Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan
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Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

Looking to take your life to the next level? Each week Heather sits down to share with you the techniques and strategies to create your confidence, pursue your dreams and leapfrog the villains you’ll meet along the way. After successfully shattering the glass ceiling in corporate America, Heather is...

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Confidence Creator

Heather Monahan

Mentioned 2 months ago

Confidence Classic: How to LET GO and LEVEL UP Your Life with Heather!

She promoted the title as her first book and encouraged listeners to obtain it if they hadn't already.

Overcome Your Villains and Confidence Creator clearly are two hits, which I'd love for you to check out if you haven't yet.

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Overcome Your Villains

Heather Monahan

Mentioned 2 months ago

Confidence Classic: How to LET GO and LEVEL UP Your Life with Heather!

She highlighted the book as the source of her threestep "back" process and urged listeners to check it out if they hadn't yet.

So check into some books that people recommend. Overcome Your Villains and Confidence Creator clearly are two hits, which I'd love for you to check out if you haven't yet.

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The Garden

Jon Gordon

Mentioned 2 months ago

Confidence Classic: How to LET GO and LEVEL UP Your Life with Heather!

She said she had just listened to the audiobook on Audible, calling it a quick, powerful listen that expanded her thinking.

I just listened to John Gordon's book, The Garden, recently on Audible. It was amazing.

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The Power of Scarcity

Mindy Weinstein

Mentioned 4 months ago

Confidence Classic: The Psychology of Scarcity with Dr. Mindy Weinstein

Mindy explained that she wrote the book for businesses to help them ethically apply scarcity principles, and she promoted a preorder waitlist that offered an exclusive webinar.

Tell us who did you actually write the book, The Power of Scarcity for?

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Gravitas

Lisa Sun

Mentioned 4 months ago

Confidence Classic: Speak with Gravitas and Command the Room with Caroline Goyder

Caroline explained that Gravitas, her 2014 book, explores seriousness, dignity, and weight as a Roman virtue and translates that into grounded presence for speakers.

Gravitas is the book I wrote in 2014 and it's something that I think it's kind of my word... it means seriousness, dignity, weight and it was a Roman virtue... what it means to me after researching it is grounded presence.

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Your Home Is a Vision Board

Marie Diamond

Mentioned 5 months ago

Confidence Classic: Turn Your Home Into a Manifestation Magnet with Marie Diamond

This was described as Marie Diamond's new book, which details how to transform your home environment into a 3D vision board to manifest goals related to success, money, health, and relationships. The book teaches readers how to create a vision board based on their birthday energy and apply those concepts to their home, including using specific colors and directional alignments.

Her new book, Your Home is a Vision Board. Harnessing the Secret Manifesting Power of Your Home is out now.

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Chasing Failure

Ryan Leak

Mentioned 5 months ago

Confidence Classic: Chase Failure, Build Courage, and Go After What Scares You with Ryan Leak

The speaker discussed the journey of creating this book, which started as a self-published, 60-page version detailing his documentary experience. The final version, published with Thomas Nelson, became a USA Today bestseller after several iterations where he worked to improve it, despite initial struggles with typos.

I love your first book, Chasing Failure. How falling short sets you up for success.

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Leveling Up

Ryan Leak

Mentioned 5 months ago

Confidence Classic: Chase Failure, Build Courage, and Go After What Scares You with Ryan Leak

This new book, born from Ryan Leak's executive coaching practice during the pandemic, outlines 12 essential questions designed to help individuals lead themselves and move from tolerating life to thriving in it. The book encourages self-awareness through questions like, 'What's it like to be on the other side of me?'

Now you've got a new book coming out, Leveling Up, 12 Questions to Elevate Your Professional and Personal Growth.

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Tackle What's Next

Eric Wood

Mentioned 5 months ago

Confidence Classic: Tackle Life’s Biggest Challenges with Eric Wood, Former NFL Player

Heather introduced Eric's newly released book and discussed why he wrote it, noting it was born from his transition experience and aims to help others navigate major life changes.

Eric's new book, Tackle What's Next, Own Your Story, Stack Your Wins, and Achieve Your Goals in Business and Life is out now.

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Wealth Habits

Candy Valentino

Mentioned 5 months ago

Confidence Classic: Build Wealth Without Becoming Trapped in Your Business with Candy Valentino

The book was written to make business and wealth concepts easy and accessible by breaking down complex topics into a playbook for execution and implementation. It focused on the ordinary steps required to achieve extraordinary financial freedom, teaching fundamentals on how to build and keep wealth, especially as markets shift.

What I did right, it was by reading books in the beginning that taught me that.

