Wisdom Without Borders

This collection consists of stories my father shared with the family over many years and many different circumstances. The wisdom is at once universal, but seen through the particular lens of geography, religious traditions, cultures, and time periods. The stories are guideposts from past generations of both simple truths and deeply complex philosophical and moral questions that make us stop and ponder. These moments provide opportunities to transcend our individual journey and deepen our understanding of the human experience. They enable us to navigate complex situations, connect with one another and—through internalizing the morals they impart—explore ourselves. Covering themes of altruism, acceptance, letting go, trust, imperfection, risk, and more this book is meant to start a conversation about the good life and our role in creating it.