Harley A. Rotbart - No Regrets Living: 7 Keys to a Life of Wonder and Contentment

Praise for No Regrets Living

In No Regrets Living, Dr. Harley Rotbart offers a step-by-step guide to approaching life with an attitude of gratitude, acceptance, and self-forgiveness, even in the face of adversity. In a fascinating blend of scientific research and faith-based inquiry, Rotbart shows how increasing our awareness of the everyday miracles around us can move us closer to living a more conscientious and contented life. This is truly a fitting follow-up to his book of essays, Miracles We Have Seen. And, as an infectious diseases doctor, Rotbart reflects on the inexplicable origins and consequences of viruses like COVID-19 and offers coping mechanisms and lessons to all of us for moving forward.

Samantha Parent Walravens , Forbes columnist and New York Times-acclaimed author of Torn and co-author of Geek Girl Rising

I am absolutely stunned by Dr. Rotbarts wonderful and wise new book. His appreciation for the awe and majesty of the world around usfrom the viruses under his microscope, to the graceful butterfly in his garden, the courageous patients he cares for at Childrens Hospital, and the endless universe of stars and planets in the night skyreminds us how much we have to be grateful for in our lives. His perspectives on life are truly unique, and his familys story is both heroic and humbling. From the issues of racism in America to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, this is a road map for moving forward in our lives without regrets.

Richard D. Lamm, JD , three-term governor, State of Colorado, 19751987; co-director, Institute for Public Policy Studies, University of Denver; author of Two Wands, One Nation: An Essay on Race and Community in America and Condition Critical: A New Moral Vision for Health Care

I love Dr. Rotbarts previous work, and I love this marvelous new book. In No Regrets Living he shares profound insights from his unique personal experiences to create a road map for a life of fulfillment and awe. This could not be timelier.

KJ DellAntonia , former editor of the New York Times Motherlode blog; author of How to Be a Happier Parent and The Chicken Sisters

No Regrets Living is a gentle book of practical wisdom from a man who speaks with an insiders insight into religion and science.

The Reverend Canon Mpho A. Tutu van Furth , founder and CEO, the Tutu Teach Foundation; former executive director and CEO, The Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation

Dr. Rotbart, a physician and scientist, speaks a universal truth for people of all faiths and for people of no faithcontentment in life comes from reverence for the miracles in the world around us, and from the humility to acknowledge we will never fully understand the source or substance of those miracles. You will be deeply moved, as I was.

Rabbi Joshua Hammerman , spiritual leader, Temple Beth-El, Stamford, CT; author of Mensch Marks and Embracing Auschwitz: Forging a Vibrant, Life-Affirming Judaism that Takes the Holocaust Seriously

Experts on aging often advise the elderly, who might be approaching the end of life, to find a way to eliminate or minimize regrets theyve had and to come to peace with them. This book, however, gives those in much earlier stages of their lives a road map with various on and off ramps to achieve a lifetime goal of living with no regrets. Written in an easy style, the author gives wise advice on various ways of thinking, behaving, and believing to get there. With references to his own life experiences, family history, professional perspective, and scientific inquiry, Dr. Rotbart provides many moments of joy, chuckles, tears, and reflection. This is a book that should be read once and then read again at various life stages, and after significant life events, to keep things in perspective. Written in the face of the horrific COVID-19 pandemic, the author also intersperses commentary on the impact of the pandemic on his no regrets framework and offers many insights gleaned from this once-in-a-hundred-year set of events. An important book for any age, this book brings the wisdom and experience of a learned man who wants to pass on to others his lessons learned.

Jeremy A. Lazarus, MD , past president, American Medical Association

In this beautiful volume, Harley Rotbart, scientist and humanist, shares his profound vision of how to lead a deeper, richer life. You will regret not reading it and incorporating its wise and gentle teachings into your every day.

Samuel J. Rascoff , professor, New York University School of Law

In No Regrets Living, Dr. Rotbart helps us bridge the gap between science and faith (meaning the belief in something larger than ourselves) with sage advice for finding contentment and wonder in a world filled with chaos and confusion. With beautiful examples from nature all around us, the book is interspersed with his timeless insights into life and his most timely insights on living in and moving forward from the COVID-19 pandemicwisdom gleaned from his four decades as an infectious diseases physician and virologist. An indispensable book for our times. It will bring readers hope and resilience just when those are most needed.

Tovah P. Klein, PhD , director, Barnard College Center for Toddler Development; adjunct associate professor of psychology, Barnard College; author of How Toddlers Thrive

In a time of uncertainty, it is immensely reassuring to hear from a distinguished physician who offers both scientific understanding and heartfelt hope for humanity. No Regrets Living is crucial reading for all of us who seek to emerge from the pandemic with a deeper grasp of the wonders and blessings of our lives.

Ruth Behar , author of Letters from Cuba, and Victor Haim Perera Collegiate Professor of Anthropology at the University of Michigan

I found I could apply so much of Dr. Rotbarts sage advice in No Regrets Living. You really can change your way of thinking with the help of this book. So many of us dwell on the past: What if I hadnt done this? or What if this hadnt happened? No Regrets Living helps us focus and find wonder in our life today and look forward to the future, rather than looking back with regret at events we cannot change. No RegretsLiving will touch you deeply as it guides us through the life we live now and toward the one we hope to live going forward.

Erin Merryn , author of Stolen Innocence, Living for Today, and Bailey, No Ordinary Cat; People magazines Heroes Among Us and one of 15 Women Changing the World; Glamour magazines Woman of the Year; force behind Erins Law for protection of children from child abuse

No Regrets Living will bring hope and optimism to all who read it. Dr. Rotbarts perspective on the intersection of science, medicine, and faith is eye-opening, and a prescription for a life of contentment and joy.

Jeffrey J. Cain, MD , past president, American Academy of Family Physicians; chair, Amputee Coalition

Wise and worldly guidance, from one of Americas foremost physician experts, on coping with all the challenges daily living presents for us. Dr. Rotbarts seven keys for personal healing and growth are truly a gift, and his advice on transcending the COVID-19 pandemic couldnt be more timely.

Rabbi Daniel Cohen , senior rabbi, Congregation Agudath Sholom; author of