Customer Reviews

Chicken Soup for the Unsinkable Soul: Stories of Triumph and Overcoming Life's Obstacles

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I bought this book for my son Ted who is in jail. I was looking for a book that would inspire him and tell him stories of other people who have overcome great hardships in life. My son said the book moved him deeply and brought tears to his eyes several times.

Ted is a drug addict, suffers from serious depression and broke several laws. He was eventually jailed for his crimes. I believe that he has much potential but he made many unwise decisions and jail is the appropriate place for him to take his punishment.When he leaves jail he will then go to in-patient treatment for his drug problem. He will need all the strength and courage he can find. I want Ted to understand that he has the opportunity to change his life, that other people have overcome greater problems than he faces and I hoped this book would help. I think it did just that.

If you know someone who is not making wise decisions, who feels life is unfair and needs the courage to take control of the their life--then this is the book for them. Buy it and give it to them. Who know, maybe you will help someone change their life.

I have just finished reading it, my first Chicken Soup book too, and enjoyed most of the stories. One of the stories stood out. It was about a young girl, Arlyn, titled Wind Beneath My Wings, written by her mother after her Arlyn's death. In this busy, hectic world, we get so busy, it was a good reminder for me to listen more carefully to my own daughter. At the end of the book the author's mailing and email addresses were listed - I think that is an extra bonus! I would recommend the book, and this story, for anyone who has a child.

A wonderful collection of insightful and inspiring short stories from a variety of authors. Each and every story is filled with thoughtful inspiration and sharing.

Sometimes I just have a few minutes to read a quick story and this is a great title to do that with. The stories are varied but the common theme is the strength of the human spirit.

I also fully enjoyed the unique bio pages on all the contributors. Well done and easy to read!

I love short stories because I can read them before I go to sleep without losing a story line. After a helping of Chicken Soup for the Unsinkable Soul, I know I will go to sleep with good thoughts and hope and no fear of bad dreams. My favorite story is toward the end of the book, "Hussy Sunsets". My thanks go to Jack Canfield, et all for bringing joy and humor to my nightstand.

I purchased this book for my mom a couple of Christmases ago. I did so because she was having a difficult time dealing with her mother's illness.

My mom is reading this book a second time, she says she finds it to be so very uplifting. She'll read one or two stories at a time, every now and then, and it can help her when she's feeling down.

She says the stories are well written, and short enough to just pick up the book and read for a few minutes, or read for an hour if you like. They really are inspirational to her, and still to this day, as family illnesses have grown and she's got a lot to deal with on a daily basis.

It is just a little something for her to help, and I'd recommend it to anyone who needs some uplifting words. It makes a great gift for someone who is grieving, or dealing with a situation that often makes them feel alone or helpless.

I love all the chicken soup for the soul books. It is such a great idea to put together inspirational stories which stand alone without a lot of filler. This book in particular helped me to get through difficult times in my life by learning about other people who had survived their own challenges. I loved the first story which talks about trees growing stronger by struggling through the rough weather. It is a metaphor I think of often.

I bought this for my sister who relocated to Kansas and is having a tough time in her life; She is one who doesn't like books and never picks up a book; however she LOVES this book! the short stories filled with courage, love and inspiration help her get through this chapter in her life.

A reminder that others have made their way, and we can too.

My friend gave me this book a few years ago, when I was going through a rough time.
I give it 4 stars, because it is not as great as previous Chicken Soup books. But the stories are still very inspiring.
Each story is more emotional & moving than the next. Lots of tears were shed, as I read these stories. It makes you realize that your problems aren't so bad & there are a lot of people who have it worse off than you. You must keep a positive attitude & remember that 'life goes on.'
If you are looking to put your problems into perspective & see the big picture, then this book is for you.

these book is a good book to read when you feel that life is not good with you and when you face alot of problems in it . it really help me in my school and family life.