Review by nam_dayal -- Rediscovering the Wisdom of Human...
Posted: 14 Dec 2020, 11:22
[Following is a volunteer review of "Rediscovering the Wisdom of Human Nature" by Chet Shupe.]
Rediscovering the Wisdom of Human Nature
By Chet Schupe
The book starts with a simple claim, based on which is the whole idea the author tries to elaborate on. What’s so interesting about the core idea of Rediscovering the ‘Wisdom of Human Nature’ is that it, as the author claims, can save humanity. The author, Chet Schupe, believes that humans have lost connection to the innate desire of their souls, which he refers to as the evolutionary wisdom of the human soul.
Chet’s concern takes root in humanity’s inability to cope up with the complications of modern life, which leads to many of us feeling inadequate or depressed. He nudges that the modern world is an institutional one, a paradigm that is not appropriate for humans. One can’t help but feel compelled to read on as the author goes on to explain the very nature of what ails us in this modern world and how we as a society can overcome it.
The text may lead to some bemusement on the part of the reader, but the way the author has covered the topics — in a style that is not only relatable but thought-provoking — one might feel understood yet challenged by Chet’s ideas to the interception of the modern epidemic of living half a life. All in all, the book probes deep questions like: Are we living life in a way that will help our species flourish, or are we choking on factors out of our control? What can we even do to rectify the error of our ways?
I loved how the author seems to have taken a moment to step back and look at the bigger picture. His emphatic claims and revolutionary ideas are like a breath of fresh air. One can’t help but feel included in Chet’s resolve and vision of a better future, one that is harmonious for humans outside and within. I did not like some of his seemingly inflexible ideas, his rigidity regarding what is or is not relevant to humans once in their natural element.
After careful reading, I rate the book with 3 out of 4 stars. The reason is that even though it is a fulfilling read, the author’s solutions lose weight in the later chapters after the intense build-up in the initial ones. On the other hand, some of his explanations I simply could not bring myself to agree with. Nevertheless, it was a read that challenged me thoroughly; and the encouragement offered by Chet to find one’s own way instead of waiting around for others to share their vision makes up for the lost enthusiasm. He is also remarkably humble about his error-prone suggestions and wise in his ways of understanding the nature of humanity’s suffering.
I will recommend this book to everyone but especially to those who are more of a thinker than a believer. To enjoy this book, it is important that you read it with an open mind. It’s a good book to start questioning your way of life, in case it doesn’t serve your emotional needs. The author poses some very profound and intriguing questions that may make one want to reach out to the wisdom of his/her soul. I must add that this might tingle a stoic and make a narcissist cry.
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Rediscovering the Wisdom of Human Nature
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
Rediscovering the Wisdom of Human Nature
By Chet Schupe
The book starts with a simple claim, based on which is the whole idea the author tries to elaborate on. What’s so interesting about the core idea of Rediscovering the ‘Wisdom of Human Nature’ is that it, as the author claims, can save humanity. The author, Chet Schupe, believes that humans have lost connection to the innate desire of their souls, which he refers to as the evolutionary wisdom of the human soul.
Chet’s concern takes root in humanity’s inability to cope up with the complications of modern life, which leads to many of us feeling inadequate or depressed. He nudges that the modern world is an institutional one, a paradigm that is not appropriate for humans. One can’t help but feel compelled to read on as the author goes on to explain the very nature of what ails us in this modern world and how we as a society can overcome it.
The text may lead to some bemusement on the part of the reader, but the way the author has covered the topics — in a style that is not only relatable but thought-provoking — one might feel understood yet challenged by Chet’s ideas to the interception of the modern epidemic of living half a life. All in all, the book probes deep questions like: Are we living life in a way that will help our species flourish, or are we choking on factors out of our control? What can we even do to rectify the error of our ways?
I loved how the author seems to have taken a moment to step back and look at the bigger picture. His emphatic claims and revolutionary ideas are like a breath of fresh air. One can’t help but feel included in Chet’s resolve and vision of a better future, one that is harmonious for humans outside and within. I did not like some of his seemingly inflexible ideas, his rigidity regarding what is or is not relevant to humans once in their natural element.
After careful reading, I rate the book with 3 out of 4 stars. The reason is that even though it is a fulfilling read, the author’s solutions lose weight in the later chapters after the intense build-up in the initial ones. On the other hand, some of his explanations I simply could not bring myself to agree with. Nevertheless, it was a read that challenged me thoroughly; and the encouragement offered by Chet to find one’s own way instead of waiting around for others to share their vision makes up for the lost enthusiasm. He is also remarkably humble about his error-prone suggestions and wise in his ways of understanding the nature of humanity’s suffering.
I will recommend this book to everyone but especially to those who are more of a thinker than a believer. To enjoy this book, it is important that you read it with an open mind. It’s a good book to start questioning your way of life, in case it doesn’t serve your emotional needs. The author poses some very profound and intriguing questions that may make one want to reach out to the wisdom of his/her soul. I must add that this might tingle a stoic and make a narcissist cry.
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Rediscovering the Wisdom of Human Nature
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon