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第1章 More Praise for Your Life Isn't for You

"A brilliantly written and insightful book. Seth's vulnerability and honesty are irresistible-pulling you in and opening your heart to the possibility of a life without walls."

-Michael J. Merchant, President, ANASAZI Foundation

"Weaving his own personal story into Oscar Wilde's great story 'The Selfish Giant,' Seth manages to take profound ideas from moral philosophy and make them accessible to his reader. Those who have found themselves in the dark of this metaphorical winter will find a guide in Seth as he helps show all of us the way out through love."

-Matthew Whoolery, PhD, psychologist and Fulbright Scholar

"Seth's amazing book illustrates a powerful and proven path to happiness and gently reminds us how easily we forget this profound truth: focusing on others brings the deepest joy. Seth's earnestness, humility, and candor capture the essence of what it means to love. I believe it is one of the most important books I have ever read."

-Lindsay Hadley, CEO, Hadley Impact Consulting

"A lot of truth and wisdom in this little book! Seth shares life lessons in a succinct and powerful manner, with a humor that is both entertaining and instructive."

-Sterling C. Tanner, President and Executive Director, Forever Young Foundation

"In a society that seems to be terminally darkened by obsession with one's self, this book shines a quiet light on a profound paradox that is not only a key to finding happiness but a key to truly thriving."

-Nathan Mitchell, MS, LAC, psychotherapist

"Giants being jerks and salmon touching stars and Russia being Russia. These are just a few of the things Seth Adam Smith transforms with his clean, clear prose into a mythology that resounds with Truth-and that's truth with a capital T."

-Josh Weed, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and writer of the blog The Weed

"Seth Adam Smith generously shares his thoughts, feelings, and philosophies with unreserved friendliness toward the reader. It's no wonder that Seth continues to gain significant audience interest. His writing is authentic and honest and contains universal truths that initiate positive change in his individual readers."

-Garrett Batty, award-winning writer/director of the inspiring hit film The Saratov Approach

"Your Life Isn't for You achieves a rare feat: it manages to preach without being preachy and it offers a trove of spiritual lessons that don't require the reader to be 'spiritual.' There's a reason Seth Adam Smith's writing went viral. It's clear and sharp, and maybe most importantly, it asks the big questions about how we can better serve ourselves by serving others."

-Seamus McKiernan, Senior Blog Editor, Special Projects, The Huffington Post

"What you will experience as you read this book and any of Seth's writings are a moved heart and a sharper mind. The only thing better than reading the writings of Seth Smith is hanging out with him in person."

-Maurice W. Harker, CMHC, Director, Life Changing Services

"One of the greatest treasures that exist is the offerings given from the heart. Seth has given such a gift. Through the dark labyrinth of depression comes something as soft as the petal of a flower."

-Angela Johnson, sculptor of The Light of the World Garden

"A realistic look at the power of selflessness. Smith's lighthearted language makes the heavy message not just palatable but tasty."

-Meg Johnson, motivational speaker, author, and cofounder of Ms. Wheelchair Utah

"Your Life Isn't For You speaks with a simple, practical wisdom born not of academic study, but of richly layered life experience. Seth Adam Smith writes with compassion, authority, and insight, and his style is fresh, humorous, and engaging. His message is relevant to anyone who's ever had a depressing thought-which is all of us."

-Carrie Maxwell Wrigley, LCSW, Morning Light Counseling

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