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3.8 AVERAGE
3.8 AVERAGE
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
informative
medium-paced
I liked the parts that were about running.
"Focus: the ability to concentrate all your limited talents on whatever is critical at the moment. Without that, you can't accomplish anything of value...you'll be able to compensate for an erratic talent or a shortage of it."
Is running your thing? Maybe not. Is the book What I Talk About When I Talk About Running by Haruki Murakami for everyone? Yes, why not? In this autobiographical work, Murakami opens a window into who he is as a human being, runner and writer, the importance of struggle and pain, and the gift of giving it your best shot. In no way does he try to convince you on taking on running; instead, by writing about his life and experience as a runner, he indirectly invites us to look within, embrace who we are, and relentlessly strive for being healthy, inside and out.
Here are some ideas worth sharing from this book:
1. Because we're different, we're unique. Our emotional challenges are the price we pay to become who we become. No other way. Love yourself!
2. If you are happy and you know it, run. If you're angry, run. Sad? Run it. Just run. Running is a healthy way to clear your mind and feel stronger. If for you running doesn't do it, fine. Find something else then, but stay as healthy as possible (in and out).
3. Running is not a matter of will. "The world is not that simple." Murakami runs because it suits him. I run and swim because it suits me. I enjoy my solitude. What suits you?
4. Are there days you don't feel like exercising? Of course! The secret is: you think hard and find excuses to go and do it, not excuses not to.
5. Running is not about living longer, but living to the fullest.
6. Running helps you focus. With limited talent, training hard on something, anything, teaches you to focus. It is in this way that you'll accomplish your goals. He runs so he can focus on his writing. I run as therapy, a way to boost endorphins, feel accomplished, alive. What helps you focus?
Do I recommend this book? Yes. To whom? To those interested in learning how, by quietly creating a personal habit, a life can be shaped forever. No one needs to understand or compromise but you. It's always up to us.
Is running your thing? Maybe not. Is the book What I Talk About When I Talk About Running by Haruki Murakami for everyone? Yes, why not? In this autobiographical work, Murakami opens a window into who he is as a human being, runner and writer, the importance of struggle and pain, and the gift of giving it your best shot. In no way does he try to convince you on taking on running; instead, by writing about his life and experience as a runner, he indirectly invites us to look within, embrace who we are, and relentlessly strive for being healthy, inside and out.
Here are some ideas worth sharing from this book:
1. Because we're different, we're unique. Our emotional challenges are the price we pay to become who we become. No other way. Love yourself!
2. If you are happy and you know it, run. If you're angry, run. Sad? Run it. Just run. Running is a healthy way to clear your mind and feel stronger. If for you running doesn't do it, fine. Find something else then, but stay as healthy as possible (in and out).
3. Running is not a matter of will. "The world is not that simple." Murakami runs because it suits him. I run and swim because it suits me. I enjoy my solitude. What suits you?
4. Are there days you don't feel like exercising? Of course! The secret is: you think hard and find excuses to go and do it, not excuses not to.
5. Running is not about living longer, but living to the fullest.
6. Running helps you focus. With limited talent, training hard on something, anything, teaches you to focus. It is in this way that you'll accomplish your goals. He runs so he can focus on his writing. I run as therapy, a way to boost endorphins, feel accomplished, alive. What helps you focus?
Do I recommend this book? Yes. To whom? To those interested in learning how, by quietly creating a personal habit, a life can be shaped forever. No one needs to understand or compromise but you. It's always up to us.
informative
reflective
adventurous
informative
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
I listened to this as an audiobook while running. I picked up the book looking to think more about the parallels between running and writing, since I do both. It was okay, but the narration style just wasn’t my preference.
If I hadn't come across a couple of TRULY inappropriate remarks about women and climate change, I would have given it 5 stars.