The Consolations of Imperfection: Learning to Appreciate Life's Limitations by Donald McCullough

by Donald McCullough

Instead of resenting life's limits, Donald McCullough suggests that we view them as personalized details of a unique, divinely created portrait. While not making light of painful situations, he offers affirming reflections on the hidden gifts of embracing life's limits.

Hardcover

First published March 1, 2004

Reviews

[Jessica Geist · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a little odd that I liked this book considering I don't agree with the underlying premise that ties it all together -- that we are motivated significantly by our fear of death and our efforts to avoid it despite it being inevitable. The author even stayed mindful of the theme throughout; however, I still found many of the chapters insightful. When we can embrace the limits of time, efforts, and money among other life factors, we often find that these limits are put in place to awaken us to a greater reality beyond ourselves. If you think you don't have enough time to read the entire book, start with the chapter on love. More than likely, you'll find time to read the rest of the book after reading that chapter.

[Tim Wester · Rating 3 out of 5]

Again good thoughts but would not reread. Could have done better

[Andy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Deciding between "I did not like it" and "It was okay" I decided to go with "It was okay." It's not particularly revolutionary or thought provoking but...it was okay. It's a quick relatively painless read - but there are probably better books to spend a morning with.