Me to We: Turning Self-Help On Its Head [Paperback]

 

 

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There is much to say about this book, its message and how it has affected me.

But here it is in a nutshell: let's not kid ourselves any longer, or offer excuses for why we don't do what we should do. This book is a MUST-HAVE for anyone interested in becoming a real human being.

Simple. Straightforward. Inspiring. It presents the world as it realistically is and as it idealistically should be; the key to effecting this change being selfless, united effort.

It's the 'Golden Rule' philosophy and the 'No Man Is An Island' realization at their enlightening and practical best.

Stocking stuffers for everyone who means anything to you.

M. Antonello
CEO TurnStyle Imaging

I am currently studying in China and was given the book Me to We book by a Canadian friend who came to visit this week. Having lived in Canada most of my life, I am very familiar with the work of Craig and Marc Kielburger. I was privileged to hear Craig speak at university and I also read his book Free the Children which I really found quite inspiring, especially considering his age at the time. In the past year, I have also learned more about his school building campaign in rural China where many poor children are in desperate need of schools.
I loved Me to We not only because it consisted of great motivational and inspiring stories of wonderful people like Oprah, but also those of ordinary people like Tim Lefens, a very self-centered artist who found his soul in the most handicapped and helpless people, Kathy Buckley (a comedian and writer) whose story made me laugh and teary eyed at the same time and Jonathan White whose small act of kindness to an old woman at the check out counter of a grocery store reminds us all how we can bring so much joy to others and to ourselves in the smallest actions.
Although I was familiar with a couple of Craig¡¯s stories and adventures, there were many new ones from him and his brother that I enjoyed reading. I thought that it was an important part of the book for them to share as it helps people to better understand what inspires them in their work.
I think the Me to We message is so important! It is so easy to become caught up in all of the advertising today that conditions us to believe that happiness lies in accumulating material things rather than developing intimate relationships and finding personal meaning through our contribution to the world and to others. I saw this in North America and now I see the same thing happening with young people in China, as they become more open to the world and their economy develops. Long hours of work, strong competition, little time for family or friends or people they care about as they work to accumulate the many possessions that advertisers lead them to believe will make them happy.
Finally, I think the idea of the suggestions at the end of the book on how we can all change our own lives Ceven write our own story to change the world were great. Unlike most books of inspirational stories, Me to We is also a balance between theory for reflection and ideas for action.
I specifically checked out Amazon.ca to see if the book was listed because I wanted to encourage others to buy the book and to start living the Me to We philosophy. I think if we all gave it a try, the world may just be a better place for everyone. Thanks for all of your fine work, Marc and Craig. You are an inspiration to people of all ages!
Linda Qi

Writing reviews is usually not my style. As a reader, however, who has bought several copies of this book through amazon.ca both for my friends and myself, I felt compelled to express my opinion on Me to We. In a world where the false promises of media, advertisers and competition so often leave us bruised and in search of meaning and happiness, a Me to We philosophy for living is so important for all of us. Me to We not only helps illustrate how we are all interconnected and interdependent but also how we can find purpose, meaning and fulfilment by opening ourselves up to others and sharing those special God-given gifts each and everyone of us has. One does not need to be a president or prime minister, a Bill Gates or a Nelson Mandella to change the world. Each of us can leave our special mark on society by finding our own special talents and sharing these with others. In the process not only do we help to make the world a better place but we also become better and happier people. Me to We combines both a philosophy for living and examples of this philosophy from people of all ages. The stories are real, heartfelt, poignant, inspiring and can be duplicated. An important book for all ages!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book!!!
This is an amazing book! Anyone who has ever felt like they wanted more out of life must read it...it will completely change your outlook. Read more

Published on Oct 23 2006 by Q. Li

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
I loved this book, truly inspiring. Reading the Me to We philosophy has certainly changed my outlook on life. Everyone should read this book!

Published on Mar 5 2006

5.0 out of 5 stars Reaching out to relationships
This book taught me so much about the importance of relationships and connecting with other people as a source of happiness. Read more

Published on Aug 5 2005 by Jane Anderson

5.0 out of 5 stars Change
The stories within these pages are some of the most inspiring and eye-opening pieces that I have ever read. Read more

Published on Jun 18 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
I think the book is worth a read if you're interested in finding a different perspective than the current status quo. Read more

Published on May 29 2005 by Lori

2.0 out of 5 stars A real review from an actual reader
I read this book and unfortunately I must disagree with each and every single review written here so far. Read more

Published on Mar 12 2005 by Sara

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring
It's fantastic to find a book that is as inspiring as Me to We. It's a must read for everyone to unite the way the world is desperately needed to be reunited now. Read more

Published on Feb 14 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing ........will change your life
I bought 10 copies of this book and gave one to all of my friends. This is what a self help book should be. Read it and it will change your life. Read more

Published on Dec 30 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Get out and make a difference!
The story of young men Craig and Mark Kielburger is inspirational in itself. In their book Me to We, they truly inspire you to start making a difference. Read more

Published on Oct 19 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Advancing Social Change
This book has inspired me - I know it will also have the power to inspire you!

Me to We powerfully shows young people and adults how fostering community relationships - rarely... Read more

Published on Sep 22 2004 by Paul Cescon

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