My New Book

Publication date: July 9th 2024

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My New Book

Publication date: July 9th 2024

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My New Book

Publication date: July 9th 2024

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About Dr David R Hamilton

I'm a writer, columnist, speaker, and author of 12 books.

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My books cover a range of subjects, from kindness, the mind-body connection, self love / self-esteem, to understanding alternative and spiritual practices.

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Name It to Tame It
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Why Expectations Change Experience… and How to Change Yours
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Why Your Brain Loves Stories
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One year. Fifty-two emails. One important lesson.
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13 May
Why Unfinished Tasks Drain Your Energy

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