Above the Line: Living and Leading with Heart - Audiobook (Unabridged)

Why is lasting change so hard for so many? Why is weight loss almost never permanent? Why is it so hard for leaders to coach employees who are struggling? Why do we repeat the same patterns of behavior again and again? The prevailing wisdom is that we always have a choice in how we react or respond. But until you recognize why you make choices, and how the heart and the brain work together to shape your behavior, you can’t unlock your best self. Corporate consultant Stephen and clinical psychologist Mara Klemich have developed a model, backed by extensive research and data and paired with character-led personal development, to help readers answer the why and eliminate behavior “below the line.” Above the Line shows that the quality of our lives flows from the attitudes of our hearts. It explores the deep, fundamental drivers of human behavior that exist within the heart, the seat of our character, and discovers that all of these behaviors can be explained by four heart-based principles—humility, love, pride and fear—which influence every facet of our lives, for better or worse. Once we fully understand that these four principles are at the root of our behavior, we can begin the journey to become our best selves and navigate life more effectively and successfully. Filled with proven strategies, Above the Line will create lasting behavior change and strengthen our lives and the lives of those around us. Read Less