The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything

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  • ID: 4063
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • ISBN: 9780141911250
  • Publisher: Penguin UK
  • Published: 2009-02-05
  • Reviews: 3

The Element is a groundbreaking exploration of how to find the intersection of your natural talents and personal passions. Ken Robinson, a renowned creativity expert, delves into the stories of individuals like Vidal Sassoon and Arianna Huffington who have successfully aligned their work with their passions. Through engaging narratives and a wry sense of humor, Robinson illustrates the urgent need to rethink education and work to foster creativity and innovation. This book is not just about finding your passion but also about how reconnecting with your true self can change everything. Robinson's insights are life-altering, offering a roadmap to discovering your unique talents and making a living doing what you love. The Element is more than a self-help book; it's a call to action to transform our approach to education and work, emphasizing the importance of creativity and personal fulfillment. With practical advice and inspiring stories, Robinson shows how everyone can achieve their full potential by finding their Element.

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The Storygraph · 2025-10-21
insightful 4.25

The book highlights the transformative power of finding the point where natural talent meets personal passion. It is a thought-provoking exploration of how this intersection can lead to a more fulfilling life.

The Storygraph reviewer emphasizes the transformative power of finding one's element, where natural talent meets personal passion. This book is a thought-provoking exploration of how this intersection can lead to a more fulfilling life. The reviewer appreciates the book's insightful discussions on talent, passion, and achievement, making it a compelling read for anyone seeking to understand their true potential.


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    The Element is the point at which natural talent meets personal passion.

    When people arrive at the Element, they feel most themselves and most inspired and their true potential begins to emerge.

    The book is a thought-provoking exploration of how this intersection can lead to a more fulfilling life.

BooksellersNZ · 2013-07-29
inspiring 4.00

The book is a compelling read, especially the final chapter which offers a practical guide to living a life of passion and purpose. It emphasizes the importance of finding one's element where natural talent meets personal passion.

This book is a journey through the importance of discovering what truly drives you. The final chapter, 'Living a Life of Passion and Purpose,' is particularly standout, offering practical advice on how to align your talents with your passions. The reviewer appreciates the book's insightful exploration of how finding your element can transform your life, making it a worthwhile read for anyone seeking personal fulfillment.


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    Finding Your Element was definitely worth a read though; and the final chapter, “Living a Life of Passion and Purpose” is a fantastic recipe for anyone seeking to align their talents with their passions.

    The book emphasizes the importance of finding one's element where natural talent meets personal passion.

    It's a compelling read that offers practical advice on how to live a life of passion and purpose.

Personnel Today · 2009-06-29
inspiring 4.50

Ken Robinson's writing style is engaging and witty, making the book an enjoyable read. The premise that finding one's element can help cope with life's challenges is both insightful and inspiring.

Ken Robinson's writing style is as engaging as his speaking style, filled with authority, charm, and a dry wit. The book's central premise—that finding your element can help you navigate life's challenges—is both insightful and inspiring. The reviewer appreciates how Robinson's ideas can be applied to both personal and professional life, making it a valuable read for anyone looking to find their true calling.


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    Ken Robinson writes as he speaks – with authority, charm and an engagingly dry wit.

    The premise behind this book is that to cope with the pressures and challenges of life, we need to find our element.

    The book is a valuable read for anyone looking to find their true calling.