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There are currently 21 member reviews
for A Simple Act of Gratitude
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Nancy R. (Johnson City, TN)
365 Thank Yous
Wow! I almost read this book in one sitting. It was so good--inspirational, but not in a didactic, overtly spiritual, hit you over the head kind of way. It's one of those books that you (okay I) can definitely relate to. How often do we dwell on the not so wonderful parts of our lives, when we really have so very much to be thankful for. It isn't until we stop and really take the time to think that we realize what is good and precious in our lives. But author John Kralik takes it one step further--he actually puts pen to paper and begins to thank the people around him for kindnesses large and small. And as he does, something happens. Is it his circumstances that change, or is it that he changes how he thinks about his circumstances? You have to read the book to find out (cheesy, I know). But the coolest part about reading the book was that I began to think about myself, my own circumstances, and the people whom I would/could/should thank for their presence in my life and the kindnesses they have shown, great and small. Now I just need to follow through... This is definitely worth reading.
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Pam C. (Lafayette, CA) Owner Hooked on Books
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You
365 Thank Yous was one of the most uplifting and inspirational books I have read in a long while. I started it one afternoon and got up early the next morning to finish it and was so disappointed when it ended! As I read the book, I began my own mental list of the thank you notes that I need to send. This book, though, is about more than writing the notes. It is about what we have in our lives to be grateful for and how remembering those things and people can be transformational. If you only read one inspiring book this year, this should be the one! Then go buy a box of thank you notes.
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Marissa P. (Tarrytown, NY)
Uplifting and Heartfelt
This is the story of a man who was suffering in every area of his life, his law firm was struggling to make ends meet and he felt there was nothing positive for him to experience until he decided one day to write 365 thank you notes to people he had contact with either through work or everyday life. This is a triumphant book and a must read.
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John D. (Garland, TX)
365 Thank Yous
Well written and enjoyable. Even though the author's motive for writing the thank you notes began as a quest for his own personal gain, he eventually learned to write the notes for the right reasons. It would be a better world if we all, including myself, followed his example.
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Randi E. (Walnut Creek, CA)
Positive Energy!
John Kralik's life could belong to any of us....relationship problems, health problems, money problems, stress! What I enjoyed was the simplicity of his exercise....write one thank you a day and mail it off. I'm a big fan of "positive energy", and can imagine how it can work wonders in one's life. As it did in John's. Can it solve all problems? No. But the simple act of daily gratefulness was very powerful in his life. A great read for today's uncertain times!
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Cecile G. (Mansfield, TX)
The benefits of saying "thank-you."
Thank you for the opportunity to read Mr. Kralik's book. Once again our mothers' encouragement of good manners has won out in the end. Thank yous are never given enough and the title character found some encouragement in his life with a simple gesture. Well written and a quick read which is always a good thing.
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Lynn B. (Pittsburgh, PA)
Thank You!
The concept of this book is inspiring and thought provoking. While there are some slow spots in the book, the overall premise is intriguing. Because the author vows to write a Thank You note everyday for a year, he is forced to appreciate the good things rather than dwell on the negative. He doesn't set out to make this project a "self help" endeavor, it is simply a goal he has made for himself. I found this to be the most refreshing aspect of the story. Because he is forced to look for the good things, so that he can write his Thank You notes, his entire perspective changes and eventually his life. I recommend this book to everyone, of all ages. It is an easy, fast read and the concept while simple, is something all can benefit from.
