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Both the Paperback and the eBook were archieved from Amazon on 3-13-23. Paperback
ASIN: 1674124821 ISBN-13: 978-1674124827
eBook Asin: B0BH3WDFF8
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5.0 out of 5 stars A thoughtful presentation of a deterministic vs. random view of life' events
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2020
I thought the author presented his ideas clearly and thoughtfully, blending his insights with examples of stories from his own life and poetry. He writes that some of life's events are traumatic such as a job loss but the author emphasizes the importance of one's response to these events which can affect our spiritual growth. I especially liked his chapter on time and the importance of not wasting time by worrying or becoming upset over past events and instead embracing the gift of time in the present.
5.0 out of 5 stars Quick but deep read.
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. It asks questions that I have asked myself and provides insight with some answers. A good read if you find yourself asking how life works.
5.0 out of 5 starsWhy do events happen when they do??
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2019
I really enjoyed reading this book. It presented thoughts about events that have happened in my own life and caused me to ponder how/why did they happen. As was mentioned in the book, how you respond to the events may help determine who you are. There are many responses that can be taken to a single random event, but what you do can be a result of your upbringing, or OTHER events that have happened in your life. There are a lot of "what if" scenarios that you can think about "what if I had done this instead of that?" Several stories and personal examples help tie in simple little things that may happen and may, or may not, affect who you really are. As was pointed out in the book, some random events may not have been earth shattering events, but the fact that you still think about them years and years afterward, must mean something to the person that they happened to. A very thought provoking short book that should stimulate your sense of your past, and to consider "why did this happen and how did it influence my life and my thoughts"
5.0 out of 5 starsLovely Short Book on Embracing Randomness - Reviewed In London UK by Swoosh Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 8, 2020 Verified Purchase A lovely short book with thought provoking writing that helps you embrace the beauty of life's randomness for personal growth
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5.0 out of 5 stars A thoughtful presentation of a deterministic vs. random view of life' events
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2020
I thought the author presented his ideas clearly and thoughtfully, blending his insights with examples of stories from his own life and poetry. He writes that some of life's events are traumatic such as a job loss but the author emphasizes the importance of one's response to these events which can affect our spiritual growth. I especially liked his chapter on time and the importance of not wasting time by worrying or becoming upset over past events and instead embracing the gift of time in the present.
5.0 out of 5 stars Quick but deep read.
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. It asks questions that I have asked myself and provides insight with some answers. A good read if you find yourself asking how life works.
5.0 out of 5 starsWhy do events happen when they do??
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2019
I really enjoyed reading this book. It presented thoughts about events that have happened in my own life and caused me to ponder how/why did they happen. As was mentioned in the book, how you respond to the events may help determine who you are. There are many responses that can be taken to a single random event, but what you do can be a result of your upbringing, or OTHER events that have happened in your life. There are a lot of "what if" scenarios that you can think about "what if I had done this instead of that?" Several stories and personal examples help tie in simple little things that may happen and may, or may not, affect who you really are. As was pointed out in the book, some random events may not have been earth shattering events, but the fact that you still think about them years and years afterward, must mean something to the person that they happened to. A very thought provoking short book that should stimulate your sense of your past, and to consider "why did this happen and how did it influence my life and my thoughts"
5.0 out of 5 starsLovely Short Book on Embracing Randomness - Reviewed In London UK by Swoosh Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 8, 2020 Verified Purchase A lovely short book with thought provoking writing that helps you embrace the beauty of life's randomness for personal growth
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Embrace Life's Randomness: Breathe in the Amazing considers whether the unexpected is genuinely random and compares the traditional stoic determinist view of life with a view more accepting of randomness and free will.
Our journeys through life follow unexpected paths. Sometimes, looking back offers clarity and understanding while you find yourself at an unforeseen junction, taking your breath away. When the unexpected happens, it can be wonderful, challenging, or both, yet the way you approach such events is key to your spiritual happiness and growth.
Rudyard Kipling's poem, "If," could apply to many parents seeing their child set out to experience life. So much will happen. So much work was done to prepare for the journey. Special training on scheduled events and challenges was a part of the child's life growing up. The journey was looked on as a fantastic adventure but a trip that could be full of the unexpected. It all came down to the word "if."
What if things happened that were not expected? Fathers often advise a child to be good if they want to go to heaven. There is a chapter in this book titled, "Is the Soul Eternal?" Life's journey is for the long trip ahead. Why not consider the next life? Questions about what values are essential for the journey are considered.
Like George Bailey in the Christmas film, It's a Wonderful Life, sometimes the journey is amazing at the finish, routine and ordinary along the way, awful at times, and full of both good and challenges.
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Globally recognized advisor, career development coach, consultant, mentor, and author Brent M. Jones brings his vast talent and decades of experience in leadership to help every person on their journey to finding true happiness and pride in their work.
With his proven strategies and insights for personal and career development, Brent has lent his knowledge to everyone, from individuals needing guidance to large conglomerates requiring expert consulting. His works are innovative, adaptable to real-life scenarios, and genuinely actionable for job seekers at any level.
Brent urges every mentee to follow their passion and build personal success by listening to their inner voice because - it's been there all along, and Brent is the perfect mentor to draw it out.
It's about time you let the world see your worth. Brent's book "Embrace Life's Randomness Breathe in the Amazing" presents thoughts on Random Events. Whether you believe that everything happens for a reason or that free will creates unforeseen options, the events of our life clearly shape us, not by what they were, but by how we see them each time we consider them. The point was that we had a choice in putting together the narrative.
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Our Journeys through life follow unexpected paths. Sometimes, looking back offers clarity and understanding, while other times, you find yourself at an unforeseen junction, and it takes your breath away. When the unexpected happens, it can be wonderful, challenging, or both, yet the way you approach such events is key to your spiritual happiness and growth.
In Embrace Life's Randomness, author Brent M. Jones considers whether the unexpected is genuinely random and compares the traditional stoic determinist view of life with a view more accepting of randomness and free will.
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Globally recognized advisor, career development coach, consultant, mentor, and author Brent M. Jones brings his vast talent and decades of experience in leadership to help every person on their journey to finding true happiness and pride in their work.
With his proven strategies and insights for career development, Brent has lent his knowledge to everyone, from individuals needing guidance to large conglomerates requiring expert consulting. His works are innovative, adaptable to real-life scenarios, and genuinely actionable.
My books focus on positive influences, personal reinvention, and interests that complement these goals to help us reinvent ourselves, our careers, and life's random events.
We must learn to "Be the Change" and "Reinvent Ourself Each Day." We must "Reinvent the Future" and "Make Order out of Chaos." These goals help us "Choose the Right Direction in LIfe" and "Find needed Inspiration." Brent urges every mentee to follow their passion and build personal success by listening to their inner voice because - it's been there all along, and Brent is the perfect mentor to draw it out.
