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M. Scott Peck, M.D., expands on the approach that made *The Road Less Traveled* a landmark of personal growth by diagnosing society’s deep‑rooted incivility: self‑absorption, callousness, manipulation, and materialism. In *A World Waiting to Be Born*, Peck illustrates how these destructive patterns infiltrate everyday life and organizational culture, using personal experiences, case studies, and vivid scenarios from companies that chose to cultivate civility. He provides a practical, transformative blueprint for individuals and organizations seeking to replace harmful behaviors with ethical, compassionate practices that promote personal and collective health.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Self-Help & Personal Development/Personal Growth
Authors: M. Scott Peck
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