REPACKING YOUR BAGS

Go back, pare down, come forward again. This is the predominant message in Leider and Shapiro's self-improvement audiobook. For those who are bogged down by responsibilities, beliefs, "things" they no longer need (or never did), the advice involves a lot of "re"-doing. "Refind your smile." "Rekindle your love." In short, "repack" your metaphorical bags. Like the simplifying formula it espouses, the tape's production is spare. By no means does this detract from its success. With the support of Michael Toms's upbeat and melodic voice, these positive pointers for a fulfilling life offer listeners a new path to follow. R.A.P. ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine [Published: MAR 97]