Bumps and Bruises: A Surgeon's Reflections on Life

by Steven R. Hoer

Daily choices and decisions over time determine whether we attain the happiness and success for which we all desperately yearn, or whether we encounter the bumps and bruises in life. Bumps and Bruises is a book of principles formulated over twenty-eight years of observation, experience, and counsel with thousands of individuals coping with disappointments, failed expectations, strained relationships, and broken dreams. From the vantage point of a physician, Dr. Hoer approaches the challenges we face in life much like treating a sickness. We first have to make the correct diagnosis, to understand the origin of our discomfort. We then make the best treatment plan, a plan of action to get better, and learn habits and practices to prevent the ill health that plagues us all. Bumps and Bruises is a refreshing new look at life based on multiple sources of wisdom and inspiration to guide us through these unprecedented, troubled times in which we live.

192 pages, Paperback

Published January 14, 2022

Reviews

[Michael Dang · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the most memorable, richest books I've read. When I say rich, I mean like a cheesecake. It has so much wisdom, well placed and explained that it's a pleasure to read. And, like a dessert, it's laced with a sweetness that seems to come from a life well lived and well examined. It's a book you want to read and then keep on your shelf for rereading excerpts from time to time.

You'll read about some of the "bumps and bruises" the author experienced in his hike up and over and around and along the mountains of life.

This is indeed a richly rewarding book. It's worth reading and then reviewing, over and over, over time.

[Rachel Tielemans · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book is laid out in a creative, well thought out way: “Making the diagnosis”, “prescribing the treatment” and “preventive medicine”. It is well written and inspirational. It has a lot of good references and quotes throughout the book. It is an easy to understand read. Walking away i feel uplifted and ready to set goals and follow through with those goals.

[Shawn Anderson · Rating 2 out of 5]

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