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by Richard Bandler
Book Review by Richard L. Weaver II, Ph.D.
In this 229-page book, Bandler offers readers techniques they can use to overcome their problems and begin to do what they want to do with their lives. This is a book of techniques along with stories and examples developed over more than 40 years of working with clients. What I most appreciated here was gaining insights into how Bandler approaches problems. His attitude of determination, perseverance, along with his sense of humor are contagious. One of the essential keys to successfully using the techniques here is being able to get out of your own way. That is, to take control of your life (what much of my own writing has been about) and making all the changes you desire, means taking action. The book is easy to read and understand, the exercises are simple and easily completed, the topics discussed cover universal problem areas, and if you commit yourself to doing them, your results will be amazing.
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by Irene M. Pepperberg
Book Review by Richard L. Weaver II, Ph.D.
If you are looking for a short (226 pages of text) enjoyable and yet informative read, this is a great little book. From the inside of the back cover it notes that “Irene M. Pepperberg is an associate research professor at Brandeis University in Massachusetts and teaches animal cognition at Harvard University.” This is the story of Dr. Pepperberg and her African gray parrot. It isn’t just about the parrot or their relationship, it is, too, about Pepperberg’s life. As a former university professor, I easily empathized with her efforts in finding a job and securing tenure. Her valiant efforts to find funding, publish papers, and obtain academic respect, credibility, and support are not uncommon. For some, this may be a distraction from the real story about Alex, his intelligence, training, reasoning ability, unique personality, and sense of humor. You will also learn of the interaction and communication between Pepperberg and Alex. If you are seeking a thorough, scientific exploration of an African Grey's cognitive abilities, then read Pepperberg's, The Alex Chronicles. Despite Pepperberg’s credentials (her academic background), this is a book written for a lay person with no academic background. It is easy-to-read, well written, and fascinating.
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