Escape Adulthood: 8 Secrets from Childhood for the Stressed-Out Grown-Up

by Jason W. Kotecki

Being Grown-Up Isn't All It Was Cracked Up To Be.Do you ever have the urge to resign from being an adult? Are you burned out by the stresses that come with being grown-up and wish you could be six again – far, far away from the mountains of paperwork and mortgage payments, credit card debt and computer crashes? Unfortunately, no matter how hard you try, you're never going to be six again. But relief is within your grasp, because the secrets of childhood are timeless, and they're available to you right now, no matter how “grown-up” you may be.In this humorous and inspiring book, cartoonist Jason Kotecki invites you to escape adulthood. He uncovers some of the values that come so easily to children, the ones many of us outgrew as we grew up. Filled with funny anecdotes, real-world examples, and practical advice, this book will help you • Break free from the stresses of the fast-paced rat race to find true, abundant happiness.• Accomplish things in your life that you once though impossible.• Discover new opportunities to create financial success for yourself and others.• Become more energized and productive at home and at work.• Improve your health and decrease your chances of heart disease and cancer.• Become more respected and admired by your friends, colleagues, the people you lead – even your enemies! • Gain peace of mind about the things that worry you most.• Create a family dynamic that is more fun, loving, and supportive.Author Jason Kotecki is the creator of Kim & Jason, the internationally known comic strip about childhood. He has presented to audiences of all ages on the topics of living your dreams, strengthening your faith and renewing your childhood spirit. His humorous insights will leave you encouraged, entertained, and inspired.You may not be able to be six again, but with this book you will begin to rediscover your childlike spirit, resulting in a more happy and fulfilled life while increasing your chances of changing the world.

192 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2005

About the author

Jason Kotecki is an artist, speaker and author of several books, including his latest, "A Chance of Awesome: How Changing the Way You See Changes Everything."

Besides making art that inspires and delights people all over the world, Jason is in high demand as an engaging professional speaker. He empowers organizations and individuals to restore balance, prevent burnout, and achieve new levels of productivity and innovation with real-world strategies that tap into the timeless wisdom of childhood.

Jason and his wife, Kim (a former kindergarten teacher), are the dynamic duo behind Escape Adulthood and founders of the Cure Adultitis Institute. In their crusade to annihilate Adultitis, they inspire and encourage people to design lives with less stress and more fun.

Jason is a Batman fan, Star Wars watcher, retro t-shirt wearer, avid eater of sugar-laden cereal, and father of three kids. He lives with his family in picturesque Madison, Wisconsin, where they enjoy long walks by the lake and eat way too many cheese curds.

Learn more at EscapeAdulthood.com

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well, I could possibly suffer from chronic adultitis. The eight secrets were not earth- shattering to me, but they did help to remind me to stress less about work and try to make it more fun. The book also took a religious turn at secret seven that was unexpected. After finishing this book, I will give the 40-day plan to cure adultitis a shot and see where that goes. I'm hoping that it's worthwhile.

[Jane Tennyson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A pleasant read

This is one of those books like Tuesdays with Morrie that make you grateful for what you have and guilty because you need to read a book like this to remember how lucky you are.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

The author reviews 8 qualities children have that allow them to be happy. And reminds young professionals and tired parents to basically stop and smell the roses. I'm all for Escaping Adulthood!!!

[Michelle]