Richard H. Cox Bücher

As a husband, parent, teacher, and performer I found many expressions of all the aspects of our musical art, as well as so many connections to the entire world of our musical art, as well as so many connections to the entire world of our existence, in Dr. Cox's book. I found these expressions to be very consistent with the approach that I myself, as well as so many of my world-class colleagues, have found to be our life stories. Thank you. --Adolf S. Herseth Principal Trumpet Emeritus Chicago Symphony Orchestra Managing Your Head and Body So You Can Become a Good Musician tackles one of the fundamental dimensions of successful musical performance. Aspiring musicians need to know that mastering their instrument is only one element of their preparation for musical success. This book will help them begin to address the physical and psychological issues of performance so they can get to the heart of the issue--how to truly communicate with an audience. --Jacqueline Helin Steinway and Sons Artist

Dr. Richard Cox offers readers insights into his distinctive approach to public speaking, drawing from his diverse experiences as a physician, psychologist, businessman, educator, clergyman, and musician. His techniques, honed over a multifaceted career, provide valuable tools for effective communication and engagement in various contexts.

The book aims to challenge conventional views in both religion and psychology, encouraging readers to reflect deeply and take meaningful action. It emphasizes the importance of being prepared to articulate one's beliefs with kindness and respect, drawing inspiration from biblical teachings. Through its provocative content, it seeks to inspire dialogue and foster a deeper understanding of the intersection between faith and mental health practices.

Offering a refreshing perspective in spiritual literature, Richard Cox's work invites readers into a remarkable journey that leaves them yearning for more by the end. With its engaging narrative, the book stands out as a genuine oasis amid less authentic offerings. It promises a profound experience that resonates across various seasons of life, making it a timeless read for anyone seeking deeper spiritual engagement.

Exploring the intersection of neuroscience and preaching, Richard Cox emphasizes how understanding brain function can enhance the effectiveness of sermons. He presents the sermon as a powerful cognitive experience, detailing how brain stimuli play a vital role in providing comfort and inspiring moral actions in congregations. By integrating insights from psychology and medicine, Cox offers a unique perspective on improving pastoral communication and engagement.

William Cox (17641837) was a soldier, road builder, and pioneering pastoralist in the colony of New South Wales. He made his name building the road across the Blue Mountains in 1814. In just over six months, his team of 30 convicts hacked out 163 kilometres of road through appalling terrain, without serious accident. As such he is part of early Australian history. But whilst his sympathetic treatment of convicts contributed to this success, as Paymaster of the New South Wales Corps he had earlier used the regimental funds to buy his first farms resulting in dismissal from the army. As a pastoralist Cox helped carry through the improvements which gave Australia its first significant wool exports. As a liberal thinker he was both a co-founder of the first Agricultural Society and championed emancipists having citizens rights. In the first book-length biography of William Cox, Richard Cox a descendant gives the details of Coxs life, from early scandal through to success in several fields, and redeems the career of one of the pioneers of colonial Australia.