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Kitchen Table Wisdom: Stories that Heal, 10th Anniversary Edition

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"I recommend this book highly to everyone." --Deepak Chopra, M.D. This special updated version of the New York Times-bestseller, Kitchen Table Wisdom, addresses the same spiritual issues that made the original a bestseller: suffering, meaning, love, faith, and miracles. "Despite the awesome powers of technology, many of us still do not live very well," says Dr. Rachel Remen. "We may need to listen to one another's stories again." Dr. Remen, whose unique perspective on healing comes from her background as a physician, a professor of medicine, a therapist, and a long-term survivor of chronic illness, invites us to listen from the soul. This remarkable collection of true stories draws on the concept of "kitchen table wisdom"-- the human tradition of shared experience that shows us life in all its power and mystery and reminds us that the things we cannot measure may be the things that ultimately sustain and enrich our lives. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Riverhead Books; Anniversary edition (August 1, 2006)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 384 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 90


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.2 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.6 x 1 x 8.2 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #31,099 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #76 in Medical Professional Biographies #886 in Personal Transformation Self-Help #1,110 in Memoirs (Books)


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    • One of the best books I have read
I love this book. A tender view from the physicians' side of caring for others. Gleaning important truths with love. Sit down with a cup of coffee or tea, you won't want to put this book down. Great stories, with gems of wisdom, are all there.
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2024 by Rivergirl
    • Kitchen Table Wisdom
This book came into my possession by way of a patient who left in the doctor's waiting room. My girlfriend's son, who works in the doctor's office, tried to return it to her. She told him to keep it. He thought of me knowing that I would appreciate such a book. It was a God send at a time I needed it. The wisdom brought me comfort as started doubting that I had made the right decision about my heart surgery. It is an amazing book. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2024 by Peter Kamenik
    • Thoughtful andethought provoking
In the last year of my Mom's life we read through this book together. It opened spaces for deep discussions. The writer has the gift of presenting experiences that are relatable and poignant.
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2024 by Eileen
    • A wisdom packed book WE ALL NEED
With over 2k reviews, Do we really need 1 more? YES!! --WHY ?? B/C if you are what you eat, then, you are also what you allow your head to feed on. In a world filled with so much negitivism, & lack of genuine compassion for others, this is a must read. A time to slow down and really think about all the lies we tell our selves. A time to learn how to discern what is REALLY going on and what you "think" about yourself and others. A long time ago, in a world far, far away we use to take the time to just sit and listen. Now we just text, "connect" on social media, and get many of our " facts" from Google. IF your world is moving too fast, OR you are just a bit too stressed out. Or are anxious about the things you think you have no controll over; It's well past the time to slow down and connect, and feed your brain some real " super food" in the form of wisdom. I have leared much about myself, and others, after reading this book & nowjust stopping to rethink. So will you IF are willing. You may not have the time..... BUT if you TAKE the time you too can be wiser for it. I have loaned my book out to someone, who then bought their own copy after reading mine. Then loaned this out to one of her friends. Who did exactly the same thing. This book has sold so many copies, not b/c of advertising. BUT b/c of word of mouth. ●●FYI : I NEVER take ANY kind of kick back or promotion for ANY of my reviews. Nor am I a " vine" purchaser or reciever. My opinions are not for sale. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2024 by Savy Shopper
    • Good book
Good book with a lot of things and situations and insights.
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2024 by Evelyn
    • This is awesome for those who are suffering from a long term ...
I have not finished this book yet, there is so much information to think about that I am taking my time.. I ordered the paperback this time for I am a reader who likes to make notes or underline the important areas that I want to go back and re-read. I am reading this with another person and take sections at a time for discussion. We may have different points of view on the subject that is written but both of us come away with a positive outlook and gain from each other. This is awesome for those who are suffering from a long term or even a short term illness and it does not have the get quick solutions to cure you. The book is for your heart and soul, things to think about without getting into religious controversy but everyday living with a positive outlook that helps to be positive about yourself. It seems that this book was written for each individual that are on a steep journey of life no matter what the illness or even a simple problem may be. What a great book for a book club or any individual that just have to deal with everyday living, that includes all of us. It is beautifully written. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2018 by Diva
    • Wisdom Wrapped In A Story
If I was sitting across the table and complaining to Rachel Remen about something going on in my life, I am certain she would give me a pearl of wisdom wrapped in a story. Not only am I wiser for the reading of Kitchen Table Wisdom, I am more human. This book contains approximately eighty extremely short stories from Remen’s counseling practice, primarily with cancer patients. Many passages left me with tears in my eyes. And though the stories were about her patients and coworkers aha moments, it was I who was illuminated. I cried over my negative attitudes and my courage. Remen exposed me to myself by telling stories of her own experiences as a physician, and then as a counselor. She went to medical school at a time when there were not many women doctors. In order to be successful, she covered over her own tenderness with clinical expertise. Through turns of circumstances interspersed in the book, she uncovered much of the softness that her Jewish grandfather had instilled in her. Her transparency about her own journey is refreshing, which in turn suggests to the reader that they, too, may have something to discover about their own life. I was particularly moved by a story of a male patient in the final stages of cancer. What he loved more than anything about seeing his oncologist, he told Remen, were the conversations they would have at the end of his appointments. This doctor was the only person in his life who he felt completely understood what he was going through. Eventually his doctor said there was nothing more he could do; though additional chemotherapy might prolong his life. He did not want more chemotherapy, so the doctor released him from his care. He was devastated; yet he resumed treatments just to have those short conversations! The story continues. Remen is also the counselor of the man’s oncologist. This doctor came to Remen because he felt his life did not matter. He believed if he died no one would miss him! In three pages, I have been given a beautiful story. Inside the story I see more clearly the value of listening to others with an open heart. And though Remen cannot tell the oncologist of the great impact he was making on one man’s life, she does tell me that even if I cannot see it, my life is significant to someone. Kitchen Table Wisdom is a must read for everyone who desires to expand their humanness. Thank you, Dr. Remen, for many hours of personal counseling. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2014 by Karen Thoms
    • Inspirational Book and Quality of paper and paper cover excellent
I found out about this author through a seminar on writing memoirs. It is filled with a personal witnessing of life, the human spirit in facing cancer as the healer and patient; and touching stories about her personal life and inspirations.
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2024 by Adrienne C.

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