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Be Water, My Friend
- The Teachings of Bruce Lee
- Narrated by: Shannon Lee
- Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins
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Publisher's Summary
This program is read by the author
Bruce Lee’s daughter illuminates her father’s most powerful life philosophies - demonstrating how martial arts are a perfect metaphor for personal growth, and how we can practice those teachings every day.
"Empty your mind; be formless, shapeless like water."
Bruce Lee is a cultural icon, renowned the world over for his martial arts and film legacy. But Lee was also a deeply philosophical thinker, learning at an early age that martial arts are more than just an exercise in physical discipline - they are an apt metaphor for living a fully realized life.
Now, in Be Water, My Friend, Lee’s daughter Shannon shares the concepts at the core of his philosophies, showing how they can serve as tools of personal growth and self-actualization. Each chapter brings a lesson from Bruce Lee’s teachings, expanding on the foundation of his iconic “be water” philosophy. Over the course of the book, we discover how being like water allows us to embody fluidity and naturalness in life, bringing us closer to our essential flowing nature and our ability to be powerful, self-expressed, and free.
Through previously untold stories from her father’s life and from her own journey in embodying these lessons, Shannon presents these philosophies in tangible, accessible ways. With Bruce Lee’s words as a guide, she encourages listeners to pursue their essential selves and apply these ideas and practices to their everyday lives - whether in learning new things, overcoming obstacles, or ultimately finding their true path.
Be Water, My Friend is an inspirational invitation to us all, a gentle call to action to consider our lives with new eyes. It is also a testament to how one man's exploration and determination transcended time and place to ignite our imaginations - and to inspire many around the world to transform their lives.
Barnes & Noble Best New Books of the Year - 2020
A Macmillan Audio production from Flatiron Books
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- Anonymous User
- 2021-01-26
Love it!
What a great book! Really enjoyed it! Lots to learn from Bruce Lee’s wise teachings.
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- Sahadeo Lallbachan
- 2021-01-22
Exceptional, Vibrant and in Awwww
Story of an amazing life and his philosophy. Remarkable how well Shannon articulated her dad's story in an unfiltered way so that we get a full picture of his life and legacy.
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- Anonymous User
- 2021-01-16
Wonderful book wow
This is the best book I’ve ever listened to! Thank you so much Shannon for bringing this book to life. Thank you for being the one reading it. Your voice made the listening experience even better as you really put the right emotion in every word, sentence you pronounced through the whole book. I’m very happy and grateful I came across this audio book :) I recommend to everyone. It’s a must!
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- AJay
- 2024-01-17
Beautiful, Inspiration
This book really resonated with me. I felt like Shannon was speaking directly to me. I had so many moments of enlightenment. The narration was perfect. Can't say enough about this book.
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- Lea B
- 2023-08-05
Be water my friends
I just keep listing to this audiobook over and over again. Thank you for sharing the wisdom and your journey.
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- John MacLean
- 2022-11-21
Recommend This Book
I have to say this one was my favorite audio book to listen too. Thank you for publishing this book Shannon Lee. Great perspective and will recommend this book to everyone looking to do better with themselves and life. Be Water My Friends.
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- roktecha
- 2022-04-27
Glad I listened
I think you can sense when you hear or see something true. Shannon’s book rings true in many ways. If you’re searching for a way forward I think this book is well worth your time.
Thank you Shannon.
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- Jakub Sz
- 2021-11-10
One of the best book I’ve ever read!
So much wisdom, heart, emotions, loved every word and chapter, a must read for all!
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- Chad Genereux
- 2021-07-15
Great job Shannon
Have always respected Shannon's approach to her father's teachings and she doesn't disappoint! Great book for self reflection and history of Bruce Lee.
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