@LiterateTexan
I left my corporate job in 2005, and I've never regretted it. I made a lot more money than I would have if I had stayed in corporate America, and I've had unbelievable experiences and freedom. It was the best life decision I ever made. 15-20 years from now, I think you might feel the same way.
@El_myth
Jared, this is your best video. I think due to your circumstances and - at least to my perception - the way your delivery has slightly changed, i found your words deeply moving. Good work. I hope this channel takes off and you can continue growing as a modern day teacher and philosopher.
@hap1678
Ecclesiastes is one of my favorite books to retreat to when I am in hard times. Almost a existentialist/nihilistic Christian text that bring me so much comfort.
@berniekatzroy
During hard times I read the very hungry caterpillar.
@jeffdavidson6146
I loved "Goodbye Darkness" by William Manchester. I've read it multiple times and I've enjoyed it on Audible, too. William Manchester has passed on, but in life he was a WWII veteran who served in the Pacific theater, fighting the Japanese in places like Iwo Jima and Okinawa. His account is often hair-raising and quite gruesome actually (fair warning), and yet it is also very vivid, sublime and deeply humbling. This is someone who has seen the hell of war, firsthand. His account gave me some perspective, that's for sure. One of my favorite aspects of his story is that even after seeing things and living through things that would leave most of us completely trashed in the brains department, he went on to build a great life for himself after the war; he earned multiple college degrees, got married, had kids and taught at Wesleyan University. He also wrote 18 books. I am amazed at his resilience, and his ability to rebuild after going through so much. I am moved by the power of his example. His writing style is also possessing of a "voice" that I've come to trust. It has a way of pulling you in. His other books are good too, but "Goodbye Darkness" is a book I find myself coming back to over and over again. I can't recommend it enough, but especially to anyone who's going through hard times.
@artiste335
I recommend "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl, as well as Michael Newton's books "Journey of Souls" and "Destiny of Souls".
@CDC39A
As a Christian Minister, who is also trying to revitalize the love for the arts and philosophy among young people. Thank you for your content. It has helped me to often remember how I started on this journey and how to help others start as well.
@idrankwhatt
Surprised if nobody has already said this, but Emerson's writings put everything in perspective for me. As Nietzsche said "felt so at home in a book; felt so much, indeed, as if the home were my own".
@Bushviking
I have gotten great comfort and peace from Pirsig's "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance". Especially as a teacher: "I really hope you have been teaching Quality this year" hits home. Herman Hesse's "Der Steppenwolf" and "Siddharta", And somehow re-reading a part of "the Hitchhiker's guide" always cheers me up. Oh! and anything by Tom Robbins (Jitterbug Perfume!).
@alaamounzer3044
I read seneca as well when I got laid off. It was one of the best decisions of my life. Seneca was able to put my mind and heart to peace and satisfaction. Highly recommend.
@rosidox
The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery. It's just a little novel, but it brings me so much comfort. I first read it as a young teen, and I come back to it when I am making choices in my life that have me start worrying about other people's opinions of me. The main character is an early 1900s "spinster" hemmed in by propriety, dependent upon her family, and also the butt of their jokes. She gets bad news about her health, which prompts her to take life into her own hands. It's a charming little adventure of spirit. My hot cup of tea in book form. ❤
@hatethenewyou
Having a hard time right now and Dostoyevsky's TBK is bringing me comfort.
@Summalogicae
Took the UCBerkeley Latin Intensive over a summer long ago, and afterwards read The Consolation of Philosophy in Latin. It was one of the most beautiful experiences I’ve ever had; one that acted as a kind of balm.
@thomasscottwilliams6672
There are very few earnest booktubers now so I really wish you happiness and good luck, stay true to you and keep enjoying books, if you really enjoy something it is easily conveyed by the lens, no acting needed. There is a wealth of literature hungry readers out there, we don’t want to know how many books you’ve read in 4 weeks rather which books are poignant or emotionally valuable and why, deep dives into these are good, classical literature has lots of fans
@telenmar112
I watched this video and picked up the Chicago University Press edition of "Seneca: Hardship and Happiness." The "Consolation to Marcia" and its discussion of grief really spoke to me. I really recommend it to anybody experiencing loss of any kind.
@gilbertc.1667
The books blindness, and seeing by José Saramago have become staples in my backpack, and this reminds me that I need to get new copies
@thomasceneri867
I love your adorable doggo rolling around on your couch!
@semuren
Excellent supporting performance from the canine friend on the sofa in the background
@Eudaimonia88
I have come across a lot of videos of people talking about literature and many are sub-par or pretentious, however, this video and its superb protagonist have left me feeling moved and yearning for more! You're a bright star in an otherwise pretty starless firmament, Jared!
@Hammockrider