Product Description

New York Times number–one bestselling author Debbie Ford presents revolutionary questions that, when answered with complete honesty, change the way we see ourselves and make decisions – ultimately moving us toward the life we desire.

The realities of the life we live today are a result of the choices we made yesterday, three months ago and three years ago. But we don't wind up $50,000 dollars in debt because of one extravagant purchase. Nor do we put on 30 unwanted pounds as a result of a couple of decadent meals. And our relationships certainly don't fall apart overnight because of one decision. We are where we are because of repeated unconscious choices made day after day. If we want to understand why and how we created our present day reality, all we need to do is look at the choices we made in the past. Ford cuts right through our denial with the 10 questions that immediately reveal the true motivations behind our thoughts and actions. But more than that, by rigorously and honestly asking and answering these 10 vital questions, we regain control and have the power necessary to create the life we always wanted.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #115220 in Books
• Released on: 2004-04-27
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 192 pages

From Publishers Weekly
A workshop leader and author of several bestselling advice books, Ford (The Dark Side of the Light Chasers) offers another path toward a better life. According to Ford, it is the unconscious choices we make that prevent us from achieving future goals and dreams. For example, someone who truly wants to lose 20 pounds may choose to eat a high-fat, fast-food dinner because he or she has a hidden commitment to the comfort such food will bring; a hardworking woman who has always dreamed of buying a home sabotages herself by getting into credit card debt by an unconscious commitment to rewarding herself immediately with expensive purchases. The author contends that it is possible to identify such self-defeating commitments by asking 10 questions that will turn unconscious choices into beneficial conscious decisions. Choosing to overeat or overspend can be avoided by asking, is this an act of self-love or self-sabotage? According to Ford, asking the questions she recommends-including "am I choosing from my divinity or my humanity?"-will lead questioners to behave more positively toward themselves and to others. Although somewhat contrived, this guide is certainly not harmful and may be of use to readers who enjoy following roadmaps to happiness.
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Jack Canfield Co-Author, Chicken Soup for the Soul(R) and The Power of Focus
Whatever you desire - the Right Questions will move you powerfully forward in the direction of your dreams.

Cheryl Richardson author of Stand Up for Your Life and Life Makeovers
Both practical and profound, this book will provide you with a powerful framework to make life-changing choices.

Customer Reviews

Leaders Ask The Right Questions
Many of us create visions for our lives personally and professionally. We figure out what we want and where we want to go. And then life happens and our visions go by the wayside. Down the line - a few weeks, months or years - we wonder what happened to our well conceived of plans. Debbie Ford has one of the answers in her book "The Right Questions." According to Ford unless we are vigilantly questioning ourselves about our choices we will be led by our emotions, our momentary desires or our past habits. She says it is the choices we make that lead us to fulfillment or lack there of.
I agree with her. I have worked with people for over twenty-five years and I cannot tell you how many countless times people come to me completely unaware of how they got to where they are. They have no idea how their choices brought them to today and that it was not a single choice but usually hundreds of tiny, everyday choices that led to them being where they are - in debt, unemployed, breaking up another relationship, missing another promotion, unhealthy and on and on.
I help them untangle the mess and become leaders of their lives. Effective leaders recognize that the decisions they make today affect tomorrow's results. They demand from themselves answers to hard questions. The questions that need answering are one's that will demand of them that they walk-the-walk not merely talk-the-talk. Asking powerful, bold questions of our selves is an act of self-consciousness. The act holds us to high standards based on our own desires for life. The questions described in Ford's book are designed to help people evaluate which choices to make along their path rather than to help them decide the destination. These questions are a great tool to employ to keep you moving toward your goals in a moment-to-moment manner no matter the various pulls and urges that occur every day.
"The Right Questions" comes in hard cover, paperback and a kindle version. I like the handy paperback version because you can slip it in your purse or briefcase. This way you can read bits and pieces as you move through your day, reminding yourself to be conscious of each choice you make and how it affects your goals and dreams. I also found it helpful to type up the questions and keep a copy in my day timer where I could refer to them as I moved through my day.

Keep it Simple
Debbie Ford's ten, simple questions are really all you need to know in order to keep your focus on your personal growth and self-esteem building. They are easy to understand and use and can be used in any situation. Great simple tools to propel you forward, especially if you are stuck. The only catch is you'll need to answer them honestly in order to benefit from their wisdom.

Extraordinary Life
This book is GREAT, so true asking the right question will lead us into an EXTRAORDINARY LIFE. Read it live by it and your life will change!
enjoy....