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Words That Hurt, Words That Heal: How to Choose Words Wisely and Well
Telushkin has a distinguished record as an encyclopedist. This book is more ambitious in that it integrates his source material into a coherent thesis: that words are powerful ways in which we can hurt each other if we are not careful. One of his most useful insights is in illustrating how even true information can be used as a weapon. On a macro level, his advice would be welcome in the public arena. On a micro level, this book should be read by every parent and every lover and friend. Sticks and stones can break your bones, and words can sting for years if we don't use them wisely.
Words That Hurt, Words That Heal: How to Choose Words Wisely and Well
First and foremost, thank you for writing this book, Rabbi Telushkin. Buy this book, folks.When you've read it, buy a copy for a friend or loved one. Then reread this book. Underline and mark passages liberally.Absorb the contents and make them your own. Do your best to put into daily practice whatthis book advocates. Tell a friend about this book. Tell a loved one. Tell a stranger.I love this book. Rabbi Telushkin does a great job in not only making this book highly informative, but alsofunny and very entertaining. I must say that I treated this book much like a textbook, at times. You'll find underlined andhighlighted passages throughout, check marks here and there, and a myriad of other notations marking important passagesand information that I want to have handy at a moment's notice. But more than a textbook, the book is peppered withwonderful stories that buttress important moral and ethical concepts. What a wonderful touch that simply makes the bookan absolutely irresistible read.Have you ever been the subject of gossip? Have you ever gossiped about someone else? If so, you need to read this book. Thisbook addresses the destruction that follows not only gossip, but other negative speech patterns, as well. Itgives practical tips on how to criticize and accept rebuke, how to control one's rage and anger, how to fight fair, thedangers of humiliating others in public, how parents and children should interact, lying, how we can incorporate words thatheal and ethical speech into our daily life, etc. and so forth and so on. It's truly an amazing book that has the capacityto change lives.I've hurt so many people with my words in the course of my life. I've helped to destroy the world with my callousnessand shortsightedness. But books like Rabbi Telushkin's helps to articulate common sense, which is so often commonlyignored by so many (including myself). I learned a great deal from this book, and it will now have a permanent placeupon my bookshelf and within my conscience. If the world could internalize the concepts within the pages of this book,we'd have taken a very large step towards making the world a better place for future generations. Jewish traditionhas much to say on this topic. For everyone's sake, let's please listen.
Words That Hurt, Words That Heal: How to Choose Words Wisely and Well
The best book around on this subject. Intelligently written without being scholarly and academic. Get copies for yourself and all of your friends. The Bible and Jewish tradition have much to say about speech and that muscle in our mouths that causes so much trouble. Applying the wisdom in this book can change one's life. Be quick to listen, slow to speak. Heed the words of Proverbs and James 3:5-6. Speak like you want others to speak to you. Speak words that build up--not those that tear down.
Words That Hurt, Words That Heal: How to Choose Words Wisely and Well
Rabbi Joseph Telushkin has written a healing,and spiritually moving book,of profound wisdom,sensitivity,compassion,that offers more psychological insights,than any Freudian Psychotherapists might unearth from their "bag of tricks"! Indeed,next to listening to CD's of Toscanini,I'd wish that there would be,on this earth,over #1000,Joseph Telushkins!! I have read this wonderful book,constantly,for the year that I have owned it,and,all I can say,is--"Blessings on Rabbi Telushkin,for writing such a noble book!!"
Words That Hurt, Words That Heal: How to Choose Words Wisely and Well
Everyone should read this book. Beautifully and powerfully written. Telushkin's wisdom and compassion seep through the pages into your fingertips, leaving an indelible impression. If there were a thing that could change the world, one person at a time, for the better, this book would be that thing.
Words That Hurt, Words That Heal: How to Choose Words Wisely and Well
This book changed my life. I took the challenge to say nothing negative for 24 hours and could not do it. If you learn how to be positive, it will transform your relationships at home and work. You should buy this book.