The Practicing Mind

by Thomas M. Sterner
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Good Books rating 4.23
Self-Help and Personal Development
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  • ID: 8152
  • Added: 2025-12-20
  • Updated: 2025-12-20
  • ISBN: 9781608680900
  • Publisher: New World Library
  • Published: 2012-01-01
  • Reviews: 3

The Practicing Mind delves into the essence of practice, revealing how it can be a deeply satisfying process in its own right. By examining the principles of practice, the book offers insights into how to cultivate discipline, clarity, and a sense of fulfillment in any endeavor. It challenges the notion that practice is merely a means to an end, instead presenting it as a transformative journey that enriches the present moment. Through practical advice and profound reflections, the author guides readers on how to apply these principles to their own lives. Whether you're learning a new skill, honing an existing one, or simply seeking to improve your mindset, The Practicing Mind provides valuable tools and perspectives to help you embrace the process of practice with enthusiasm and purpose.

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Farm Owners Academy · 2025-12-20
enlightening 4.00

The book emphasizes the importance of discipline and patience in achieving results. The author's insights were particularly resonant with the reader.

The reader found 'The Practicing Mind' to be a valuable resource that highlighted the importance of discipline and patience in achieving goals. They appreciated the author's insights and the practical advice provided throughout the book. The concept of focusing on the process rather than the outcome was particularly impactful. The reader felt that the book offered a fresh perspective on how to approach challenges and stay motivated.

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    I got a lot from this book, and the concept that you need discipline and patience to see results really resonated with me.

    The author refers to learning the process of practicing as a way to stay focused and motivated.

    The book offers a fresh perspective on how to approach challenges and stay motivated.

A Thought A Broad · 2021-04-11
insightful 4.20

The book emphasizes the importance of focusing on the process rather than the goal. The reader found the concepts to be thought-provoking and practical.

The reader found 'The Practicing Mind' to be a thought-provoking book that emphasized the importance of focusing on the process rather than the goal. They appreciated the practical advice and the author's insights on discipline and patience. The book's focus on staying present and avoiding distractions was particularly impactful. The reader felt that the book offered valuable lessons on how to approach challenges and stay motivated.

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    This book emphasises process, and the importance of not getting distracted by a goal while being in the process of working towards it.

    The author's insights on discipline and patience were particularly impactful.

    The book offers valuable lessons on how to approach challenges and stay motivated.

Planning with Kids · 2018-08-08
inspiring 4.50

The book helped the reader make significant changes to their mindset and approach to daily activities. The concepts were practical and impactful.

The reader found 'The Practicing Mind' to be a transformative book that helped them make significant changes in their daily life. The practical advice and mindset shifts discussed in the book were particularly impactful. They appreciated how the author's personal experiences added depth to the lessons, making the concepts more relatable and actionable. The book's focus on discipline and patience resonated strongly with the reader, helping them approach their goals with a new perspective.

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    The Practicing Mind helped me make some significant changes to my mindset in how I was approaching some daily activities in my life with great success.

    The author's personal experiences added a layer of depth to the lessons.

    The book's focus on discipline and patience resonated strongly with me.

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