Review of Four Keys to the Natural Anabolic State

[MMcB]

Thank you for the revelatory review of “Four Keys to the Natural Anabolic State” by William G. Alston.
From the review: ‘ you might believe that things like disasters, war, failure, aging, fear, laziness, disease, and lying could be good and that such things as peace, abundance, exercise, health, spinach, success, and honesty could be bad? Would you be interested in finding out why and how this is possible? ’
I find this to be provocative and interesting. Since an 82 year old with tons of life experience and some evidence to boot, wrote this book, I think it could be very instructive.

[Mradushi Singhal]

Your review has me intrigued—I'm curious about the unconventional ideas this book presents, especially how it challenges common perceptions about stress and mindset. Despite some controversial opinions, it sounds like a thought-provoking read that could inspire real self-reflection and change. I'm definitely considering giving it a try.

[Shanesha Sammerson]

Thank you for sharing such an insightful and balanced review! I appreciate how you highlighted both the strengths and potential drawbacks of *Four Keys to the Natural Anabolic State* by William G. Alston. Your perspective on the book’s ability to provoke thought and inspire change, despite some controversial language, adds depth to the discussion and makes me even more intrigued to explore Alston’s unique approach to mindset and performance.

[Azubuike J Azi]

Congrats on your perfect review. It's insightful and educating, the book itself seems to be a good reading myself found it helpful I can't wait to add it to my shelf. Thanks for your perfect review

[Abraham Ozo]

William G. Alston's Four Keys to the Natural Anabolic State challenges conventional views on stress and health, suggesting that perceptions shape reality. Engaging yet controversial in tone.

[Shewaofafrica]

Alston's Four Keys to the Natural Anabolic State presents a provocative argument that stress and adversity can be beneficial, while peace and success might be detrimental. Insightful, though politically divisive.

[brian c kigen]

What a review!
I enjoyed reading through it and learnt that the book talks about how we perceive the stress. The book is a must read for me because in recent times I have faced the challenge of stress management. It shall surely be educative. Congratulations on the BOTD.

[Maggie Mungai]

Re: Review of Four Keys to the Natural Anabolic State.
As I read through the preface, it felt like the author was over promising and over confident on the details of the books but after reading a lot of stress related topics started making sense.
As a chronic worrier, the book resonated with me mainly since I find myself worrying about the little things most of the time. A good example of this is I talk to my mom almost everyday, once in a while I may try to call her and if she can't pick her phone I start playing every scenario in my head of what could have gone wrong. It's something I've been dealing with for a while but the way the author explains it it sounds like there's a solution for that.
Additionally, the author also went ahead to mention the different types of stress and it was clear to me that I worry too much. I felt it mostly when he mentioned that worrying won't stop bad things from happening, we shouldn't feel obligated to worry just because something isn't going well because the truth is that that won't have any effect on whatever is happening. Rather we can pray about it and also take action where necessary and this might help in a way.
As a chronic worrier I found the book insightful and it resonated with me. The author's detailed explanation on the different types of stress and why we worry made me realize that the constant worries has been affecting me by increasing my anxieties. Through the suggested tips and guidance, I'm open to practice every single step and advice that the author suggests to cope up with my worries which in turn leads to anxiety. I can't live like this any more, the constant worries and anxieties.
I'd like to thank the author for taking his time to ensure that the advice given had a thorough research and science behind it.

[Anam Iqbal 1]

This review offers a compelling and thorough analysis of "Four Keys to the Natural Anabolic State" by William G. Alston. The way the reviewer highlights the book's ability to challenge conventional thinking about stress and mindset is intriguing. The mention of the conversational tone and the engaging storytelling elements make it clear that the book is both informative and accessible, which can often be a difficult balance to strike in academic works. However, the review also fairly points out the potential drawbacks, such as the author's provocative language, which could alienate some readers. The reviewer’s acknowledgment of the book's impact, despite these flaws, speaks volumes about its effectiveness in promoting self-reflection and personal growth. Overall, this review makes a strong case for reading the book, particularly for those interested in the intersection of science, mindset, and personal development.

[Samilee]

This is a promising book that puts forward sustainable ideas and strategies for the readers
This is a unique feature of this book because you get physical strength, mental strength, spiritual development and business warfare all rolled into one book, which is beneficial for anyone regardless where they are at in their journey.

It can also be observed that the author has adopted a technique of intertwining the various aspects of health and fitness with aspects of faith to champion for the quest for balance in life. This book makes viewers look beyond the physical appearance as a motivation to work out but instead view fitness as a channel towards the attainment of health and build blocks towards living a meaningful life. This is especially comforting, since the stress in so many of the books on faith provides a far richer , more satisfying motive for readers to improve themselves and get in shape

The positive aspect of this book is that the book provides a lot of tips that can be implemented on a daily basis . The work offers specific and concrete instructions based on the everyday practices for physical fitness, the author also reveals the daily diet, exercises, and important principles regarding mental strength. All of them stem from the belief that holistic health is possible as well as personal health and wellbeing are not only physical but also mental and spiritual.

Faith is then incorporated into this framework with extreme caution and with so much respect to the readers faith that I personally was pleased by the effort. Instead of moralising, the author suggests faith as a positive weapon that helps a person gain his or her sanity, strength, and goal in life. Implementation of this approach makes it possible for the book to be appealing to as many readers as possible irrespective of their ability to embrace religious issues

It is also relevant to mention that the book addresses the necessity to create a competitive advantage of a company. The author explains how one can use his or her health , fitness as well as faith in order to perform better both in the sport fields or in the business world

[Priyankan Nayak]

Congratulations on the BOTD award. The above review is detailed and provided me with an overview of what's inside. The reviewer has highlighted what and how stress impacts our life. I would love to read this novel.

[Pranav Dewangan]

The author’s approach to optimizing mind and body performance through mindset shifts sounds revolutionary. I love how it combines science with practical advice; the conversational tone makes it even more engaging. A thought-provoking read that encourages self-reflection.

[jenny delacruz]

The introduction of your review is truly captivating—it piqued my interest right away. I appreciate you pointing out that while the book is solidly science-based, it's primarily aimed at a Christian audience. That’s a bit of a turn-off for me, as I’m not into books that lean toward a specific religion. If it were more about science and spirituality without focusing on one particular sect, I might have considered it. Still, congratulations to the author for crafting such a thoughtful and well-written book. Thank you for your detailed review.

[Isaac Oh]

In Four Keys to the Natural Anabolic State, Alston explores how mindset affects stress and health, blending science with personal anecdotes. A thought-provoking read marred by political bias.

[Seamstress]

Definitely not my cup of tea, because I am old enough and not nearly too naive to not know that everything is relative and depending on circumstances, bad and good can change their meaning. I don’t need a book to illustrate this and so prefer to skip it. Sorry and congrats!