I always enjoy reading these bite-size bits of wisdom, but in the end I think that most lessons are only learned the hard way. Still, many of the ideas and stories here are truly inspirational.
I try to read them and think about where in my life they apply and then internalize them. The hard part is to avoid reading advice and thinking "Hm, that's a great thought" and then never thinking of it again or never applying it in your life.