Enjoy the Ride: How to Experience the True Joy of Life

by Steve Gilliland

Success is not a thing you acquire or achieve, it is a journey you take your whole life. With a compelling challenge to ""Check Your Passion,"" this book ignites people's ability to choose what they do, why they do it, and who they do it with. 'Enjoy the Ride' enables readers to identify their dreams and puts genuine success within their reach. Success is not limited to those with financial resources or talents. By reading this book, you will learn practical principles to put you on the road to success.

Genres: Nonfiction, Business, Self Help

102 pages, Hardcover

First published January 15, 2007

About the author

A member of the Speaker Hall of Fame, Steve Gilliland is one of the most in-demand and top-rated speakers in the world. Recognized as a master storyteller and brilliant comedian, he can be heard daily on SiriusXM Radio’s Laugh USA and Jeff & Larry's Comedy Roundup. With an appeal that transcends barriers of age, culture and occupation—plus an interactive and entertaining style—Steve shows audiences how to open doors to success in their careers, their relationships and their lives. Presenting to over 250,000 people a year, more than two million have now heard him speak, with audiences encompassing nearly three dozen industries. Steve has the distinction of speaking in all 50 states and in 15 countries. As one newspaper stated, “Steve is what happens when the humor of a stand-up comic collides with the inspiration of motivational speaker."

In addition to his brilliant speaking career, Steve is a prolific, accomplished author, evidenced by four of his books—Enjoy The Ride, Making a Difference, Hide Your Goat and Detour—perennially making the publisher’s bestseller list and his being named Author of the Year. His thought-provoking writing style makes his articles a favorite with nationally prominent magazines. He influences the lives of millions through his presentations, books, CDs and DVDs. An extensive array of these products has been utilized by small businesses, Fortune 500 companies, U.S. and Canadian government agencies, churches, school districts and nonprofit organizations. Speaking the language of active business leaders, his books and CDs identify practical lessons that grow people and their businesses.

Reviews

[MichLP · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoy The Ride teaches important lessons about living one’s best life. All of us can become annoyed or even overwhelmed with unexpected challenges that pop up as we go through our day. The author, Steve Gilliland, reminds us to accept things as they come whether it be on our daily commute, in the workplace, at our homes, the community or any other places where we are living our lives. He reminds us that these unexpected occurrences are opportunities to experience life in the moment. It is often the way we see, interpret, and react to these challenges that either promotes or deters our happiness. And we learn more from mishaps than we do from successes.
A quick read.

[Claudia Cheyne · Rating 3 out of 5]

Steve Gilliland gives good usable advice without resorting to catchy phrases. Instead he shares stories about the importance of living one's life as a journey. Finding true happiness is all about following your passion, not buying a bigger house and another car. Spend your time carefully. Watching television and sitting at the computer all evening take away opportunities to interact with spouse, children or friends. A quick and easy to read book in which anyone will find helpful hints to improve their daily life.

[Theresa Giardino · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most inspiring personal development book I have ever read. Steve REALLY gets it and puts everything in proper perspective.
I had the great opportunity to Steve speak at Penn State University. He is the best motivational speaker ever!

[Bob Peterson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice, good enough self-help book. Focuses on self-esteem and simple thought practice is to keep life flowing and enjoying the ride.

[John · Rating 3 out of 5]

I debated between 2 and 3 stars on this one but decided with three since the message is a good one. After paging through the book it seemed more like a long, expensive pamphlet than a book. The 13pt font and the fact that every third page is practically blank made it apparent that the auther was just trying to stretch out his message long enough to make the $20 price tag worthwhile.

As I said though, the message was very good and beneficial. That is probably worth the read, if not the price.

My other gripe about it is how he constantly brings his faith into the book. I understand that this is where he is coming from, and that is his touch-stone to who he is and how he wants to function within the world. I get that. What always puts me off about such things, however, is how when authors say "I'm a Christian," there always seems to be that unspoken "and if you are not then you are stupid heathen and I pitty you." He does not actually say these things, of course, but I have heard them enough from the rest of the super-Christian world to hear it between the lines. Whether that is a correct assumption or not, I can't say, but it is what I hear.

[Jolene · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book really motivated me to examine my life and my perspectives. It talks about following your dreams and what you're passionate about regardless of what others think. It's a good reminder that "things" don't matter, relationships and the choices we make and how we live our life matters. It cations against getting so caught up in the process of things that we forget the real purpose of why we're doing it. It made me want to focus more on being grateful for what I have and enjoying the stage of life I'm in right now instead of falling into the "I'll be happy when..." trap. There are fun stories throughout the book which illustrate his points. I saw him speak in person at a convention and he was fantastic.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoy the Ride feels like a personal conversation with a caring wellness guru.
Using examples from his own life and his family, the author shows the importance of taking responsibility for your thoughts and actions. Don't expect an external cause to deliver the results you desire.
While this is a brief book, take time to absorb the concepts and message.
Learn to focus on the most important things in your life that deserve your attention now.
Don't wish to be exactly like everyone else but surround yourself with people who share your values. Be aware of how your thoughts create results.

[Betsy Wynkoop · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a wonderful book that should inspire anyone who reads it to enjoy life to its fullest. I had the pleasure of meeting Steve and he is just as genuine in person as he comes across in his books.

[Anita · Rating 1 out of 5]

A typical motivational speaker's book. Watch his speech instead.

[Jenn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had to read this book for work. It is a typical "motivational" book. It did remind me to stop and enjoy the truly important things in life, but it was really just "okay."

[Stacey · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is what I consider a self help book, very important pieces to the book...but somewhat slow read. I will refer to this book in the future!

[Cee H. Caldwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

i just simply love it especially the story that was interwoven into it.

[Kyle Elworthy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quick read, great message. Will have varying impact on where you are in life. Lot of good nuggets

[Claudia · Rating 4 out of 5]

quick easy read. very insightful, and life affirming. I'm thankful I borrowed it and actually read it. I really needed that jolt of self reflection.
now I must go do.

[Bill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quick read and very powerful message. 90 minutes to finish but lots more time spent reflecting on the messages.

[Tammy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Everybody should read this book! And then read it again.....!