Review of You Don't Have to Learn the Hard Way: Making It in the Real World: A Guide for Graduates (Hardcover)

I see where another reviewer rated this book poorly because they didn't believe all the hyped up reviews.I think that is a completely unfair review and perhaps would be better suited as feedback to reviews as opposed to a stand-alone rating of the book.

I've got the book sitting in front of me as I type this review, and I will say that all the positive reviews are very fair representations of what this book has to offer.

I honestly believe this book is suited not only for graduates, but also for parents.It is filled with life lessons we should all take time to teach our children.

It works really well for young adults because there are quizzes in each section that allow self-reflection.I believe this makes the book very appealing for those who need it most: college graduates and high school graduates.

For people like me - middle aged with young children, I can take the lessons in this book and apply them to not only my future, but also the future of my children.

FOR EXAMPLE:Chapter four is all about dating, marriage and parenting.Parrish's goal for the chapter is to advise the reader on making good decisions on the topic.Most Americans will tell you there is a serious problem with the way our teens and young adults relate to partners when it comes to dating and marriage.With almost half of all marriages ending in divorce, we honestly do need some good life lessons on the topic.In a numbered list in the chapter, Parrish reminds the reader to remember marriage is about trust and companionship, and not to let the physical excitement we feel during dating to rule whether or not our partner is worthy of our hand in marriage.

Hopefully Parrish's words and the format of this book will encourage young adult readers to consider the ramifications of each decision they make, how to realize a dream and make it come true, and how to truly become the person they aspire to be.It's certainly filled with great advice and life lessons and I look forward to sharing this with those I care about!



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