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Way to Be!: 9 Rules For Living the Good Life
From one of the world's foremost spiritual leaders, an inspiring book that provides young adults and their parents with a game plan for leading a better life. This inspiring, upbeat, life-affirming book shows teenagers and their families how to navigate through the moral minefields of contemporary life and how to truly enjoy the opportunities and blessings that the modern...more
Hardcover, 144 pages
Published
August 6th 2002
by Simon & Schuster
(first published August 1st 2002)
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May 08, 2008
Julie
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Everyone!
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Megan
This book is so good, it is a must read. It is packed full of valuable life lessons and advice. It made me look at my self and I realized I am a good person, and I do like who I am. It gave me idea of how to be happier and become a better me!
Written by the wisest of men. Don't read it once and put it away. Keep it out, read from it regularly, then perhaps these things will be ingrained in our lives. If only everyone could read it and BE... we'd all live happily ever after.
I review these "rules" for living on a regular basis. This has been a great book for my older boys as well. A good teaching tool from a loving source.
AMAZING!!! I LOVED this book!
Every day now I find myself going over the 9 Be's and saying to myself whether or not I'm truly applying them to myself. I have so many friends who have more than one copy and don't even bother to open it!!! It has helped he put my life into such a place of order - it's miraculous!
Many questions I've had recently having to do with being a teenager I guess were answered simply and clearly. President Hinckley is very concise and to the point and I love it. I hate it wh...more
Every day now I find myself going over the 9 Be's and saying to myself whether or not I'm truly applying them to myself. I have so many friends who have more than one copy and don't even bother to open it!!! It has helped he put my life into such a place of order - it's miraculous!
Many questions I've had recently having to do with being a teenager I guess were answered simply and clearly. President Hinckley is very concise and to the point and I love it. I hate it wh...more
I absolutely am in LOVE with this book! Way to Be is written by Gordon B. Hinckley, the last prophet the Church of Latter Day Saints had. Gordon B. Hinckley wrote these "9 Rules For Living the Good Life" to help inspire others to change the way they live to be happier and a more productive life.
Gordon B. Hinckley wrote this book to help teenagers, or basically all ages, to become more. He made up something called the 9 Be's: Be Grateful, Be Smart, Be Involved, Be Clean, Be True, Be Positive, Be...more
Gordon B. Hinckley wrote this book to help teenagers, or basically all ages, to become more. He made up something called the 9 Be's: Be Grateful, Be Smart, Be Involved, Be Clean, Be True, Be Positive, Be...more
Gordon B. Hinckley's 9 rules are powerful, simple, and, if lived authentically, will bring great happiness to anyone's life. Even though I'm not religious, the ninth rule, Be prayerful, really helped to remind me the power of future orientation and thinking with the end in mind. (Stephen Covey's 3rd Habit of Highly Effective People) The power of prayer, I believe, is not that your wishes will suddenly be granted, it is that you are clarifying exactly what you want in your life and are able to co...more
This is a book about 9 rules of living. These rules are also known as the 9 "Be's." The main theme of this book is "Way to be!" going along with the rules. There are nine different chapters, and each of them says something different. They are as follows: Be Grateful, Be Smart, Be Involved, Be Clean, Be True, Be Positive, Be Humble, Be Still, and Be Prayerful.
I really liked the lengths of each of the chapters. They were all covered very well in detail as to what was meant by it. I was given an...more
I really liked the lengths of each of the chapters. They were all covered very well in detail as to what was meant by it. I was given an...more
Although President Hinckley wrote this book mainly for teenagers, it is great advice at any age. My favorite chapter this time through was "Be Clean." In this chapter President Hinckley reminds us that the friends we choose are critical to the choices we make. He says, "...choose your friends carefully. It is they who will lead you in one direction or the other. Everybody wants friends. Everybody needs friends. No one wishes to be without them. But never lose sight of the fact that it is your fr...more
Okay, I admit, I chose this book because it would be an easy read and I need to keep my reading up (or not fall behind in my goal) with some very busy weeks ahead with the move.
