Life 101: Everything We Wish We Had Learned About Life in School--But Didn't

by John-Roger, Peter McWilliams

Book by John Roger McWilliams, Peter McWilliams

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction, Philosophy

400 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published June 1, 1991

About the author

A teacher and lecturer of international stature, John-Roger, D.S.S. is an inspiration in the lives of many people around the world. For over four decades, his wisdom, humor, common sense and love have helped people to discover the Spirit within themselves and find health, peace, and prosperity.

With two co-authored books on the New York Times Bestseller List to his credit, and more than four dozen self-help books and audio albums, Dr. John-Roger offers extraordinary insights on a wide range of topics. He is the founder and spiritual adviser of the nondenominational Church of the Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness (MSIA), which focuses on Soul Transcendence; founder, first president, and now chancellor of the University of Santa Monica; founder and president of Peace Theological Seminary & College of Philosophy; founder and chairman of the board of Insight Seminars; founder and spiritual adviser of the Institute for Individual and World Peace; and founder of The Heartfelt Foundation. Dr. John-Roger also co-produced and co-wrote Spiritual Warriors, an award-winning movie inspired by John-Roger's book, Spiritual Warrior. For more information on the movie, please go to www.spiritualwarriors.com.

Dr. John-Roger has given over 6,000 lectures and seminars worldwide, many of which are televised nationally on his cable program, "That Which Is," through the Network of Wisdoms. He has appeared on numerous radio and television shows and been a featured guest on "Larry King Live."

An educator and minister by profession, John-Roger continues to transform lives by educating people in the wisdom of the spiritual heart.

For more information about Dr. John-Roger, contact angel@mandevillepress.org or you may also visit www.john-roger.org "

Reviews

[Kate · Rating 2 out of 5]

"WHEN YOU ARE ...
Angry Depressed Anxious Tired Resentful Upset
Nervous Unhappy Confused Frightened
or in any way not healthy, wealthy and happy,
then
SCHOOL IS IN SESSION!

"But it's not 'school' as you remember it. This is a book about learning, doing and enjoying that's actually fun: Really.

"By the time we graduate from high school, most of us have spent more than 14,500 hours in the classroom. Along the way, we learned (and promptly forgot) several million facts.

"But in all that time, did we learn -- or even explore -- the meaning of life? Did we learn how to love ourselves? Did we learn the importance of forgiving ourself and others?

"Did we learn about worthiness (and how to get it), the power of thoughts (and how to use them), or the value of mistakes?

"Did anyone teach us how to use guilt, resentment, pain and fear for our learning, upliftment and growth?

"Did we learn our purpose in life?

"If not, it's not too late. You are holding the class you've been waiting for in your hands.

CLASS IS IN SESSION!
~~back cover

Obviously this is a complicated book, even though it's written in a breezy, easy to understand style. I'll need to read it again, slowly this time, and practicing the exercises.

[Grace Fox · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was okay but too self helpy. My main issue with books of this type is that there are a lot of self help books out there that are just full of general statements without actually teaching anything solid and concrete that you can directly apply to your life, more just inspirational quotes and stuff. Seems like just reading fluff to me but hey some people are really into those kinds of books so what do I know.

[Lorelai Hastings]

Incredibly insightful with tons of inspiring quotes and nuggets of wisdom. I read a copy borrowed from the library. I'm definitely going to purchase one to have at home for easy reference in the future.

[Keith · Rating 1 out of 5]

I found this book cleaning out the basement. A book someone gave me when I graduated from high school. I should have put it straight in the trash pile - but no, I had to be curious and read it. It was, without a doubt, the worst book I've ever read. It was just God-awful.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice little book. I'm glad I found this one. A self help book that actually helps you instead of just something you read and it never changes your life.
I need to stop reading so many self help books and just run into life and see what happens.
But I liked this book quite a bit.

[MC Golis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Found this book at a beach house, simple homespun ideas along with some great quotes. Again, it’s a reminder that all the self-help Wisdom has been around forever. We just keep repackaging it but again it was a fun read.

[Tiffany · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn't end up finishing this, but it wasn't bad. It just didn't keep my attention and I think I could find other books like this that speak to me.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone who has had a little trouble coping with life should pick up one of Peter McWilliams cheerful books of help and encouragement.

BTW...the author's name is wrong here; it was written by the team of Peter McWilliams and John-Roger. And I have a hardcover copy, not the audio version, but I didn't see that on Goodreads.

[Michael]

I didn't set out to read the whole book. It isn't written to be read straight through, but nibbled at, like a bowl of mixed nuts on the coffee table. I left it on a shelf near the porcelain throne to snack on during maintenance procedures and before I knew it I'd polished it off.
It's a tasty and nutritious dessert but lacking in fiber and no substitute for a balanced diet.

[Joell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE this book. I often go back just to read a page for inspiration. It teaches me every time in a wonderfully funny way how to live life better. I highly recommend it to anybody who needs a new perspective sometimes.

[Mrsdhodz · Rating 1 out of 5]

I couldn't even finish it, and thought it was incredibly boring. Will probably never pick it up again to finish.

[Bryan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Couldn't even finish it! Rambles around without any structure.

[Kylie Simao · Rating 4 out of 5]

this was a really great book, It gives you a different point of view for issues you may be facing in life