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What is Who Will Cry When you Die About?
Who Will Cry When You Die by Robin Sharma offers 101 lessons on how to live a fulfilling and meaningful life by focusing on one’s priorities and purpose. (Full Summary…)
Who Will Cry When you Die Summary Review
In ‘Who Will Cry When You Die?,’ Robin Sharma, the renowned author of the Monk Who Sold His Ferrari series, takes readers on a profound and enlightening journey towards a more meaningful and fulfilling existence. Sharma, a highly regarded leadership guru, skillfully amalgamates ancient wisdom with contemporary insights, presenting a manual that is both easily comprehensible and profoundly enriching.
Structured around 101 life lessons, this book provides readers with simple yet powerful solutions to navigate the complexities of life. Drawing inspiration from the Sanskrit saying, Sharma sets the tone by encouraging readers to live a life that leaves a profound impact on the world.
The lessons within the book span a diverse spectrum of topics, ranging from practical techniques for managing stress to fostering a mindset that appreciates the journey of life while simultaneously crafting a lasting legacy. Particularly noteworthy are lessons such as ‘Honor Your Past,’ which advocates embracing one’s history, and ‘See Troubles as Blessings,’ which promotes a positive perspective on life’s challenges. Sharma also underscores the significance of beginning each day on a positive note and uncovering one’s true calling.
Sharma’s writing style strikes a perfect balance between accessibility and profundity, making it effortless for readers to grasp the essence of each lesson. This book is not merely a manual for self-improvement; it serves as a guiding light for individuals seeking a transition from a success-driven life to one infused with deeper significance.
The book’s appeal extends beyond the realm of customer reviews, as it resonates deeply with those who have had the privilege of reading it. Sharma is lauded for his ability to convey profound aspects of life with simplicity. Many readers express their gratitude for the book’s positive impact on their lives, often regarding it as a personal favorite and enthusiastically recommending it to friends.
A notable strength of this book lies in its concise chapters, facilitating easy absorption and contemplation of the invaluable life lessons. Sharma’s warm and candid writing style adds a personal touch, elevating the overall reading experience.
While some reviewers may categorize the book within the self-help literature genre, it is worth highlighting its distinctive approach and practicality. The lessons offered in the book are akin to small gems of wisdom that readers can seamlessly incorporate into their daily lives.
In summary, ‘Who Will Cry When You Die?’ stands as a testament to Robin Sharma’s exceptional talent for distilling profound life lessons into an accessible and impactful format. This book serves as a treasure trove of wisdom, equipping readers with the essential tools to lead a life characterized by purpose, happiness, and enduring significance.
Who is the author of Who Will Cry When you Die?
Robin Sharma is a Canadian writer, best known for his The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari book series. Sharma worked as a litigation lawyer until age 25, when he self-published MegaLiving, a book on stress management and spirituality.
How long is Who Will Cry When you Die?
- Print length: 224 pages
What genre is Who Will Cry When you Die?
Self Help, Nonfiction, Philosophy
What are good quotes from Who Will Cry When you Die?
“I wept because I had no shoes until I saw a man who had no feet.”
“How high you will rise in your life will be determined not by how hard you work but by how well you think.”
“Wisdom is knowing what to do next, skill is knowing how to do it, and virtue is doing it,”
“Kindness, quite simply, is the rent we must pay for the space we occupy on this planet.”
“pain is a teacher and failure is the highway to success.”
“He who asks may be a fool for five minutes. He who doesn’t is a fool for a lifetime,”
“the tougher you are on yourself, the easier life will be on you.”
“You will never be able to eliminate a weakness you don’t even know about. The first step to eliminating a negative habit is to become aware of it.”
“if you have failed more than others, there is a very good chance you are living more completely than others.”
“Son, when you were born, you cried while the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die the world cries while you rejoice.”
“Life is no brief candle to me. It’s a sort of splendid torch which I’ve got to hold up for the moment and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.”
“Learn to Be Silent”
“Every second you dwell on the past you steal from your future. Every minute you spend focusing on your problems you take away from finding your solutions.”
“Children come to us more highly evolved than adults to teach us the lessons we need to learn.”
“The real secret to a life of abundance is to stop spending your days searching for security and to start spending your time pursuing opportunity.”
“One of the lessons I have learned in my own life is that if you don’t act on life, life has a habit of acting on you.”
― Robin S. Sharma, Who Will Cry When You Die?: Life Lessons From The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari
What are key takeaways from Who Will Cry When you Die?
Takeaway #1: Keep Perspective and Practice Self-Discipline
Live your life with the goal of being happy and fulfilled. This can be done by living a life that benefits both you and others. Here are a few simple rules that the author lives by. The first is maintaining perspective. That is, don’t get offended quickly and don’t take things too seriously. Put things in perspective and understand that someone else’s behavior has very little to do with you. Being self-disciplined is another way to have a happy and successful life. Learn to work through difficulties with others and don’t allow conflict to cause you to break off relationships. If you build lifelong friendships, you’ll learn a lot about life and you’ll be much happier.
