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  • The Road Less Traveled

  • A New Psychology of Love, Values, and Spiritual Growth, 25th Anniversary Edition
  • Written by: M. Scott Peck M.D.
  • Narrated by: M. Scott Peck M.D.
  • Length: 4 hrs and 23 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (171 ratings)

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The Road Less Traveled

Written by: M. Scott Peck M.D.
Narrated by: M. Scott Peck M.D.
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Publisher's Summary

Perhaps no book in this generation has had a more profound impact on our intellectual and spiritual lives than The Road Less Traveled. With sales of more than 7 million copies in the United States and Canada, and translation into more than 23 languages, it has made publishing history, with more than 10 years on The New York Times best seller list.

Told in a voice that is timeless in its message of understanding, The Road Less Traveled continues to enable us to explore the nature of loving relationships and leads us toward a new serenity and fullness of life. It helps us determine how to distinguish dependency from love; how to become a more sensitive parent; and ultimately how to become one's own true self.

Recognizing that "Life is difficult" and that the journey to spiritual growth is a long one, Dr. Peck never bullies his listeners, but gently guides them through the hard and often painful process of change toward a higher level of self-understanding.

Combining profound psychological insight and deep spirituality, this is an audiobook that provides inspiration and understanding.

©1986 M. Scott Peck, M.D., All Rights Reserved (P)1986 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved, AUDIOWORKS Is an Imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster Inc.

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Well Articulated & Refreshing! Highly Recommend

Clearly articulated many of my thoughts, ideals & understandings. Very refreshing and I wish I found this book 25 years ago.

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Explains godless religion

So as most people here, i also found the beginning of the book enlightening and interesting. The book started with taking responsibility, self discipline and relationships. Then moved into love and grace; which turned into religion and higher power. The writer is a scientist, and understands the concept of god that is created by the social need. However, he claims we still need religion to be spiritual. The book actually states that all spirualism is religion. I found the last chapters of the book outdated and far fetched.
There are also background noise through out the whole book which makes it hard to listen. Overall I probably wouldnt recommend this book.

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Spoke to the truth of humanity

The Road Less Traveled was an honest depiction of human behavior. It was exactly what I needed to hear at exactly the right time. Challenge yourself and give it a read. #Audible 1

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Fantastic

This book is mind expanding and deeply thoughtful with insights into the human condition. Some people may say that it contradicts religion, but in my opinion it provides a bridge between a variety of spiritualities and religion to psychotherapy. A truly fascinating book, I highly recommend.

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Has not aged well

Absolutely some great concepts, but has NOT aged well. Comparing your emotions to enslaved people and stating “you need to keep them under control” Not okay, wasn’t okay when it first came out.

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Good information

Lots of good info. Very interesting and balanced perspective. Good to remember this is a good option of a psychological perspective with a mixture of some spiritual aspects mixed in. Overall highly recommend for anyone interested in both topics.

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Very educational!!!

I was able to navigate through my trauma surrounding my past actions that have led me too where I’m at

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Deep incite from 1978, but lost to fantasy and mental illness.

There are many great insights to be taken from this. As long as you look at what you can get from it and not take it as a blueprint, you will enjoy the insight.

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excellent!!! listening again!

btw sometimes could hear voiced in the background...a bit of a distraction- though not a big one

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Great insights and well told.

A must-read for spiritual growth! Take responsibility, be loving, be willing to accept your calling to LIVE.

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