Genius is made, not born. And human beings are gifted with an almost unlimited potential for learning and creativity. Now you can uncover your own hidden abilities, sharpen your senses, and liberate your unique intelligence -- by following the example of the greatest genius of all time, Leonardo da Vinci. Acclaimed author Michael J. Gelb, who has helped thousands of people expand their minds to accomplish more than they ever thought possible, shows you how. Drawing on Da Vinci's notebooks, inventions, and legendary works of art, Gelb introduces Seven Da Vincian Principles -- the essential elements of genius -- from curiosita, the insatiably curious approach to life to connessione, the appreciation for the interconnectedness of all things. With Da Vinci as your inspiration, you will discover an exhilarating new way of thinking. And step-by-step, through exercises and provocative lessons, you will harness the power -- and awesome wonder -- of your own genius, mastering such life-changing abilities as:
-- problem solving
-- creative thinking
-- self-expression
-- enjoying the world around you
-- goal setting and life balance
-- harmonizing body and mind About the Author Michael J. Gelb is a world-renowned innovator in the fields of creative thinking, accelerated learning, and leadership development. His clients include Amoco, AT&T, DuPont, Merck, and Xerox. He is also the author of The How to Think like Leonardo da Vinci Workbook, the companion volume to How to Think like Leonardo da Vinci. He lives outside Washington, D.C. Praise Praise"By capturing the very essence of DaVinci's life and genius...Michael Gelb guides us in a discovery and understanding of the boundlessness of our own full human potential."--Deepak Chopra, author of The Path to Love and Ageless Body, Timeless Mind"A brilliant, practical guide to awakening and training our vast, unused resources of intelligence and ability."--Ted Hughes, New York Times bestselling author of Birthday Letters"Buy it. Read it! Live it!"--Tony Buzan, author of The Book of Genius and The Mind Map BookDon't miss the companion volume to How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci: The How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci Workbook Links Click here for Michael Gelb's Web site Read an excerpt |
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