfiring.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Good story, annoying gimmick noises
- By Kyle P. on 10-03-23
- Scarcity Brain
- Fix Your Craving Mindset and Rewire Your Habits to Thrive with Enough
- By: Michael Easter
- Narrated by: Michael Easter
A great guide in understanding why we do what we do.
Reviewed: 03-27-24
As a teacher who teaches wellness this is a great guide in helping both me and eventually my students understand why something that seems so simple to control is ultimately so difficult. The right decision seems so obvious but yet as a society we make decisions there the worst in regards to our own well-being on a regular basis. Hopefully it will get a little bit easier as we can better understand the why.
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Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
- By: Dr Rangan Chatterjee: GP & Author
- Original Recording
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 11
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 11
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Story5 out of 5 stars 11
“Health has become overcomplicated. I aim to simplify it” In this podcast, we hear stories from leading health experts and exciting personalities who offer easy health life-hacks, expert advice and debunk common health myths giving you the tools to revolutionise how you eat, sleep, move and relax. Hosted by Dr Chatterjee - one of the most influential GPs in the country with nearly 20 years experience, star of BBC 1’s Doctor In the House, and author of 6 internationally best-selling books, including ‘The 4 Pillar Plan’ – Feel Better, Live More aims to inspire, empower and transform ...
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5 out of 5 stars
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This is a must listen if a positive motivation!
- By DBS44 on 11-05-23
This is a must listen if a positive motivation!
Reviewed: 11-05-23
So many incredible observations by Dr McGonagall and Dr Chatterjee in this podcast episode. As a health and physical education teacher I welcome this information and will share it far and wide.
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Effortless
- Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most
- By: Greg McKeown
- Narrated by: Greg McKeown
- Length: 6 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,258
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 1,934
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,922
As high achievers, we’ve been conditioned to believe that the path to success is paved with relentless work. That if we want to overachieve, we have to overexert, overthink, and overdo. That if we aren’t perpetually exhausted, we’re not doing enough. But lately, working hard is more exhausting than ever. And the more depleted we get, the more effort it takes to make progress. Stuck in an endless loop of “Zoom, eat, sleep, repeat”, we’re often working twice as hard to achieve half as much.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Laced with mistakes!
- By LEE on 04-28-21
- Effortless
- Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most
- By: Greg McKeown
- Narrated by: Greg McKeown
Contains a lot of good practical information.
Reviewed: 01-01-23
Now for the test can I take this good practical information and apply it to my life?
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Move the Body, Heal the Mind
- Overcome Anxiety, Depression, and Dementia and Improve Focus, Creativity, and Sleep
- By: Jennifer Heisz
- Narrated by: Jennifer Heisz
- Length: 6 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 75
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 65
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 64
A noted neuroscientist reveals groundbreaking research on how fitness and exercise can combat mental health conditions such as anxiety, dementia, ADHD, and depression, and offers a plan for improving focus, creativity, and sleep.
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2 out of 5 stars
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self indulgent
- By m on 06-20-22
- Move the Body, Heal the Mind
- Overcome Anxiety, Depression, and Dementia and Improve Focus, Creativity, and Sleep
- By: Jennifer Heisz
- Narrated by: Jennifer Heisz
A must read to help teach the "WHY" in Health & PE
Reviewed: 09-18-22
This is a book that can definitely help you find ways to be a better you. The old model of personal achievement through self-discipline works for some but many if not most struggle with this because we have so many negative influences surrounding us. Focusing on movement and how it can help us to feel better in the moment makes a huge difference in continuing this positive behavior. Thanks to Dr Heisz for providing so many examples of how this is the case.
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Atlas of the Heart
- Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience
- By: Brené Brown
- Narrated by: Brené Brown
- Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 17,473
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 15,041
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Story5 out of 5 stars 14,848
In Atlas of the Heart, Brown takes us on a journey through 87 of the emotions and experiences that define what it means to be human. As she maps the necessary skills and an actionable framework for meaningful connection, she gives us the language and tools to access a universe of new choices and second chances - a universe where we can share and steward the stories of our bravest and most heartbreaking moments with one another in a way that builds connection.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Perfect
- By Mandy on 02-16-22
- Atlas of the Heart
- Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience
- By: Brené Brown
- Narrated by: Brené Brown
Brene never disappoints!
Reviewed: 03-19-22
I started listening to Brene Brown when Dare to Lead came out so I could be a better leader within the school where I teach. I was not disappointed. Since then I've gone back and listened or read to just about every book Brene has written. Somehow she continues to find new ways to educate and inspire. With this book as others I knew I was going to find ways to be a better teacher and a better person. However, I think this will also help me to be a better husband and for my wife and I to have a better marriage. There are so many positives coming out of this book I can't share wait to share its lessons.
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Atomic Habits
- An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
- By: James Clear
- Narrated by: James Clear
- Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 143,279
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 117,622
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Story5 out of 5 stars 116,571
No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving - every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results. If you're having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn't you. The problem is your system. Bad habits repeat themselves again and again not because you don't want to change, but because you have the wrong system for change.
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2 out of 5 stars
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Author went overboard hawking his site
- By CHughes on 06-25-19
- Atomic Habits
- An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
- By: James Clear
- Narrated by: James Clear
PRACTICAL
Reviewed: 07-21-21
A great book of practical advice presented with interesting stories in short easy to understand chunks.
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The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson to Create Positive Change
- By: Jon Gordon, Damon West
- Narrated by: Damon West
- Length: 24 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 782
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 665
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 666
The Coffee Bean is an inspiring tale that follows Abe, a young man filled with stress and fear as he faces challenges and pressure at school and home. One day after class, his teacher shares with him the life-changing lesson of the coffee bean, and this powerful message changes the way he thinks, acts, and sees the world. Abe discovers that instead of letting his environment change him for the worse, he can transform any environment he is in for the better.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Grand slam
- By Charlie on 08-28-21
$3 well spent
Reviewed: 08-11-20
Inspiring and succinct. Thank you for sharing the story at a time when we could all stand to be more coffee bean.
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