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I Can't Wait To Be Patient Kindle Edition

by Dr. Rob Bell (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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  • Are you successful, but can't seem to slow down?

  • Do you have a sense of urgency towards everything?

We are designed to get from point A to point B as fast as possible.

However, as a result, we can’t slow down and there is a sense of urgency towards everything. We are bombarded by the urgent, tugged by the future, distracted by the unimportant, and discouraged by the past.

Time is our most precious resource. It's what we want the most, but it's what we use the worst.

I Can’t Wait To Be Patient is a practical guide to overcome our challenges, stress, and expectations, through the power of time and the path of patience.

This book outlines:
  • The four laws of patience and the four killers to urgency.
  • Why rhythm is more important than speed.
  • Why mortality rates actually decrease when the top surgeons are away.
  • How we mistake the urgent for the important and why it is a recipe for disaster.
  • Why “icing the kicker” in football does not work.
  • Uncover if you have the patient “personality.” You just might.

The process requires perspective and the product requires patience.


The path toward a better mental game and mental health is through patience. Patience is recovery of the mind and if you can wait, then you can win!
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Dr Rob Bell

About Dr. Rob Bell

· Dr. Rob Bell is a noted sport psychology coach, author, and speaker. He has spoken to the NFL, PGA, Marriott, and Walgreens, and has written 8 books on Mental Toughness.

· Rob has worked with 3 different winners on the PGA Tour and has served as the mental coach for University of Notre Dame, Indy Eleven, an Indy 500 champion, an Olympic Silver medalist, a grand slam tennis champion, and the USTA National Champion.

· Dr. Bell has caddied over 20+ events on the PGA & LPGA Tours. He’s an ironman, completed several ultra marathons and a 100-mile trail run.

· He hosts the Mental Toughness Podcast With Dr. Rob Bell and interviews experts on mental heath, mental toughness, and their Hinge moments.

Patience

Patience
Patience is Recovery of The Mind

As a CEO, I can't wait to be patient is an incredible guide to how to maximize the different situations in our lives. It's a must read into the perception of time and the fastest way to be patient." — Jeff Byers CEO Momentous

"Dr. Rob's book urges us to keep perspective and take advantage of the present moment in time. It reminds us that wins and losses are both guaranteed, and that there is an art in balancing urgency and patience." — Katie Volynets, WTA professional, USTA National Champion

If You Can Wait, Then You Can WIN

"Dr. Rob's 'I Can't Wait to be Patient' perfectly illustrates our constant need to focus on patience if we are to be successful. With the everyday pressures we all face, patience is the perfect foundational key to keeping grounded and focused." — Adam Schenk, PGA Tour Player

"Dr. Rob does an amazing job of breaking down the important elements of patience. My lifelong goal of a world champion the same year as undergoing my most severe injury. Patience! — Felicia Stancil, World Champion

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  • "If you want to be healthy, happy, and successful in today's fast paced world you need to develop the skill of being patient with yourself and others. Dr. Rob's book is full of useful ideas for doing so." — Dr. Bob Rotella, Sport Psychologist

  • "Patience is a concept that's vital to high-performance and one that I am continuously trying to improve upon. This book provides great insight into ways that can be done." — Rajeev Ram, Multiple Grand Slam Tennis Champion

  • "Dr. Rob does an amazing job of breaking down the important elements of patience. I achieved my lifelong goal of a world champion the same year as undergoing my most severe injury. Patience and persistence!" — Felicia Stancil, Olympian/World Champion

  • "Dr. Rob's book sheds light into the extreme power of patience. High-performers need to recover and patience is the recovery of the mind. As he states, 'If we can wait, then we can win.'" — Kevin Pritchard, President of Basketball Operations, Indiana Pacers

  • "Dr. Rob's 'I Can't Wait to be Patient' perfectly illustrates our constant need to focus on patience if we are to be successful. With the everyday pressures we all face, patience is the perfect foundational key to keeping grounded and focused." — Adam Schenk, PGA Tour Player

