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Presence by Patsy Rodenburg

xhissix's review against another edition

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1.0

this book starts by making big, fat, life changing promises that would turn your world around..
i don't like that. it gets me to expect a lot from that book. and when my expectations aren't met, the book, however helpful, would inevitably suck!

so, presence in the true sense of the word means thoughtfulness, concentration and focus!
that's pretty much it.. bottom line: stay focus!!

i feel the book has no content.. started skimming when i found that there isn't any helpful, genuine idea.

it is not in my intentions to lash out on any author, it is after all, nothing personal. im just saying what i think here

i felt the book was unorganized, out of place and just babbles about whatever came into the author's mind during her writing hours.

how does "changing your body" make you less charismatic or thoughtless?
we are discussing the power of minds and attitudes. looks can help but they aren't "it"

rossfreeman's review

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3.0

Enjoy the premise of this book - being more present in both mind and body. Opened my eyes to more situations where I could pay more attention; on journeys, in work, with my family etc.

I'd caution anyone wanting to read this book on one thing, time. The opening chapters are ecercise-heavy. You might spend 15 minutes reading a chapter or two, but another 20 minutes completing the exercises to support and reinforce the author's virtues of achieving presence.

Some useful takeaways, on the lengthy side. Ambivalent.