You Learn by Living : Eleven Keys for a More Fulfilling Life

from tandah

Lots of plain speaking, good advice that's been written by someone who's got the actual experience to provide counsel. What most struck me about this book is whilst it was published in 1960, the circumstances she writes about are still very relevant.

from bakersfieldbarbara

I read the 1960 copy from my library and am glad to say that is has been reissued for a new generation. This is a remarkable book and I wish I could have been Ms Roosevelt's friend; she was so wise and helpful in her description of life and how to handle it. She is candid about the things she did...

from bkinetic

The former First Lady and social activist gives worthwhile practical advice for everyone. Several of her core principles remain current in the philosophy of mindfulness, which she apparently adopted through experience. Her compassion for ordinary people and social justice shines here throughout. ...

from lycomayflower

I didn't enjoy this as much as I expected to, as I do somewhat consider myself an Eleanor Roosevelt fan. The book occupies some sort of space between a collection of personal essays and a self-help/self-improving book, and that in-betweenery didn't really work for me. Also, while I can certainly ...

from infjsarah

Short but interesting. She sounds like someone I would have liked to know. And some of her comments are surprisingly apt for the 2nd decade of the 21st century.