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  • Written by: Maxwell Maltz
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  • Length: 12 hrs and 16 mins
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Psycho-Cybernetics

Written by: Maxwell Maltz
Narrated by: Matt Furey
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Cybernetics (loosely translated from the Greek): "a helmsman who steers his ship to port". Psycho-cybernetics is a term coined by Dr. Maxwell Maltz that means "steering your mind to a productive, useful goal so you can reach the greatest port in the world: peace of mind".

Since its first publication in 1960, Maltz's landmark best seller has inspired and enhanced the lives of more than 30 million readers. In this updated edition, with a new introduction and editorial commentary by Matt Furey, president of the Psycho-Cybernetics Foundation, the original text has been annotated and amplified to make Maltz's message even more relevant for the contemporary audience.

"Before the mind can work efficiently, we must develop our perception of the outcomes we expect to reach. Maxwell Maltz calls this Psycho-Cybernetics; when the mind has a defined target it can focus and direct and refocus and redirect until it reaches its intended goal." (Tony Robbins, from Unlimited Power)

Maltz was the first researcher and author to explain how the self-image (a term he popularized) has complete control over an individual's ability to achieve (or failure to achieve) any goal. And he developed techniques for improving and managing self-image - visualization, mental rehearsal, relaxation - that have informed and inspired countless motivational gurus, sports psychologists, and self-help practitioners for more than 50 years.

The teachings of psycho-cybernetics are timeless because they are based on solid science and provide a prescription for thinking and acting that lead to quantifiable results.

©2015 Maxwell Maltz (P)2017 Penguin Audio

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"Psycho-Cybernetics is a classic personal development book. Most of the current speakers in the area of personal development, including Zig Ziglar, Tony Robbins, Brian Tracy and others owe a debt to Maxwell Maltz for the foundation of their material. The psychological training of Olympic athletes is also based on the concepts in Psycho-Cybernetics. Thousands, possibly millions, of people have benefited by putting these ideas to work. Put Psycho-Cybernetics on your 'must-read' list." (Michael C. Gray, Profit Advisors)

"Published in 1960, Psycho-Cybernetics remains one the classics of self-help, self-improvement, and personal development." (Mind of Success)

"An invaluable aid to the layman, offering a sound, scientific method of practical self-improvement." (Mark Freeman, PhD, clinical psychologist)

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if you are interested in self help, start with this foundation book. just like the author says, once you have stared reading this book you will always remember where you are and what you were doing because the concepts and principal hit you hard. do you struggle with confidence? do you want to get what you want in life stop searching seriously. the book cover and name in not sexy but this is the most underated book of all time i have read this book 7 times

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Life changing

This book has taught me powerful practices that have changed how I make daily decisions. I feel stronger, more focused, and more capable and confident to overcome any surprises life has in store for me.

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Great book!

This was a great book. Really interesting concepts that I’m very eager to put in practice.

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great book

excellent information . wish I'd read this sooner, easy to understand layman's terms. you'll love it.

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A manual for your brain.

I cannot understand why this isn't required reading for every human on earth.

You know how they say there isn't a manual for the brain? Yes, yes there is and it's right here.

An absolutely astonishing level of depth explanation and advise on thinking properly in order to structure and live out a life of abundance and success.

I have bought this for many friends. I have bookmarked almost every single sentence.

BUY it. READ it. SHARE it.

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What an awesome book!

This is a must read, and since it's so actual despite having been written more than 50 years ago, it's has to be a classic.
I'm ready to listen to it all over and I just finish.
There is great insight on how our perspective and opinions on ourselves and others makes or breaks us.
I learned a great deal on forgiveness. I think I finally understood what this means.
For so long, I was searching on the meaning of forgiveness and how it is done without the moralistic ideas we always here.
This book greatly contributes to my peace and serenity.
I'm very grateful !

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must read classic self help book

i loved it. Easy to listen and helpful practices. reminders to us to remain positive in life and create positive self images

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Classic truth and so many insights

I loved this book.
I think it is one of the early books in the genre of personal development that many other books quote and build upon the concepts of.
The excerpts from Matt Furey brought more modern context to the concepts and discussed varied perspectives.
I'll definitely listen again and apply many of the activities listed to help move myself toward my goals and objectives.

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Simply Life changing

I have just started to apply some of the subjects Dr. Maltz speaks about and I can feel my mind firing in new ways, I have become more observant of my actions, when anxious, or nervous, I am looking forward to starting my new life of positive self imagery. HIGHLY recommended for absolutely anyone. I never write reviews and this is my first one, which is saying a lot about this program. PURCHASE, ITS WORTH IT!

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BEST Book Ever

Dr. Maxwell Maltz has REVOLUTIONIZED my life. I have tried to internalize all these concepts. I practiced them everyday. I am really grateful for the massive amounts of improvements I am seeing in my life after following Maltz’s ideology. Thank you so much. Words cannot describe how appreciative I am of you Dr. Maxwell Maltz. Sir, I know you passed away during the late 20th century, but you certainly have ALL OF MY RESPECT.

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