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When Women Lead

Julia Boorstin

Mentioned 5 months ago

Confidence Classic: How to Unlock Your Full Potential in a Changing World with Julia Boorstin

Julia explained that she wrote the book to share the stories of about 60 women leaders, weaving together interviews and academic research to show how they defied the odds and what others can learn from them.

where I could report out this amazing book. And I actually found that even during the hardest and most frustrating times of the pandemic, interviewing inspiring women was such a jolt of energy, and I loved reporting this book so much.

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Validation Is For Parking

Nicole Kalil

Mentioned 5 months ago

Confidence Classic: Where True Confidence Really Comes From with Nicole Kalil

Heather asked where listeners could find Nicole's book, and Nicole confirmed the title and explained it would be available on major retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Tell us where can everybody find the book? ... The book is Validation is for Parking, How Women Can Beat the Confidence Con.

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Ryan Leak

Chasing Failure

How Falling Short Sets You Up for Success

The host expressed enthusiasm for the title, noting that it had become a USA Today bestseller, while the author recounted its evolution from a self‑published 60‑page draft to a polished fifth edition with Thomas Nelson. He described the early challenges, such as discovering typographical errors, and how those setbacks informed the book’s message about turning failure into success.

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The speaker discussed the journey of creating this book, which started as a self-published, 60-page version detailing his documentary experience. The final version, published with Thomas Nelson, became a USA Today bestseller after several iterations where he worked to improve it, despite initial struggles with typos.

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I love your first book, Chasing Failure. How falling short sets you up for success.

So in Chasing Failure, I tell a story about the first version of Chasing Failure. The Chasing Failure that's out with Thomas Nelson now. Nicely buttoned up and whatnot. Is the fifth version of Chasing Failure. So the first version, I self-published. It was like 60 pages.

And I find two typos. And I was livid. I was livid in the studio. But then I just thought, yeah, but in the book, I write, hey, you might find two typos.

Well, I'll tell you, that book, as you know, became a USA Today bestseller.

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Ryan Leak

Leveling Up

12 Questions to Elevate Your Personal and Professional Development

The host introduced the title as a new release from the guest’s executive coaching work, noting its focus on personal and professional growth. The guest explained that the book presents twelve "loaded" questions designed to boost self‑awareness and help listeners move from merely tolerating life to truly thriving. It was presented as a practical tool for leading oneself and building confidence.

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This new book, born from Ryan Leak's executive coaching practice during the pandemic, outlines 12 essential questions designed to help individuals lead themselves and move from tolerating life to thriving in it. The book encourages self-awareness through questions like, 'What's it like to be on the other side of me?'

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Now you've got a new book coming out, Leveling Up, 12 Questions to Elevate Your Professional and Personal Growth.

And so, for example, one of the questions in the book is what's it like to be on the other side of me?

So I call them 12 loaded questions in this book. And it helps a person really lead themselves.

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Kwame Christian

Finding Confidence in Conflict

How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life

The title was highlighted as a bestseller and one of the two primary works authored by the guest, Kwame Christian. It was mentioned alongside his other book on race conversations, emphasizing its focus on confidence in conflict and negotiation. The discussion presented the book positively as a key resource for handling difficult conversations.

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This title was mentioned as a bestseller alongside the racefocused book and was noted as one of the two key works the guest had authored.

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Well, his books, Finding Confidence in Conflict and How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race are both bestsellers.

I've got two books, How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race and Finding Confidence in Conflict.

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Colin O'Brady

The Impossible First

From Fire to Ice―Crossing Antarctica Alone

Heather noted that Colin O'Brady is the author of the New York Times bestseller The Impossible First, listing it among his recent titles.

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He's the author of the New York Times bestseller, The Impossible First, and now The 12-Hour Walk, Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life.

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Heather noted that Colin O'Brady is the author of the New York Times bestseller The Impossible First, listing it among his recent titles.

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He's the author of the New York Times bestseller, The Impossible First, and now The 12-Hour Walk, Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life.

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Dr. Thierry Hertoghe

The Hormone Solution

Stay Younger Longer with Natural Hormone and Nutrition Therapies

Dr. Erika Schwartz wrote the book, which was released in April 2002 and quickly rose to the number two spot on Amazon after a related study was published.

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I wrote a book about it and then it coincided with that study that destroyed the lives of 7 million women by saying that hormones cause cancer.

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Dr. Erika Schwartz wrote the book, which was released in April 2002 and quickly rose to the number two spot on Amazon after a related study was published.

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I wrote a book about it and then it coincided with that study that destroyed the lives of 7 million women by saying that hormones cause cancer.

I had written this book called The Hormone Solution, and it came out in April of 2002, and like you were talking about writing a book.

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Hal Elrod

The Miracle Morning

The Not-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8am)

Heather referenced Hal Elrod's bestseller, noting its massive sales growth to three million copies over several years.

