I agree with some people who commented in Amazon that there is nothing new in this little pick-me-up book “8,789 Words of Wisdom” put together by Barbara Ann Kipfer. But it is a great life companion which you can refer to when you are feeling down, confused or just to keep you motivated for the day.
This book is packed with selected valuable advice, adages, maxims, quotes, sayings, axioms, proverbs, precepts and simple truths from great thinkers, from William Shakespeare to witty Will Rogers. They are inspired from real life experiences. Here are some examples:
“Learn to unlearn.”
“Appreciate the questions as much as the answers.”
“What you have been taught to believe is not important as what you know.”
“In life, some things are bigger than they look from a distance.”
“Your character is your destiny”
“Never underestimate the power of simple courtesy.”
“Get a good night’s sleep.”
“Enter into marriage knowing that it will not be perfect.”
“Chop your own wood; it will warm you twice.”
“Good judgment comes from experience and experience comes from bad judgment.”
Most if not all of the 8,789 words of wisdom are great life lessons that can guide or to enpower you. As we all know there are many ways to live a good life. The choices are all up to you. This book is specially compiled to help you to find wise words or powerful phrases that appeal or apply to you.
For this book, you can just turn to any page and you will be greeted by either a simple yet powerful life quote, words of encouragement or a warm friendly advice. These so-called secrets to life improvement can make you feel good and you will view life from a more hopeful and optimistic prespectives. The aim is to to get you inspired with enthusiasm and look forward to live life more wisely.
“8,789 Words of Wisdom” is not a “one-size-fits-all” self-help book. Not all the wise words or motivational maxims will have great significance for you. But I am sure you find many of life quotes and real life advice that will resonate deeply with you. Get this book today and life a happier, healthier and more productive life.