Tuesdays with Morrie: A Lesson in How to Live
Some books stay with you long after you’ve closed the last page. For me, Tuesdays with Morrie. An old man, a young man, and life’s greatest lesson by Mitch Albom is one of those books. I didn’t just read it—I felt it. This isn’t just a story; it’s a collection of life lessons, drawn from the final days of a man who knew he was dying but still chose to live fully.
Morrie Schwartz Quote: “Once you learn how to die you learn how to live.”
“Once you learn how to die, you learn how to live.”
This powerful idea is at the heart of the book, and it stuck with me. Morrie Schwartz, the old man in this story, was facing ALS—a disease that slowly took away his ability to move. But it didn’t touch his spirit. Over the course of 14 Tuesdays, his former student, Mitch, the young man, visited him. During their time together, Morrie shared his wisdom on life, death, love, and what it means to live without regrets.
What struck me most was how Morrie embraced his fate. Instead of fearing death, he prepared for it in his own way. He even held what he called a ‘living funeral,’ where people could tell him how much they loved him while he was still alive to hear it. Morrie wasn’t focused on what he was losing—he was focused on what he still had. This got me thinking: How often do we rush through life, missing out on the moments that truly matter?
Morrie Schwartz Quote: “Life is a series of pulls back and forth….you should never take anything for granted.”
Morrie also talked about the constant pull of life. He said, “Life is a series of pulls back and forth. You want to do one thing, but you’re bound to do something else. Something hurts you, yet you know you shouldn’t let it. You take certain things for granted even when you know you should never take anything for granted.”
That really hit me. How many times have we felt torn between what we want and what we think we should do? How often do we let little things bother us or take the people we love for granted? Morrie’s words made me reflect on these struggles, and I realized how easy it is to get lost in the day-to-day rush.
Reading Tuesdays with Morrie made me look at my own life in a new light. Morrie’s way of dealing with his illness and preparing his family for life after he was gone—it was deeply personal, and I felt connected to his message. He didn’t want anyone to feel regret or sorrow when he passed because he made sure everything that needed to be said and done was taken care of. This kind of openness and love is something we can all learn from.
For anyone considering reading Tuesdays with Morrie, I can say without a doubt it’s one of the most impactful books I’ve ever picked up. It’s not heavy in terms of language, but it’s packed with lessons that stay with you. Morrie’s message isn’t just for people nearing the end of life; it’s for anyone who wants to live more meaningfully, starting now.
This book reminded me that life is too short to waste on things that don’t matter. It taught me to slow down, appreciate the small things, and not take my time for granted. Morrie’s words will challenge you to live with purpose, love deeply, and face life’s struggles head-on, even when it’s hard. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a meaningful read. It’s not just a story about death—it’s a guide on how to truly live.
Read my another book review here:
The Power of Now: A Life-Changing Journey into the Present Moment
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