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You know Miracle Morning? Three million copies. He sold his first year, maybe a thousand. And people wanted it. The next year is 10,000. Then it was 100,000. And now, seven years later, three million...

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Heather referenced Hal Elrod's bestseller, noting its massive sales growth to three million copies over several years.

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You know Miracle Morning? Three million copies. He sold his first year, maybe a thousand. And people wanted it. The next year is 10,000. Then it was 100,000. And now, seven years later, three million copies.

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Colin O'Brady

The 12-Hour Walk

Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life

The 12-Hour Walk was highlighted as Colin O'Brady's latest book and repeatedly referenced as the guide for doing a 12hour silent walk.

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He's the author of the New York Times bestseller, The Impossible First, and now The 12-Hour Walk, Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life.

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The 12-Hour Walk was highlighted as Colin O'Brady's latest book and repeatedly referenced as the guide for doing a 12hour silent walk.

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He's the author of the New York Times bestseller, The Impossible First, and now The 12-Hour Walk, Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life.

I bought Colin's book, the 12 hour walk. And I read it at the very end, I've got a QR code that says commit.

The book is available wherever you can get books pre order is open. Now the book comes out on August 2.

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Seth Godin

This Is Strategy

Make Better Plans (Create a Strategy to Elevate Your Career, Community & Life)

Heather highlighted it as Seth Godin's newest book and described it as an essential guide to strategic thinking in a complex world.

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His newest book, This Is Strategy. We're going to get into that today. It's an essential guide to thinking strategically in a complex, everchanging world.

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Heather highlighted it as Seth Godin's newest book and described it as an essential guide to strategic thinking in a complex world.

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His newest book, This Is Strategy. We're going to get into that today. It's an essential guide to thinking strategically in a complex, everchanging world.

Seth, thank you so much for writing this book. It is the most tactical book that I have ever read. I'm blown away.

The Energy Clock: 3 Simple Steps to Create a Life Full of ENERGY ― and Live Your Best Every Day (Ignite Reads) Cover

Molly Fletcher

The Energy Clock

3 Simple Steps to Create a Life Full of ENERGY ― and Live Your Best Every Day (Ignite Reads)

The host pointed out that the author has written five books, noting that this title is her most recent release. The mention was brief and factual, without a detailed endorsement or critique.

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The host noted that Molly Fletcher had authored five books, with The Energy Clock being her most recent publication.

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She's the author of five books, most recently The Energy Clock.

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Molly Fletcher

The Business of Being the Best

Inside the World of Go-Getters and Game Changers

Molly Fletcher noted that she had authored several books, including a business title called the book. She mentioned it while discussing her work and expertise in negotiations and deal-making. The reference was brief and served to highlight her broader authorship rather than to endorse the content in depth.

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Episode: Confidence Classic: Negotiate Like a PRO, Build PO...

Molly Fletcher explained that she had written several books, including a business title called The Business of Being the Best.

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One of the books was a business book, The Business of Being the Best.

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Chris Schembra

Gratitude and Pasta

The Secret Sauce for Human Connection

Heather introduced the author as the bestselling writer of the title and highlighted its catchy subtitle about human connection, using the mention to establish his credibility. The discussion positioned the book as a noteworthy resource for building relationships.

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Heather introduced Chris as the bestselling author of the book and highlighted its catchy subtitle about human connection. The mention established his credibility as a writer.

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Chris Shembra is the bestselling author of Gratitude and Pasta, The Secret Sauce for Human Connection.

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Chris Schembra

Gratitude Through Hard Times

Finding Positive Benefits Through Our Darkest Hours

Heather highlighted the new release as a valuable tool for navigating difficult moments, urging listeners to pick up the book immediately. She framed it as essential reading for anyone facing challenges and encouraged people to share their stories after reading it.

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The new release was announced as dropping that day, and later Heather urged listeners to pick up the book as a tool for navigating difficult moments. The discussion framed it as essential reading for anyone facing challenges.

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His new book, which drops today. It's out today. You got to go get it. Gratitude Through Hard Times.

I can't wait to hear some of your stories... And for anyone going through a hard time, please pick this book up now.

Check out the book, Gratitude Through Hard Times. It's live now. You can get it now.

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Cornelius Plantinga

Gratitude

Why Giving Thanks Is the Key to Our Well-Being

The book was described as a how‑to guide for making large dinner gatherings emotional, with the host noting that the pandemic had rendered its premise feel outdated. He highlighted that its advice seemed more suited to pre‑COVID times and implied limited relevance for listeners.

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Chris described the title as a howto guide for making 18person dinners emotional, noting that the pandemic made the book's premise feel obsolete at the time.

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It's called Gratitude and Post. It's literally the how-to guide to make 18 people cry around your dinner table.

