What is the author's tone in the nonfiction book, You Learn by Living?

The tone of the book is informational. The foreword outlines the basic reason for writing the book, which is to answer the question "what have you learned to help me solve a problem I am now facing." Each chapter represents a different aspect of solving problems that may arise. Throughout the book, Eleanor Roosevelt remains optimistic about humankind in general.

The tone generally attempts to be objective but occasionally diverts to the subjective as Eleanor Roosevelt shares her experiences with the reader. She excuses this factor by repeatedly stating that her suggestions are just general guidelines that she has noticed throughout her life that have helped other people. She constantly emphasizes the necessity of the individual discovering what works best for him or her.