I thought I’d write a blog post revolving around “How to Stop Worrying and Start Living” written by Dale Carnegie.
I have known about Dale Carnegie and his writings for many years. He, I suppose, was the first self help Guru drawing on his experiences, and I would strongly suggest listening or reading the book I focus on. This is a man who met the likes of Laurence of Arabia across to Rockefeller.
He died in 1955 but I honestly think that this book is a vital read for learning not to worry and living in the moment. His life spanned the turn of the century, the rise of capitalism, and the rise of great men who have somewhat disappeared from popular vernacular.
What is important…
That Carnegie spoke from experience and tried and tested methods in a time where there was no Social Media or as I coin it, the “Cult of the Personality.” This book I feel is a vital read for any person who works in a demanding career or for that matter is ambitious, or wants to succeed in an ethical manner, but also enjoy the simple things like a family life. The book is not full of the trite shite that we now see with a lot of “self help” specialists or posted on Social Media. That in my opinion are too easily believed and not backed up by lived experience. So get a copy and read.
Remember, today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday
I have been listening to the Audible version of his book and this quote from the book really stuck in my mind. I suspect a number of people have read of the contemporary Eckart Tolle and his “The Power of Now” and will understand this quote and the book for that matter. In worrying about what may happen you do not live in the moment, which is your actual reality. Worrying as to what if’s is living in a false reality. Living in the now and actioning the now is how one should live, and please note this does not mean you cannot dream, nor plan. Carnegie with his book and specifically quote nails it, and keep re-reading the quote until it sinks in.
I also believe Calvin’s philosophy should be observed - real time keeping it in the moment….