  • "As a CEO, I can't wait to be patient is an incredible guide to how to think about time in our lives and maximize the different situations in our lives. It's a must read to dive deep into the perception of time and the fastest way to be patient." — Jeff Byers CEO Momentous

  • "My favorite section of Dr. Rob's book is "this too shall pass." I resonate most with this because bad times don't come to stay. Staying Patient is hard, but rewarding!" — Austin Cook, PGA Tour Winner

  • "I Can't Wait To Be Patient gives an insightful look into our relationship with our most precious commodity in life, our time. Dr. Rob Bell's ability to break down the mental skills required to become more urgent with our preparation yet be patient with our results is brilliant." — Sandy Zimmerman, American Ninja Warrior

  • "Well done, Dr. Rob! Most successful people learn to embrace the "process." I Can't Wait To Be Patient provides ideas of how to maximize our process by combining the relentless pursuit of a goal with the patience to wait for the results." — Joe Skovron, PGA Tour Caddy

  • "Prioritization is a major challenge for every businessperson, but Dr. Bell's book, I Can't Wait To Be Patient, does a great job of describing how urgency impacts our decision-making and how to overcome being overwhelmed." — David Meltzer, Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing

  • "Dr. Rob's book urges us to keep perspective and take advantage of the present moment in time. It reminds us that wins and losses are both guaranteed, and that there is an art in balancing urgency and patience." — Katie Volynets, WTA professional, USTA National Champion

  • "Dr. Rob has hit a home-run with this book. In a world where we want tomorrow's results yesterday, he helps us understand and appreciate the path to success is through time. Written in Gladwellian manner, I highly recommend for performance based individuals." — Nick Hardwick, Fitness Entrepreneur, Eleven-Year NFL Veteran

  • "Throughout my PGA Tour career, I've benefited from patience. Now, Dr. Rob has a book that can teach you, and in the fastest way possible." — Scott Stallings, Multiple PGA Tour Champion

  • "Dr. Bell's introduction of the concept of "I can't wait to be patient" has changed the way I view not just my time, but my life." — Casey Weade, Founder of Howard Bailey Financial

  • "If you are struggling with that breakthrough you've been working hard for, Dr. Rob Bell once again shows us the way. It's time for you to find the fastest way to get a copy of I Can't Wait To Be Patient!" — Luke Tyburski, Ultra-Endurance Athlete & Keynote Speaker
  • "I couldn't wait for the book to come out, so wrote this blurb to get an advanced copy." — John Brubaker, Impatient Author, Speaker & Executive Coach
  • "This is Dr. Rob's best book yet! We do indeed need to be urgent with the process and patient with the results." — Tyler Duncan, PGA Tour Champion

About the Author

Dr. Rob Bell is a Sport Psychology Coach and Speaker. He has worked with top athletes, executives, and professionals. He has coached multiple winners on the PGA Tour, the University of Notre Dame, and Olympic Medalists. This is his 8th book on Mental Toughness. Drrobbell.com --This text refers to the hardcover edition.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C483JCTG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ DRB Press (May 2, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 2, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 541 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 196 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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• Dr. Rob Bell is a noted sport psychology coach, author, and speaker. He has spoken to the NFL, PGA, Marriott, and Walgreens, and has written 8 books on Mental Toughness.

• Rob has worked with 3 different winners on the PGA Tour and has served as the mental coach for University of Notre Dame, Indy Eleven, an Indy 500 champion, an Olympic Silver medalist, a grand slam tennis champion, and the USTA National Champion.

• Dr. Bell has caddied over 20+ events on the PGA & LPGA Tours.

• He’s an ironman, completed several ultra marathons and a 100-mile trail run.

• He hosts the Mental Toughness Podcast With Dr. Rob Bell and interviews experts on mental heath, mental toughness, and their Hinge moments.

• A fomer university professor Dr. Bell has published over a dozen journal articles and has been featured on ESPN, The Golf Channel, Runner’s World, NY Times and Stack Magazine.

• He is a graduate from of University of Tennessee, Temple University, & Shepherd University.

