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  • Chop Wood Carry Water

  • How to Fall in Love with the Process of Becoming Great
  • Written by: Joshua Medcalf
  • Narrated by: Joshua Medcalf
  • Length: 2 hrs and 27 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (184 ratings)

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Chop Wood Carry Water

Written by: Joshua Medcalf
Narrated by: Joshua Medcalf
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Publisher's Summary

Chop Wood Carry Water is the story of one boy's journey to achieve his lifelong dream of becoming a samurai warrior. Guided by "Akira-sensei", John comes to realize the greatest adversity on his journey will be the challenge of defeating the man in the mirror.

This powerful story brings the train-to-be-clutch curriculum to life in a powerful and memorable way.

Some things you will learn....

  • No matter how it feels, you are always building your own house.
  • How and why you must surrender the outcome in order to be at your best.
  • Why you never want to have your identity wrapped up in what you do.
  • Why your strength lies in faithfulness to the little things.
  • How to develop a heart posture of gratitude.
  • How to use the biggest challenges as a training ground for greatness.
  • Why the process is more important than the goal.
  • Why comparison is the thief of all joy.
  • How to develop a growth mindset.
  • Why talent is more of a curse than a blessing.

©2015 Joshua Medcalf (P)2016 Joshua Medcalf

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The one that comes on top of my list

I have a list of books I admire and think they're the best. this book comes on top of that list. there are so many exemples easy to understand that helps understand the journey one could take to improve many areas of their life.
the voice is captivating and easy to follow. I highly recommend this book.

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great book and easy listen

great book and easy listen to.. don't be someone else be yourself and become great by doing a the little things

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This book is amazing

I will 100% be listening to this book again! Joshua did great with the story, lessons and narrating. If you are struggling to find a personal growth book that really helps you then I recommend listening to this one. I learned a lot and thought a lot about the concepts talked about. Loved it.

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Really enjoyed this story

Great story. In terms of growth it’s the same things you already know or things you will here over and over.
I liked the way the story was laid out. Entertaining and kept me engaged.

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Easy to listen to and simple yet powerful.

excellent book that will bring lasting value to my life. I highly recommend it.

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Great book!

This book is amazing for any entrepreneur, business owner, or any achiever looking to reach more.

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Worthwhile

This is not the most revolutionary book of all time. It didn't blow my mind and change my outlook on the world. But it provided some great reminders in simple stories that I can apply to my life. Some things were cringe and broad statements that were generalizations but there were also pieces of information that I found valuable. It was worth the 2.5 hours and one credit.

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Good life lessons and quick read

Bit of a cheesy story but can appreciate the numerous life lessons and personal development paths and shortfalls valid for most people

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Amazing

Joshua certainly aced this one. He has created some fantastic ways to live a great life. Buy this book, it will be a great benefit to you.

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Great book!

So many great lessons in this book. I want to purchase the actual book and use it as a daily devotional type book. At times , I had to pause to allow the lessons to sink into my soul. Definitely Recommend!

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