The Road Less Traveled, 25th Anniversary Edition: A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values, and Spiritual Growth by M. Scott Peck, M.D.

The Road Less Traveled, 25th Anniversary Edition: A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values, and Spiritual Growth by M. Scott Peck, M.D.

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Overview

First published in 1978, this book blends psychology, spirituality, and philosophy to explore the nature of love, discipline, and spiritual growth. The 25th Anniversary Edition (2003) reintroduces Peck’s ideas to a new generation, highlighting how self-discipline and responsibility are key to a meaningful life.

The central message: True fulfillment comes from discipline, self-understanding, and spiritual development—not from shortcuts or avoiding life’s difficulties.