From Library Journal
Using as analogy the scientific principle that energy follows the path of least resistance, the founder of the DMA seminars attempts an easily assimilated self-help book--a substantial revision of his 1984 best seller. He argues that just as wind moves around natural obstructions, seeking the path of least resistance, so do we attempt to move around the structures of our lives--getting by with as few hassles as possible. Fritz's advice is to modify the structures, enabling the creative energy within to flourish instead of dissipate. Initially, his focus is clear; but numerous citings of well-known psychologists and famous movers and shakers (Einstein, Henry Moore, etc.) grow tiresome as Fritz drones on, losing us in excess verbiage. Some valuable sections, but most will find this tedious. Not recommended.- Kevin M. Roddy, Oakland P.L., Cal.Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc.


Book Description
A revolutionary program for creating anything, from a functional kitchen to a computer program, to a work of art, Robert Fritz demonstrates that any of us has the innate power to create. Discover the steps of creating; the importance of creating what you truly love, how to focus on the creative process to move from where you are to where you want to be, and much more.



From the Publisher
I first became acquainted with this excellent book just about 10 years ago and its fresh approach to catalyzing creativity in step-by-step processes is still helpful and insightful. Fritz's psychological approach to his subject is particularly interesting and helpful in the way he quantifies and makes concrete the different "technologies for creating" he explains.
Leslie Meredith
Executive Editor & Divisional Vice President
Ballantine Wellspring


From the Inside Flap
A revolutionary program for creating anything, from a functional kitchen to a computer program, to a work of art, Robert Fritz demonstrates that any of us has the innate power to create. Discover the steps of creating; the importance of creating what you truly love, how to focus on the creative process to move from where you are to where you want to be, and much more.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

A revolutionary program for creating anything, from a functional kitchen to a computer program, to a work of art, Robert Fritz demonstrates that any of us has the innate power to create. Discover the steps of creating; the importance of creating what you truly love, how to focus on the creative process to move from where you are to where you want to be, and much more.

FROM THE CRITICS

Larry Wilson

'This book is about courage and creativity. We all need to know more about using our courage to get off the habitual paths of our past and on to creating new paths for our future. Robert Fritz's book tells us how to do it." - Larry Wilson, Chairman and CEO, Pecos River Learning Centers, Inc.

Peter Senge

"Robert Fritz brings a rare combination of artistic training, intellectual rigor, and breadth of experience to the subject of enhancing our capacities for creating meaningful lives. The principles and approach in The Path of Least Resistance have become a cornerstone in my work to help leaders and managers deal productively with complexity and change." - Dr. Peter Senge, Director, Programs for Systems Thinking and Organizational Learning at MIT

Willis Harmon

"The Path of Least Resistance is a thoroughly tested tool for creating. It is profound in it's implications, yet easily understood; powerful in application, yet entertaining to read." - Willis Harmon, Author of Global Mind Change, President of Institute of Noetic Sciences

W. Mathew Juechter

"This book may be to the practice of creativity what Peter Drucker's books are to the practice of management. Robert Fritz clarifies the process of creativity and shows that it is available to everyone." - W. Mathew Juechter, Chairman, IRA, Inc.

Library Journal