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Every book Jerry Colonna recommended on podcasts

Guest on The Tim Ferriss Show · 2 books · 2 episodes across 1 podcast

Jerry Colonna appeared on episodes of The Tim Ferriss Show to discuss various aspects of self-reflection, personal growth, and navigating difficult life transitions. During these appearances, he shared several notable book recommendations and readings that resonated with him. Colonna recommended the poetry book To Bless the Space Between Us by the late Irish poet John O'Donohue, mentioning it as a meaningful resource and blessing designed to offer support for individuals who are feeling exhausted. Additionally, during a discussion about a challenging period in his personal life, Colonna talked about reading Pema Chödrön's When Things Fall Apart, a book he turned to while on a flight during a difficult phase. Through these recommendations and discussions, Colonna highlighted works that provide comfort, psychological insight, and contemplative guidance for coping with life's heavy demands, burnout, and emotional turbulence, offering listeners practical literary avenues for personal rebooting and emotional resilience.

Books recommended by Jerry Colonna

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  1. To Bless the Space Between Us

    John O'Donohue · Recommended · 1 episode

    To Bless the Space Between Us by John O'Donohue is a collection of poetic blessings and reflections designed to offer spiritual comfort, guidance, and a renewed appreciation for human connection.

    Recommended
    “john o'donoghue the great irish poet the late irish poet has a book of blessing called to bless the space between us”
    The Tim Ferriss Show #554: Jerry Colonna — How to Reboot Yourself and Feel Unrushed in the … 2021-12-14 Listen at 1:11:14
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  2. When Things Fall Apart

    Pema Chödrön · Discussed · 1 episode

    When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chödrön offers spiritual guidance and Buddhist wisdom on navigating difficult life transitions, painful emotions, and times of personal crisis.

    Discussed
    “so on that plane ride from New York to Arizona to Canyon Ranch I read three books When Things Fall Apart by Anie pemma children Faith by Sharon salsburg and let your life speak by Parker Palmer”
    The Tim Ferriss Show #742: Tony Robbins and Jerry Colonna 2024-05-30 Listen at 45:11
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

Appearances

EpisodePodcastDateBooks
#742: Tony Robbins and Jerry ColonnaThe Tim Ferriss Show2024-05-301
#554: Jerry Colonna — How to Reboot Yourself and Feel Unrushed in the New YearThe Tim Ferriss Show2021-12-141