The Seed & The Tree

 

THE SEED & THE TREE

All the nonfiction books that I love to read and sometimes write about through blogs or reviews do not have official genre.  The books that I love to read are not all self-help books.  They don’t promise to make you rich.  They don’t promise you some ridiculous stay healthy method.  And, they don’t promise to make you happy, or successful.  

I was recently at Barnes & Noble in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Of course, I was looking for a different type of book to add to the library of book for next year.  As I was gazing across the top of titles or sections of books.  I began to think… if I owned a bookstore, I’d put the books I love to read in the leadership section.  Why?  Because they are fitting for that area.  It would be filled with books that introduce the ideas, principles, methods, strategies, and understanding through rigorous research with engaging advantages of real and practical takeaways that are applicable in the 21st-century. 

“In individuals, insanity is rare; but in groups, parties, nations and epochs, it is the rule.” 

― Friedrich Nietzsche

The books that I love to read.  Just so happen to be on; leadership, positive psychology, general psychology neuroscience, business, philosophy, spirituality, and they’re about life, not just work.

As a voracious reader and collector of magnificent books.  I want to share my favorite books this year and a short review.  I will also share my favorite quotes of 2021.  And, no…it isn’t all my books, just some that really gave a bit more than the others.   

 

Mel Robbins books: The Five Second Rule and High Five Habit — I love these books, all of it — the plot, the characters, the dialogue she has with people around the world. The strategies, and much more.  Mel does it best by describing way to overcome our negative thoughts.  Mrs. Robbins uses her signature science-backed wisdom, and life experience to teach us how to make the notion of believing in yourselves a habit and practice daily.  It is easy to blow-up but those who control their emotions are conquers. 

Jon Gordon books: Energy Bus, Coffee Bean, The One Word, and Positive Leadership — I loved these books and shared them with my classroom and colleagues.  I truly believe with all my heart and mind that we can create change from the inside out. Mr. Gordon shares some novels on how to do that through the life of those characters.  

We don’t always have to be a victim of our circumstances or situations.  And, no one creates success, happiness, or purpose alone.  I believe we need more books like this in schools and homes today. 

Dr. Ernest Holmes book: The Science of Mind — is a fabulous or splendid book on the subject of mind, spirit, consciousness and life.  Dr. Holmes does a beautiful and rigorous exploration into the connection between science, religion, philosophy and life.  Dr. Holmes uses a precise scientific approach to uncover the mystery of the mind.  

I truly hope each of you pick this book up and finish it.  I am sure I’ll reread it again next year because of the extraordinary content/material. 

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Dr. Greg Lukianoff and Dr. Jonathan Haidt book:  The Coddling of the American Mind — This is a prolific book — something strange is happening within America’s colleges and universities.  Both gentlemen display why young people feel anxious, stressed, and college is making it worse.  In addition, they analyze the behavior in society which is not immune to the power of rational scientific analysis.  Please, prepare yourself for this book.  You won’t look at Americans next generation the same. 

Dr. Dave Ulrich, Professor, Kate Sweetman, and Professor, Norm Smallwood book: Leadership Code — is an absolutely extraordinary book.  That I must ask the question — What makes a great leader?  It's a question that has been tackled by thousands of researcher or scholars.  In fact, there are literally tens of thousands of leadership books, studies, theories, models, and recommendations on the shelves and online.  It is an avalanche of information that would fill ones whole life.  Nonetheless, this is a must read with interesting concepts that are applicable in the 21st-century.  This book was well-written, engaging, and pragmatic.  Our personal values and principles ought to align with the corporate strategy or mission to ensure long-term success in your career and organization.  I really hope you pick this book up next year. 

Jean Twenge books: iGeneration & Generation Z — We have to save the best for last.  I love these books because they opened the lens within my field of education and parenting.  Dr. Twenge explores the idea that modern technology has become the major problem in societies children and that much of their behavior stems from to much time wasted on devices.  She uses her signature findings to open up the paradigm shift and ideological takeover.  

I really hope each of you grab this book and see for yourselves the impacted it can make on your life’s journey.  

My favorite quotes 

“To educate a man in mind and not in morals is to educate a menace to society.” - Theodore Roosevelt 

“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved” - Hellen Keller 

“The price of greatness is responsibility” 

- Winston Churchill 

“Our prayers should be for blessings in general, for God knows best what is good for us.” - Socrates

“He that has once done you a kindness will be more ready to do you another than he whom you yourself have obliged.”

• Benjamin Franklin

“It is not just about learning new things, it is applying them and also constantly use them or you will lose them.” - Coach Sagasta 

“The undisciplined life, is an insane life.” Socrates

“Our life is what our thoughts make it.” 

- Marcus Aurelius 

“A nail is driven out by another nail. Habit is overcome by habit.” - Desiderius Erasmus

“No man can become rich without himself enriching others.” - Andrew Carnegie 

“The last exam of a great leader is what he has left in others through convictions to persist beyond the limitations.” ~ Coach Frank Sagasta  

About the Author

Frank Sagasta, is distinguished for his role as the educational leader and social media influencer.  Today, he is more complimented for his role as a life coach, mentor, and leadership instructor at Desert Star Academy in Fort Mohave, Arizona.  Meet a former foster child, who’s inspired to make a difference in the world through real and practical principles and wisdom.  Frank Sagasta’s desire is to never to stop learning and share his wisdom.  

His purpose was introduced by the array of profound friends, teachers, coaches, and mentorship by none other than: Dr. Eric Thomas, John C. Maxwell, Grant Cardone, Jordan Thomas, Steven Hardison, Sarah Sagasta, and God O Mighty.  Coach Frank Sagasta is consider to be a passionate teacher, instructor, coach, and mentor. 

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