The Speed Trap: How to Avoid the Frenzy of the Fast Lane

by Joseph Bailey

Book Overview

Between work, play, family, and friends, most of us feel like we're speeding along at 100 miles an hour. Our lives are full, yet we don't feel fulfilled. One solution is to slam on the brakes and adopt a radically simpler lifestyle. But, as psychologist Joe Bailey demonstrates in this essential guide, you don't have to give up everything to slow down your life. In over thirty-five captivating, instructive stories, Bailey shows just how easy it...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062515896
• ISBN13: 9780062515896
• Release Date: April 1999
• Publisher: HarperOne
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 7.1"

Customer Reviews

I was sceptical ...

Let's face it. There is a lot of hype on the self-help book aisle. I was very sceptical, but I have to admit that this little book has been personally beneficial to me. I think that its title is perhaps a bit misleading. This is not a book that describes how to manage one's time so that slowing down is possible through better priorities, goals, and organization. What the book is really about is slowing down *your mind*. I tried the techniques. I sleep at night now. I am able to respond to life's crises more calmly. Anxiety, worry and panic have given way to mental peace. Bottom line: If you deal with stress and you feel that it is getting the better of you to the point where you think something has got to give, then this book is for you. It is not going to rid you of the complications of life, but it will help you manage, cope, and channel your stress so that you end up ruling it instead of it ruling you.

Real Life Examples and a Quick Read, too!

One of the biggest problems in many relationships is that there simply isn`t enough time to be together. School interferes, work interferes, the chores of real life interfere. It may seem like a lot of that is out of your control, but in reality there may be ways to better manage your time, and get more enjoyment out of the time you do have together. This book is a quick read, has a lot of real-world examples, and in the end gives suggestions that are easy to implement and make a ton of sense. I highly recommend it!

This book will help you MAKE time

Every once in awhile, you find a book that makes time stand still. One that you can't wait to get to the end but are so sad when you reach it! This book provides the opportunity to shift your personal paradigm and change your experience of each moment, event. I put the principles to work immediately, jumped into one of my typically hectic days and had such a different experience. Invest the time and the few dollars, it is definately worthwhile. Give it to others in your world who are frantic and trying to run faster to catch up..... Kudos & thank you, Mr. Bailey, Mr. Carlson

OUTSTANDING!

This little book has more common sense wisdom in it than any other book on the market.It is the kind of book you will want to refer to again and again whenever you feel like you're spinning out of control.This book makes you see the big picture,while brilliantly explaining how your thoughts create your reality through interesting stories and examples.A MUST READ

I have already given away 20-30 copies of this book!

I am a business consultant and coach specializing in helping individuals and organizations be more resilient regardless of circumstances. I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in experiencing greater wisdom and joy in their lives and work. Why do I like it so much? Because it so briefly and clearly and describes the simple, yet profound spiritual principles which explain the creation of human experience. And because the real-life stories touch you and give you the deeper feeling behind the words. The end result is a enjoyable read that deepens your understanding about life. I laughed and cried as I read these stories. You will too.Give this book to your family, your friends and your clients. They will thank you for it as mine have thanked me.