The book is simply superb! I didn't read his first book "Youth, it's painful" only because i feel the book may not address people in my age. Anyway, I read his second book which was translated into Thai and felt impressed and thankful for what Rando has beautifully stated. It's not just another words of wisdom from a life guru. Rando offers his advice and talk to you in a humble way and tackles each topic with deep understanding and humility. I must say that you have to live for a while, meaning you have to go through a certain kind of experiences that "wavered" your belief, your identity and your "self" in order to relate or truly understand what Rando is trying to say to you. and i am sure any human being must have gone through that kind of experiences in one way or another for Rando did not talk about the big question of the universe. He talked about every little thing that happens to you every day. I'd say his writing is inspirational, not in a big way that would prompt you to quit your salaryman job and become a Steve Jobs or something. It simply inspires you to go on and become a mature adult who fully understands what's going around you and how to take it 'in your hand', under control.
i'm not a big fan of the so-called self-help or self improvement book but I felt lucky to have read this book and I should go back to his first book too. So highly-recommended for anyone who wanna give it a try. Asian writers are amazing because we don't talk big about rocket-science psychology. Asian writers try to blend in with nature and simply go along and overcoming yourself is the biggest issue. that's how i feel.