Awaken the Giant Within: How to Take Immediate Control of Your Mental, Emotional, Physical and Financial Kindle Edition

Although I have always been impressed with Tony Robbins because of extraordinary philanthropic record, my respect for him skyrocketed when I read “Awaken the Giant Within.” This is certainly one those “change your life” books. Tony starts the book with the three steps to success, and then spends the rest of the book inspiring and guiding the reader to improve his life dramatically. The first of the three steps that Tony says is to raise your standards. By reading his approach to this fundamental concept of self-improvement, I realized that I was accepting so many things in my life that, if I would only raise my standards, would be so much improved. From the standpoint of running a business, I began to see how many more people I could help, and in my personal life, too, I realized that I certainly could increase the time I spent with my family and also pursue other personal goals as well. In fact, since I finished the book I have now gotten my spoken French to a much more fluent level and have even performed a short stand-up comedy bit to group of about fifty people.One of the themes that Tony constantly teaches is that everything we do is for one of two reasons: increase pleasure or avoid pain. He often uses weight loss strategies as a way to help readers think of ways to use the pleasure/pain principal in their lives. I decided to apply that, and started on a weight loss program, too. Although I wasn’t suffering from being terribly overweight, I had certainly let a few too many pounds slip on over the years. Moreover, I had also moved towards a less healthy diet. By internalizing Tony’s approach, I have not only cut out all processed sugars from my diet (no cakes, cookies, candy) which will lower my chances to get diabetes one day, but I also was able drop about 15 pounds, bringing me almost to my ideal weight (where I expect to be within another month or two).These are just a few examples of how reading “Awaken” has improved my life. There are many more, and I am just one of millions of people who’ve had their lives improved because of Tony Robbins. I strongly suggest this book to everyone.

Tony Robbins exemplifies his life coach teaching styles in a way that empowers the reader to self fulfilment. This book forces you to conduct a reality check and take a hard look in the mirror. It helps you to realize your flaws and "TAKE ACTION" and do something about it. After reading this book I was able to get out of my depression and stop blaming others for my pitfalls. I went from a 6 figure job to unemployed and almost losing my home. I moved in with my parents and that is when I bought this book. Since then (2008) I have used the information towards my own benefit and accomplished things I never thought I could, money, happiness, health and the most important lesson was to slow down and enjoy everything I do. I hope you are able to grab the flame from this book and empower yourself with the use of wisdom Tony has put together.Basic lesson is this: You are a reflection of all of your past thoughts and actions...but you are not your past...its all in your mind stuck leaving you in a rut and this book is the tow truck to help "you" get yourself out.

Life changing for me. It’s really helpful if you actually do what Tony suggests.I jokingly made a list of qualities I wanted in a person as well as a list of things I would not tolerate in someone. Tony suggests a much shorter list. But I was determined to get what I really wanted! I ended up with a list of 28 qualities I’d like to have in a partner. I laughed as I continued to write and thought to myself, “No wonder I’m single!”About one month later I met someone I really liked. By this time I had completely forgotten about the list. After dating for a couple of weeks, I remembered the list and I went back to read it. Not only was she was everything on the list, but I ended up adding 2 more things because of her.There’s so much more in this book than a plan to find a great match. I plan on reading this book again!

Did I just pay for full price for what should be considered a free sample? I’m disappointed Amazon even considers this an “audiobook.” This short version shouldn’t even be considered abridged. There is simply SOO much text missing that you are forced to buy the book since there is not enough depth in the audio version to really grasp/understand any of the concepts. I feel deceived and scammed.

This is my first book by Tony Robbins. WOW! This book is choked full of wisdom. I read 50 books a year and recommend only a couple. I PUT THIS BOOK ON MY LIST OF 10 BOOKS EVERYONE SHOULD READ. This is one of those books I wished I read when it came out in 1991. I will read this book again. Tony Robbins is a genius at getting to the core of your mental, physical and financial destiny in easy-to-understand language with lists and action items. I love that he encourages people to give back. Over 500 pages of the best advice I have ever read!

My slightly dog-eared copy of Awaken the Giant Within appeared on Friday and 100 pages in, I feel compelled to convince you to buy it! Having just rewritten my limiting beliefs into empowering beliefs I am feeling able to face any challenge as though I have Robbins himself alongside me for support. The book contains actionable, accurate, concise advice that you cannot afford not to take. I implore you to buy this book ASAP and awaken your giant within!

I must admit, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was encouraging and the principles, although common are effective.It assisted me in work and pressed me forwards. As mentioned, however, other people do the same by the same means.I was highly disappointed in Tony Robbins when he became highly aggressive in his nature (and I know why) and so, I don't follow him any more.

This book will change your life - just follow through and do the exercises while you're reading it.Not easy to commit to everything, but if it sends you in the right direction it can't be bad!

Tony Robbins exemplifies his life coach teaching styles in a way that empowers the reader to self fulfilment. This book forces you to conduct a reality check and take a hard look in the mirror. It helps you to realize your flaws and "TAKE ACTION" and do something about it. After reading this book I was able to get out of my depression and stop blaming others for my pitfalls. I went from a 6 figure job to unemployed and almost losing my home. I moved in with my parents and that is when I bought this book. Since then (2008) I have used the information towards my own benefit and accomplished things I never thought I could, money, happiness, health and the most important lesson was to slow down and enjoy everything I do. I hope you are able to grab the flame from this book and empower yourself with the use of wisdom Tony has put together.Basic lesson is this: You are a reflection of all of your past thoughts and actions...but you are not your past...its all in your mind stuck leaving you in a rut and this book is the tow truck to help "you" get yourself out.

I say the above but have not read the book fully myself but my father was in hospital last year and this book was what I lent him as I hadn't started it at the time but seeing him go for the dejected poor-me attitude he had to one of active exploration and working on sorting varied issues he had