What can I say. It was wonderful to read President Hinckley's words again. Most of this book wasn't new to me--he shared probably all of the stories and insights in various talks, but it was a great reminder of what we should strive to be and become. This is written for youth (possibly young adults too, but I'd say more f...more
What can I say. It was wonderful to read President Hinckley's words again. Most of this book wasn't new to me--he shared probably all of the stories and insights in various talks, but it was a great reminder of what we should strive to be and become. This is written for youth (possibly young adults too, but I'd say more f...more
This is a marvelous book packed full of wit and wisdom. President Hinckley's teaching and example have always hit home with me and this book is a shining example of why. The message is so upbeat yet remains honest, realistic, and useful. My favorite chapter was the one on Be Positive. It includes this passage:
"...I am suggesting that we look for the great good among those with whom we associate and live, that we speak of one another's virtues and positive qualities more than we speak of one anot...more
"...I am suggesting that we look for the great good among those with whom we associate and live, that we speak of one another's virtues and positive qualities more than we speak of one anot...more
A.M.A.Z.I.N.G! What an awesome book. Whether you belong to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints or not, this is a great book full of great pearls of wisdom! I think it's a book applicable to any age, and it's a quick, enjoyable read. I had the book read in just a couple of hours, and loved every bit of it. Gordon B. Hinckley is a wonderful story teller, and this book reflects it. The book is very real-- well, President Hinckley is very real and down-to-earth (as always), which makes t...more
I would recommend this book to everyone who wants to become a better person and live a more fulfilling and purposeful life. Gordon B. Hinckley, former president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, now deceased, imparts some of his wisdom learned from his 95 years of living, to teenagers and their parents (though I would say it's applicable to everyone). This is a simply written book that needs be re-read from time to time to keep one on the path toward true peace and happiness. T...more
I'm not sure what triggered this, but lately I've been thinking a lot about President Hinckley and mourning his death. I know it's been a year and a half, but I still really miss him. When I stumbled on this book a few days ago, I knew that I needed to read it. It was so wonderful to hear him "speak" again; he has such wonderful stories. I miss hearing his constant optimism in the face of every trial and conflict. I know I'll especially miss him during this next General Conference, when I really...more
I really enjoyed this book! It was short and to the point, and had such good advice. I really enjoyed the stories President Hinckley told and experiences he shared, and I felt like everything he said was so wise and so true! I wish I would have had this to read when I was a teenager, and even though it was written for teenagers, anyone could read it. Presidenty Hinckley has such a simple and clear way of saying things, and it made this book very enjoyable to read, and very inspiring. This would...more
Apr 18, 2009
sMarty
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5 of 5 stars
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Anyone
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An easy enjoyable read!
A great book of advice from a wise man. Here is one of my favorite quotes from this book: "Both my father and mother were educators, and in my boyhood home they built a large library filled with books. In that room was a large table where we could study with good lamps for reading. As a young boy, I found constant excuses for avoiding homework. But I liked to read, and the emphasis my parents placed on reading finally caught up with me. I have loved to read ever since."
This was one of the greatest books I have ever read through every genre. I loved that I could sometimes hear President Hinckley speak through the text. I loved his stories that illustrated perfectly the point he wanted to make. I love how genuine his concern and love for all of us. He gives advice to live a full, long life-- whether it be just finding time for yourself or living a life free of addictions. I loved this book and I'm sure I'll read it again and again.
I LOVE Gordon B. Hinckley. Reading this book, you could hear his voice and imagine his smile and sparkle of his eye, as though you were listening to him speak.
