Way of the Peaceful Warrior

Written by Dan Millman

Narrated by Dan Millman

This book has become one of the most beloved spiritual sagas of our time. Shared among friends and families, this million copy word of mouth bestseller has inspired men and women of all ages in more than twenty languages worldwide. Despite his success, college student and world-champion athlete Dan Millman, is haunted by a feeling that something is missing from his life. Awakened one night by dark dreams, he wanders into an all night gas station, meets an old man named Socrates, and his world is changed forever. Guided by this eccentric old warrior, drawn to an elusive young woman named Joy, Dan begins a spiritual odyssey into realms of light and shadow, romance and mystery, toward a final confrontation that will deliver or destroy him. This classic tale, told with heart and humor, speaks to the peaceful warrior in each of us. Countless readers have been moved to laughter and tears, even moments of illumination, as they rediscover life’s larger meaning and purpose. Journey with Dan on the peaceful warrior’s path to unreasonable happiness and find out for yourself why this book changes lives.

• Language: English
• Publisher: New World Library
• Release date: Jan 1, 1997
• ISBN: 9781577313656

Dan Millman

Dan Millman, former world champion gymnast, coach, martial arts teacher, and college professor, is the author of seventeen books published in twenty-nine languages and shared across generations to millions of readers. His international bestselling book, Way of the Peaceful Warrior, was adapted to film. Dan speaks worldwide to people from all walks of life.

Reviews for Way of the Peaceful Warrior

[kassilem · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I thought the book was pretty pretentious to claim that it can change lives when I first picked it up. I still think it's a little pretentious, but I have to admit that this book does, in some ways, change my life. There were things about the book that I didn't necessarily like but I loved the overall message. There were times when I felt that the book was going over my head, over my understanding of the world around me. I feel that I need more experience with eastern thinking/Buddhism - something that I'm coming to understand embodies many of the lessons in this book. I think different people may take away different things from this book. I'm taking away a desire to really absorb the world around me, and to let go.; to let emotions come but not to be hijacked by them. I think this book could have been a five star easily but while I connected with the messages and lessons to be learned, I did not connect with the story. I'm glad it found it's way into my hands however. While some of these messages I already knew, having them again with others to accompany them, brings it home for me. every once in a while everyone needs a reminder of how to live life.

[mechanic973 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book is great it’s entertaining and enlightening and has the absolute perfect ending

[aaron.desaegher · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Just wow! If you want a different view on life and are struggeling with feeling hapiness. Give this a try! Made me so much wiser

[joan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I have read this book every few years for the past 20 years. A good friend of mine recommended it and I will forever be grateful for it. It’s not a self help book, it’s not a step by step guide, it’s a way of looking at the world. It’s the only book that never leaves my nightstand book pile. Excited to listen to the audiobook version for the first time!

[Angela Fox · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I first read this book in in a college sport psychology class in 1995 and just completed it for the 7th or 8th time since then, but this time via audio. EVERY time I read this, the words have stretched me beyond my current reality and state and I’ve been awakened further to finding that unreasonable happiness thru LOVE. Love Always Wins!

[brendasteele47 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Truths told by way of a story. Interesting and informative.

[Kaje Simpson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Needed this book. Will change your life if you act on it.

[William Breindel · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Great book, but in a context of opening eyes, the movie is better. With a tagline of ‘a book that changes lives’ I would expect some changing and steps to change. But no. Maybe if you hyper-analyze some lines here and there something can be created and discovered by yourself. But not with the help of the book. This is a fiction, not self help.
And a lot of what is said for being ‘true’. Shouts and screams untrue.
To be honest I’m disappointed.

[Behnam Karimi · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It really can be a life changing for many people.

[Bland · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing book. It really does change lives. I am sad I finished it. The audiobook is read by the author and its great.

[Thomas Hallgren · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is one of my all-time favorite books. Most of all, I enjoyed listening to its reading by the author. I felt more connected, like the first time I read it, over college break, many many years ago.

[Michael Johnson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Dan Millman will give you a different perspective on what living truly looks like thru the magic of higher living. This book has influenced my own happiness for decades and it was a delight in listening to it again.

[NiamhCor · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Love this book. Have read it many times over the years. Some hidden gems in it.

[Khushboo Gurnani · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Good book! Meaningful thoughts are conveyed in a beautiful manner

[Jacquie MP · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It was different from what i expected but good reflective read.

[Ron Buck · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Awesome philosophical life events book. If you are facing a challenge(s) or challenging times of any kind... you can find the internal vision and solution within the depths of your soul using this book as the guide stones of your own self-awareness... Read by the author himself.

[Sheila Mulherin · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a reread from several years ago. It’s bizarre at times, with the main character/author’s teacher’s magical powers and bizarre behavior. The story is sometimes funny, with the teacher’s tricks and jokes, and has powerful imagery with the dreams the teacher induces. The story is overall very sweet. Great for reflection on your own life and has a powerful message for everyone.

[Melodie Brown · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Absolutely beautiful. I have walked with my spirit guides. Felt all of this. Amazing thank you.

[Elias Manz · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Mind blowing. Much deeper than the movie..after all “There are no ordinary moments.”

[evenlake_1 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

This book had me really conflicted. There were times when I hated it for its style and its oversimplification of big ideas. But there were also times when I loved it for its accessibility and for its descriptions of Berkeley (a town where I lived for 4 years).

Hard to recommend unreservedly without knowing another person's taste in books, but overall I enjoyed it.

[DavidSoble · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved the book and highly recommend it to everyone!

[hugginstan_78691479 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Life changing. Definitely a book I will be reading again and again for the rest of my life.

[Viral Patel · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A must read/listen book. Amazing book and nice smooth recording. Insightful and Inspirational.

[pss_mimit722 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book teaching principles abd way of life

[Arturo Prieto · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Good

[Esdras Liera De Gutiérrez · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Es buenísima ? El mejor libro y la mejor pelicula.

[realbigcat · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I found out about this book from Tim Ferris and many of the people he interviews have recommended the book as well. While it’s a bit dated now it is a great story. Great way to get motivated and inspired. I followed the author Dan Millman and listened to him tell the story of the book and his life. I would highly recommend this book.

[OrfeoActual · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Pure Taoism. Good book for those who do not live in the present. (Translated from Spanish)

[urraca99 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

A book filled with pain, guilt, and remorse. A direct consequence of Nazi barbarism. (Translated from Spanish)

[rrkreads · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

I personally was not impressed with the book, it seemed like a bad rehash of various books on eastern philosophy. This book might be a good read for people who would like to be introduced to eastern philosophies.