Don't Die with your Music Still in You

This is an unusual book written by Wayne Dyer's daughter about her response to her father's wisdom, with comments from Wayne and at the end of each chapter. The structure follows the principles of Dyer's earlier book 10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace, which was based on the most important principles he wanted his children to live by. She originally found that the advice that her friends were getting about fitting in, listening to adults and following your parents' example was completely different from her family philosophy, and the book opens with a touching letter sent by Serena to Wayne. The title suggest that we each have a special purpose that we must find and this can only be achieved by following your heart and intuition rather than the herd. It also means finding your passion and for parents to believe wholly in their children and their capacity. There are many nuggets in the book, such as 'if you have a choice either to be right or kind, choose kindness.' This is also illustrated by a story of Wayne changing a relationship with a grumpy waitress by turning her around with kindness. Despite the busy family schedule, her mother always found the time to meditate and put a sign outside her door meaning she should not be disturbed. One of the most moving episodes in the book takes place at Lourdes when Serena set the intention to become an instrument of love and realises that we must all know ourselves as divine creations worthy of love: 'you must become love in order to give receive love.' This is a book of wisdom that will appeal especially to families.