And yet today it can be difficult, if not impossible, for others to penetrate the 'boundaries' that we all seem to build up around ourselves."No thanks. I can figure it out by myself."

30 Things invites you to take a step back from that kind of individualistic mindset and consider a different model for your life. One that embraces a larger community.

One that doesn't just value advice from others, but actively seeks out such help. One that is open-minded, attentive and committed to positive change.

You won't find anything too 'preachy' in these pages. Nor is 30 Things a book filled with lofty aspirations, pious platitudes or impossible goals.

Bill Schaberg simply presents thirty different pieces of worthwhile advice that he has been given over the years, tells how each one first came to him, and then relates how he tried to incorporate them into his life.

30 Things is a book of practical advice. Advice that - if actually put into practice - can help promote the book's promised goal of "living well".

At least, that's been the author's experience.

Hence, 30 Things... where he shares advice that he sincerely hopes might work for you too!