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thesimplereader's review against another edition
3.0
3⭐️
Had I not already read Effortless by Greg McKeown, I would have found this book much more enlightening. However, I found it recycled much of the same information.
Had I not already read Effortless by Greg McKeown, I would have found this book much more enlightening. However, I found it recycled much of the same information.
lau_ro's review against another edition
While the idea is intriguing, the author makes use of popular and/or historical figures to prove his point without respect to the persons own philosophy or circumstances, to the point it’s uncomfortable to read.
tashaseegmiller's review against another edition
5.0
Listening to this book was one of those situations where I didn't know of a book's existence and then, suddenly, it was everywhere. I'd heard the audiobook was good and found it to be more than that: it's brilliant.
Greg McKeown has great insights on how to negotiate a society and tendency toward a life full of busyness, consistent connectivity, and never-ending interruptions and distractions. It isn't a suggestion that is extreme, though there are points that would be difficult for all of us. Instead, it is about transitioning into a life where what we do, who we interact with, the results of choices we make become intentional and full of purpose.
McKeown is delightful to listen to (cue sucker for a great British accent) and I found that I wanted to listen to it when I only had 30 seconds, one minute, small increments. I already recommended this book to some friends as key moments in the text reminded me of someone, but I feel strongly that it is a book everyone should read/listen to.
Greg McKeown has great insights on how to negotiate a society and tendency toward a life full of busyness, consistent connectivity, and never-ending interruptions and distractions. It isn't a suggestion that is extreme, though there are points that would be difficult for all of us. Instead, it is about transitioning into a life where what we do, who we interact with, the results of choices we make become intentional and full of purpose.
McKeown is delightful to listen to (cue sucker for a great British accent) and I found that I wanted to listen to it when I only had 30 seconds, one minute, small increments. I already recommended this book to some friends as key moments in the text reminded me of someone, but I feel strongly that it is a book everyone should read/listen to.
rebeccasarine's review against another edition
4.0
This book is loaded with great information! I am encouraged to find what is essential for me and take steps to make decisions based on that. I will be referencing again and again to help me implement this idea of essentialism in my life. I read it slow to digest the concept and the ideas. I do struggle with how to apply this to my nursing and shift work lifestyle. But I want the clarity of purpose that he speaks about regarding family life and work.
I also think this book would be a great gift for some people in my life.
I also think this book would be a great gift for some people in my life.
krobus's review against another edition
5.0
i'm so thankful this book came into my life. everyone reading this i implore you to pick it up and read it, too. really sound advice & very thought-provoking. i loved it :)
jackiebookstackie's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
milanstarr's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.5