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Overthinking isn't a personality trait. It's the sneakiest form of fear. It steals time, creativity, and goals. It's the most expensive, least productive thing companies invest in without even knowing it. And it's an epidemic. When New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff changed his life by transforming his overthinking, he wondered if other people might benefit from what he discovered. He commissioned a research study to ask 10,000 people if they struggle with overthinking too, and 99.5 percent said, "Yes!" The good news is that in Soundtracks, Acuff offers a proven plan to change overthinking from a super problem into a superpower. When we don't control our thoughts, our thoughts control us. If our days are full of broken soundtracks, thoughts are our worst enemy, holding us back from the things we really want. But the solution to overthinking isn't to stop thinking. The solution is running our brains with better soundtracks. Once we learn how to choose our soundtracks, thoughts become our best friend, propelling us toward our goals. If you want to tap into the surprising power of overthinking and give your dreams more time and creativity, learn how to DJ the soundtracks that define you. If you can worry, you can wonder. If you can doubt, you can dominate. If you can spin, you can soar.

Move beyond Coping and Surviving to a Rejuvenating Place of Soul RestHow many of us find ourselves exhausted, running on empty with no time for rest, no time for ourselves, no time for God? Bonnie Gray knows exactly what that's like. On the brink of fulfilling a lifelong dream, Bonnie's plans suddenly went off script. Her life shattered into a debilitating journey through anxiety, panic attacks, and insomnia. But as she struggled to make sense of it all, she made an important discovery: we all need spiritual whitespace.Spiritual whitespace makes room--room in one's heart for a deep relationship with God, room in one's life for rest, room in one's soul for rejuvenation. With soul-stirring vulnerability and heartbreaking honesty, Bonnie takes readers on a personal journey to feed their souls and uncover the deeper story of rest. Lyrical writing draws readers into Gray's intimate journey through overwhelming stress to find God in a broken story and celebrate the beauty of faith. Guided by biblical encouragement and thought-provoking prompts, Gray shows readers how to create space in the everyday for God, refreshment, and faith. She also offers practical steps and insights for making spiritual whitespace a reality, right in the midst of the stress-frayed stories in every season of life."We live in a culture that brags and boasts about being busy. Into that reality steps Bonnie with a new idea. Whitespace is an important concept and Bonnie has captured it perfectly. If you're exhausted with being exhausted, read this book. If you feel too busy to read this book, then that's probably the best sign of all that you need it."--from the foreword by Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author of Stuff Christians Like

Overthinking isn't a personality trait. It's the sneakiest form of fear. It steals time, creativity, and goals. It's the most expensive, least productive thing companies invest in without even knowing it. And it's an epidemic. In Soundtracks, New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff offers a proven plan to change overthinking from a super problem into a superpower with three simple steps:● retire your broken soundtracks● replace them with new ones● repeat them until they're as automatic as the old onesIf you want to tap into the surprising power of overthinking and give your dreams more time and creativity, learn how to DJ the soundtracks that define you. If you can worry, you can wonder. If you can doubt, you can dominate. If you can spin, you can soar.

"This is my new favorite book about goals!"--Mel Robbins, podcaster and New York Times bestselling authorWhat if you could have a fulfilling career, a thriving marriage, strong friendships, and rewarding hobbies, all while being in the best shape of your life? What if every day you lived was better than the one before? What if tapping into your potential wasn't as hard as you think?According to New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff, it might not be. In fact, all it takes is a goal.In this book, Jon shows you how to plan goals that you're guaranteed to reach by ● focusing on your best moments● navigating the three zones of performance● finding ways to fuel your passions● enjoying the rideSound too good to be true? Jon thought so too. Until it happened--again and again--for him and the hundreds of real people in his research project. Whether your goals are personal, relational, or career-driven, the key to a better future is closer than you think.

When it comes to the life you want, mindset is everything.When you're young, your entire world is made of new. You're a movie that's barely started, a notebook with blank pages to fill, a song that hasn't hit the chorus. You have your whole life ahead of you. The crazy thing? Your future life is directly impacted by your mindset.Positive or negative, your thoughts matter. They can work for you or against you. In fact, a single repetitive thought believed when you're a teen can change the course of your entire life. But the good news is you get a choice when it comes to those internal soundtracks. Inside this book, learn how to● retire your broken soundtracks● replace them with new ones● repeat them until they're as automatic as the old onesWhen you learn to create new thoughts, those thoughts lead to new actions, and those actions lead to new results. Ready to design your new playlist and tap into the superpower of mindset? Just hit play.

Do you have your life figured out yet? If not, congrats--you're normal. That said, how do you figure it out? The good news is, your life is already leaving you clues--about what matters to you, what you're good at, what's worth your time. When you ignore those clues, you start drifting or, worse yet, you set your course for the wrong destination entirely.How Teens Win is your map to the very best treasure you'll ever discover--yourself. Your potential. Your possibility. Your future. In this book we'll share a fun, simple process for better understanding your potential so you can start to set goals and make plans that matter to you.You've got your whole life ahead of you. Who will you become? How will you win? You're about to find out.

New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff was skeptical when he first encountered the concept of mindset. He didn't want to repeat silly mantras or cover his walls with motivational posters. But he did want to be more than he was. He wanted a better job, to get in shape, to be a great dad and an excellent husband. He wanted focus. He wanted to meet his goals. Sound familiar?When he finally explored the idea of mindset, he realized two vitally important things. First, mindset really does change everything--relationships, finances, career, family, everything. Second, the secret to a better mindset is better soundtracks. Soundtracks are the fastest path to accomplishing any goal you want. In The 3-Minute Mindset, Jon offers you 90 days of better soundtracks to change your thoughts and ultimately your life. With a follow-up question and an action tied to each soundtrack, it takes just three minutes to read each entry, but the results will last a lifetime.Once you read this book, you'll have what you need to create 1,000 new soundtracks that will take you to 1,000 new places. Ready to go? Welcome to your new mindset--and the new you.