George Foreman's Guide to Life: How to Get Up Off the Canvas When Life Knocks You Down

Foreman, George

ISBN 10: 0743528190 ISBN 13: 9780743528191

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio, 2003

Synopsis

George Foreman knows what it's like to get knocked down -- in the ring and in life -- and he knows how to get back up again. Two-time heavyweight boxing champion of the world, he knows what it takes to succees. He has a wealth of life experience to share, and in George Foreman's Guide to Life: How to Get Up Off the Canvas When Life Knocks You Down, he does just that. Here's what George has to say about:

Taking advice: "The real answers you are looking for are inside you. The hard part is being able to read them."

Being afraid of change: "Be afraid to stay where you are in life. Stepping out...is what makes you good, better, and even the best at what you're doing."

Getting older: "Old age is not something that happens to you; it's a choice you make. you can look in the mirror and cry...Or you can look in that mirror and dream another dream."

Learning from your mistakes: "I try to let the past stay where it is and let today speakfor itself...Learn from your mistakes, but don't be chained to them."

Determination: "There are always others trying to get to the same goal you are, only they decide to stop halfway down the road. And when they walk away, they leave the road paved for you."

Marriage: "Let every day be like the first day you fell in love. It's about trying to put your best self forward, not just to others, but to the one you've pledged your life to."

Children: "I believe how you teach your kids life's lessons is as important as what what you teach them. You've got to love kids into another gear."

About this title

About the Author

George Foreman is a two-time former heavyweight champion of the world, an Olympic gold medalist, a revolutionary in the grilling industry, and an ordained minister, in addition to being a best-selling author. He lives in Houston, Texas, where he founded the George Foreman Youth and Community Center.

Reviews

Puncher preacher, rancher, family man, author, grill shill, founder of a youth and community center, author and sage; is there anything Foreman can't do? Most people know Foreman as the guy who named all five of his boys George, or as the lovable lug spokesman for Meineke mufflers and George Foreman grills. Why listen to his advice? First of all, he's been very successful at that long list of callings. He also made a triumphant return to boxing at age 45, winning the heavyweight title from a 26-year-old champ, so maybe he does have a tip or two worth hearing. Reading his own material, Foreman comes off as a friendly guy with a heart of gold and a pocket full of advice. The production's only major flaw is the swelling of inappropriate new age music between chapters (the insipid music is co-written by Foreman). Aside from that, this audiobook, simplistic but heartfelt, provides inspiration and motivation.
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Edition details

• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0743528190
• ISBN 13: 9780743528191
• Binding: Audio Cassette