Finding Happiness: Seven Early Reviews of 'Your Unfinished Life' by Lawrence J. Danks Helpful Media (ISBN 978-0-615-24207-1)

Finding happiness,fulfillment and peace of mind through positive action. Early book reviews of "Your Unfinished Life" by Lawrence J. Danks: The Classic and Timeless Guide To Finding Happiness and Success Through Kindness

Barrington, NJ (PRWEB) November 19, 2008 -- Finding happiness,fulfillment and peace of mind through positive action. Early book reviews of "Your Unfinished Life" by Lawrence J. Danks: The Classic and Timeless Guide To Finding Happiness and Success Through Kindness

Finding Happiness:

Seven Early Reviews of:

Your Unfinished Life by Lawrence J. Danks

(ISBN 978-0-615-24207-1)

* Available through Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Google, Amazon.co.uk, JustBookz.com and all major booksellers.

Samples of each chapter are available at www.YourUnfinishedLife.com. Reviews appear below:

Tom Butler-Bowdon - Best Selling Author of:

"50 Self-Help Classics", "50 Success Classics","50 Psychology Classics", "50 Prosperity Classics", "50 Spiritual Classics"

"This book shows that kindness is not 'soft', but a strength that makes life better and richer for all concerned. There can be few more important subjects to write on, and Danks elegantly and forcefully lays out the case for kindness with many great examples."

Gordon Livingston, M.D., Psychiatrist and Writer

Author of The National Bestseller:

"Too Soon Old, Too Late Smart - Thirty True Things You Need To Know Now":

"Larry Danks has kindly given us this valuable guide to the successful pursuit of happiness and meaning in our lives by suggesting many ways that we can cultivate the queen of virtues: kindness. All who read this book and reify its lessons will be ennobled thereby."

Dr. Raman Kolluri, Professor of Laser Technology/Fulbright Scholar

"Often, we mistake kindness to be mere pity towards someone less fortunate than we are. But in this extraordinary book, Professor Danks has taken us through a fascinating journey of different faces of kindness. Quoting extensively from authors of different backgrounds, cultures and religions, he has made kindness into an art form.

Thinking and feelings are the greatest assets bestowed upon mankind. But most of the people use them only for fulfilling personal obligations and needs. We hear people often saying that they have no time! God has given the same amount of time for all of us! Most of us do not realize that being kind to someone is extremely rewarding for both giver and the receiver. It need not cost a lot of money or time and need not even be a great deed.

On a cold winter morning, I was in the hospital waiting for the last moments of life of my wife. I was in such a shock that I did not even know what was happening. I had to come home briefly to make arrangements for the funeral. I found that my driveway and sidewalk were cleaned. Without saying a word, my neighbor has shown me what kindness is all about!

All of us remember such acts of kindness towards us. But how many of us can remember acts of kindness we have shown towards others? Not many of us can leave legacies like Gandhi or Martin Luther King Jr., but Professor Danks has shown with numerous examples how each one of us, in our own small way, can make a difference in someone else's life and bring a little cheer in their time of need. The person or persons towards whom we show kindness need not be even known to us!

When I was a small boy in India, at one time, the village where we lived was completely submerged by flood waters. Only a few buildings with two floors were above the water level. My father ordered food in large quantity be prepared and left on the porch of the second floor. I was wondering why. He said that it was meant for those rescuers who are feeding the marooned people!

There are so many examples in this book which show how to spread kindness like the fragrance from a flower garden. Professor Danks has done great service by bringing the concept of kindness in a lucid exposition. This book is a mirror of what life should be! It is well organized, easy to read and contains quotations which can guide us towards having a positive and fulfilling life. I will treasure this book and read it as often as possible to remind me constantly how to be kind to others and make my own life meaningful in the process."

"Reader Views", Paige Lovitt:

"Your Unfinished Life" offers both inspiration and insight into finding happiness and success. The author, Lawrence J. Danks, has discovered that the best way to find this is through living a life filled with kindness. In his book, he offers a discussion on how to live with kindness. I was elated to discover that there were many things that I was already doing and I felt I was on the right track. There are also many more actions I can take to further enrich my life by acting with kindness. By doing so, I can brighten the lives of others.

In addition to offering lots of inspiring quotes, Danks also offers a chapter on "40 Ways to Be Kind." He came up with a variety of ideas I felt would be fun to incorporate into my life. Some were as simple as offering to take a group picture so that the cameraman in a group doesn't get left out. Another one, which would bring an incredible amount of healing to me, would be to forgive others. It doesn't mean I have to let the wrongdoer off the hook and offer myself to be mistreated again, it just means that I let go of what happened and move on with my life. Danks points out that this is also healthier for us. His ideas really resonated with me. It is very important to note that while Danks encourages us to be kinder to others, we are not encouraged to put ourselves in positions where we can be taken advantage of.

While reading "Your Unfinished Life", I discovered that the more I thought about how I can be a kinder person, the less I thought about what I have missing from my life. I suspect that others will discover this as well. It makes sense, because I believe that the more that we are spiritually fulfilled, the less need we will have to fill our lives with material things. I encourage you to challenge yourself with this book. It will offer you tons of inspiration for your journal. One of the best gifts that you can give to yourself or loved ones is a copy of "Your Unfinished Life" by Lawrence J. Danks."

Thomas R. Carpenter - AB, MEd.:

"In "Your Unfinished Life", a banquet of inspirational philosophies are laid out by author Larry Danks for personal choice. Kindness is a quality in life that this world could and should employ a great deal more.

An analogy of what is presented here makes me think of a Parisian flower booth and picking out the blooms that are personally meaningful. You make up a bouquet that will have a positive affect on the rest of your life if practiced. Congratulations to Professor Danks offering the readers an enhancement to their lives of both giving and receiving."

Bill Cleary, Publisher Emeritus - Gloucester City News, Gloucester City NJ, and Editor of ClearysNoteBook.com:

"All of us have days that we go through life oblivious to our fellow man. I can honestly say after reading just a few chapters of "Your Unfinished Life" I found myself looking for acts of kindness to perform. I am more aware of the less fortunate. A thought provocative book, Mr. Danks has compiled a number of encouraging quotes that will impact your life. A must read for young and old alike, I highly recommend "Your Unfinished Life."

"South Jersey Face: Lawrence J. Danks"

Courier-Post,Cherry Hill,NJ interview with the author by Kim Mulford:

Discusses author's background,growing up in a funeral home,opportunities for kindness and the call to kindness as a common element in all religions.

Accessible at: http://www.courierpostonline.com/article/20081019/LIFE/810190323

HELPFUL MEDIA

Lighting the Way to Happiness and Fulfillment

www.HelpfulMedia @ yahoo.com

###