Takeaway #2: Be Honest and Learn How to Deal With Failure
It is important that you don’t make promises you can’t keep. Breaking promises is a bad habit that can lead to others being disappointed with you. Instead, make honesty the center of your relationships. Watch telling little fibs to be liked or to impress others. Try being completely honest for an entire week. You must also learn to cope with failures and disappointments. In fact, you can learn a lot from these experiences. Have you ever noticed that people who have overcome a serious illness are more happy? They have this joy because they’ve learned to cope in the most difficult circumstances. They also have a better understanding of life and have learned to live life fully. Have you ever been afraid to take risks? When you avoid taking risks, you may miss out on something very special. However, if you tried something that seemed difficult, you might have accomplished it. If not, you’d learn something from it that would be useful to you later in life.
Takeaway #3: Focus on What is Essential
Life can be hectic. But you should have time to breathe and smell the roses. If you don’t, it is time to consider making a change. This change should start with prioritizing and determining what is important to you. Figuring out what is essential is a key to a more meaningful life. There is a Chinese tale that tells the secret of a sword-maker. It wasn’t his skill, but his dedication to his craft that made him so great. Think about the professional basketball player, Michael Jordan. He didn’t pick out his own clothes or manage his contracts. Instead, he focused on playing basketball. This doesn’t mean that you focus only on work. Taking time out to enjoy friends and family makes you healthier and happier. However, it doesn’t happen magically, you have to plan to take time off from work to relax.
Takeaway #4: Remind yourself how to enjoy life by imitating children and by taking good care of
If you watch children, you’ll see that they do what makes them happy. Adults should practice doing the same. Much of your day is spent on doing things you hate, such as paying bills, cleaning the house, or worrying. All these things are necessary, but, you shouldn’t give them any more time than is needed. Instead, live like a child. Eat ice cream, play with the dog and do fun activities no matter your age. To enjoy life, you must also take care of your body. A Harvard Study showed that exercise adds to one’s life span. Therefore, you should make exercise a part of your daily routine.
Takeaway #5: Focusing Solely on Goals is Counterproductive
People are obsessed with goals. They seem to believe that a new achievement will bring them joy. The process of achieving, however, is what is most beneficial because it helps you to mature. So celebrate the process, not just the achievement. If a new driver gets their license, instead of celebrating passing the test, they should also celebrate their independence and taking responsibility for themselves and others. All of this they got by going through the process of learning to drive. Self-awareness is just as important. The author enjoyed public speaking. But when listening to a recording, he realized he spoke way too fast. This led him to take a public speaking course, which brought him further professional success. Recognizing your weaknesses is the beginning of self-improvement.
Takeaway #6: Respect Time and Learn to Manage Emotional Reactions
People say that they have limited time, but they spend hours on social media. This shows how much they need to work on their time management. Time is precious, therefore, you should be careful to plan your time wisely. You should also be careful to invest in emotion management in order to be happy. Negative emotions can cause you to lose friendships you’ve spent years nurturing. Emotions can also be a time stealer. Think about how many times you’ve rehashed an argument in your mind. If you can manage your emotions, you’ll have time to do more and will be more productive. One way to learn this control is to count to 100 before you respond. If you need even more time to calm down, take it. Take some time to meditate or exercise to calm down.
Takeaway #7: Remember to Connect With Nature Regularly
Throughout the day, your brain is often in overdrive. One way to relax and calm down is to connect with nature. After the author spends the day doing public speaking or taking part in book signings, he will take a walk through the woods, which puts him in a meditative state. Take the time to clear your mind and you’ll find your priorities become clearer. Nature can also help you be more creative. You can also use your commuting time for mediation, relaxation or self-improvement. You can listen to a podcast or read a book if you’re on the subway.
Takeaway #8: Minimize Complaining, Focus On Contributing to the World Instead
It sometimes feels good to complain. But do you know someone that is in a constant state of whining? This results from a negative mindset, which can be changed by your being proactive. If you are always short on time, get up a little earlier. Don’t gripe about things that you can’t change. For example, you can’t do much about pollution, but you can recycle. Take action instead of complaining. When you do, you’ll realize that complaining is just wasted energy. You’ll be even more successful when you recognize your worth in terms of the world around you. When you know your worth, you’ll get a better-paying job. If you don’t think your skills are that valuable, work on acquiring them. In summarizing this book, when you die, people are more likely to cry when you have lived the best version of yourself. Your best self will come forward when you focus on your goals, have good time management, and have fun.
Tal Gur is an impact-driven entrepreneur, author, and investor. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey and most recent book,