The High 5 Habit: Take Control of Your Life with One Simple Habit

I really enjoyed this book because of how genuine the author is in share her personal stories of success and setbacks. This book is written in a friendly narrative with a clear informative voice when needed. I have always been a fan of these types of books, motivational focus books. This is one that I will probably now purchase the physical form of after reading the ebook.What I like about these book is that there is usually a new perspective or insight that I gain from the book. Or the book will remind me of something that I knew or a technique that I had forgotten about it. In this case I gained a new insight. My two favorite take aways from this book is the "hand on the heart" and journal pages. The first time I tried the "hand on the heart" technique I could feel my whole body relax deeply. Then I did it again but this time I recited some of my own personal mantras after doing the initital technique. I had the most amazing day afterwards! It felt right too. As for the journal pages, I journal every day upon waking up but I felt like I was missing something in my journaling. The two-page journal pages seem to give me the structure support that I was missing in my own journaling.

I really enjoyed this book. It was an easy read and very informative. I felt like I was sitting with Mel and having coffee having a normal conversation, not reading.

The High 5 Habit is exactly the book I needed right now. It's been a long last almost 2 years and this book came to right at the time I needed it. I'm a fan of Mel and pre-ordered my copy so was able to read it right when it arrived! I had really high expectations because of The 5 Second Rule and I didn't know if this book would be as good, but it really topped it. The book is loosely divided into 3 sections. First, Mel talks all about the power of a high five, the science of high fiving, and how to do the high five habit. I like how the book got right to the point and from the beginning included the most important information first. Then, she moves more broadly into how the brain changes and why we hold ourselves back and how with that information we can make changes through the high five habit. And she gives my favorite habit of the book, "looking for hearts" (which has a really deep meaning). The high 5 habit isn't one habit, there's actually many of them in the book.In the next section, she takes a turn and goes into the biggest things that hold us back from a high five life, and really dives into each thing, like jealousy, guilt, anxiety. And then gives habits to help with each. Mel also shares really honest and moving stories from her life and others, and doesn't hold back at all in describing her behavior in the past. Given how successful she is now, you know that the tools really really work. And then the final section, takes a turn and moves more into what I can only call the "deeper" realm. But with the flow of the book it really works. I don't want to give anything away but Mel shares 2 really powerful stories that illustrate what happens when you use these habits, and especially the one with the painting had me in tears. It was such a beautiful ending and somehow the book combines what you expect from this kind of book, motivational self help inspirational stuff, with memoir, really deep spiritual insights, a big pep talk, and it's still really easy and entertaining to read.I highly recommend this book to just about anyone of any age. And if you're skeptical too Mel lays it all out, there's so much science here. I feel like I have the tools to create a better relationship with myself and as Mel says, that sets the tone for everything in life. I also like how everything in this book is really easy and can be taught to people of any age. I'm definitely going to buy a copy for my daughter. Overall thank you so much Mel for writing such an amazing book and I'm excited to take the high 5 challenge (practicing the high 5 habit for five days in a row.)

The idea to High Five ✋ oneself in the morning initially seems ridiculous. However, after going through the mechanics and understanding standing the RAS process. Sets you up for successful intentions each day towards achieving your goals!

This book tackles all of the mental garbage caused by self-doubt, guilt, regret, and shame and gives great advice on how to flip them into much more helpful components of a positive, self-confident mindset. Mel provides personal and relatable examples and gives specific instructions for how to get started with doing it for oneself. My only objection is the implication that self-confidence "Guarantees a Great Life", a gross over-simplification of reality in my opinion. Nevertheless, I found it very encouraging and uplifting and would recommend it to anyone feeling down on themselves or stuck.

Love Mel Robbins!

Mel is amazing and real. She is so open and real in her books. She doesn't sugar coat and blow smoke. I laughed and cried throughout this. The take away was so empowering. Well worth the read or listen. I have the book on Kindle and now the audiobook. I started to read but found I kept stopping. Listening to the audio version kept me engaged more and wanting to hear more. She is very engaging and friendly. It is as though you are sitting with a friend on your sofa having a chat.

A great book and so love how Mel tells it like one needs to hear it! It's a quick read with lots of tip and success stories from other real people who have pivoted! Thanks for helping me "wake up and kicking ass" again!

I would recommend this book to everyone! I can't believe my days have changed so much since I started reading this book! I suffered from dysthymia, I had to go over a psychiatric medical treatment and, now that I'm better this was the cherry on the pie I needed. So thank you so much, Mel.

This isn’t just a book, it’s the Book! Reading this book felt like taking a trip to meet my soulmate, Me!

perfect book

is very good and easy to read

I have this in printed AND audio. Love Mel, and her approach to being imperfect and moving towards your goals anyway