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How to Stop Worrying and Start Living Mass Market Paperback – September 15, 1990

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Stop worrying and take the steps to a happier, more fulfilling life!

Through Dale Carnegie’s six-million-copy bestseller recently revised, millions of people have been helped to overcome the worry habit. Dale Carnegie offers a set of practical formulas you can put to work today. In our fast-paced world—formulas that will last a lifetime!

Discover how to:

-Eliminate fifty percent of business worries immediately
-Reduce financial worries
-Avoid fatigue
-Add one hour a day to your waking life
-Find yourself and be yourself—remember there is no one else on earth like you!

How to Stop Worrying and Start Living deals with fundamental emotions and ideas. It is fascinating to read and easy to apply. Let it change and improve you. There’s no need to live with worry and anxiety that keep you from enjoying a full, active and happy life!

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352 pages
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English
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Pocket
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September 15, 1990
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4.19 x 0.7 x 6.75 inches
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0671733354
ISBN-13

978-0671733353
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mw_white7

Great read!

Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2023

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Great read from a legendary author who took the time to listen to people. Stop worrying, Let go and give it to God.

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Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2023

Highly recommend

Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2023

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I feel really lucky to have an opportunity to read this book and it was recommended by a special dear friend of mine. At the beginning, the book seems to be discussing the problems that I have already had my own understanding over it. However, as the time went on, I find it being surprisingly helpful to my life and providing a new perception of life for me, especially when I feel down. It’s a great book to read over and over again as the writer has suggested in it.

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Michael Abramovitch

Practical for many, impractical for some, and antiquated for all

Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2015

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One of my biggest problems with this book is that I didn't really need it in the first place. I don't worry very much, at least not in the sense that this book addresses. This book is for people who are paralyzed by fear, either due to a destructive mental attitude or some unintended external factors. Since I am generally confident in myself, am mostly concerned with school or other work that I am intrinsically motivated to handle, and have thankfully never had to deal with anything I would call a real tragedy or highly traumatic experience, I don't find myself in the desperate situations that plague the many subjects of "How to Stop Worrying". Similarly, most of the advice on "How to break the Worry Habit Before it Breaks You" (Part 3 of the book) is not particularly useful for me.

That being said, for people who do need to stop worrying (as I wish my parents would), Carnegie's advice is mostly sound. True, it's nothing we all haven't heard before (e.g. "when life gives you lemons, make lemonade"; "count your blessings"; etc.), but it's nevertheless worth internalizing and practicing in our daily lives. Some of Carnegie's tips are more practical. When you're faced with a tough decision, he suggests writing out your problem and logically evaluating your options for how to proceed. Carnegie also recommends putting a "stop-loss order on your worries," exercising to alleviate stress, and not expecting gratitude from people, all solid methods to reduce worry and frustration. I found the section on "Six Ways to Prevent Worry and Fatigue and Keep Your Energy and Spirits High" (Part 7) especially useful.

Many of Carnegie's suggestions, however, are too abstract and idealized to be useful to highly rational, analytical-type people. (It's worth noting that scientists and engineers seemed to make up a very small percentage of Carnegie's examples; he mostly focused on businessmen and housewives.) For example, Chapter 16, "Find Yourself and Be Yourself" warns against emulating role models, but this is an essential part of the path to success for many great people. Chapter 18 outright claims that one can "cure depression in fourteen days" by simply doing good deeds for other people, which is ridiculous to anyone with even a partial understanding of the complex disease that is depression.

But undoubtedly the worst offense is the unrelenting promotion of Christianity (despite some failed attempts to seem liberal and open to all faiths). I was able to ignore these references, chalking them up to the book's age, until I got to Part 5, "The Perfect Way to Conquer Worry". The entire section is literally a sermon proclaiming that the ultimate solution to all of life's misery is to resign all our worries to God and trust His judgement on how things should turn out. What if God is too busy to heal your dying child? What if you're forced to turn to a medical doctor? Or worse, what if you yourself have to take responsibility for your own life? Carnegie even recommends going to church on weekday afternoons to pray, as if the rest of us have nothing better to do. He goes as far as asserting that even people who don't follow the Christian faith are Christians simply by virtue of being decent people. This is both infuriating and absurd. All Christians are supposed to be good people, but not all good people are Christians. After forcing myself to read through the whole section, I quickly lost my patience with the constant Jesus references. If you're already devoutly Christian, Jewish, or Muslim, or are looking to be converted, none of this will be a problem for you. If you fancy yourself the more open-minded, self-reliant type, you've been warned.

In the final analysis, this book deserves at least an "okay" rating for offering some sound advice and helping millions of people in the many, many decades since it was written. As much as Carnegie's religious vitriol angered me, I will have to keep some of his more practical suggestions in mind. If nothing else, the book is a quick and easy read, even when rereading and marking up each chapter. If you find yourself worrying frequently or severely, this book is absolutely for you. If you consider yourself more legitimately concerned than irrationally worried, I would recommend turning instead to books on productivity.

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Core

Highly Recommended

Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2015

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This book, in the inner cover it has a copyright of '1944'. As of today this book is 71 Years old. That's crazy...
None the less, 90 pages in, I have underlined quite a bit of the book as I make my way through it. I am using "How to stop worrying and start living" as a work book like the author suggested.
Most of the advice, is golden if you don't get too caught up in the context. And it seems that some particular advice is re-iterated in another way, to add emphasis. Then on top of this, the author interviewed a ton of people.. and from today's point of view, some of the individuals that the author talked to.. are markers in history. They all did something profound.

