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Notes to Myself

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A friend introduced me to this little gem as a teenager nearly twenty years ago, and I've returned to it often over the years in times of stress. The piercing clarity and brutal honesty of these simple, yet profound, observations slows my racing thoughts and magically puts things into perspective. So find a quiet place, set aside an hour or two, and let Hugh Prather show you how to live in the moment and rid yourself of that insatiable craving for external validation. You won't regret it.

I received this book from a friend in 1990. The copyright in the book is 1970, and the cost was a mere $2. I read this book at a time in my life when things were as bad as I thought they could get. I underlined passages, wrote notes on pages, and each time I read it, I feel like I'm getting in touch with myself again.

It's an extremely good feeling when you can read your own thoughts and views on the world from someone else.. from someone you don't know. Everyone should read this book, and then pass it on to friends, or children.

This book brings clarity to our thoughts, and bridges the gap between the grey world of uncertainty we live in and the black and white world we would want to live in ... or at least some of us. It's nice to stumble across such illuminating guides along this path of life that don't necessarily provide answers, but light the way to an inner discovery, that unto itself, illuminates all answers. I am constantly awed by the immeasurability of his clarity.

If you're a searcher, this is a book you'd probably like to read.

I've read many books by this author and I am always satisfied. These books not only express what and ineresting world it is through someone elses eyes but gives you the sight to see it for yourself. I found that I enjoy my own views on things a little bit more now than I ever did before. I suggest this book and the others for one of those peaceful nights at home along with some encouragement for the next day.

I was 15 when I first read " notes to myself " , today I am 21. But I still find it reassuring and insightful every time I brisk through the pages . This is a book on every person , there are moments when you will agree and say to yourself " these are my thoughts " , and other times when you will disagree and have a heated mental debate with yourself. It's easy to read and what is particularly appealling is that it feels like a conversation . Since it's very personal , it creates a connection which makes you believe that YOU had a hand in writing this book . Maybe , when you read it first , you'll enjoy it just for the book that it is . But it's when you pick it up again and again that you realise how much this book is You and Life .

When I first read this book I thought someone had gone inside my head and rearranged my own thoughts and spoke them for me. It became a reference for me when I needed help with everyday stress showing me that no matter what, we are all in this together. I bought the book and whenever I came across a friend that seemed as though they needed some peace in thier lives, I would give it to them. I've given away five so far and I'm going to buy another one, this book is one I want to always have in my home

It is 'the tool' to indulge inwardly.Explore your depths - to get thrill about what all good you posess, and to cure any hard feelings beautifully.
It is kind of a guiding light and medicine for the self.
You got to use this tool atleast once to see how it feels to be just yourself, your very own self.

I loved this book, it rang a bell on every aspect of my life. Honest, entertaining, inspiring and full of wisdom. It has become one of my favourite books.

I first recieved this book as a teenager from my parents 11 years ago. It helped me to be myself. It showed me the value of individuality at a time when peer pressure was all around. Now as an adult when I have questions I still seek this book out. It's underlined and dog-eared. This is also a lovely gift I have passed along many times.

I found this book while browsing a local bookstore. I hesitated to buy it then, which was a mistake, and then bought it later from Amazon.

This book is amazing! It is an absolutely insightful masterpiece that makes you think critically about everyday experiences that pass through our minds. There are so many thoughts about a variety of topics that I am positive anyone will find at least one piece they can strongly relate to. The nice part about the book itself is how it is split up into little sections as you don't need to read a bunch of pages in a single sitting. I lost count how many times I have read through this book and each time is still wonderful. It has helped me get through some tough times in life, and I have tried my hardest to share it with everyone I know. So I will again try to share it with you. Read this book! You will not be disappointed!