Prisoners of Our Thoughts: Viktor Frankl's Principles for Discovering Meaning in Life and Work

Alex Pattakos

ISBN 10: 1576752887 / ISBN 13: 9781576752883

Published by Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2004

Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1576752887I3N10

Synopsis:

Helps readers find meaning and fulfilment in their work and everyday lives by applying seven principles derived from Dr. Frankl’s pioneering work

Drawing on the entire body of Dr. Frankl’s work (he wrote over 30 books), Pattakos elaborates seven “Core Principles” that he has derived from Dr. Frankl’s work.

Pattakos applies each of the principles to various work situations, enabling readers to relate personally to the principle and learn when and how to use it.

About the Author: Alex Pattakos, PhD, is cofounder of the Global Meaning Institute with offices in the United States, Canada, and Greece. His unique background includes being a mental health administrator, professor of public and business administration, consultant with the White House, and advisor to the commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration. He is also the coauthor with Elaine Dundon of The OPA! Way: Finding Joy & Meaning in Everyday Life & Work. As a leader of the Meaning Movement, he is focused on helping others find meaning in life, work, and society. 

Elaine Dundon, MBA, is the cofounder of the Global Meaning Institute. She is passionate about helping people find meaning in their personal and work lives, as well as helping organizations create meaning-centered workplaces to deliver products and services that truly make a meaningful difference. She began her career in brand management at Procter & Gamble. A thought leader in the field of personal and organizational innovation, she authored the best-selling book The Seeds of Innovation and created the groundbreaking course on innovation management at the University of Toronto. Her work evolved to the “human side of innovation,” incorporating meaning, leadership, philosophy, and metaphysics to help people and organizations reach their full potential. 

Stephen R. Covey was the author of several books, including the iconic bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. He passed away in 2012.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Prisoners of Our Thoughts: Viktor Frankl's ...
Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Publication Date: 2004
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket