Years of pleasure

Would you consider the audio edition of The Road Less Traveled to be better than the print version?

I can't say that one is better than the other they both have their advantages, they both offer understanding and comfort in a crazy world. i like audio books at night when my eyes are too tired to read but love to dip into actual books when inspired at any other time of the day

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Road Less Traveled?

There are too many to even begin to describe, it just makes so much sense of the world and of us as people. If you believe in traditional values and are awakened or awakening to the unseen aspects of life (i.e your spiritual path) you will find a great deal to feed your soul here

Have you listened to any of M. Scott Peck’s other performances? How does this one compare?

Further down the road less traveled, the follow on book from this is very similar and as the title says, 'Further down the road less traveled'

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

Yes, its hard to stop once you start, I have read the book over and over, sometimes in one day, it has a healing calmness to it, its sensible, there are no 'far out concepts' to grasp. It makes sense

Any additional comments?

I have bought this a few times as presents for the people I love in my life, the last time to my 25 year old son who loved it as much as I do. I can't recommend this book highly enough

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Road travelled too often

I re-trod this road because someone was looking for an entry into the world of psychology and I couldn't think of anything better, simpler or more common sense-filled. It was a mistake, as it is now very dated indeed, and after having heard Peck reading his own work, I found I didn't like him very much - rather pompous and distant. Shame - I think it gave a lot of people the chance to really think about their lives, relationships, and ways of functioning which they had never considered before. Its enormous success as a publication did not do him any favours, judging by what he wrote next and further on.

The problem is that people do not recognise their own narcissism, and mistake it for confidence or even talent. One can 'know' psychology as a science and source of information without knowing anything about actual human beings. That has to be experienced, and narcissism enables us to avoid the very suffering which makes human beings of us all.

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Enlightenment?

I bought the book years ago and some how I had just never got round to reading it. I saw it on Audible and bought it for my walk to work.

Some of the ideas contained are quite thought provoking and while I am not sure agree with it all, it has made me think a little more about certain aspects of my life.

The ideas and tools like delaying gratification that are contained in the book are 'basic' they are not always easy to apply.

Overall a great book that bas helped me to ask some serious questions of myself... only time will tell if these lead to any significant personal growth.

As a side note, the audio version has made me pick up the book in the hope of being able to find some additional levels and meaning within the work.

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revelations abound

What did you like most about The Road Less Traveled?

I first read the road less travelled 20 years ago I was astounded by its simplicity in conveying the complexity of mental and emotional existence. Reading it again was like meeting up with a dear old friend
Comforting, familiar yet learning new revelations.

If you’ve listened to books by M. Scott Peck before, how does this one compare?

I read the book originally but to hear the message from the messenger himself really brought it to life.

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one of best narrated audiobooks I have listened to

loved it first audiobook I have finished in a long time. Scott doesn't hold back and says it as it is although we may not always want to hear the truth that we are responsible no one else can solve our problems and there are no quick fixes which alot of modern self help books claim

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Excellent book about our journey thorough life.

A great insight into life's journey , the hurdles we come across and difficulties with our emotions. A brilliant book to listen to when my depression is bad and I need a life check for reassurance.

Highly recommended

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Useful tool using great stories but gets all religious near the end

Listening to this you get an insight into yourselves and your reactions to things.
It's a bit dated therefore gender stereotypes abound as do US centric bias on some of the case studies.
Also all the religious nonsense at the end detracts from its value to secular/atheist/humanist listeners
However all in all a very useful tool.

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disappointing

honestly are you looking for a more peaceful and happy life? then read eckhart tolle the power of now or a new earth. there is some interesting sections and ideas in this book however it is not life changing.
Im afraid this falls short as a spiritual text. I agree it is very dated and there are no comforting words here.

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I will be reading this again!

This book was recommended to me by a friend. I found it very easy to understand and it helped me to consider some of my thoughts and behaviours. I don't think I've got everything from it yet so I'll definitely be reading it again.

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a must read!

unless you are God, you need to read this book. dont go back to sleep!

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