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Ryan Holiday

Stillness Is the Key (Korean Edition)

Heather Monahan referenced the book while discussing modern Stoic ideas that align with gratitude, mentioning it alongside Holiday's other titles to illustrate the perspective. The comment was brief and did not include an explicit endorsement, indicating a casual mention. It served mainly to highlight the author's broader work in the context of the episode's theme.

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Another Ryan Holiday work referenced to illustrate modern Stoic perspectives that intersect with gratitude themes.

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He would write books like The Obstacle is the Way, Ego is the Enemy, Stillness is Key.

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Oliver Burkeman

Four Thousand Weeks

Time Management for Mortals

Heather cited the title while discussing Stoic concepts, pointing out its subtitle that emphasizes humanity's limited time. She referenced the book as an illustration of time‑management ideas framed around mortality, but did not elaborate further on its content. The mention was brief and served mainly to support the broader conversation about gratitude and perspective.

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Heather cited this timemanagement book while discussing Stoic ideas, noting its full subtitle about mortality.

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I read Oliver Berkman's book, 4,000 Weeks, Time Management for Mortals.

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Stacy Tuschl

The Implementation Code

Unlock the Secret to Getting It All Done

In the episode, Stacy Tuschl highlighted the book as a practical guide that helps business owners get everything done. She promoted it as a useful tool for driving traffic and turning visibility into sales. The discussion conveyed a strong endorsement of the title.

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Stacy promoted her guide that reveals how to get everything done, positioning it as a practical tool for business owners.

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Grab a copy of The Implementation Code: Unlock the Secret to Getting It All Done by Stacy Tuschl HERE!

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Chuck Whitehead

AI Visibility for Sales

How to Build Trust, Stand Out, and Win More Clients in an Al-Driven World

The hosts discussed the new fable about integrity in sales, following Matt's $7million deal that tests his character. They highlighted its storyline, the NFT promotion tied to bulk purchases, and the strong listener response.

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But today I'm super interested in getting into your new book, The Sale.

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The hosts discussed the new fable about integrity in sales, following Matt's $7million deal that tests his character. They highlighted its storyline, the NFT promotion tied to bulk purchases, and the strong listener response.

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But today I'm super interested in getting into your new book, The Sale.

All right, Alex, tell us a little bit. How did you come up with and for anyone that hasn't read John's books, you know, one of the signatures of his books are these fables that he shares that really pull the reader in.

Matt has the chance to make the sale of a lifetime. He's in sales, a very lucrative industry. He would make $7 million, but the only problem is he has to lack integrity in some pretty major ways to go through with the sale.

once you read the book, what you just described is pretty close to the storyline of the sale, which is super exciting.

with The Sale, for instance, if you buy 11 copies of The Sale, you get a free NFT.

They're reading the sale. It's a pretty cool book. I love this book.

Alex, now that you've got this book, the sale, which didn't it go number one already on Amazon?

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Gina DeVee

The Audacity to Be Queen

The Unapologetic Art of Dreaming Big and Manifesting Your Most Fabulous Life

Heather highlighted the book and strongly encouraged listeners to revisit the episode where it was discussed, indicating she found it valuable for the audience. She suggested that the insights from the title were worth hearing again.

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Heather highlighted Gina DeVee's book and urged listeners to revisit the episode where it was discussed.

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She's The Author Of The Book, Audacity To Be Queen. I Highly Suggest You Go Back And Listen To That Episode If You Haven't Heard It Yet.

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Helen LaKelly Hunt

Getting the Love You Want

A Guide for Couples

In the episode, Heather highlighted the book as a valuable resource for exploring how childhood programming influences attraction and relationship dynamics. She referenced its connection to Imago Therapy and suggested it helped listeners understand why unmet childhood needs shape their search for love. The discussion presented the title as a recommended guide for couples seeking deeper insight.

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Heather cited this Imago Therapy classic as a great resource for understanding childhood programming and attraction.

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There's A Great Book On This Called Getting the Love You Want By The People Who Started Imago Therapy Harville Hendricks And His Wife And It Talks A Lot About That About How The Thing That We Did Not Get As Children Is The Thing That We Won't Spend Our Life Trying To Find.

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Kwame Christian

How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race

Practical Tools for Necessary Change in the Workplace and Beyond

During the episode, the guest highlighted the book as a bestseller and encouraged listeners to obtain a copy, describing it as an essential resource for navigating difficult conversations about race. He presented it alongside his other work as a key tool for building confidence in conflict situations.

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The book was highlighted as a bestseller and listeners were encouraged to get a copy as a key resource for handling tough conversations about race.

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Well, his books, Finding Confidence in Conflict and How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race are both bestsellers.

I've got two books, How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race and Finding Confidence in Conflict.

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