We read this book as a family as our Sunday morning reading. I was really touched with the amount of love that was expressed throughout it. As President Hinckely expounded on his "B's", you could really sense the love in which they were offered - a sincere desire to make us better people and to make our lives happier and more fulfilling. I...more
We read this book as a family as our Sunday morning reading. I was really touched with the amount of love that was expressed throughout it. As President Hinckely expounded on his "B's", you could really sense the love in which they were offered - a sincere desire to make us better people and to make our lives happier and more fulfilling. I...more
A quick read, but the one and only Gordon B. Hinckley did a beautiful job with this book. He is simple, and straight to the point. Giving you advice from his treasured many years of his life, and sharing his own personal experiences that he had learned from. Everyone should read this book. He gives you accurate advice to help you along your journey, and reminds us all how truly lucky we are to have a God who loves and is always there for us.
This is a great book. If everyone followed these basic concepts, just think how different the world would be.
Gordon B. Hinckley wrote about how to live a better more fulfilling life and came up with 9 Be's. They are:
1. Be Grateful
2. Be Smart
3. Be Involved
4. Be Clean
5. Be True
6. Be Positive
7. Be Humble
8. Be Still
9. Be Prayerful
This is a quick read and is perfect for all age groups.
Gordon B. Hinckley wrote about how to live a better more fulfilling life and came up with 9 Be's. They are:
1. Be Grateful
2. Be Smart
3. Be Involved
4. Be Clean
5. Be True
6. Be Positive
7. Be Humble
8. Be Still
9. Be Prayerful
This is a quick read and is perfect for all age groups.
I actually didn't read this - I listened to it today. And although directed more towards teens, it is for families and anyone who needs an uplift in a better direction. It is inspiring, it is motivating, it gives a different perspective (at least for me) on how to get out of any dark clouds overhead that you're experiencing. Just good old fashioned (the best kind) of guidance and success.
I got this book on my eighth birthday, I believe. I'm not positive. It could have been on Christmas after my eighth b-day. It doesn't matter; they're around the same time! But this book has some really good stories, advice and insights, and it's written by President Gordan B. Hinckley. I liked it so much that after my house burned down I bought a new copy!
After my day of plowing through high school, I walked into my family room and saw this on the bookshelf. Putting my list of homework to-dos aside, I sat down to a nice read from my good friend Gordon B. Hinckley. This book was inspirational, moving, and it made my day better. I will no doubt read this time and again throughout my life.
What a great book to read! It was like hearing Pres. Hinckley's voice again--everything he says is so true and encouraging of what we need to do to be strong in these last days. He expresses each point so clearly and cheerfully with his stories and classic wit, and conveys his love for and faith in the youth in everything he says.
Simple, no nonsense advice from a wonderful man and leader. Growing up my mother taught me a saying that goes something like this, "What kind of world with this world be if everyone in the world were just like me?" I thought often of that growing up. Contained in this little book are wonderful virtues that if everyone in this world lived would make a profound difference. I highly recommend this read.
I remember when the talk that inspired this book was given. It had such an impact on my life then, and reading this book reminded me of how much that talk inspired me. This is a wonderful book for people of any faith - especially targeted at young adults, but useful for those of any age. A must read!
I love this book! Just finished it and made me miss President Hinckley. He is right. If everyone on this planet followed these 9 Be's, it would be a better place to live in. I loved all the short stories that he told in this book. I would definitely have my sons read this book when they turn 12! :)
I read this years ago when I was a youth but I didn't remember much so I read it again. Was reminded of how wonderful every word of it is! It's one that should be re-read every year. And every parent should study this book with teens. Such an inspiring roadmap for living your life!!
I LOVE THIS BOOK! I definitely will be reading it with each of my children as they enter adolescence, but it is a wonderful reminder for parents as well. Truth is eternal, no matter what age. President Hinckley is so straightforward and honest... what a great challenge to be a little better!
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President Hinckley was known, even at the age of 95, as a tireless leader who always put in a full day at the office and traveled extensively around the world to mix with Church members, now numbering nearly 13 million in 171 nations.
His quick wit and humor, combined with an eloquent style at the pulpit, made him one of the most loved of modern Church leaders. A profoundly spiritual man, he had a...more
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