If your like myself, curious, and trying to improve your lot in life.. especially in today's climate. Everywhere you turn there is a fear monger.. from our own government to, the local associated press. They are trying to sell you "fear" by the truck loads.. Nothing wrong with being informed of the dangers that exist, but it's also very good to have the context of the situation, some hard numbers to go by. Other wise your imagination just runs off with you. And quite frankly I think that's the whole point.

What's that famous quote by Rahm Emanuel.

"You never let a serious crisis go to waste. And what I mean by that it's an opportunity to do things you think you could not do before."

Source: http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/authors/r/rahm_emanuel.html

Quote basically is getting at the fact, that you don't think at all when your worrying.. your more likely to take action in the heat of the moment and do something stupid, or do something stupid and help someone else out..

Anyways, the book offers a lot of sound basic advice. So if your like me and you didn't get a well grounded common sense type of upbringing, no guidance really at all.. because your parents didn't know any better.. and public school is definitely the kind of place you don't get a well grounded common sense education.. this book is worth checking out. Because the truly smart person knows, that there is always something around the next corner, as far as little nuggets of wisdom go. Always something worth learning. Always ways to improve your odds.

I'll leave this review with one of my favorite quotes from the book:

'I keep six honest serving-men
(They taught me all I knew);
Their names are What and Why and When
And How and Where and Who.' -Rudyard kipling

If you find yourself overwhelmed by worry..your mind tends to drift toward the negatives too much. Check this out. Definitely worth the money.

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Grammatical Erros

Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2022

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The book is an awesome book but I find there are so many errors inside if it. Outside of that, the book holds its substance.

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Jason

Enjoyable read

Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2020

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It's quite good and gave me some different perspectives on various topics. The only thing I didn't like was the constant references to jesus and the Bible. There was even a whole chapter on how god can help your worry. Don't get me wrong, there's a lot of good stuff here. It's just anything to do with religion makes my skin crawl.

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What sets this book apart is its focus on action-oriented strategies✨

Reviewed in India on April 23, 2023

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"How to Stop Worrying and Start Living" by Dale Carnegie is an outstanding self-help book that can truly change your life. Carnegie's insightful advice and practical techniques can help readers overcome anxiety and stress, and learn to live a happier, more fulfilling life.

Carnegie's writing style is clear and engaging, making complex ideas easy to understand and apply. His approach is grounded in real-life experiences, and he provides plenty of examples to illustrate his points. What sets this book apart is its focus on action-oriented strategies that readers can use to improve their lives immediately.

The book covers a wide range of topics, from developing positive attitudes and dealing with criticism to handling financial worries and improving relationships. Each chapter is packed with valuable insights and practical tips that are easy to follow and implement.

One of the key takeaways from this book is that worrying is a habit that can be broken. Carnegie provides readers with simple but effective strategies to help them break free from negative thinking patterns and cultivate a more positive outlook on life. By following the advice in this book, readers can learn to let go of worry and anxiety and focus on the present moment.

Overall, "How to Stop Worrying and Start Living" is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their mental health and live a more fulfilling life. Carnegie's practical advice and insightful tips make this book a valuable resource for anyone who wants to overcome anxiety and worry. I highly recommend it to anyone who is ready to take control of their thoughts and emotions and start living a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Transform Your Life with 'How to Stop Worrying and Start Living'

Reviewed in Canada on March 29, 2023

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I loved this book! "How to Stop Worrying and Start Living" offers practical and insightful advice on how to manage and overcome worry in our lives. The author, Dale Carnegie, presents a wide range of strategies and techniques that are easy to understand and apply, regardless of your background or situation.

One of the things I appreciated most about this book was how it opened my eyes to different ways of looking at things and helped me let go of worries that were beyond my control. By focusing on what we can do instead of what we can't, we can reduce stress and anxiety and live a more fulfilling life. The book is full of inspiring examples and stories of people who have successfully overcome worry and achieved great things.

Overall, I highly recommend "How to Stop Worrying and Start Living" to anyone who wants to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Whether you're dealing with a specific problem or just want to feel more calm and centered in your daily life, this book has something to offer. It's a timeless classic that deserves a place on everyone's bookshelf!

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Goga

Stop worry ma anche stop dire ovvietà

Reviewed in Italy on April 19, 2021

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L’autrice ci mostra come smettere di preoccuparsi con un po di suggerimenti pratici per raggiungere una vita positiva e felice. I diversi capitoletti del testo (solo in lingua inglese) spno:
-Principi che dovresti conoscere sulle preoccupazioni
-La formula magica che dovresti conoscee
-Come eliminare almeno il 50% dei tuoi problemi
-7 modi di sviluppare una attitudine che ti porterà pace e felicità
-Come tenere lontane le preoccupazioni
-6 modi di prevenire i problemi
-Suggerimenti che arrivano da altre persone che hanno seguito la teoria.

Il libro è piu o meno la favola della tipica impiegata infelice rappresentata dal classico modello della ragazza che vive in affitto in una casa con scarafaggi (dai su…un po troppo).
Per il nostro standard europeo il libro direi che non va bene, è davvero la classica americanata abbastanza ovvia piena di luoghi comuni e di psicologia spicciola.
Mi piacerebbe comunicare agli autori che questi temi potrebbero anche essere trattati in modo piu professionale, ma se le loro fonti sono i post dei boomer su social network allora capisco perchè il libro non ha avuto successo in Italia.

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Farrah A

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Reviewed in Canada on March 23, 2021

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During these unprecedented times, sometimes it’s good to be reminded that we can only live when we’re alive. So while we’re alive and we’re faced with situations beyond our control... just stop worrying! This book helped me to understand myself and how to deal with the small things I worry about. This book opened my eyes on the little things that I worry about. It’s a very encouraging book. I absolutely recommend.

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