Therapists do not and cannot give answers. Explore the true nature of the therapeutic relationship, and realize that the guru is no Buddha. He is just another human struggling. Understanding the shape of your own personal ills, will lead you on your journey to recovery. Sheldon Kopp has a realistic approach to altering one's destiny and accepting the responsibility that grows with freedom.
If You Meet the Buddha on the Road, Kill Him
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199 of 208 people found the following review helpful
By Quaker Annie
Format:Mass Market Paperback
This book is a wonderful read for anyone who wonders, worries or agonizes about the meaning of life, and whether they're doing it "right." Psychotherapist Kopp wrote this book in 1972, but it still works today.
Whether giving or receiving therapy, this book reminds us that we are all humans -- nobody has all the answers. The eschatological laundry list (which I've seen roaming around the web, but never attributed to Kopp) has become a classic.
1. This is it! 2. There are no hidden meanings
3. You can't get there from here, and besides, there's no place else to go
4. We are all already dying and we'll be dead for a long time.
5. Nothing lasts!
6. There is no way of getting all you want.
7. You can't have anything unless you let go of it.
8. You only get to keep what you give away.
9. There is no particular reason why you lost out on some things.
10. The world is not necessarily just. Being good often does not pay off and there is no compensation for misfortune.
11. You have the responsibility to do your best nonetheless.
12. It is a random universe to which we bring meaning.
13. You don't really control anything.
14. You can't make someone love you.
I'll stop there -- there's more in the book, and if you find the list discouraging, you need to read the book. If you find the words encouraging, you need to read the book. Add it to your list of books to give friends who are feeling glum and hopeless.
Use it as a group discussion book!
After reading this (at different stages in my life), I still find it centering and soothing. A good addition to the self-help library, along with The Road Less Traveled.
66 of 72 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
It is easy for anyone to believe that it is always that other person - that one who knows something that we don't know; has something that we have given up on obtaining; or, looks like what we think is the best.
Killing the Buddha is looking deeply within ourselves, accepting our limitations, our attributes, and everything in between. We are the experts in the journey of our own lives. No one else is.
31 of 32 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Mass Market Paperback
The subtitle, "The Pilgramage of Psychotherapy Patients," belies the essence of this highly literate hymn to authenticity and self-governance: each of us must look within to find our own answers. Drawing from the Bible, the I Ching, Siddhartha, Jung and too many others to name, the author urges that living fully requires us to let go of concepts of fairness, perfection and control and embrace the uncertainty and ambiguity of our journey. A liberating, thought provoking paean to autonomy, self acceptance and personal growth. Life Changing!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
A very interesting read
I was very pleased with a book that delt with Psy Counseling and a Zen approach. It discussed the methods that I utilize in my practice.
Published 23 days ago by Chaim D. Larsen
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not what i expected
Struggled through first half and gave up. Not replete with wisdom or insights for a mental health counselor although I imagine a literacist would find this wonderful.
Published 25 days ago by Russell Sabella
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good Book
It is a little weird, but what I expected. I will have others read it at some time. This is rediculous to have a minimum number of words required.
Never again!
Never again!
Published 2 months ago by Paul L. Thrash-
5.0 out of 5 stars
just a great book
its so important to recognize that you are just witness to someone else and their process, and this book does a great job at helping anyone in the field of recognizing their part... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Erica C
5.0 out of 5 stars
Eye opening read
Using classic tales the author touches upon the similarities of all life's pilgrimages. This book definitely encourages the reader and every man or woman to think for... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jonathan
3.0 out of 5 stars
It's okay!
They said the book was in good condition. But never said it had not jacket.
I would recommend the book, but makes sure you get what you wanted.
I would recommend the book, but makes sure you get what you wanted.
Published 3 months ago by Audrey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very enjoyable read
This author's writing style proved difficult (for me) to read quickly at first however once I got accustomed to the way he structured sentences I was on my way to one of the better... Read more
Published 3 months ago by kjo6141
2.0 out of 5 stars
A dated, introspective, and irrelevant narrative.
There are works that are timeless and apply to any generation or society. This is not one of them. It certainly cites timeless works ad nauseam, but offers nothing new or... Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. M. Hodges
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Book!
This book has been a great help to me in my spiritual/personal/emotional/whatever you want to call it journey. Read more
Published 4 months ago by James
5.0 out of 5 stars
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Published 4 months ago by James N. Tanner
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