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Pointless & Rambling

Revisado: 01-06-20

I hate to give this bad of a review, but this one deserves it. Performance is fine, but book lacks any real depth or thought. The teaching example in the book is disconnected from the title, despite the author's efforts to convince us otherwise. I will not be buying anymore books from this author.

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Lost me at the fake surgeries.

Revisado: 02-01-19

There is no place for being conned by these guys with our current level of knowledge. We left the stone ages long ago.

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Many Books in One

Revisado: 10-13-15

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This is a very long and detailed book that is more about the world during Dorthea Lange's time than it is about Lange. With this said, it is eye opening, and provides some incredible insight into American History. I felt as though I received three books for the price of one. I am grateful to the writer for all the research as well as the narrator for the reading. Books of this magnitude, are not easy to read. Yes, there are mistakes in the narration, but this was not easy ground to cover. To sum everything up, if you like to hear the untold story of America's history during the depression as told through a photographer's life don't hesitate read this book.

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Well Written and Well Thought Out

Revisado: 05-06-15

Would you listen to 10% Happier again? Why?

Yes, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the book. Dan gives us a concrete, "do as I do" example of how to tame those negative thoughts while improving your edge. I did not think this was possible as every time I tame those voices I always loose my edge. I then have to go back and embrace those insecurities to keep my career going. Not a fun place to be. Dan, thanks for providing a path out.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Loved the auto-biography element. Love the stories about the news room!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No. It took about a week off and on. I will listen many more times as I did not catch all the finer points.

Any additional comments?

One of the best self help books I have ever read. It is not preachy and offers very practical wisdom. Also, appreciated the tongue in check humor. Provided several great laughs.

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Words to Live By -- A Must Read

Revisado: 09-05-14

What made the experience of listening to You are a Badass the most enjoyable?

Has some great insights in how to live life to the fullest! I have listened to this book multiple times. Each time I find something new. Also, I think you experience the book in different ways depending on what is happening in your life. It is like looking at a mountain at different times of the day and night. Same mountain but each time the experience is different.

What did you like best about this story?

Covers all the bases for living a full life!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The Chapter on Forgiveness

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The Real Truth About Why We are Getting Fat

Revisado: 03-03-13

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Excellent Research. Gets to the bottom of why we are getting fat. Deserves 5 starts. It is not however, a quick weight loss plan. The book gives you a new way to start thinking about food. On this new path the weight loss will come.

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Best Work Ever by Stephen King

Revisado: 04-02-12

Would you consider the audio edition of 11-22-63 to be better than the print version?

The voice performance was fantastic. Craig hit the ball out of the park!

What did you like best about this story?

History/Suspense

What does Craig Wasson bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

His emotion and tonal changes, make the story come alive.

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Just Another Reason to Feel Bad About Yourself

Revisado: 01-09-12

What would have made Talent Is Overrated better?

The author ignores countless studies that have been done on talent. The studies clearly indicate that there is a strong genetic bias towards being better at some things than others. For someone who is discussing the merits of hard work, I think he should have done a better job on his home work. Furthermore, to say talent has a minimal role, if any, in our development, simply ignores the diversity that makes us all unique. Does the author have children? Does he not see the vast differences between them? Does he not see the talents that exists within each child? The author's premise that all it takes is hard work is just another excuse for people to feel bad about themselves. For example, there is an implied if you play golf for 20 years, you can be Tiger. My bother in law has played golf for 30 years and has done so with great vigor. Although he has a great handicap, he is no Tiger. Again this is an area with lots of scientific studies, that the author has chose to ignore. Also, has the author taken into account the effects on one's personal life, when a goal is pursued at the expense of all others? Tiger and Michael Jackson are two excellent examples. Neither had an adolescence/childhood. Look how they turned out. The reality is that becoming a self-actualize, productive member of society is probably the greatest definition of success. Good luck to all.

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