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Philosophy from the Mud by Erik Quisling appears to be a thought-provoking exploration of both fiction and non-fiction elements, with a focus on the Theory of Masterful Effortless. The blending of fables with philosophical insights adds depth and intrigue to the narrative, offering readers both entertainment and enlightenment.
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Thank you for sharing your insightful review of Erik Quisling's "Philosophy from the Mud." It sounds like a thought-provoking read, blending fiction and non-fiction to convey the Theory of Masterful Effortless. Your detailed analysis of the book's content and structure, highlighting the balance between fables and self-help principles, is truly enlightening.

It's interesting to hear that the non-fiction portion of the book resonated with you more, focusing on the five laws of Effortless Theory and their practical application in daily life. Your emphasis on the author's goal to help readers live abundantly and carefree is inspiring.

Your critique of the book's cover and suggestion for clearer marketing as a self-help book are valid points. It seems like the content itself more than makes up for any initial misgivings about the packaging.

I appreciate your thoughtful evaluation and recommendation of "Philosophy from the Mud." It sounds like a valuable read for anyone seeking to improve their outlook on life and embrace the principles of Effortless Theory.

Thank you for sharing your perspective and insights on this book. Your review has certainly piqued my interest, and I look forward to exploring it further.
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I am no longer attracted to self-help reads; I have a ton of them. I also steer clear of Philosophy. But the cover and the mention of the ant, the worm, and the clam made me smile. Maybe I will look into the book after all.
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"Philosophy from the Mud" by Erik Quisling presents the Theory of Masterful Effortlessness in an engaging way by fusing thought-provoking non-fiction with fiction. The book uses stories to entertain while attempting to improve lives by comprehending and putting its five laws into practice. Congratulations on #BOTD.
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This book sounds like a treat to read. The book must be written with humor and a certain lightness that perfectly translates the message that the author is trying to teach us. Great review!
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I don't particularly care for these types of books, even though the structure sounds interesting. And at this point in my seventh decade, I'm fairly content with who I am and where I'm at, so the content doesn't seem relevant. Congrats to the author on BOTD.
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What are the laws of Effortless Theory? Is it possible to achieve so much doing less? I'm interested in living an abundant life, but I'm not quite sure that it is achieved with little effort.
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The Five Laws of Effortless Theory sound helpful.

Thank you for the great review.
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Living a carefree life has always been an interest of mine. I'm curious though, how fiction and non-fiction would be mixed.
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I like that the reviewer interpreted the book as self-help in a creative way. I also enjoyed that the review noted that the author used both fiction and non-fiction to express philosophies.
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I agree it is a combination of fiction and non fiction and the review beautifully captures the essence of the book
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I am fascinated by the "Theory of Masterful Effortless". I am intrigued by the five laws of the aforementioned theort. I am interested in learning how theory can help me live an abundant yet carefree life.
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The book sounds interesting. There's a general rule of life. You can't embody negativity and expect a positive life. The book explains this and more. Congratulations to the author.
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I like the idea of the author mixing fiction with non-fiction to state the main point of the book. It's surely a thoughtful book from which readers can learn something. Congrats on BOTD!
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The emphasis on co-creating one's life and embracing abundance without bounds resonates deeply with the modern pursuit of mindfulness and personal growth. By highlighting the power of words, feelings, and actions, the author provides practical insights for transforming one's mindset and behavior.
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