Reflections on Life: Why We're Here and How to Enjoy the Journey

By Allen Klein

Reflections on Life is a collection of 500 inspiring and uplifting quotes on life. Each chapter's theme offers insight into living a well-rounded, fulfilling life-for example, "Find Forgiveness," "Keep Active," "Ponder the Positive," and "Make Music." This collection will keep readers smiling down every road of life. "Life is an adventure in forgiveness."-Norman Cousins "We shall never know all the good that a simple smile can do."-Mother Teresa "The chief cause of stress is reality."-Lily Tomlin "In the end it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years."-Abraham Lincoln

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0517228122
• ISBN13: 9780517228128
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Gramercy Books
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.9" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

Life is a Journey to be Enjoyed

Best selling author, Allen Klein has collected quotations from 500 well known personalities on their philosophy of life and its' meaning. The book is made up of three sections, with answers to three questions. "What's life?", "Why we're here?" and "How to enjoy the journey." The quotations tie to a theme within each of these subjects. The text is made up of quotes that are sometimes humorous, sometimes inspirational, sometimes encouraging, and often profound. A random sample is from Annie Dillard, American writer: "How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives." Another is from Rick Warren, from the "Purpose Driven Life." "One of the greatest gifts God has given you is the ability to enjoy pleasure...He wants you to enjoy life, not just endure it." To get the greatest benefit and enjoyment from your reading you must read and assimilate a few pages at a time. Reading between the lines while doing some soul searching I was reminded to "lighten up", to "loosen up", and "not take myself so seriously." The author has included a complete index of authors. This becomes a handy tool for referring back to some of those favorite quotes or quips you want to read again. This is a book for your coffee table, your night stand, and an excellent book to pass along to a friend. Keep an extra copy on hand to use as a gift for those special occasions.

Take time to reflect

The wonderful quotations in "Reflections on Life" offer everything from ancient wisdom to contemporary humor. Klein's collection of inspiring quotes are gathered from both well-known and lesser known figures. I particularly like being able to turn to any of the sections ("What's Life?," "Why We're Here," "How to Enjoy the Journey"), read a quotation or two, put the book aside for a while, and then spend some time considering its message. Buy "Reflections on Life" and then take time to reflect.

The Gifted Journey

If you have ever doubted why you are here, "Reflections on Life" will definitely help you find your purpose. It is an amazing collection of wisdom from far and near, yesterday and today. This book is an awesome journey on life, from some of the world's wisest men and women. Take this journey, with the author, Allen Klein, and begin to live your best life.

A WONDERFUL COLLECTION OF JOYFUL WISDOM

Allen Klein has put together a wonderful collection of reflections and quotations on the meaning of life . . . why we're here, and how to enjoy the ride. He is one of our nation's foremost authorities on the subject, and has done great work by reminding us all about the importance and healing power of humor. You will find this delightful little book full of delicious insights. It's the kind of book you can pick up for a few moments each morning to refresh your perspective and to remind yourself of the importance . . . and the miracle of every day you're alive.

A Gift of Inspiration for Self and Others

This book is a wonderful gift, for yourself as well as others you care for. The author has organized the quotes into sections entitled: "What's Life?", "Why We Are Here", and "How To Enjoy The Journey". While mainly from well known people, there are also quotes from those lesser known and just ordinary folks. Some of them are profound, "You never find happiness until you stop looking for it," Chuang Tzu. Some are simple, "Life has two rules: number 1, Never quit!; number 2, Always remember number 1." Duke Ellington. Others are more complex. I can pick and choose one to remember or write down, or just glance through different pages for inspiration and perpsective. ENJOY!