Self Help

Healing Mantras: Using Sound Affirmations for Personal Power, Creativity, and Healing

by Thomas Ashley-Farrand

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"No review here. Sorry. Nothing but praise. This book is changing my life so fast that I feel like I'm in a dream! I've used the Nam Myoho Renge Kyo Buddhist chant for years to transform my life internally and externally, but its brought up so much karma I knew I had to find a new and gentler path. Now, mystical happenings abound in a more directed way, and it's only been a few weeks! These mantras give one the power to work on specific problems related to everything from finance and relationships to physical and mental affliction. The results I've had have been tremendous!! Incredibly well-written, and easy to read, no doubt due to the Saraswati chant by the author. The mantras in this book if done as a "Sadhana" advised by Mr. Ashley-Farrand (40 days straight)I'm sure can change one's life dramatically as if one were taking medecine. They'll be making a dent in many people's negative karma soon, ultimately changing the course of the world. As far as I'm concerned, this book will make a priceless gift to loved ones. God bless!!"

Publisher: Wellspring/Ballantine | More reviews: amazon.com

The Secret Language of Birthdays: Personology Profiles for Each Day of the Year

by Gary Goldschneider

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"Don't think that a person's personality is influenced by his date of birth? Then check out the profile for Oct. 9, the birthday of John Lennon. Those born on this day, the authors claim, are multi-talented, have a strong magnetism and the ability to see into the lives events of those around them with an accurate, critical eye. There's lots more, including the fact they can be swept away by their emotions for one person. Hmmmm....Authors Gary Goldenschneider and Joost Elffers delve into astrological and mystical teachings -- including numerology and Tarot card readings -- to profile the personality characteristics of those born on every single day of the year. Each birthday has its own two-page spread chock full of fascinating facts. And, there's a list of famous (and infamous) people born on that day. Do you share a birthday with your favorite movie star? A notorious criminal? You can cross reference to other sections of the book that detail the astrological influences at play on a particular date. This is a nice, thick coffee table book, amply illustrated, that will provide fun and fascinating reading. And, yes, it would make a great birthday gift!"

Publisher: Studio | More reviews: amazon.com

Secrets of Success: The Science and Spirit of Real Prosperity

by Sandra Anne Taylor

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"The Secrets of Success by Sandra Anne Taylor is an excellent read for everyone. I think you could be Bill Gates and still gain from this work. It is full of insights to what Sandra calls the "science and spirit of real prosperity." Emphasis on the "real" aspect should be given, for Sandra makes it very clear that money alone is anything but prosperity!

Sandra begins by providing mind set comparisons between those with varying success levels and those without. Trump may not agree with all of her conclusions but then Sandra's focus is not winning but rather on personal success from a cooperative spiritual perspective. Don't be confused though, this book does take the reader right through the basics necessary to succeed in finance, relationships and much more. Indeed, according to Candice Pert in the Foreword to the book, reading and applying some of Sandra's tools to her task facilitated her research with peptide treatment for aids.

Sandra weaves a fabric that could represent many of us by showing clearly that our past effects our now and further can literally withhold from us the future we desire and deserve. Further, Sandra provides guidance and methods to healing the past, clearing old negative scripts, advancing new energized patterns and moving this all to action. She also shares many tools that literally make a difference in every step along the journey. From the holographic principles to the energy vibration one vocalizes, you do not want to miss this work.

Praise to you Sandra--I really like what you have done!

Eldon Taylor. Ph.D.
Author of the New York Times bestseller, Choices and Illusions: How Did I Get Where I Am, and How Do I Get Where I Want to Be?"

Publisher: Hay House | More reviews: amazon.com

Los cuatro acuerdos: Una guia practica para la libertad personal (Four Agreements, Spanish-language edition)

by Don Miguel Ruiz

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"Pocas veces he leido a alguien que con tanta claridad y sencilla lucidez elabore la idea de la libertad y formas practicas de conseguirla. Don Miguel Ruiz consigue elaborar cuatro lecciones que, ademas de razonables, son capaces de cambiar la vision que tenemos de la vida. Para quienes perseguimos la libertad y la buscamos en cada esquina, este libro es un recurso extraordinario. No es necesario practicar ejercicios de relajacion ni repetir mantras ni leer toneladas de material. Basta con establecer cuatro nuevos acuerdos con nosotros mismos. Sin dudarlo, lo recomiendo, especialmente para quienes siguen la maxima socratica de "conocete a ti mismo" y para quienes luchan por la libertad. Esta escrito con un lenguaje simple, cotidiano y veraz."

