All I Have Is I: Live Life Meaningfully!

While humanity has been greatly blessed, there are times when we act as if we are entirely ruled by impulse. We fall short in the discretion of gravity of the bond between the self and the worldly entities. Though being primarily cognitive organisms, in times of panic, dread, and anxiety-such as the COVID-19 pandemic-we become irrational and function only according to instinct.

Musing on these events inspired author Cannio Cardozo to record his thoughts and reflections on humankind's recent actions. All I Have Is I presents an introspection of life, filled with striking examples from daily life, relevant parables, and summarizing poems at the end of each chapter. Part 1 deals with "I" in relation to worldly entities and the power of self-worth, while part 2 considers the obsession one has with the self, which results in the breakdown of relationships due to arrogance. When all is said and done, divine intervention plays a vital role in the transformation of the individual.

"It is a book worth reading and reflecting upon because of its investigation and exploration of the world that is wrapped within each self."

- Rev. Dr. Pius James D'Souza, OCD, provincial superior

"This work contains a beautiful insightful perception of the 'self' commonly perceived as the 'I' and its multifarious interaction with worldly entities."

- Rev. Jerald D'Souza, OCD, provincial delegate