This book is by the late psychiatrist, M. Scott Peck. If you ask me, everyone should read it.
The book was written in the late 1970's, and has sold millions of copies since then. I had seen it many times over the years, but for some reason, I never read it. Several years ago, I got a copy, but it sat on my bookshelf and collected dust. Finally, I picked it up and read it. It was not really what I had expected. And I am very happy I finally read it. Maybe I just waited until the time was right for me.
All that said, I'm not sure I agreed with the author on every point. He at least suggested that about everyone needed analysis, as in the long process of meeting regularly with a professional for the "talking cure". In fairness, maybe this is better than the "pharmaceutical cure" that seems to be way it usually goes now.
The book is divided into four main sections: Discipline, Love, Growth and Religion, and Grace. The Discipline section is very to the point, and the points are made well, though maybe not all that surprising in themselves. If you think you know what love is, then read the Love section and see if you look at it the same way the author does; chances are this will be a no, but well worth the effort in comparing probably. No matter what your take is on religion/spirituality, the last two sections will likely have something that will at least annoy you, but I say read it anyway, as you'll probably still learn something, if only despite yourself. Yes, it is that kind of book.
I read many things in the book that really spoke to me as an individual and helped me to make sense of some things that I never could quite understand in my own life. Maybe it will for you too; chances are it will. Yes, it is that kind of book as well. But, it might take some effort and real honesty on your part.
I'm pretty sure that anyone reading this book, and who makes the effort to understand what the author is saying, will find at least something that will help them in some way. Probably many things. Yes, it is that kind of book.
If you want to know, you'll have to read it yourself. Yes, it is that kind of book.
The book was written in the late 1970's, and has sold millions of copies since then. I had seen it many times over the years, but for some reason, I never read it. Several years ago, I got a copy, but it sat on my bookshelf and collected dust. Finally, I picked it up and read it. It was not really what I had expected. And I am very happy I finally read it. Maybe I just waited until the time was right for me.
All that said, I'm not sure I agreed with the author on every point. He at least suggested that about everyone needed analysis, as in the long process of meeting regularly with a professional for the "talking cure". In fairness, maybe this is better than the "pharmaceutical cure" that seems to be way it usually goes now.
The book is divided into four main sections: Discipline, Love, Growth and Religion, and Grace. The Discipline section is very to the point, and the points are made well, though maybe not all that surprising in themselves. If you think you know what love is, then read the Love section and see if you look at it the same way the author does; chances are this will be a no, but well worth the effort in comparing probably. No matter what your take is on religion/spirituality, the last two sections will likely have something that will at least annoy you, but I say read it anyway, as you'll probably still learn something, if only despite yourself. Yes, it is that kind of book.
I read many things in the book that really spoke to me as an individual and helped me to make sense of some things that I never could quite understand in my own life. Maybe it will for you too; chances are it will. Yes, it is that kind of book as well. But, it might take some effort and real honesty on your part.
I'm pretty sure that anyone reading this book, and who makes the effort to understand what the author is saying, will find at least something that will help them in some way. Probably many things. Yes, it is that kind of book.
If you want to know, you'll have to read it yourself. Yes, it is that kind of book.
