Last Lecture | 
pickRandy was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in late 2006, and after failed attempts to halt its growth, was told to expect three to six months of good health. At the time of his terminal diagnosis, Randy was a computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University. In his last lecture, Pausch talks about achieving your dreams, the importance of overcoming obstacles, and seizing the moment.
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What would you tell those around you if you only had months to live?
This sobering end-of-life account reminds of how we can live a satisfying life.
This book covers a heavy topic in such a light hearted way you'll want to love those you care about in a much deeper way.
#nonfiction #bestseller
A really good reminder of how to deal with great advice, mentors, and opportunities.
#nonfiction #advice
"The brick walls are there to give us a chance to show how badly we want something."
Started reading this #nonfiction book about a Carnegie Mellon professor's legacy who was dying of cancer.
pickWhen your life flashes before you and you know the deadline, you write a book reminding others to appreciate everything in it.
pickA story about lecturer on how to live, let go of your ego and what legacy you want to leave behind.
so-soThis one is a great memoir, and a great legacy to leave his children. Some of his advice and wisdom are great nuggets for everyone. But I couldn‘t help thinking after having read a few of these type of books over the years (When Breath Becomes Air, Tuesday‘s With Morrie) that he comes off as very privileged and arrogant, he admits to both in his story too, but it made the first half of the book harder to read, I almost DNF‘ed, but the rest was ⤵️
I have an engineering problem.
While for the most part I'm in terrific physical shape, I have ten tumours in my liver and I have only a few months left to live.
“Experience is what you get when you didn‘t get what you wanted. And experience is often the most valuable thing you have to offer.”
“Complaining does not work as a strategy. We all have finite time and energy. Any time we spend whining is unlikely to help us achieve our goals. And it won‘t make us happier.”
panI‘m glad that this is a powerful book for a lot of people, but it just didn‘t offer me much. The more I read, the more I couldn‘t help but notice Pausch‘s privilege and how he came across as entitled and self-absorbed? I have no doubt that he worked hard for his achievements, but he also got incredibly lucky and I wish that had been acknowledged more. ⬇️
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Kicking off 2020 in the most perfect way. My cuddle buddy, a book and some tea. Could do without the head cold, but at least I‘m cozy. Happy New Year, Littens!! #lennox #catsoflitsy
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pickI had to read this book in high school but I chose to read it again as an adult and I still think it is a book that everyone should read.
A life well-lived can be many things. Watching Randy Pausch‘s last lecture you see it as lived deliberately, with intention and with spark. Watch it in its original form here https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ji5_MqicxSo
Hi everyone! I‘m sorry I‘ve been MIA for the last week, but I have exciting news! I just moved to a new city to start my Master of Library and Information Science degree! I had my orientation today and I think it will be a great program with a good bunch of people 🤗
I‘m obviously going to be busy with school for the foreseeable future, so I only brought a few books (and my Kobo) with me. I can‘t wait to start this next chapter of my life 👩🏫
pickDay 1 for the #maymakeup challenge. I was not expecting to start out this strong, but I‘ll take any head-start I can get!
I finished The Last Lecture. It was short but thought-provoking, and it had an enormous energy and drive to it that I admired. I also decided to try the #bookishbingo this month, so I‘ll be using this book for Character in Therapy (it‘s probably a stretch, but I‘m counting chemotherapy).
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Hey, Litsy! It has been a hot second... My life these days consists of continual reading for class. Currently working on this gem!
pickThis is my second read through and I am going to recommend despite having read this with a more critical eye than I had 10 years ago. Now at 45 and clearly aware of the theme of mortality that starts to creep in to life — If I was truly leaving something for me kids at 6, 3, and 18 months, I'd have written a series of children's books, not a self help manual they wouldn't possibly read before their mid to late teens.
I first read The Last Lecture over 10 years ago and while I enjoyed it, I didn't really connect with the author. Now at 45 years old, reading it again, I am getting so much more out of it.
The other day I quoted this very quote while talking about the power of faith and grace; especially in the face of loss and suffering. I just needed to share this powerful quote. #books #randypausch
Experience is what you get when you didn‘t get what you wanted. And experience is often the most valuable thing you have to offer
#QuotsyJan19 Day 10: Direct your #energy towards happier things. No whining. Friday is just around the corner.
pickI do not have enough words to show how much I appreciated this book. Randy Pausch must have been a stand up guy...And the life lessons he left behind for his kids are life lessons a lot of us could embrace. I laughed some but mostly cried my way through this book. We are early in the year, but I am certain this will be my book of the year.
Day 9: Favorite Book to give as a Gift.
I haven‘t given copies of The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch away a few times. It was written by a man who without really knowing it had lived out every dream he ever had in life. The book is a testament to living your best life...sadly he died a year or so after the book was published. I carry this book in my heart ♥️. #professionalbookworm #reader
Congratulations @Moray_Reads on your milestone and thank you for this #bookschangelivesgiveaway !
Ten years ago my husband was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Although his prognosis was good, our lives were turned upside down. Randy Pausch‘s unwavering positivity, love of life and family helped me get through those months. My mantra everyday is be present in every moment and cherish the gift of life.
This humorous anecdote by a man in his death bed, leaving behind a lovely wife and three kids!
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"If you dispense your own wisdom, others often dismiss it; if you offer wisdom from a third party, it seems less arrogant and more acceptable"
pickI just finished this book for my book club at work and wow. Randy Pausch was an incredible man, he had an outlook on life that is inspiring and gives me hope that no matter the stage in life things will be okay and that it is important to always ask for dreams are possible.
so-soWell-intentioned. That is the best way to describe this. Pausch comes off as a guy it would have been hard to spend much time around. He was dealt a shitty hand & he handled it with optimism & practicality. He also had an huge amount of privilege that allowed him to be optimistic & practical. He seemed oblivious to other people‘s challenges. I didn‘t hate it, & I am of course saddened that he died so young, but I didn‘t find this earth-shattering.
Reposting this pretty pic from when I was reading The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch for today's #MarchInBooks #(auto)biography
I haven't read many biographies tbh but those I've read have been very insightful: Ellie Wiesel, Malala, Frederick Douglass...
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One must have dream and dare to live it. That's the purpose of life, nothing more.
pickThe last lecture, a book about childhood dream and the way to realise it. What a book and what a life, earthly yet inspiring. The author talks about his last few months and how he decided to spend it. He focused on life than death. RIP Randy. You were one of a kind.
Borrowing from a coworker. I will be moving desks soon. In the meantime, while waiting for my new cube walls, may I please just sit and read? Please?
There's a lot of talk these days about giving children self-esteem. It's not something you can give; it's something they have to build.
