You Don't Have to Be Sick to Get Better!

By Michael Josephson

Every day, listeners around the United States tune in to hear Michael Josephson take on the issues that define our days and lives. Others hear his syndicated radio program worldwide over the American... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1888689129
• ISBN13: 9781888689129
• Release Date: December 2001
• Publisher: Josephson Institute of Ethics
• Length: 143 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.

Customer Reviews

A Little Book With A Lot Of Character!

Are you looking for a Chicken-Soup-type book which speaks not only to your soul, but to the very essence of your being, your character? Then your search is over! From his daily radio commentaries, author and ethicist Michael Josephson has masterfully compiled these 60 anecdotal life lessons based on what the Josephson Institute of Ethics has identified as The Six Pillars of Character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. These short essays will warm your heart and touch your soul as they challenge you to be a person of character. Parenting by the Pillars? It's in there. Coaching with Character? Got it. Kids of Character? Yep. This is one TRRFCC little book! I gave it as a gift this past Christmas and it left my friends and colleagues wanting more. Good news - The Best Is Yet To Come! The sequel is in publication. I spent this weekend reading its 64 essays and I continue to be thoroughly impressed and moved by its message.The timing for these books is perfect! As we approach the one-year anniversary of the tragedy of 9/11, what better way to honor the memory of those whose lives were lost in that character-less act of terrorism than to work on strengthening our own character while teaching our next generation to do the same. Don't miss this TRRFCC book!

A Handbook for a Larger Life

I teach ethics at the Graduate level in a major University & it may be that this book is all my students need to shape their lives & business careers in a more ethical direction. The book is neither preachy nor pedantic, but cannot fail to touch the reader in a very personal way. It would be impossible to read this book without having your life enlarged. We all probably ought to read it once a year just to remind ourselves of what we can be.

You Don't Have to Be Sick to Get Better!

Michael Josephson continues to be the preminent ethicist in the country. His insightful analytical ability, uncommon grace and compassion are quite apparent in his newest book, "You Don't Have to Be Sick to Get Better," which is a collection of some of his most memorable thoughts on ethics and character. As Character Counts! Coordinator for the Tulare County Office of Education located in the central San Joaquin Valley of California and graduate of the Josephson Institute of Ethics, this latest book by Michael Josephson has proved an invaluable resource. It is also personal inspiring, as I often start my day by including it in my morning meditation. It is truly a moral compass that guides me and enhances my desire to become a better person. I enthusiastically recommend this book to educators, parents, and those dedicated to the concept that character development is fundamental to creating better people and improving the quality of life for all in our communities.

Every day language with a great message.

The thing I like most about Michael Josephsons writing is the ease of reading. His stories send a great message with out the heavy language. Kids love these stories also.

Character really does count

"You don't have to be sick to get better" is a great book that everyone should read. It's filled with inspiring stories about courage, character, ethics and just being a good person. I have read several of the stories over and over and they still give me chills. Michael Josephson has an incredible conversational writing style and his personal character shows through it. My company puchased a total of 75 copies to send to our clients and I have passed my personal copy onto family members. Very good book. I highly recommend it.