3.66 AVERAGE

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I read this once in 5 nights, then the next time I read it, it took a while and then I took a break in the middle of reading. still pretty good tho.
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10 stars

This is an absolute MUST READ!!!
It definitely went on the list of recommend to everyone, must read once in a life time books.

This book truly changed my life for the better.

I loved the format as a dialogue between a philosopher and a youth where the youth is basically all of us, arguing every single point and brining all those points in the hope of destroying the philosophers points of view. And yet, the philosopher succeeds not only to give extremely well rounded answers, but ones that pretty much convey the youth's point of view or, at the very least, offer a new perspective on what seemed up to that point "set in stone" opinions.

I can honestly say my life is different after reading this book. Although not everything was news to me, there were definitely things that absolutely destroyed some of my old concepts and opened my eyes to new ideas.
I feel I have a new feeling of freedom, new tools that will allow me to live a happier, more content life.
And THAT is a huge win.

I also feel utterly blessed to have read it and I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone.

A very special "Thank you" is needed to youtuber Jillz Guerin who has mentioned yesterday this book in her video.

parcoeur's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH: 45%

The pace was too slow, and the dialogue between the student and philosopher are frustrating to listen to.
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Definitely had to get used to the formatting but I think it helped me grasp the concepts of Adler psychology way faster and with more understanding. The book (conversation?) offers a lot of examples and explanations through real life experiences. It definitely makes me think a lot about reasons I have for doing or not doing things as well as understanding how to have more control of my own life.
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