Editorial Review
"Maybe you have slipped into the pattern of waiting for the day when your fantasy life will arrive. You might be hoping that the day is coming when you will finally have more success, money, love, or happiness. Like so many, you may be waiting for something to happen tomorrow that will make you feel better about your life today. But I ask you, has that tomorrow shown up yet? It's time to break through the illusion that the best year of your life exists somewhere out there, in the future, when the reality is it exists right here and now."
-- from the Introduction
On New Year's Eve we make resolutions that this year will finally be different. We decide that this is the year we will land a new job, get in great shape, find the man of our dreams, quit smoking, or learn Spanish. Our list of wants is as long as all of our dreams strung together. So what happens to this commitment to change? What stops us in our tracks? Why is it that six weeks after making this pledge, our hopes for change vanish, only to reemerge as next year's "what-ifs?"
Number one "New York Times" bestselling author Debbie Ford not only answers these questions but offers a proven, practical blueprint for making today -- "this moment" -- the beginning of the best year of your life. Filled with inspiring guidance, encouraging stories, and life-changing exercises, THE BEST YEAR OF YOUR LIFE is a call to action. It's time to stop pretending that the life of your dreams will magically arrive, and instead make a clear and precise plan of action that is guaranteed to deliver the life you've been waiting for.
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Customer Reviews
personal transformation 
2008-08-29
I am enjoying this book . It has truly made me think about my life and how I should be living it
I am glad I choose this book as a permantant part of my library.
Patricia Newton
Elgin, Il
Best Year 2008-08-09
Good for goal-planning and moving forward in your life.
Debbie Ford always hits the nail on the head!~
My favorite Debbie book......so far 2008-07-17
I have 3 of her books and I found this the most useful. It was geared more towards action, and not as much on a philosophical level. Very helpful.
I am involved in the coaching program through her institute and it has had a dramatic change on my life.
Deceptively simple, yet powerful 2008-07-01
This small book packs a punch, if you let it. If you spend just a few minutes applying the concepts to your own life and your own experience, Debbie Ford's words could possibly change your experience of life. This is not one of those "if you can imagine it, it will happen" kinds of books. In fact, she stresses that fantasizing will not get us the life we want. Instead, she focuses on methods for getting closer to your own integrity and your own best self. I'd describe the book as practical, engaging, and highly useful.
AMAZING! 2008-05-05
This book has given me the inspiration to re-create my life; re-create myself. For me, I'm not even thinking of it as the best 'year' of my life... I'm looking at it as the best LIFE I could possibly create. So far, I've gotten off of depression meds, stopped smoking, joined weight watchers, stopped existing off of soda, and began preperations for nursing school entrance. The sky's the limit, and I don't plan on stopping the transformation anytime soon. Every time I pick up this book, I feel inspired for the day. I read a page from it every day before I even get out of bed, and it sets the tone for my day. If you're looking to start over or re-create yourself, or just to start living the life that you KNOW you should be living... this book is a must have. I can't say enough good things about it.
Great book 2008-04-28
"Maybe you have slipped into the pattern of waiting for the day when your fantasy life will arrive. You might be hoping that the day is coming when you will finally have more success, money, love, or happiness. Like so many, you may be waiting for something to happen tomorrow that will make you feel better about your life today. But I ask you, has that tomorrow shown up yet? It's time to break through the illusion that the best year of your life exists somewhere out there, in the future, when the reality is it exists right here and now."
-- from the Introduction
On New Year's Eve we make resolutions that this year will finally be different. We decide that this is the year we will land a new job, get in great shape, find the man of our dreams, quit smoking, or learn Spanish. Our list of wants is as long as all of our dreams strung together. So what happens to this commitment to change? What stops us in our tracks? Why is it that six weeks after making this pledge, our hopes for change vanish, only to reemerge as next year's "what-ifs?"
Number one "New York Times" bestselling author Debbie Ford not only answers these questions but offers a proven, practical blueprint for making today -- "this moment" -- the beginning of the best year of your life. Filled with inspiring guidance, encouraging stories, and life-changing exercises, THE BEST YEAR OF YOUR LIFE is a call to action. It's time to stop pretending that the life of your dreams will magically arrive, and instead make a clear and precise plan of action that is guaranteed to deliver the life you've been waiting for.
inspiring and moving! 
2008-04-22
it reminded me of my dreams...to not to give up...to do what you can, to fully do your best, and that is if you really want to achieve something you have to make it happen. It made me realize that dreams that the you didn't achieve are the ones you didn't go after....
a little weak 
2008-03-24
I read this book cover to cover in a short period of time, and did not take the time and effort to make the lists and work the plan. I did not find it to be very inspiring or realistic.
A handy primer to keep in reach when times get rough 2007-02-13
As a male, I was unsure about purchasing this book because it seems Ms. Ford has gained her following by catering to the Lifetime television demographic rather than us ESPN viewers. So when this book turned up as a bargain clearance and the reviews seemed to hint the book was geared to both genders, I went ahead and made the purchase. Overall, I found this book to be a breeze to get through and felt it was right up there in terms of substance and just plain fun when compared to other self-help books I have read.
The book is broken into three main sections as stated in the title. I like the way the author closes each section with suggesting you put in writing how you will implement the ideas she lays out. Of course, putting things in writing is not new. I just think she has broken things down into smaller assignments as compared to the somewhat overwhelming "write down everything you want in life" other self help books tell you to do.
Although Ms. Ford's message is nothing new and it has been proven that reading these self-help books may make you change your behavior patterns for a period of just a few days rather than years, I believe this is one of those books that is good to have around as a reference when you find yourself slipping back to old habits.
The Best Year of Your Life 2007-01-10
This book allows you to take the action steps you want to take in order to create the changes in your life to manifest The Best Year of Your Life. I am enjoying and sharing the Best Year of My Life with eight other colleagues on a weekly basis. I purchase this book and Kit for my sister, so she can also manifest the Best Year of Her Life in 2007.
Maria Maione
