It's making me wonder whether some things I desire were just what was conditioned into me from an early age, and wonder what it is I truly want. Then inspire others to live theirs, and save the world from a bitter end - by influencing one person at a time.

As I step further into my young adulthood, I dream of possibilities that exist outside of the ones that are constantly being promoted.Scott takes us on a mind bending adventure into the world of seeking out your true nature, not the mindless world the grown up world wants us to live in. America’s bestselling author of Wilderness, The Gateway to the Soul and Nature’s Silent Message offers a glimpse into his childhood of skateboarding, high school brawls, and early trials and tribulations with money and success. I began to understand that most people are good, news only reports the bad, and when I open my mind to all the grace and beauty in this world, magic can happen anywhere.

While the lifestyle depicted may not resonate with everyone, the book offers valuable insights that anyone can incorporate into their lives to "not grow up". And it was a great, insightful book which helped me reflect on things and on the whole concept of 'growing up'. I love that the author expresses his thoughts without it feeling like he’s trying to force you to believe in what he believes in. While many Americans continue to work from home amid the pandemic, many are confronted with a work life that’s now inextricably intertwined with our home lives. I like living in my mom's basement listening to music, watching videos, feeling bad about myself, contemplating life, and thinking about every person I miss or want to be close to.As someone who doesn’t like the idea of conforming to society and doing everything “the way it’s suppose to be”, this book was refreshing! Plus, you’ll build your own family of people you choose to have in your life as roommates, friends and support for whatever comes up.