Publisher: Amber-Allen Publishing | More reviews: amazon.com

The Western Guide to Feng Shui: Room by Room

by Terah Kathryn Collins

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"I collect, read & study every book I can on Feng Shui. I have close to a hundred books in my own library on Feng Shui. This book is by far, the easiest to understand and use. It just tells you how to do it and improve your life. I highly recommend this book."

Publisher: Hay House | More reviews: amazon.com

Everyday Enlightenment: The Twelve Gateways to Personal Growth

by Dan Millman

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"I enjoyed reading Dan Millman's The Way of the Peaceful Warrior but after I finished it I soon found myself feeling disappointed, as I have after reading Carlos Casteneda, because the concepts and practices of the protagonists seem so removed from everyday life. Fortunately, I read Dan Millman's website...where he talks about this very phenomenon and gives candid advice on which of his books to read dependening on one's interest. Everyday Enlightenment was clearly the book for me. In this text Millman emphasizes the importance of seeking enlightenment in our everyday lives and the false promises associated with devotion to the latest guru or fad belief system. I find the concepts and wisdom in this book to be quite consistent with my religious and moral beliefs and I suspect this will be true for most readers..."

Publisher: Grand Central Publishing | More reviews: amazon.com

Prakriti: Your Ayurvedic Constitution

by Robert Svoboda

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"I was given this book by a friend and absolutely found it amazing. If you're new to it or ayurveda seems to mystical to you, this book explains it. The author is a westerner and is able to communicate his knowledge of ayurveda extremely well. Ive read a lot of books on ayurveda this beats every one of them by far (and is way better than the books Ive read by Deepak Chopra), simply because it digs beneath the superficial understanding of ayurveda to why it makes sense scientifically.

For example, all of the other books I previously read on ayurveda described an individuals health as a natural balance of three elements (wind, fire, and earth). This book made the useful distinction of describing an individuals health as the balance of 3 natural FORCES in your body (vata: catabolism, pitta: metabolism, kapha: anabolism)

I have ulcerative colitis and over a couple of years of my own personal research and experimentation I've come to certain natural methods to help treat my condition. But later on when I got my hands on this book I was suprised to find that most of those recommendations were already described here.

My recommendation is take this book and read it very slowly and carefully digest the points on ayurveda and youll have a really really solid practical understanding of the science that you can use for the rest of your life."

Publisher: Lotus Press | More reviews: amazon.com

The Teachings of Abraham Book Collection: Hardcover Boxed Set

by Esther Hicks

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"When I first heard of Abraham I dismissed it thinking that is was just "channeled" stuff and I am not so sure I give that any merit. I then kept hearing over & over about Abraham. I do believe that when something comes to me repeatedly I need to listen. So I did & am I glad I did. The message of Abraham is so loving & supportive that I wish everyone would listen or read or view at least one offering of the teachings. I started with listening to the Secret behind the Secret & viewing the Law of Attraction DVD I realized there was much to learn, regardless of how it came into print. I decided to purchase the 3 book set as I know the hardback books will hold up better throught the many readings I will need to absorb and remeber all of the teachings. There is a sleeve that you can use or not to hold the books. The quality is good and the content is essential reading in my humble opinion. It is not so much that it is new information but we are so quick to forget how amazing we really are it is good to hear it expressed again with great affection & humor. Try one! "

Publisher: Hay House | More reviews: amazon.com

The Creative Visualization Workbook: Second Edition (Gawain, Shakti)

by Shakti Gawain

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"This book gave me a step-by-step process to make positive changes in my life. I worked the lessons and followed Shakti's methods for visualizing my future. Years later I found the workbook and reread my own words. I was surprised to see how accurately I had depicted my future! I used this in conjunction with Louise Haye's You Can Heal Your Life. Both helped me to understand how I could take control of my life and direct my future. Shakti's book is a great how-to for those that have never done much meditation or visualization."

