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Mentioned in 46 episodes

The Road Less Traveled

Book • 1978

In this book, M. Scott Peck uses his experience as a psychiatrist to guide readers through the challenges of life.

He argues that life is inherently difficult and that spiritual growth and self-awareness can only be achieved by confronting and overcoming these difficulties.

The book is divided into four parts, focusing on discipline, love, spiritual growth, and the concept of grace.

Peck emphasizes the importance of discipline in delaying gratification, accepting responsibility, dedicating oneself to truth, and balancing conflicting factors.

He also discusses the myths and realities of love and how it supports spiritual evolution.

The book highlights that avoiding problems leads to decreased growth and increased suffering, while facing them can lead to greater self-knowledge and inner peace.

Mentioned by

Oliver Burkeman

Chris Williamson

Michael Stelzner

Mathieu Stéphanie

Mentioned in 46 episodes

Mentioned by

Oliver Burkeman

as a source for his understanding of patience in problem-solving.

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Mentioned by

Jack Canfield

when describing how much interviews the author did to promote the book.

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Recommended by

Robert Glover

as an old book that many haven't discovered, highlighting its impact on self-help.

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Mentioned by

Nick Pollard

as a book that can change one's life and challenges making excuses.

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Mentioned by

Jason Droege

as a classic human psychology book that he has read more than once.

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Mentioned by

Oliver Burkeman

, referencing a quote about the difficulty of life.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as an example of a long-lasting New York Times bestseller.

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Recommandé par

Carlos Ghosn

comme un livre qui l'a beaucoup aidé et qu'il conseille à tous les jeunes de lire.

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Mentioned by

Oliver Burkeman

when discussing the importance of accepting limitations.

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Recommandé par Carlos Ghosn et qualifié de chef-d'œuvre par de nombreuses personnes.

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Considered by

Mark Manson

as the best self-help book ever written, focusing on the importance of making difficult decisions.

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Mentioned by

Brian Whetten

as one of the people who is changing the game.

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Mentionné par

Mathieu Stéphanie

comme un livre que beaucoup de gens ont lu et que Carlos Ghosn avait proposé.

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Recommended by

George Mumford

as a New York bestseller that ignited his interest in personal growth.

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Recommandé par Carlos Ghosn et présenté à

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par

Mathieu Stéphanie

.

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Mentioned by

Michael Stelzner

, correcting King Walonius on the author of the book.

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Mentioned by

C.R. Wiley

as his famous book before diving into the topic of the People of the Lie.

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Mentioned by

John Eldredge

when discussing the importance of accepting reality for emotional health.

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Mentioned by

Oliver Burkeman

in relation to the concept of attention as the work of love.

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