• Rob is married with 2 children, and you can follow on twitter or instagram @drrobbell or drrobbell.com

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One of the most important virtues!
Dr. Rob Bell does it again! As a small business owner and father of two young children, this book hits home. I love the breakdown of the 4 laws of patience and the tips that he gives for developing more mental resilience. This book is about the art of delayed gratification. Highly recommend.
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Neptune
5.0 out of 5 stars "If you can wait, you can win"
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2023
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If you can wait, you can win

I Can't Wait To Be Patient by Dr. Rob Bell has an excellent title and an attractive cover. Those two aspects were the first that caught my attention.

I so agree with Dr. Bell: patience is so hard: "Patience is the new mental toughness." In a fast-paced world, where information travels fast, it's hard to be calm.

This is Dr. Bell's eighth book on mental toughness. And you can tell we are in the hands of an expert. It has six parts, each with thoughtful titles and several chapters on a specific topic.

At the beginning, the author talks about time, then urgencies, until he takes us through the complicated path of patience. Oh, and most importantly, how to improve our mindset in that regard, or in other words, how to learn to be more patient.

Each chapter has an interesting thought, as well as anecdotes and even historical facts.

Recommended. 
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Rachel Annette
5.0 out of 5 stars Educational, fun, inspirational
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2023
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First, the chapters are short. That makes for easier digestion of the information within. Each ends with a relevant note and begins with a relevant quote. Being the history buff I am, I adored the story about George Washington. My first hero, I knew the story of his only surrender and the story of the horses being shot out from under him during a later battle. Still loved reading it again! And the story of the twin towers heroes had me crying. Love the book and the inspirational way that patience is taught throughout!
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Ashley Goodwin
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2023
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"I Can't Wait To Be Patient" is not just a self-help book; it's a call to redefine our relationship with time and reevaluate our priorities. Dr. Bell's insights and strategies are applicable to various aspects of life, from personal relationships to professional endeavors. By practicing patience, readers will discover newfound clarity, improved decision-making skills, and a deeper appreciation for the present moment.

The author’s writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book an enjoyable and enlightening read. His expertise and experience shine through, as he seamlessly blends research-based insights with personal anecdotes and practical exercises. The book is well-structured, guiding readers through the exploration of patience step by step, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the concepts presented.

5 Stars.
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Dad Is Always Write
5.0 out of 5 stars The Fine Art of Waiting
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2023
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Ever felt the relentless tug of the future while juggling the regrets of the past? If you nodded (like I did!), then "I Can’t Wait To Be Patient" is the remedy. This isn't just another self-help book—it's like having coffee with an old friend who's been there and gets it. It dives deep, challenging our modern 'go-go-go' mindset and offers a refreshing perspective: Maybe it's okay to slow down? With intriguing tidbits about top surgeons and football myths, it's both enlightening and a page-turner. For anyone tired of racing the clock (yep, that's me), this is a much-needed pause button. Because turns out, the best things? They really do come to those who wait.
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Frank Bussey
5.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed this book thoroughly
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2023
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I enjoyed this book thoroughly. What a great read. It was very well written.The author talks about time and takes us through the stages of patience. I found a lot of myself in this book.
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Garrett Dennis
4.0 out of 5 stars Valuable Insights
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2023
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There are a lot of good insights and inspiring stories in this book, particularly regarding time management, which has always been a challenge for me. I initially read this book quickly, but I know I'll be referring back to it periodically as needed. Good job!
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mmalone
5.0 out of 5 stars great read
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2023
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As a typical millennial, I am someone who really appreciates instant gratification. Struggling with patience is naturally a problem I have and this book was a great, practical read that really offered a lot of strategic tips in order to start honing that side of me. It always is really helpful to read why doing things as fast as possible perhaps isn't the best method for our lives as well. I really enjoyed this book and recommend it to anyone looking to slow down and enjoy the process more.
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Hopper
5.0 out of 5 stars Living with margins
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2023
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A lot of thoughts in this book resonated with me. It is about thinking and planning for the long term, not the short term. The author calls the short term "a snapshot," but it does not tell you the whole story. It is about the immediate now, and thus, it has a lot of unknowns. The author's premise is that being patient and thinking about the long term is a better approach. The author provides practical advice on how to do so.
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jad dellel
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book about patience
Reviewed in Canada on August 12, 2023
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What a great book about this underestimated virtue nowadays: patience.
The book has many examples and stories that illustrate the important concepts, I liked the inspirational quotes and the reference to spirituality and sacred books.
Be patient and complete reading the book, it deserves it!
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MRS J HODGSON
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Mental Toughness Books
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 13, 2024
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Patience is definitely a quality most of us need more of. This book is interesting and in my opinion a must read.

