Read This If You Are Healthy But Not Happy

When you are ready, there's a book waiting for you.

This is the first self-help book I read when I had my first bout of bell's palsy at age 20. Not sure why I walked into a book store and picked up this book, but I'm glad I did that. Little did I know that this book would have a profound impact on my life.

For those who haven't read the book, "Tuesdays with Morrie" is a memoir written by?Mitch Albom, a journalist who reconnects with his former college professor,?Morrie Schwartz, who is dying from ALS. The book is a series of conversations between?Mitch?and Morrie, held every Tuesday, where Morrie shares his wisdom on life, death, and what really matters.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), is a?progressive neurodegenerative disease?that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. It is characterized by a gradual loss of muscle control, which can lead to difficulty speaking, swallowing, and breathing. As the disease progresses, individuals with ALS may become completely paralyzed and require assistance with all aspects of daily living.

The book is filled with powerful lessons and insights. Here are just a few of the key takeaways:

1. Love and relationships are the most important things in life: Morrie emphasizes the importance of?love?and relationships in our lives. He believes that love is the most important thing we can give and receive, and that our relationships with others are what make life worth living.
2. Embrace vulnerability: Morrie encourages us to embrace our vulnerability and to be open and honest with ourselves and others. He believes that vulnerability is what makes us human and that by sharing our vulnerabilities, we can connect with others on a deeper level.
3. Live in the present moment: Morrie reminds us that life is short and that we should cherish every moment. He encourages us to live in the present and to appreciate the little things in life.
4. Practice forgiveness: Morrie stresses the importance of forgiveness, both for ourselves and for others. He believes that holding onto grudges and anger only harms ourselves and that by practicing forgiveness, we can find peace and happiness.

Holding?a?grudge?is?like?drinking?poison?and waiting for the other person to die.

1. Find your purpose: Morrie encourages us to find our purpose in life and to live a life that is meaningful to us. He believes that by doing what we love and what brings us joy, we can find true fulfillment.
2. Death is a natural part of life:?Morrie?faced his own mortality with grace and acceptance, and he encourages us to do the same. He believes that by accepting death as a natural part of life, we can live more fully in the present moment and make the most of our time here on earth.

Overall, "Tuesdays with Morrie" teaches us to value what is truly important in life - love, relationships, and meaning. It reminds us to live in the present, to embrace vulnerability, and to find our purpose in life. And perhaps most importantly, it teaches us to accept death as a natural part of life, and to make the most of the time we have here on earth. Reading this book came at a vulnerable stage in my life when I was sick and struggling with dark thoughts. Morrie's words gave me hope and helped me to see the world in a different light. His wisdom and insights helped me to find meaning and purpose in my life, and to appreciate the little things that I might have otherwise taken for granted.

"Tuesdays with Morrie" helped me to deal with my illness. Morrie's words gave me hope and helped me to see that even in the face of death, there is still beauty and meaning to be found in life. I learned to appreciate the little moments in life, like spending time with loved ones or enjoying a beautiful sunset. I also learned the importance of being present and living in the moment, rather than constantly worrying about the future.

But perhaps the biggest impact this book had on me, it paved the way for me to write my own self-help book, to be vulnerable and share my own struggles in life to help others. Low self-esteem, trying to fit in, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, fear, I had them all. And if opening up can save lives, why not? Vulnerability costs nothing.

If you haven't read this book, I highly recommend it. There's always a book waiting for you, that will change your life in ways you never thought possible.