{"title":"Ben Pronk","description":"\u003cp\u003eBen Pronk’s works explore the depths of human resilience and mortality with a profound philosophical insight. His writing blends practical self-help guidance with thoughtful reflections on psychology, encouraging readers to confront life’s challenges with clarity and courage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOffering a unique perspective on personal development, Pronk’s books invite contemplation on the human condition while providing tools to navigate uncertainty and change. Expect a thoughtful journey through themes of strength, vulnerability, and the shared experience of existence.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-resilience-shield","title":"The Resilience Shield","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Resilience Shield\u003c\/em\u003e, authored by Dr Dan Pronk, Ben Pronk DSC, and Tim Curtis, is a compelling exploration into the nature of resilience and how it can be cultivated. Drawing from their illustrious careers as Australian SAS veterans, the authors delve into their personal experiences from intense special operations missions to corporate boardrooms. This book combines their profound insights with cutting-edge research to provide readers with a comprehensive guide to overcoming life's myriad challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLife is fraught with difficulties. The rising prevalence of physical and mental health issues clearly indicates the immense pressures of our modern world. How, then, can we become more robust and adaptable in the face of such adversities? \u003cem\u003eThe Resilience Shield\u003c\/em\u003e aims to offer that vital defence. The authors break down the concept of resilience into an accessible framework, shared through lessons learned both in military uniform and civilian life. They have distilled the critical components of resilience into practical strategies that can be developed by anyone, regardless of background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book delves into the secrets of resilience honed by elite soldiers and interlaces this wisdom with the latest scientific research on mental and physical wellbeing. \u003cem\u003eThe Resilience Shield\u003c\/em\u003e is not merely theoretical; it is a practical manual equipped with tools that readers can use to make immediate, sustainable improvements in their lives. With these tools, you can begin to build your own resilience shield, preparing yourself to navigate and thrive amidst life's pressures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the book, you will find it enriched with actionable advice drawn from the authors' extensive experiences and knowledge. By exploring how resilience is built and maintained, you are invited to learn directly from individuals who have faced and overcome some of the most extreme environments imaginable. Yet, the lessons are universal, providing a roadmap to resilience that anyone can follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Resilience Shield\u003c\/em\u003e has garnered high praise from various prominent figures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A powerful text that will benefit any reader' - Dr Richard Harris SC, OAM, hero of the Thai cave rescue\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Informative and enlightening... compelling lessons and advice' - The Hon Julie Bishop\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Clear, approachable insights into resilience' - Merrick Watts\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A blend of raw experience and impeccable science...a brilliant guidebook for our times' - Hugh Mackay AO\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLet this book guide you in constructing your personal resilience shield. Prepare to arm yourself with the knowledge and tools that will enable you to face any challenge head-on and emerge stronger than before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Distribution and Logistics Company (TDLC)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45719514251500,"sku":"9781760983499","price":31.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781760983499.jpg?v=1726129578"},{"product_id":"were-all-going-to-die-by-ben-pronk-9781761773129","title":"We're All Going to Die","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou, me and everyone else who has ever lived, or will ever live, is going to die.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stoics knew that \u003cem\u003etempus fugit\u003c\/em\u003e ('time flies'). Rather than see this as a bummer, however, they knew that our ever-ticking personal doomsday clocks were actually a brilliant reminder to embrace every second of our lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNever forget that you are going to die, and make the most of the short time you have left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his insightful, warm and witty book, Ben Pronk reveals the philosophy, science and secrets of true happiness. From exploring the wisdom of Stoicism, Hedonism and other schools of philosophy, to unpacking the details of neuroscience and psychology—all the while throwing in a healthy dose of tough love—Pronk offers enlightenment on what happiness is, how it works and how you can get more of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLet's make you happy. There's no time to waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe may well be going to die, but this is a bloody good manual to live well before it happens! 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