I've struggled for years to cope with anxiety (various forms) Depresion as well as other mental health problems. I've tried various forms of help, medication, therapy without making much of a difference. I had looked at other self help books but i just couldnt bring myself to delve into them. I was offered a chance to do a short S.U.M.O course and told it would make a difference. I went along and was blown by the course, the ideas which are covered in this book as well as the bond that has grown up between us women on the course. This principle the method of diagnosis Paul explains and the definitions for the 4 forms above, provided major breakthroughs for me personally and how my brain interacts with myself.

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Allan and Barbara Pease, authors of Why Men Don't Listen and Women Can't Read Maps "Powerful, simple and effective. A highly engaging and thought provoking book. Anyone who reads it is sure to look at themselves and the world differently as a result." The book covers goal setting, focusing on what is important and taking action to maxmise your results in those areas while not spending too much time ruminating on things that have happened, might not happen and are otherwise outside of our control or not important.S.U.M.O. stands for Shut Up, Move On. It's a phrase to say to ourselves (and sometimes others) when we are acting or thinking in a way that is hindering our ability to succeed. It doesn't necessarily mean 'get over it' or 'pull yourself together' (although there may be occasions when both responses are necessary). 'Shut Up' means stop what you're doing, take time out to reflect, let go of baggage and beliefs that hinder your potential. 'Move On' means tomorrow can be different from today, look for new possibilities, don't just think about it, take action. There are six S.U.M.O. principles that are designed to help you create and enjoy a brilliant life. If you are wrestling with life's challenges, these principles will help you do so more successfully. 1. Change Your T-Shirt - take responsibility for your own life and don't be a victim. This is the long awaited second-edition of Paul McGee’s international bestselling personal development heavyweight S.U.M.O. Weighing in with humour, insight, practical tips and personal anecdotes, it’s a thought provoking – and possibly life–changing – read. S.U.M.O. has helped tens of thousands of people fulfil their potential, seize opportunities, succeed at work and respond to adverse situations with a positive attitude. Now comprehensively expanded and even more interactive, the 2nd edition, will help S.U.M.O. fans – and S.U.M.O. virgins – get even more out of this popular, straight-talking guide. The intriguing title sets the foundation for an intriguing book. The way it is presented is unique and allows the reader to absorb factual information, with interjections of real-life examples from the author. There are plenty of quotes which are titled "sumo wisdom" that allowed me to reflect and personalise the discussion points within the book. Ditch Doris Day - create your own future rather than leave it to chance. Forget the attitude 'que sera, sera, whatever will be, will be.' "A superb book. It combines honesty, humour and inspiration to help people move ahead in life." Paul has a sense of humour that I really understand well. This kept the book entertaining and kept my interest.

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Audible writes, "S.U.M.O. stands for Shut Up, Move On. It's a phrase to say to ourselves (and sometimes others) when we are acting or thinking in a way that is hindering our ability to succeed. It doesn't necessarily mean "get over it" or "pull yourself together" (although there may be occasions when both responses are necessary): "Shut Up" means stop what you're doing, take time out to reflect, let go of baggage and beliefs that hinder your potential; "Move On" means tomorrow can be different from today, look for new possibilities, don't just think about it, take action. There are six S.U.M.O. principles that are designed to help you create and enjoy a brilliant life. If you are wrestling with life's challenges, these principles will help you do so more successfully. This is a simple book to read and the advice is easily actionable. I particularly like the section where you're given seven questions to ask yourself to determine whether something you consider to be a problem really is a problem. The takeaway point is that with the correct perspective it often isn't. And the whole book is like that - you're encouraged to shift your perspective by thinking and looking at things in a different way. It's a cool way to go forward and not a little like CBT (look it up).

This is against the S.U.M.O principles of shutting up wishful thinking and moving on the make dreams reality. The chapter cover's off goal setting and finding balance in life under the 4 area's of career, relationships, recreation and gifting.

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This principle discusses how and why people where the victim shirt. Quite often it is easier to defer responsibility and personal blame then admitting fault. The first step of changing your shirt is shut up victim language and move on to taking ownership and developing a course of action to rectify the situation.I bought the above book and for the first time ever I understood. It's light hearted to read, with a real sense of the author has been through tough times too, he wasn't just preaching. Full of sound advice and valuable small steps to apply to reach a positive outcome.

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There are six S.U.M.O. principles that are designed to help you create and enjoy a brilliant life. If you are wrestling with life's challenges, these principles will help you do so more successfully. A superb book' Allan and Barbara Pease, bestselling authors of Why Men Don't Listen & Women Can't Read Maps I just bought it and just reading the preface was enough to make me want to slap my head for even purchasing this book in the first place. In summary, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and its teachings. It is written in a light and fun way, you develop a personal connection with the author due to his personal sharing of experiences. As with all new learning, it takes discipline to apply these principles in everyday life. I have seen an uplift in productivity, positive thinking and catching myself before performing a negative behaviour. I was at my local bookstore, standing in the disproportionate business, money, anything but a story about vampires, serial killers, women finding love section. (Why is it that all the knowledge and factual info I want to absorb is limited to 9 shelves out of 700?)Ditch Doris Day – create your own future rather than leave it to chance. Forget the attitude 'que sera, sera, whatever will be, will be.' I feel what SUMO is about is very similar to stocism, essentially the serenity to accept the things we cannot change, the courage to take action and change what we can and essentially the wisdom to know the difference. There's no way to choose three and a half stars unless you stab at the screen half way between the icons and see which one your subconsciousness guides you towards. So that's why four stars. Authorama offers a good selection of free books from a variety of authors, both current and classic. They're organized alphabetically by the author’s last name and are written in HTML and XHTML, which means they're in an easily readable format. Most books here are featured in English, but there are quite a few German language texts as well. I wish I had seen the original cover of this book -otherwise I wouldn’t have gotten it at all. I GOT THE 10th edition that was written in 2019 BUT HONESTLY in the 10th edition he should’ve changed his culturally appropriating name and overall logo.. smh