Isbn: 9781594632846 - some nerve: lessons learned while becoming brave (8 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. "A compelling story of everyday courage" (Elizabeth Gilbert). Patty Chang Anker grew up eager to please and afraid to fail. But after thirty-nine years, she decided it was time to stop being a chicken. Motivated initially to become a better role model for her two kids, she vowed to master the fears that were choking the fun and spontaneity out of life. She learned to dive into a swimming pool, ride a bike, do a handstand, and surf. As she shared her experiences, she discovered that most people suffer from their own secret terrors-of flying, driving, heights, public speaking, and more. It became her mission to help others do what they thought they couldn't and to experience the joy and aliveness that is the true reward of becoming brave. Inspired and inspiring, this book draws on Anker's interviews with teachers, therapists, coaches, and clergy to convey both practical advice and profound wisdom. Through her own journey and the stories of others, she conveys with grace and infectious exhilaration the most vital lesson of all: Fear isn't the end point to life, but the point of entry.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Zustand: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Zustand: Good. Reprint. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Zustand: New. Num Pages: 420 pages. BIC Classification: VSPM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 140 x 211 x 23. Weight in Grams: 342. . 2014. Reprint. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. reprint edition. 416 pages. 8.00x5.00x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 432 pages. ?A compelling story of everyday courage? (Elizabeth Gilbert).Pa tty Chang Anker grew up eager to please and afraid to fail. But after thirty-nin e years, she decided it was time to stop being a chicken. Motivated initially to become a better role model for her two kids, she vowed to master the fears that were choking the fun and spontaneity out of life. She learned to dive into a sw imming pool, ride a bike, do a handstand, and surf. As she shared her experience s, she discovered that most people suffer from their own secret terrors?of fly ing, driving, heights, public speaking, and more. It became her mission to help others do what they thought they couldn?t and to experience the joy and aliven ess that is the true reward of becoming brave.Inspired and inspiring , this book draws on Anker?s interviews with teachers, therapists, coaches, an d clergy to convey both practical advice and profound wisdom. Through her own jo urney and the stories of others, she conveys with grace and infectious exhilarat ion the most vital lesson of all: Fear isn?t the end point to life, but the po int of entry.…