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The Joy of Not Working: 21st Century Edition-A Book for the Retired, Unemployed, and Overworked (Paperback)

by Ernie J. Zelinski (Author)

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Paperback: 240 pages
Publisher: Ten Speed Press (Sep 1 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1580085520
ISBN-13: 978-1580085526
Product Dimensions: 24.8 x 16.8 x 2 cm
Shipping Weight: 382 g

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (33 customer reviews)

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An odd mix of amateur psychology and self-help is offered by this engineer happily and creatively unemployed for 14 years. His clear-as-a-bell message is that making the most of leisure involves knowing yourself inside and outside of work. And that, for most overworked and undersatisfied Americans, amounts to an overwhelming task. To some extent, Zelinski tames the process with a combination of humor, cartoons, quotes from the famous (and the not so), fan mail excerpts, and a host of exercises to try. Explored in depth are the nature of boredom (complaining is one sure sign), the value of work, inner passions and goals, and the potential maleficence of money. None of these thoughts are new; Abraham Maslow, for one, advocated the stages toward healthy humanity. Nor are the statistics, remarks, or observations unique. But the notion of how to enjoy free time is finally geared to a mass market. Barbara Jacobs --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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"The message is that leisure, not work, is critical to happiness. . . . Zelinski points out that no one'¬?s dying words have ever included, '¬´I wish I had worked more.'¬? "-Financial Post"Ernie Zelinski helps others find time to live."-Boston Herald"[Is the] key to success and keeping life meaningful."-Contra Costa Times

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5.0 out of 5 stars Be careful what you wish for..., Feb 26 2002

By	Justin Onstot (Mather, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Joy of Not Working (Paperback)

Mr. Zelinski's book is dangerous stuff. I was warned by the people who recommended the book to me... don't read it unless you are ready to make a change. I bought the book, and managed to pull myself away from my 4 hours of evening television one night last summer. I finished the book, and I've never looked back. Ernie's book helped me to figure out what it is that I am really passionate about. And from the book I gained the courage to leave the Corporate job that was sucking the life from me. I now have a whole list of active, engaging activities from which to choose. No more vegging in front of the tube. No more letting my career be the defining pillar of my life. Do yourself a favor, and read The Joy of Not Working. But be warned, you'll never look at TV the same way again...

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5.0 out of 5 stars Maybe you are working too hard, Nov 28 2005

By	Gail H. (Alberta) - See all my reviews

This is a fantastic book for anyone who is going to die in the next 100 years. In other words - it is time to wake up and realize that you don't have forever to get a life. If you don't have time today - when will you?
This book will get you thinking about what you really want in life. It might be more than money, stuff and a job title. Maybe you don't have to work quite so hard (according to Zelinski, even 8 hours a day is too much). If you are unemployed or retired maybe you could be enjoying your time more.
I recommend this book to just about anyone. It if full of life changing material, but at the same time is easy to read and entertaining. It is the type of book you will want to read more than once.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A very helpful book., Mar 17 2004

By	Steven Page "thewall28" (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews

My brother and I just spent a year on a sabbatical. When we were planning our time off, I searched the Internet for ideas and articles on the subject. I came across Ernie's book and went to Amazon to look it up. The description intrigued me and I ordered a copy. I am glad I did! The Joy of Not Working is a very helpful and funny book. The chapters on Zen and Money are my favorite. I have reread them several times. It is full of wit and wisdom with some funny cartoons to keep you laughing. I enjoyed in immensely and recommend it for anyone planning a sabbatical or about to enter retirement.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A very helpful book.
My brother and I just spent a year on a sabbatical. When we were planning our time off, I searched the Internet for ideas and articles on the subject. Read more

Published on Mar 17 2004 by Steven Page

2.0 out of 5 stars Good, but not worth the price
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Published on Mar 11 2004 by Robert R.

5.0 out of 5 stars You Go Ernie!!
I lost my job awhile back when my company relocated. While perusing the Want Ads one Sunday, I noticed an interesting review of this book in the newspaper books section. Read more

Published on Mar 9 2004 by Robin G

5.0 out of 5 stars Living every moment of your life
If your feeling over-worked, under-worked, bored, unsure, tired, depressed- whatever your feeling, Ernie Zelinski just might be able to get you to take a step back. Read more

Published on Feb 7 2004 by Nuria

2.0 out of 5 stars OK, but Loses a Star in the Canadian-to-US Exchange Rate
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