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My Decision to Live

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Why do some people overcome major adversity, while others are derailed by comparatively minor problems? This intriguing book by Nader Elguindi offers several personal answers.

Faced with a wide variety of stumbling blocks -- the acrimonious divorce of his parents, the kind of local prejudice particularly wounding to a child, the repercussions of a teen-age bad decision, the red tape that delays and finally prohibits his dream career, a volatile business climate -- Nader reveals the honesty, optimism, faith, and cheerfulness which see him through the book's defining moment: the motorcycle accident which results in the amputation of his leg.

His hard-won victory is a must read for all of us who live with the realization that we "never know what will happen" and that we must always be preparing for yet unknown difficulties, while our ability to overcome them must spring in part from our enjoyment of the present.

"My Decision to Live" is an absorbing and insightful personal account of how through goal-based work, one can accomplish great things and overcome substantial obstacles.

The heart of Nader's story concerns the roadblocks placed in his way and the work he's done to accomplish his goals. What struck me most, however, is the importance of simply having goals in the first place, and the added strength which comes from having direction.

I enjoyed and learned from Nader's book, and look forward to his future writing.

Elguindi's book is a testimony of what can be accomplished when one puts their mind to overcoming even the most overwhelming obstacles. He uses his personal story of losing his leg in a motorcycle accident when he was in the Navy to show how making a conscious decision to live (and not just be alive) helped him overcome physical and psychological challenges to achieve remarkable goals. This book is truly inspiring and a must read!

A great read for everyone who aspires to achieve, particularly in the face of adversity.

In our society today, people spend too much time looking for blame. Not Nader Elguindi. This is a compelling story about how a split second can change a life. After struggling through his youth, Nader found his life in the Navy only to have an accident change everything. In the face of tragedy, he decided to live and make every moment count. This book is an inspiration for everyone.

Elguindi should be commended for writing this book. He takes you through the elements of a life changing event, and then reveals the truth about how he turned that event into power for living. Elguindi has the right attitude about life, and it's something we can all learn from.

After reading Nader's book I thought "wow, there's nothing this guy can't do!" Then I thought "I've never had such a hurdle to overcome, there's nothing I can't do!" Nader is a hero and the book will inspire anyone who reads it.

Nader's story motivated me to push harder to accomplish my goals. His "can do" attitude is contagious and inspiring.

Nader's journey through the perils of his life are truly touching and are a source of inspiration for everybody. His story teaches us all the beauty of the human spirit.

Knowing Nader and his love for life, this book demonstrates the unconquerable spirit of a life committed to an eternal purpose.
Lefanoga "Ray" Viliamu, Senior Pastor - Makakilo Baptist Church