Welcome to Books and Things at Annholm.net!  The books are organized by category in the following order (Note my Top 5-8  Recommendations in each category will be listed first):

• Brain and Cognitive Science
• Meditation and Awareness
• MBTI and Psychological Type
• The Business and Practice of Life Coaching/Small Business Ownership
• Books to Help You Be Productive

I have read each of these books and would like to suggest them to you.  I try to recommend books that blend theory, practical applications, and readability.  I have seen or met many of these authors at conventions and workshops and I continue to follow their work.  These authors are moving the energy forward by helping people uncover personal potential.  Please free to contact me if you want to discuss something you have read or wish to receive further recommendations on books or workshops on these topics.

Brain and Cognitive Science

  The Neuroscience of Personality is newly released  examining the neuro correlates associated with psychological type.  The Winner’s Brain, Choke, Your Brain at Work, and Brain Rules give easy to understand descriptions of how your brain works and provides practical suggestions on how you can maximize your cognitive performance. Spark describes the benefits of exercise on the brain. 

Meditation and Awareness

Full Catastrophe Living is the pioneering book that led to using mindfulness to reduce stress and increase life satisfaction. Buddha’s Brain describes the neurology behind mindful practices. The Mindful Brain and The Mindful Therapist by Daniel Siegel also describe the benefits of meditation. I have heard Dr. Siegel speak twice and he describes the power of the mind to direct the brain (It was once thought that the brain directed all behavior but it is now known that brain can also be directed by the mind.  The key is mindful awareness).  Train Your Brain Train Your Mind is more evidence that a well-attuned mind can modify behavior, even deeply entrenched patterns we have had for many years.

MBTI and Psychological Type

The Business and Practice of Coaching/Small Business Ownership

Books to Help You Be Productive

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