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#1 Bestselling book, Mindfulness Without the Bells and Beads, "...artfully dissects the battle we all wage against our inner critic and provides the tactics and strategies to win the war of self-mastery." — Robert Greene. 

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About Clif

Clif Smith is a US Army veteran, former diplomat and intelligence officer, and is an internationally recognized leader for bringing mindfulness into the corporate world. Clif brings his story and over 25 years of experience leading through high-pressure situations into his teachings and demonstrates the value of adopting mindfulness as a fundamental part of our personal and professional lives.

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“Clif’s superb approach to training the mind for peak performance without sacrificing well-being is a breath of fresh air. That he has been able to help tens of thousands of leaders make time for self-care and realize it’s a requirement for high performance is a testament to the power of his work. It’s an inspirational story that comes with a guide to training the mind for resilience and personal excellence, helping us tap into our deeper resources, and not just excel and overcome obstacles but be transformed by them.”
Arianna HuffingtonFounder & CEO of Thrive Global and bestselling author of Thrive and The Sleep Revolution

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“Superbly written and profound. Simply the most accessible and compelling guide to reaping the benefits of mindfulness in the modern world. Clif’s authenticity shines through as we learn the true power of a trained mind and that high-performance does not need to come at the expense of personal well-being.”
Doro Bush KochFounding Partner of BB&R Wellness Consulting and New York Times best-selling Author of My Father, My President: A Personal Account of the Life of George H.W. Bush.

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“In this book, the author artfully dissects the battle we all wage against our inner critic and provides the tactics and strategies to win the war of self-mastery.”
Robert GreeneNew York Times bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, and Mastery.

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“In this book, Clif has created an accessible guide to for professionals seeking to connect their approach to life and work, with balance, high-performance and ongoing growth. ”
Brooke FinlaysonChief Learning Officer, Mondelez International

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“Whether you are experienced in mindfulness, or just starting out, this book will help you achieve excellence. This is a must read for anyone who wants an easy-to-digest, yet powerful way to take their game to the next level through the practice of mindfulness. ”
Mark A CampbellFounder, Campbell Performance Systems & Director of Mental Conditioning, Washington Nationals Baseball Club

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