Confessions of a Kamikaze Cowboy

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Summary: A Happy Life.
Review: People tend to look for one thing or another when reading any type of biography, ie: "What can I find out about this person's life that will help me live a better life?" All in all, that seems to be a good idea. But, each life is individual, and what works for one, may not for another (going by exact same methods, word for word--so to speak). "Confessions of a Kamikaze Cowboy", by Dirk Benedict, is a true life tale of what one man did to live his life better, happier. Throughout the book, two things stood out to me as helpful: 1. We should follow our own instincts, and most importantly 2. Loving ourselves before thinking anyone else can love us, or that we can love them. Yes, this book was about how to fight cancer and the procedure of how one man did successfully, but it was more to me than that. Mr. Benedict's story showed me how much he loved himself to go through what he did, despite what "society" said. He loved himself and followed _his_ instincts and not those opposing what he was doing to "his" life. He was happy, and I only hope, still is. I would recommend this book to someone with no pre-conceived notions, other than to get helpful hints on believing in one's own ability to living a happier life!!!

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Summary: Sometimes the Truth Hurts
Review: Sometimes the truth really hurts:especially when it involves the AMA. So many people blame something or someone else for their medical problems. It is great to read about Mr. Benedict and his personal triumph over cancer. I truly believe everything he has written. It really makes sense if you think about it. What Mr. Benedict went through must have been very painful. For him to write about his experience took a great deal of courage. I know I, for one, am very grateful to him. It reassured me that I am not alone in my beliefs. It was a great book: I recommend it...

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Summary: My review....
Review: This is Dirks first book, and I must admit that when I read it the first time when I was 23, it baffled me, I just didnt understand what the heck the guy was on about,(thought he was a little weird actually) still gorgeous but weird. Then my friend sent me kamikaze cowboy to read 10 yrs later, and you know it finally made sense, how one guy could tell us 10 yrs ago, what the cancer society have just started telling us, (eat more whole wheat and beans) gee wonder where they got that from. I find myself questioning what I eat, Im even starting to get a liking for brown rice. Definitely a good read, but be prepared for some big words, and remember if it doesn`t make sense now.....wait 10 yrs...........I was lucky enough to get Dirks book when I visited his home town in june this year (2000) and it was signed by him, walked around with it under my arm for 3 days.........silverstar

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Summary: My review....
Review: This is Dirks first book, and I must admit that when I read it the first time when I was 23, it baffled me, I just didnt understand what the heck the guy was on about,(thought he was a little weird actually) still gorgeous but weird. Then my friend sent me kamikaze cowboy to read 10 yrs later, and you know it finally made sense, how one guy could tell us 10 yrs ago, what the cancer society have just started telling us, (eat more whole wheat and beans) gee wonder where they got that from. I find myself questioning what I eat, Im even starting to get a liking for brown rice. Definitely a good read, but be prepared for some big words, and remember if it doesn`t make sense now.....wait 10 yrs...........I was lucky enough to get Dirks book when I visited his home town in june this year (2000) and it was signed by him, walked around with it under my arm for 3 days.........silverstar

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Summary: An amazing book of self awareness
Review: Ths book is incredible in the frankness of this man's feelings and experiences, many are aware of or have gone through similar experiece from doctors or illness and this man's battle with his makes a good point. Cancer is something he learned to fight within himself and all of the emotions and confusion that goes along with that.

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Summary: just started reading
Review: well , i have read and then we went fishing and man that was a heart felt book, brilliant. now i've started kamikaze cowboy .mmm , the sensible part of my brain can'tunderstand how a wonderful intelligent man can do this diet thing then stick a carciogen in his mouth. so far i am reading kamikaze cowboy , ignoring that part of my brain. still i am amazed at your candore and am enjoying a well written brilliant book

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Summary: just started reading
Review: well , i have read and then we went fishing and man that was a heart felt book, brilliant. now i've started kamikaze cowboy .mmm , the sensible part of my brain can'tunderstand how a wonderful intelligent man can do this diet thing then stick a carciogen in his mouth. so far i am reading kamikaze cowboy , ignoring that part of my brain. still i am amazed at your candore and am enjoying a well written brilliant book

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Summary: The possibility of self healing exists.
Review: When you think of Dirk Benedict, the hit TV show the A Team would quite naturally come to mind. Would it surprise you to learn that this man restored his health, after being diagnosed with a frightening, deadly disease, through focused determination, a commitment to a healthy lifestyle, and a totally changed mental attitude? This book will change your attitude about Dirk Benedict and perhaps your thoughts about the old adage, You Are What You Eat. An interesting read.