Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
The audiobook is a collection of segments from never before published speeches Fred Rogers gave to various graduating classes throughout the country, as well as other materials from books, songs, TV commentary, and more. Using stories from his own life, Rogers discusses the importance of human connections and offers intelligent insight and guidance to those venturing forth into the next stage in their life. Included in the collection:
"When I began working with children, I was so busy trying to be somebody for them, that I wasn't listening to them and giving them a chance to be themselves with me."
"The basic necessities that anyone needs in order to learn are: a sense of self-worth, a sense of trust, curiosity, the capacity to look and listen carefully, the capacity to play, and times of solitude.
Synopsis
An inspiring collection of thoughts to take with us on the paths we travel in life. For all the roads we choose to travel, and even those we don't, Fred Rogers has an observation, a story, some insights to share. Whether you're facing graduation, a new job, a new baby, marriage, any change in your life--expected or not--the wisdom that Mister Rogers offers can contribute mightily to the grace with which you handle the change.
With sections titled Who You Are Right Now, Loving and Being Loved, and Guided Drift, Fred addresses the scope of human transitions. It all comes down to knowing we're valuable, and that we're worthy of that value. As Fred would say, "You don't have to be anything more than who you are right now."
In her foreword, Joanne Rogers shares the Fred she knew. With stories from their life together, the joys as well as the struggles, Joanne shows how Fred looked at life as a journey--with the ups and downs and in-betweens.