The Desire Map

Danielle LaPorte

The main idea of this book: Our drive motivates us, nurtures our imagination and allows us to develop. Break away from objectives imposed on you by others and accept your own flaws. Stay receptive to unexpected chances and you’ll harness the beneficial energy of desire. If you need assistance in crafting your desire blueprint, the book provides helpful activities and illustrations.

8 min

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O czym to jest?

The Desire Map (2014) offers assistance in tapping into the optimistic influence of aspiration. By nurturing inventiveness and offering encouragement to pursue your objectives, desire paired with a well-balanced level of self-knowledge can pave the path towards contentment.

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Danielle LaPorte is a writer and entrepreneur who decided to skip school and instead learn everything by herself. She is deeply engaged with the concept of success and has authored The Fire Starter Sessions.

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Passion drives our existence.

Trust your instincts when faced with difficult life choices.

Liberate your wishes from the constraints of others, and embrace the unpredictable!

Pursuing goals that fill you with dread is not worthwhile.

Accept your shortcomings and ascend beyond them.

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