Making up for lost time
Posted by EitherOr 10 years, 12 months ago to The Gulch: Introductions
Hi there, I'm Danielle. I still remember the day I bought my copy of AS-- walked into a used bookstore in Boulder, CO, and when I put my purchase on the counter (AS and Oliver Twist) the cashier thought it was such a hilarious combination that he called the manager over to see. I started reading AS as soon as I walked out of that store.
That was a little over a year ago, and the book changed my life (not a unique experience here, it seems). Rand explained concepts I've believed and struggled with, mainly the idea of valuing the self over others, and loving a person for his/her highest values. I'm 25, and I wish someone had shown me this long ago. Or at least that I'd been stronger and not tried to accept the moochers' idea of self-sacrificing morality.
But hey, I'm moving forward and making up for lost time. Excited to learn from and discuss with everyone here!
That was a little over a year ago, and the book changed my life (not a unique experience here, it seems). Rand explained concepts I've believed and struggled with, mainly the idea of valuing the self over others, and loving a person for his/her highest values. I'm 25, and I wish someone had shown me this long ago. Or at least that I'd been stronger and not tried to accept the moochers' idea of self-sacrificing morality.
But hey, I'm moving forward and making up for lost time. Excited to learn from and discuss with everyone here!
I still have a long way to go though! Have you recommended AS to your son?
I don't know how you live in Boulder. You must be incognito most of the time. glad you're here!