Reference Books
Mastery: The Keys to Success and Long-Term Fulfillment
by George Leonard
Learning to learn is an essential competency and a source of enormous
fulfillment. Written by a third-degree black belt in aikido, this short, tight
book shows you how to enter onto and keep yourself on the path of mastery.
Why Resolutions Fail - and What to Do About It,, is the name of chapter 10 in a book "Mastery" from George Leonard.
Homeostasis is the tendency of a system, esp. the physiological system of higher animals, to maintain internal stability. If, for example, your body temperature moved up some 10% from your everage temperature, you would be in a big trouble - that is why the homeostasis working behind the courtains, is good system to have - it keeps your body in order. Homeostasis applies to psychological states and behavior as well as to physical functioning.
The problem with homeostasis is, it works toward keeping things the way they always were, not distinguishing if what is happening is change for better or for worse. It resists all the change. So, after developing the habit of procrastinating for some long years, it would do anything to keep you from being more productive.
George Leonard goes into detail of how to deal with homeostasis along following guidelines:
The book is about journey of mastery, written by a bestselling author with background in Zen philosophy and aikido. There is not much practical "how-to-do" stuff , but the broader concepts of mastery are an interesting read for someone looking to become a "black belt" in any area.
Intuitive Body by Wendy Palmer
The author is a 4th degree black belt in aikido. The principles of
aikido and meditation work beautifully for anyone wanting to cultivate
awareness, attention and self-acceptance. These are essential qualities for
developing authentic presence.
Getting to Peace – Transforming Conflict at home, at work, and in the world, William Ury, Viking, 1999
People Building Peace – 35 Inspiring Stories from Around the World, The European Platform for Conflict Prevention and Transformation 1999 available from www.conflict-prevention.net
Preparing for Peace –Conflict Transformation Across Cultures by John Paul Lederach, Syracuse University Press, 1995
Prevention and Management of Violent Conflicts – An International Directory, European Platform for Conflict Prevention and Transformation, 1998 available from www.conflict-prevention.net
The Third Side - Why We Fight and How We Can Stop by William Ury, Penguin, 1999
Searching for Peace in Europe and Eurasia The European Platform for Conflict Prevention and Transformation, 2002 available from www.conflict-prevention.net
Searching for Peace in Central and South Asia The European Platform for Conflict Prevention and Transformation, 2002 available from www.conflict-prevention.net
Searching for Peace in Africa – An Overview of Conflict Prevention and management Activities, European Platform for Conflict Prevention and Transformation/European Centre for Conflict Prevention 1999 available from www.conflict-prevention.net
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Leadership Aikido |
1997 |
O'Neil, John |
The author shows how Aikido, the martial art that stresses victory without harm, can be used as a lifelong business practice. The book presents innovative skills that answer an urgent need as managers and employers rethink outmoded business paradigms in order to keep offices running smoothly, production levels high and morale up. Employers and managers at all levels are looking to create programs that incorporate business requirements with their professional and spiritual goals. The author teaches us to embrace the philosophy of Aikido which can bring beliefs, perceptions and actions into harmony. Keywords: leadership, ethics, motivation, attitude, assessment. |