Prescriptions for Living: Inspirational Lessons for a Joyful, Loving Life

Plot

A pioneer in the field of mind-body medicine, Bernie Siegel has led the way in demonstrating how peace of mind, a sense of meaning in one's life, and the willingness to give and receive unconditional love can influence one's ability to survive even the most serious of illnesses. As a surgeon, he learned about survival behavior from his patients and realized they were teaching him the wisdom of the sages. Now Bernie, as he prefers to be called, updates this wisdom for all of us. He embraces a wider audience of those facing ordinary challenges and offers a compass for navigating a course of happiness and fulfillment.