Follow The Yellow Brick Road -- the book by Sam Alibrando, Ph.D.

Thoughts from the Author

I believe that Dorothy represents both you and me. She is Every Man. Like every “hero” she is an ordinary person who takes an extraordinary journey.
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“Your book, Follow the Yellow Brick Road, is a wonderful metaphor for understanding our lives and our relationships. I would recommend it to anyone as a tool for personal or corporate growth.”

Dan Maltby, Ph.D., Director of the M.A. Degree Program
in Organizational Leadership, Biola University.

“Personal growth is one of the most important tasks we can undertake in life. Dr. Alibrando’s skillful use of the beloved Wizard of Oz tale as a paradigm helps instruct and guide us toward growth and change, in a warm and safe way. Change and transformation are understandable and attainable, as the book teaches us.

Dr. John Townsend, radio talk-show host and
best-selling author, including Boundaries

“Dr. Alibrando has written an important book. He helps us to discover ourselves in the familiar Tin Man, Scarecrow or Lion. His intuitive understanding of the mind answers questions we don't even know to ask.”

Steve Julian, Public Radio Journalist and Host

“In the creative use of a much beloved children’s story, Dr. Alibrando opens up a whole new way of understanding interpersonal relationships. The allegorical use of Dorothy’s three companions is both moving and motivating. Being successful in interpersonal relationships is becoming increasingly challenging in this age of disconnection, so I find the book both inspiring and illuminating –a sort of ‘Pilgrim’s Progress’ for those who struggle to build meaningful relationships.”

Archibald D. Hart, Ph.D., FPPR. Dean Emeritus, Graduate School of Psychology,

Fuller Theological Seminary, and author of Unmasking Male Depression.

"I usually do not sell anything in this newsletter but I must make you aware of a new book that has just come out by Dr. Sam Alibrando, a licensed clinical psychologist, titled, “Follow The Yellow Brick Road: How to change for the better when life gives you its worst.” This book gets right to the heart of change and how to do it. Its analogy to the story we all know, ‘The Wizard of Oz’, is pure genius. I think you will all relate to the analogy because we know the story so well. If not, rent it and watch it again as a refresher course in life skills."

Dennis Buckley, DC

President of “The Performance Advantage”

"I just wanted you to know that I really enjoyed your book!! I have found sooooooooooo many things to make notes on, and many things that will help me in coaching my distributor team, and lots of personal support too. What a wonderful and useful book, I wanted to keep reading and enjoying all the thought-provoking and inspiring messages. I have always loved the metaphors in The Wizard of Oz story, and you are bringing to light even more! Thanks for the fun journey!!"

Paulette Suzanne, BA, CNC, Whole Person Health Services and National Marketing Director for Juice Plus+.

"I want to thank you for alerting me to your recent publication. I found your book smart, insightful and helpful both on a personal level and professionally. I would be glad to discuss … how useful it can be for divorce clients who are facing life’s ultimate tornado, and find themselves in the Land of Oz. I intend to purchase several copies for colleagues, clients and friends."

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“Dr. Alibrando leads us on a fantastic inner journey through our personal Land of Oz, using The Scarecrow, The Tin Man, and The Lion to represent three facets of our inner character. He deftly informs us about ourselves, explaining the five practices necessary for people to change.”

Diane Tegarden, Author Getting Out of Limbo: A Self-Help Divorce Book for Women

“Through the use of this classic allegory, Dr. Alibrando explores the many facets of the human personality and proposes a clear and practical model for change. Accessible and reassuring, Follow the Yellow Brick Road provides valuable tools for self-assessment, understanding and positive growth.”

Marion MacKenzie Pyle
Writer, Producer and Cable TV Host

“Who doesn't yearn to discover ‘somewhere over the rainbow?’ In his intriguing and insightful book, Sam Alibrando cleverly brings psychological concepts together with metaphors from the Land of Oz, giving the reader courage to stay on the path and follow their unique Yellow Brick Road journey that leads to enlightening truth, significant change and personal growth.”

Judy Balswick, Ph.D., author of The Family, Authentic
Sexuality and Relationship Empowering Parenting.

“Dr. Alibrando’s unique use of characters from a renowned children’s story provides simple, yet effective insights into how we … react to the world around us, and sets the stage for effective change and success in accomplishing the goals we’ve set for ourselves.”
Robin Cornwall, Business Analyst,
USC Business Expansion Network"

You can't fix what you don't understand. Dr. Alibrando elegantly takes the reader on a journey of life's problems and possibilities. He has presented timeless concepts for a life well lived. Follow the Yellow Brick Road is a beautiful piece of work and has made a contribution to all of us who care about human development. It was a pleasure to read.

Pat Murray, President of J. P. Murray and Assocs.
(Leadership and Team Strategies Expert)