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Between The Lines: Nine Principles to Live By
"Stadiums fill up with people to see what's going to happen between the lines. But life isn't only about visible realities. There are invisible and unseen nuances...things that shape us into who we are."Now, Orel Hershiser, Cy Young Award winner, MVP of division and World Series-winning teams, and Sports Illustrated "Sportsman of the Year" looks back on the people, the events, and the decisions that most affected his life.
—Orel Hershiser
What he has to share has a lot more to do with living than with playing baseball. Revealing his innermost thoughts, Orel tells you of his "nine principles to live by." They
Believe Your Coaches. Orel talks about those who have coached him—and how he'll never be too old to keep looking for good coaches. Anything Can Happen. You can't control what happens, but you can control your response. Lighten Up. Laughter makes a big difference—as you'll see from Orel's clubhouse stories. Live with Gratitude. Say thank you with words and actions. From a man who was twice cut from his high school baseball team and yet rose to the pinnacle of success, Between The Lines is an entertaining read filled with good things to inspire and encourage you.
Author Orel Hershiser is respected by fans and non-fans alike for his clear example of right living and esteem for traditional family values. A devoted husband and the father of two sons, he's currently a baseball analyst for ESPN.
Robert Wolgemuth is a twenty-five-year publishing veteran and bestselling author of nine books, including She Calls Me Daddy and Daddy@Work. He and Orel have been close personal friends for many years.
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First published January 1, 2001
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July 23, 2023
Hershiser is one of those amazing, inspirational people I look up to, so when I started reading this book I knew I'd find a lot of useful things. The format of this book makes it easy to pick it up and read a little and come back later. But mostly I found myself reading large chunks of it at a time because it just sucked me in! I enjoyed Hershisher's wisdom and stories because he knows what he's talking about and this book is his genuine wish to share his wisdom and experiences with others because we can benefit from that. I'm gonna keep this book handy and reread parts of it when I need a pick-me-up.
September 11, 2022
This was probably the 4th or 5th time I’ve read this since my parents gave it to me for Christmas in 2001. Hershiser is my all-time favorite professional athlete, and reading this unique memoir is like having a conversation with him.
It’s an easy, fun read, tying his experience as an MLB pitcher to everyday life for “normal” people.
It’s an easy, fun read, tying his experience as an MLB pitcher to everyday life for “normal” people.
March 6, 2019
This is a book about nine principles by which Orel Hershiser credits the success of his career and life. The book is written in a conversational tone and reads easily and quickly. He does a good job of illustrating these principles with stories from his baseball career as well as his personal life.
I believe it is important to judge the principles of the book on their merit rather than how well the person has stuck to them. I have not tried to research Hershiser to see if he continues to demonstrate these principles in his life.
What I liked:
I liked the conversational tone of the book. Because the premise of the principles is based mainly on his own experience, it is important not to consider this a researched conclusion, one size fits all solution. That being said, I thought the principles were well thought out. The presentation got me thinking about what they would look like in my life. Books that get me thinking get a star just for that. Hershiser also acknowledged that following these principles is challenging and takes practice. I like that honesty.
What I didn't like:
The last two or three chapters felt a bit rushed and didn't have the meat the previous chapters did. That being said, they were the principles that are more difficult to write about--especially using stories about one's self. It can easily turn into self-praise.
For the most part, this book kept my attention and I didn't struggle to come back and pick it up. This can be a real challenge for nonfiction for me.
I believe it is important to judge the principles of the book on their merit rather than how well the person has stuck to them. I have not tried to research Hershiser to see if he continues to demonstrate these principles in his life.
What I liked:
I liked the conversational tone of the book. Because the premise of the principles is based mainly on his own experience, it is important not to consider this a researched conclusion, one size fits all solution. That being said, I thought the principles were well thought out. The presentation got me thinking about what they would look like in my life. Books that get me thinking get a star just for that. Hershiser also acknowledged that following these principles is challenging and takes practice. I like that honesty.
What I didn't like:
The last two or three chapters felt a bit rushed and didn't have the meat the previous chapters did. That being said, they were the principles that are more difficult to write about--especially using stories about one's self. It can easily turn into self-praise.
For the most part, this book kept my attention and I didn't struggle to come back and pick it up. This can be a real challenge for nonfiction for me.
April 9, 2016
The nine principles that Orel learned over his lifetime can be applied to any occupation or field. Some of the principles include: Excellence matters; Balance is the key; Love your family; Ability to laugh; Live with gratitude and more.
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