A couple of things I look for in a self-help book are being able to relate to the author, and having the author be able to meet me where I am. In the very first paragraph of this book, I already feel like that this author has no investment in my growth, or idea of what life is like for most people.
The first line mentions and ivy league school where the author is currently listening to a lecture by a famous author with a friend who is excited for the experience. Then he goes on to say it's the 20th time he's heard her speak so he's kind of over it and justified in being distracting to his friend who is excited.
Is that really how you want to start your book on mindfulness and being present? Later, he goes on to criticize his friend for not "getting him" and his excuse for being upset at his friend is that he's not perfect like the Buddha.
First impressions are everything. I'm already out. I might read this book just to see if my perception of it changes, but patting yourself on the back, name dropping your school, and not being appreciative of experiences isn't a great way to market your own version of "Be Here Now."
The first line mentions and ivy league school where the author is currently listening to a lecture by a famous author with a friend who is excited for the experience. Then he goes on to say it's the 20th time he's heard her speak so he's kind of over it and justified in being distracting to his friend who is excited.
Is that really how you want to start your book on mindfulness and being present? Later, he goes on to criticize his friend for not "getting him" and his excuse for being upset at his friend is that he's not perfect like the Buddha.
First impressions are everything. I'm already out. I might read this book just to see if my perception of it changes, but patting yourself on the back, name dropping your school, and not being appreciative of experiences isn't a great way to market your own version of "Be Here Now."