Dr Rob Bell is one of the worlds leading experts on mental toughness and this book does not disappoint. It is so good I am going to read it again. I have read a LOT of books and I know a good one when I read it.

Mental toughness and one of it's components patience are extremely important for success.

Do yourself a favour, buy this book, read it and then reread it.
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Naman Gupta
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome read
Reviewed in India on July 2, 2023
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This book emphasizes the importance of patience in achieving our goals and even in everyday life.
The author has talked in detail about the importance of "Important Urgencies" & shared the 4 threats to them. Also, he has shared the 4 laws of patience which will help you attain this virtue in your life.

This book is for you if:
1- You feel like you do a lot but still are not able to achieve your goals.
2- What is action bias and how it can make your goals difficult to achieve?
3- How to be patient towards the outcome in this world full of distractions?
4- If you want to understand and improve your relationship with time.
and much more gems are hidden in this book.
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Naman Gupta
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome read
Reviewed in India on July 2, 2023
This book emphasizes the importance of patience in achieving our goals and even in everyday life.
The author has talked in detail about the importance of "Important Urgencies" & shared the 4 threats to them. Also, he has shared the 4 laws of patience which will help you attain this virtue in your life.

This book is for you if:
1- You feel like you do a lot but still are not able to achieve your goals.
2- What is action bias and how it can make your goals difficult to achieve?
3- How to be patient towards the outcome in this world full of distractions?
4- If you want to understand and improve your relationship with time.
and much more gems are hidden in this book.
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Zero Point Field
5.0 out of 5 stars It's simply terrific.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 17, 2023
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This has to be the best personal development book I have ever read, and I have read many. Its light-hearted and profound at the same time. One phrase I have used often, but only in times of great sadness, is “This too shall pass”, but I have always understood that the door swings both ways. Good times, as well as bad times, pass. Its all about time and waiting.
The title resonated with me first “I just can’t wait to be patient”, I have always joked that if I were to be executed in the morning, I would ask for an alarm clock call”. I’m always rushing to get to the next thing, place, project. The author, Dr Rob Bell asserts that time is our most precious resource and that we must understand our relationship with time before we can learn to be patient.
I never had the patience to save, and I know what compounding is. Reading this book almost made me mad. I could have had a different life if I understood the relationship between patience and time. I found the idea of looking at time as a percentage of your life span so interesting. Procrastination is prevalent when you are a certain age and you believe you have all the time in the world. He discussed how we use the time allotted like when you are given 5 minutes or 25 minutes to complete a task, we will fill the space allotted. “In regard to time, performance, and productivity, a simple quote emerged from Parkinson’s Law that indirectly addressed important urgencies. “Work expands to fill the available time for its completion.”

The author talks about “urgent toward the important". “Important urgencies” are when we act with a sense of urgency toward the important. "It means acting with clarity of purpose and clear direction on the important tasks”. But most of us get distracted, and we are urgent toward all the distractions, answering emails, social media streams, and going to meetings (I always knew that was the best way to avoid work). etc. The book tells us we need to know how to act and when to be patient, and how developing patience by understanding our relationship with time can transform so many areas of our lives.
The book is filled with stories and examples of how greatness comes from patience. The review of this book could be pages long, but I know I won’t do it justice. Buy the book. You won’t regret it. I’m going to read it again.
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