Morrie In His Own Words

by Schwartz, Morris; Solman, Paul

• ISBN13: 9780802713551
• ISBN10: 0802713556
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1999-01-01
• Publisher: Walker Books

Summary

For everyone who enjoyed the inspiration and wisdom of Morrie Schwartz in Mitch Albom's moving best-sellerTuesdays with Morrie, here is Morrie's own book, presenting the philosophies by which he triumphantly lived, even as he faced the end of his life. For decades Morrie engaged his Brandeis University students in the importance of community and involvement in life. Ever the teacher, in his last year, as his battle with the fatal illness amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig's Disease, gradually weakened him, he appeared on three memorable "Nightline" programs with Ted Koppel, simply titled "Morrie," and captivated millions of viewers across the country with his spirit and compassion. Before he died, Morrie finished the manuscript for this book, which was originally titledLetting Go. He saw it as his greatest teaching opportunity. Whether you or a loved one is healthy or ill, young or old, there is invaluable wisdom here that can enrich your life. From "handling frustration" and "reaching acceptance" to "relating to others" and "being kind to yourself," Morrie's life-affirming insights help you take stock of where you are now and where you may want to be. Morrie: In His Own Wordswill have a lasting impact on whoever reads it. It is Morrie's invaluable legacy to us all.

Author Biography

Morrie Schwartz taught sociology at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts, for close to thirty-five years before retiring. He passed away in 1995.

Table of Contents

Introduction	vi
Paul Solman
Part I. Understanding Where You Are Now	3	(58)
1. Living with Physical Limitations	3	(13)
2. Handling Frustration	16	(13)
3. Grieving for Your Losses	29	(13)
4. Reaching Acceptance	42	(11)
5. Reviewing the Past	53	(8)
Part II. Getting to Where You Want to Be	61
6. Maintaining an Active Involvement in Life	61	(9)
7. Relating to Others	70	(18)
8. Being Kind to Yourself	88	(7)
9. Dealing with Your Mind and Emotions	95	(14)
10. Developing a Spiritual Connection	109	(10)
11. Considering Death	119