The Breakout Principle How to Activate the Natural Trigger That Maximizes Creativity, Athletic Performance, Productivity and Personal Well-Being |
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| Author:
| Benson, Herbert
Proctor, William |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7432-2397-3 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2003 |
| Publisher: | Scribner
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| Imprint: | Scribner |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $25.00 |
Book Description:
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Would it surprise you to learn that to solve a seemingly unsolvable problem, you need to get up and leave the room? A walk in the woods will help you finish your novel? Humming can make you a better tennis player?Or completely giving upis the way to succeed?InThe Breakout Principle,the bestselling author ofThe Relaxation Responsedelivers the ultimate self-help principle -- simple instructions to activate a powerful biological trigger that converts conflict and confusion into clarity...
More DescriptionWould it surprise you to learn that to solve a seemingly unsolvable problem, you need to get up and leave the room? A walk in the woods will help you finish your novel? Humming can make you a better tennis player?Or completely giving upis the way to succeed?InThe Breakout Principle,the bestselling author ofThe Relaxation Responsedelivers the ultimate self-help principle -- simple instructions to activate a powerful biological trigger that converts conflict and confusion into clarity and extraordinary performance, a state athletes refer to as "the zone."More than three decades ago, Dr. Herbert Benson of the Harvard Medical School began research into why some people are devastated by stress while others thrive, turning it into brilliant achievement. NowThe Breakout Principlereports the discovery of an easy-to-access inner switch that increases mental function, enhances creativity and productivity, maximizes athletic performance, and enriches spiritual life. The same internal mechanism that improves a tennis serve or golf putt strengthens your speaking skills, makes you a better negotiator, and fosters inner peace and belief.Dr. Benson and coauthor William Proctor explain the cutting-edge science behind the phenomenon in accessible language, clearly describe the four distinct phases of the Breakout, and provide simple, step-by-step instructions on how to activate the Breakout "trigger." Compelling case histories and information on how to incorporate Breakouts into daily life are woven throughout the book.Dr. Benson's previous discoveries have helped millions reduce the harmful effects of stress.The Breakout Principlenow reveals how to maximize your untapped abilities and powers.