The Traveler's Gift - Andy Andrews

The Traveler's Gift

By Andy Andrews

  • Release Date: 2005-04-30
  • Genre: Self-Improvement
Score: 4.5
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From 419 Ratings

Description

A New York Times bestseller with over 1.3 million copies sold! Only a few months ago, he was a successful executive. Now he’s a desperate man. Join David Ponder on an incredible journey to discover the Seven Decisions for success that can turn any life around, no matter how hopeless a situation seems.

Forty-six-year-old David Ponder feels like a total failure. Once a high-flying executive in a Fortune 500 company, he now works a part-time, minimum wage job and struggles to support his family. Suddenly an even greater crisis hits: his daughter becomes ill, and he can’t even afford to get her the medical help she needs. When David’s car skids on an icy road, he wonders if he even cares to survive the crash.

But an extraordinary experience awaits David Ponder. He suddenly finds himself traveling back in time, meeting leaders and heroes at crucial moments in their lives—from Abraham Lincoln to Anne Frank. As David speaks with each of these historical figures, they share their personal philosophies with him. By the time his journey is over, he has received seven secrets for success—and a second chance. Among these crucial decisions for success are:
The buck stops here, and I am responsible for my past and my futureI will seek wisdom and be a servant to othersI will greet this day with a forgiving spirit, and I will forgive myselfToday I will choose to be happy and be the possessor of a grateful spirit
The message is simple: Life is about choices. While we have little control over the events that occur in our lives, success is determined by the choices we make daily. The Traveler’s Gift will challenge you, inspire you, and give you seven decisions that you can employ to determine your own personal success.

Acclaim for The Traveler’s Gift:
Good Morning America’s “Read This!” book selection for May 2003Hit the New York Times bestseller list and remained there for 17 weeksReached #5 on the New York Times Business Bestseller listWall Street Journal, USA Today, and Publisher’s Weekly bestsellerTranslated into nearly 20 languages, including Braille

Reviews

  • Absolutely Amazing

    5
    By kimberly89berry
    I read this book with my church, one chapter a week and it was so inspiring! Great read even with my family!
  • Good Book

    5
    By Queen Naomi 22
    This was a great book about faith in the Lord! I learned how I can’t keep wondering how my story will end as long as I trust God my story will be secured!
  • Inspired

    5
    By MrNMLowe
    After reading this book I have a whole new outlook on my life and my family and my thoughts and decisions I make.
  • In Time of Need

    5
    By Terrance B
    This was recommended by a friend after I experienced a bad car accident and recovering now - 6 weeks later still - at home. It couldn’t have been at a better time. What a compelling book and brilliant storytelling. If you have been through something traumatic or just stuck in a rut, take some time to do yourself a favor and read.
  • Best Book I’ve Ever Read

    5
    By Big Papi lol
    This book was given to me as a gift from a friend even though I’m not much of a reader. I didn’t really know what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much wisdom was in this book while also being wildly entertaining. I’ve now read all of Andy Andrews’s books and he’s the best author I’ve ever read
  • The Traveler's Gift

    5
    By Kandi Hardy
    I was engrossed in this book from the beginning. An extraordinary example of combining inspirational principles with touches of history. Ingenious!!! Want to give copies to everyone I know and care about!
  • Thank you Ava!

    5
    By ginacapcod
    Wow! Totally immersed in this book!
  • The Traveler's Gift

    5
    By Erin5624abc
    I loved this book! Going to buy The Young Traveler's Gift for my teens. So much wisdom in it!
  • Great book.

    5
    By RichardC21
    The Traveler's Gift: Seven Decisions that Determine Personal Success... My Real Estate Broker suggested I read this book. Best decision I made in purchasing this book. The 7 decisions of success will be something I commit to writing down everyday and reflecting on chapters quite often! Thanks Andy Andrews.
  • Fantastic!

    5
    By tbrown378
    This was an awesome book that really makes the reader think on and appreciate his or her life.

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