Bonus: Wild Work Advice with Cheryl Strayed

In 'Wild', Cheryl Strayed recounts her journey hiking the Pacific Crest Trail alone, a trek that spans from the Mojave Desert to Cascade Locks, Oregon. The book chronicles her physical and emotional struggles as she confronts her past, including the death of her mother, the breakdown of her family, and the end of her marriage. Through her experiences with nature, encounters with various people, and reflections on her life, Strayed finds a path to healing and self-discovery. The memoir is known for its vivid descriptions, honest portrayal of grief and personal growth, and the author's unique narrative style that interweaves past and present events.

In this book, Randy Pausch, a computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University, combines humor, inspiration, and intelligence to share his life lessons. After being diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer, Pausch delivered a 'Last Lecture' titled 'Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams,' which was not about dying but about living. The book extends this lecture, recounting Pausch's life experiences, his achievements of seemingly outlandish childhood dreams, and the importance of overcoming obstacles and enabling the dreams of others. It serves as a legacy for his three young children and a guide for readers to live each day with purpose and joy.