Publisher: New World Library | More reviews: amazon.com

Trust Your Vibes: Secret Tools for Six-Sensory Living

by Sonia Choquette

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""The price people pay for ignoring their vibes is high: They end up living in fear, feeling indadequate and powerless. They make decisions that aren't good for them, which leads them to places other than where they want to be. They become anxious and addictive, acting aggressively, even violently, toward those they love, thus alienating themselves even more. They become stressed, even physically ill, and enjoy no real peace of mind. Wandering around in the darkness of second guessing and worry, they fight against life or get trampled beneath it and fail to achieve their purpose or spiritual goals, thus wasting, instead of living, their lives." --Sonia Choquette, PhD. in Trust Your Vibes

For those who dwell in the realm of five-sensory living, the idea of being guided daily by intuition may seem illogical, flaky, and "woo woo". Others may view the concept of trusting vibes as mysterious and exotic, relegated to only "special" people born with psychic gifts.

However, in the new book Trust Your Vibes: Secret Tools for Six-Sensory Living, spiritual teacher and psychic Sonia Choquette de-mystifies the process of using your intuition--or vibes--to navigate through life. Choquette, who has actively used her psychic perception since age 12, asserts than anyone can access their sixth sense. In fact, she believes it's absolutely urgent that humanity begin to awaken to their intuition. We are hurting one another, killing in the name of God, and drugging ourselves in epidemic proportions. Where does six-sensory living come in? It helps us to realize how we are all interconnected and interdependent, which in turn helps us in healing ourselves, our relationships, and the planet. According to Choquette:

"Following our vibes serves as a great deterrent to the downward spiral of personal and global self-destruction that we find ourselves tangled in today. When we trust our vibes, we restore our balance and experience within--which, ultimately, leads to peace without."

An often frustrating aspect to self-development style books is that we're usually instructed on what to do (or not to do)...but it's rare to find a book that also connects the dots as to the whys and hows. Not only does Choquette offer compelling evidence as to the "whys", but she also outlines 33 secret practices that six-sensory people use every day to navigate the unseen world of spirit--the "hows".

Weaving in astounding stories from her personal and professional experience--as well as those of her clients, colleagues, and students--Choquette illustrates the whys and hows of hearing, trusting, and following intuition. Here are a few small exercerpts from the 33 secret practices:

Secret 5: Easy Does It "...Adrenaline is a highly toxic and addictive substance if you're subjected to it in large quantities...Besides being difficult to wean from, excessive adrenaline is to your intuition what kryptonite is to Superman: lethal. A burst of adrenaline may leave you feeling temporarily powerful, but will end up depleting you..."

Secret 7: Observe, Don't Absorb "...It's a myth that caring requires commiserating. Caring means allowing somoene space to sort things out without throwing your emotions into the already-overloaded mix..."

Secret 14: Write It Down "...Recording your vibes is the most direct physical way to march your mind across the bridge from an ego-based, five-sensory reality to a spirit-based, six-sensory one. Like a diver on a treasure hunt, each newly seized message from your psychic sense will help build a platform of reason on which to stand. You'll no longer just have a feeling--you'll have verification that your vibes are legitimate guides that help you in life..."

Secret 28: Laughing Matters "...Some people can't distinguish between the ego and the sixth sense. Here's the difference: Your spirit is relaxed, forgiving, and laughs a lot, especially at you and your own antics; and your ego is critical and controlling and rarely laughs at anything, especially itself. The soul gently requests and trusts, while the ego demands and is suspicious. The soul is light and easy and loves adventures; the ego can be harsh and heavy and gets stuck in the mud..."

Every once in awhile, I come across a book that I enjoy so thoroughly and find so pratical and valuable that I wish I could give a copy to everyone I know and meeet. This is one such book. If you're a five-sensory person interested in accessing, trusting, and following your intuition, Trust Your Vibes shows you how to change the rules that run your life (and make you miserable), leading you back to your inner psychic navigational system.

If living a six-sensory life is as natural to you as breathing, you'll gain valuable information on enhancing intuitive perception, operating from a soul-based perspective rather than an ego-based one, and living more joyfully and enthusiastically. As Choquette says "The lovers of life are the healers of life because they're the believers of life."

Janet Boyer, author of The Back in Time Tarot Book: Picture the Past, Experience the Cards, Understand the Present (coming Fall 2008 from Hampton Roads Publishing)"

Publisher: Hay House | More reviews: amazon.com