Fear is defined here as "false learning appearing real." Well, sometimes fear is a darn good warning signal. The author once walked on a bed of hot coals to help himself master fear, but listeners aren't expected to follow suit. Mapes presents many suggestions for self-improvement. He recommends visualizing one's goals until they become deep, powerful, subconscious guides. He also points out the benefits of identifying one's core values and then making definite plans that mirror those values.Mapes also has many other ideas and provides list after list of positive actions, sometimes with little explanation. All in all, however, this work is above average as a self-help guide, and those interested may find it relevant to their personal and work lives. For self-help collections.?Mark Guyer, Stark Cty. Dist. Lib., Canton, Ohio