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STANDING TALL

An Operator's Manual for using the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

For too long, you’ve been given a broken map for life—one that tells you to chase happiness and run from hardship. But what happens when you can't run? What do you do when the "positive thinking" platitudes feel hollow in the face of real pain, failure, or injustice? Standing Tall is a book for everyone who feels that the old rules no longer work. It starts with a simple, liberating truth: the bad and the ugly parts of life are not bugs, they are features. Drawing on psychology, philosophy, and real-world stories, this book is not a guide to avoiding the storm; it is a manual for building a self that can withstand it. Life will give you three things: the good, the bad, and the ugly. This book offers a radical, more powerful alternative to stockpiling the first and avoiding the other two. It presents a groundbreaking framework for turning life’s inevitable challenges into your greatest assets, teaching you how to metabolize joy for encouragement, use setbacks as a forge for strength, and confront life’s ugliest moments to discover who you truly are. This isn’t about being happy; it’s about becoming unbreakable.

Genres

Self-help TechniquesPsychology

ISBN

9798900463148

Format

E-book / Digital online

Contributor

Lawrence Thompson

Author

Lawrence Thompson stands as a compelling voice in the realm of personal development, deeply rooted in the conviction that authentic and lasting growth is not externally imposed, but rather, organically cultivated from the fertile ground of one's inner self. He does not simply offer superficial self-help advice; instead, Thompson employs an exceptionally insightful and often introspective approach to guide readers on a transformative journey. His work is characterised by a keen understanding of the human psyche and the subtle yet powerful forces that shape our perceptions and behaviours. In essence, Lawrence Thompson’s work is a compelling invitation to embark on an inward journey of self-discovery and empowerment. He offers a nuanced and insightful roadmap for those seeking not just superficial success, but deep, meaningful, and enduring personal growth rooted in the belief that the most profound transformations begin from within.