With this uncertainty of life in mind, Dr. Friedman decided to put in writing all the things he wanted to share with his own son. Dear Isaac is a poignant telling of Friedman's insights into the heart and mind and a documentation of what he feels are the salient points of life -- organized into 10 basic principles. This book is a message of love and caring, imparting the wisdom Friedman feels his son needs to have a deep and fulfilling life. It incorporates the teachings that have influenced Friedman's life -- including Native American medicine, his medical study and practice, American Buddhism, Daoism, Judaism, and nature. Anecdotes bring the material to life and promote meaningful dialogue between a child and parent of any age.