On Fire

By: John O'Leary

Narrated by: John O'Leary

Length: 6 hrs and 34 mins

Publisher's Summary

In the best-selling tradition of Brene Brown's Daring Greatly and Nick Vujicic's Life Without Limits comes a rousing seven-step plan for living a life on fire, filled with hope and possibility - from an inspirational speaker who survived a near-fatal fire at the age of nine and now runs a successful business inspiring people all around the world.

When John O'Leary was nine years old, he was almost killed in a devastating house fire. With burns on 100 percent of his body, O'Leary mustered an almost unimaginable amount of inner strength just to survive the ordeal. The insights he gained through this experience and the heroes who stepped into his life to help him through the journey - his family, the medical staff, and total strangers - changed his life. Now he is committed to living life to the fullest and inspiring others to do the same.

An incredible and emotionally honest account of triumph over tragedy, On Fire contains O'Leary's reflections on being that little boy, the life-giving choices made then, and the resulting lessons he learned. O'Leary very clearly shares that without the right people providing the right guidance at the right time, he never would have made it through those five months in the hospital, let alone the years that followed as he struggled to regain mobility, embrace his story, and ignite clarity of his life's purpose.

On Fire encourages us to seize the power to choose our paths and transform our lives from mundane to extraordinary. Once we stop thinking solely on the big moments in our lives, we can begin to focus on those smaller opportunities that tend to pass us by. These are the events - the inflection points in our lives - that can determine how we feel about life now, where we are headed in the future, and how many lives we can impact along the way. We can't always choose the paths we walk, but we can choose how we walk them. Empowering, inspiring, remarkably honest, and heartfelt, O'Leary's strength and incredible spirit shine through in every minute.

©2016 John O'Leary (P)2016 Simon & Schuster

Life changing

I am 70 years old, sort of going through the motions of life, this book me feel as if I could take on anything, even at my age .. I will try to live my life fully awake and present due to this book..

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Great Lessons

I had heard John's story before. But the lessons he brings in this book that he had to learn much harder than most of us ever will are inspiring. It proves that excuses are just that, and if you want to be successful only you can make that choice.

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Amazing Story

What an amazing and inspiring story about love and how to embrace what life throws at you.

Brilliant and Insightful

I had no knowledge of John's story prior to reading this book. I think this made it even more impactful. I listened on my commute and many times drove with tears in my eyes, the good kind. I recommend this book for anyone who doesn't quite know what to do next in life, or if you want to find more meaning and positivity in your day. Very insightful and great story telling along the way.

Inspirational book!

This book has begun to change my life. I was able to see things in my life that needed to change.

Fantastic!

This book is so amazing as is John’s life story. A must read for anyone looking to find the positive side of life, wishing they could do more for others, or just needing a little inspiration.

inspiring!

loved this book. john overcame some serious struggles in his life all with a positive attitude and has inspired many others along his journey. I would recommend to all!

Best book I've listened to in a while

A must read, but have you tissues close by. Great read for a positive pick-me-up!

thank you!

I sent this to a very dear friend and my 3 children, I pray they listen.

Always inspiring!

I just recently heard about John O’leary And I’m so glad I did. I started listening to his podcast and knew I needed to listen to the book. His story is absolutely amazing and it has spoken inspiration into my daily life

so many years, so much awe!

what an amazing story. I cried big heartfelt tears listening to this, imagining what John and his family went through, but wow, what an incredible story of love, hope, resilience and faith! Thank you so much for choosing to live!

Moved me to tears

One of the most inspirational books I have ever read...and I've read a lot! Choose love over fear, always.

Makes you want to release your potential!

This touching story shows how one little boy overcame the odds and created a life that is both inspired and inspiring. If this doesn't make you want to be the better version of yourself, I don't know what else will! Ignite your life now!

John O'Leary - On Fire

Quite simply one of the most inspiring, incredible books I have ever read & listened to. I have seen John on stage & he is a beautiful man, inside & out. An absolute MUST READ/LISTEN!

An uplifting tear jirker!

Oh this book is a real tear jurker. Makes you think about those less fortunate, your own children and family and how you use, or don't use your time.

inspiring and motivational

well told and a must read for anyone struggling to find a purpose. thank you John for sharing your story

I believe it is the best book i read so far

What an amazing book i cried so many times for people generosity through this young boy bravery, for his parents wisdom and his family kindness amazing book and an amazing performance by the writer himself loved every single second of it inspired me and my kids as we all listened to him in the car I wish him all the best. you have to read it.

highly inspirational and emotional

this is a true story about a little boys fight for life after an accident and how that fight is a parallel, and his success is an inspiration, for all our lives

Inspirational.

This audio will change my life- I know it. I listened with a lump in my throat for the most part. It's uplifting, inspiring , humbling, motivating and everything else in between.
The best book of its type I've come across.

Incredible

Such a moving and inspiring story. Truly heartfelt! Highly recommend to everyone. There is no way this book will not touch your heart!