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What SHould I Do?: 4 Simple Steps to Making Better Decisions in Everyday Life

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Bruce Weinstein's book is an invaluable source of wisdom in an age of moral confusion and rampant relativism. With wit and grace he takes the reader through dozens of real-life scenarios in which serious questions arise -- Should I tell my spouse about my affair? How do I deal with a co-worker who tells racist jokes? What do I do when my child befriends someone I don't approve of? In each case, Weinstein offers a 4-step process that makes the reader aware of the values at stake and helps them make the best possible decision. I highly reccomend this book to anyone concerned about doing the right thing when faced with the many ethical and moral dilemmas of everyday life.

I have to admit I was skeptical when I picked this book up. I've never been much for these "self-help" books. However, "What Should I Do?" truly delivers. It provides a simple framework for making everyday decisions that often bog us down. In a society that has us all constantly on the move, the efficiency of this approach, if nothing else, is certainly helpful. However, what I like most is that it helps you get to the right choice for you. Rather than tell you what the right answer is (and don't we all get enough of that), "What Should I Do?" gives you a way to identify the relevant values and evaluate options.

Unlike many other books, this one also provides you with meaningful hypotheticals that show you how to apply Dr. Weinstein's suggestions to real problems in your life. For example, in chapter 5 there's a discussion of long-term relationships and that age-old problem of who does what (or who doesn't do what) around the house. By examining the options in much the same way Dr. Weinstein does in the book, my wife and I were able to reach a decision that made sense for both of us (although the solution remains a work in progress!).

Finally, as a skeptic I tend to look at the credentials of the author. There are so many hucksters on this circuit, you can't be too careful. I was pleased to see that Dr. Weinstein went to Swarthmore, has a Ph.D. from Georgetown, has edited three other books and has published over twenty articles on ethics in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Sage advice from a reliable source. This book is a gem.

I really enjoyed reading this wonderful book. It was easy to read and understand, and had great and practical solutions to some of life's most difficult ethical issues. I would recommend this book to anyone of any age !

Read this book, follow these 4 steps, and you too can attain the answer to "What Should I do?" It will help you build stronger relationships and communicate more clearly. It is an enormously useful 4-step process for addressing questions at home as well as at the office. Some books are not for everyone, but this one truly is. --Deborah Albritton

This book was excellent! What makes it stand out from the crowd is that it offers succinct choices for each situation Weinstein includes, then it carefully and completely provides insight as to the implications of each decision. Weinstein's understanding of ethics in everyday life is aptly demonstrated in the situations he's outlined. Possibly one of the book's greatest strengths is the author's talent at taking situations in which any of us might find ourselves, applying a simple technique to help us determine the most ethical decision, and offering it in easy-to-read verbiage that deftly illuminates the crux of the situation as well as potential conflicts and implications. While Weinstein offers a thorough explanation for the ethical choice he's identified in each situation, I finished the book with an understanding that we have been left to determine for ourselves which path to take, well-equipped with options and insights that will translate easily into aspects of other situations we face every day. Weinstein's knowledge of his subject, careful research and easy-to-read style of writing make this book a delight to read!

Mr. Weinstein writes in a very pragmatic style. The issues he raises are important and the examples he uses are realistic. He provides advice in making sound, ethical decisions. His steps for resolving ethical conflicts are easily applied,

"What Should I Do?" really helped me a lot. I find myself asking this question many times a day, but until now I felt confused as I struggled for an answer. Dr. Weinstein presents a simple 4-step method for answering "What should I do?" in a variety of social contexts: at work, with friends, in the community--even on a date! My wife and I ended up talking about several of the scenarios presented in the chapter called "Making better decisions in a marriage or long-term relationship."

We also saw Dr. Weinstein on the Montel Williams Show and thought that he did a great job in making the issues in this book come alive. I hope he'll write another book like this one; it's an easy read, and I'll tell a lot of my friends and co-workers about it. Five stars!

Dr. Weinstein provides a helpful guide to approaching difficult problems. The four-step process for sorting out and handling challenges is clear and useful. The book provides a method by which the reader can clarify his or her own ethical views and then apply these views to specific problems in a systematic way. Congratulations to Bruce Weinstein for this enjoyable and illuminating work.

This book is excellent. Truly gives you a guide and system for working through difficult situations of various kinds. It was entertaining, informative, and definitely worth every penny.

Just because the author is my son is no reason not to give this book a rave review. Written in an easy style, its principles are easy to understand and incorporate into daily life. Everyone can benefit from the advice on how to think through problems and come out with the best solution. Even his poor, old and tired mother. So, buy the book already. Would I lead you wrong?