What Would You Do If You Knew You Could Not Fail?: How to Transform Fear into Courage

by Nina Lesowitz, Mary Beth Sammons

"What would you do if you know you could not fail?" These words, attributed to First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, have inspired tens of millions to face their fears and dare to follow their hearts. This can-do compendium is a veritable tool kit for transforming readers from reticent to role model." --From the authors of Living Life as a Thank You , this volume present true stories of ordinary people with extraordinary fortitude.

Authors Mary Beth Sammons and Nina Lesowitz have gone to the front lines of adversity and fear to surface the brave hearts who took action before they were forced to, confronting and overcoming their fears in inspirational ways. From world-class athletes, to spiritual teachers, to cancer patients, to ordinary people who took extraordinary action to transform their lives, these courage warriors teach readers to turn apprehension into action. Enriched with motivational quotes and power practices, this courage guidebook advises how to live life with guts and gusto. Readers to face and transform their fear, apply the art of tenacity when times are tough, embrace the lessons and gifts of a crisis that lead to personal growth, and simple, effective, and proven methods for confidence and courage.

Genres: Self Help

288 pages, Paperback

First published December 16, 2013

Reviews

[Shannon · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was ok. I read it as part of my continuing quest to ovetcome my fear of failure. It is more appropriately titled, "what would you do if you had nowhere to go but up?" It was basically stories of people who had already failed or been dealt horrific blows, and overcame. I was hoping more for psychobabble about how following your dreams can never be considered failing. It is full of inspiring stories, though, and I round definitely recommend it as a coffee table book or a Christmas present for someone going through a hard time.

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book speaks more to the nature of courage and the human spirit than of not failing. Taking a look at what many people face in life and how they deal with it can make you see anything you may be facing in an entirely different light.

[Elizabeth Chang · Rating 3 out of 5]

My mom borrowed this book from the library for me because she thought it would help to overcome my fears and insecurities...it didn't really help, but the stories were nice.

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book to listen to and gain insights on how to be courageous and NEVER GIVE UP! I enjoyed listening to the stories of other courageous people and what they did to help themselves and others through tough times. Also, I learned what I, too, can do for both myself and my business.

[Janet · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great collection of inspiring people overcoming setbacks, obstacles and loss. I really enjoyed their examples of determination and hope.