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Exactly what I needed!

Revisado: 01-16-25

I assumed the reviews saying “life changing !” Were hyperbolic, so I bought the book because I was curious but also didn’t want to take on ONE MORE “self improvement “ project. This book came into my ears at the exact moment I needed it most. It don’t add stress or work to my plate, it helped me relieve it with such warm and compassion. Can’t say enough positive things about it

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Gave up 30 mins in

Revisado: 07-18-24

I cringed every time the author used the term “aspergers” but wanted to keep an open mind, thinking this may have been written when the term was still widely used. NOPE! published in 2020 and the term was no longer in the DSM as of 2013. Author claims she used the latest research for her references but then uses outdated terms and cites sources from over 20 years ago….

Broached the idea of neurodiversity not being a disability but then didn’t discuss the social vs medical model of disability.

The final straw was her argument that the DSM, which is an absolutely an imperfect tool, is not scientifically valid because “it keeps changing” GROSS! THATS HOW ALL SCIENCE WORKS, it changes with research. If you want a dogmatic document that’s supposed to be infallible there are plenty of religious texts you can reference.

Hard pass.

-ND woman

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Very forgiving portrait

Revisado: 12-01-22

Interesting subject but seems to skate over some of the unsavory stories about his failures, ethical lapses, and hubris. I appreciate a nuanced approach to subjects that can be easily cast as a villain, but this bio is bit forgiving in my opinion. It also focuses narrowly on the man and his patients rather than a holistic view that includes the many practitioners he trained and their thousands of patients whose lives had been inexpertly altered because of the procedure Freeman “pioneered” / mass marketed. Don’t regret reading, but feel the neutral tone implies a tacit approval of the doctor and his methods. I actually do suggest reading, but don’t let it be your only source,

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Starts strong, heads downhill fast

Revisado: 08-31-18

I really had high hopes for a fun and novel pop science read. Repetitive writing and a weak concept make this one to pass on

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Stupid and fun!

Revisado: 06-09-18

This book reads like an episode of Unsolved Mysteries with Robert Stack, which is awesome, eye-rolling, and full of tiny jump scares. It’s a pretty brief listen, and totally worth it if you’re into some stupid fun (in a good way).

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If you are a frequent radio lab listener, this book covers many of the same topics

Revisado: 06-07-18

It’s ok, interesting at points. I’m familiar with a lot of topics covered because there are episodes of Radiolab also covered. There is some additional and more recent info in the book, but not enough to make those topics and more engaging.

The narrator is a bit robotic.

The larger hypothesis of the book is mostly speculative, interesting, but speculative.

Overall, I would consider it a slightly above average popular science non fiction work. Not bad, not great, kind of middle of the road.

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Shocking and thought provoking

Revisado: 03-11-18

Wow, I read a lot of dark history, but my lord, sections of this book were so shocking I felt nauseated. This is an area of history I know little about and am so grateful to have read this book. I now know more than I did and the writing is very good. I highly suggest!

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Whatever your fellowship, this book has wisdom to offer

Revisado: 04-05-17

I can't really say enough positive things about this book. It has been a wonderful guide to working the 11th step and practicing the 12 step principals in all of my affairs. I hope others traveling a similar path to me find as much peace and insight as I have from this book.

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A little dry, but interesting

Revisado: 02-12-15

The writing is a bit dry, but many of the stories are fascinating. Ringdal says he rewrote the first chapter for the English translation, but I still found it a bit confusing and unclear. I'm glad I listened, but doubt I will revisit this audiobook.

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Travelogue, story telling, and journalism

Revisado: 01-24-15

Really fun listen, great anecdotes, get to know a little more about modern Russia. Greene's narration is much like his radio performances, it's light and conversational, but sometimes feels a little false. Its a nice light listen.

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