Self Help

The Secret Diary: A Personal Workbook for Achieving Health, Wealth and Happiness

by Law of Attraction Four

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"Enough said.

I was very disappointed to open this book and find only a bunch of blank pages with motivational sayings at the top. There are a FEW pages now and then that actually ask you general questions where you can answer in journal entry-like form, but more than 90% is just blank pages with sayings in small print at the top like this one: "To embrace the good you also have to experience the bad. When you feel tempted to run the other direction at the sight of strife, run toward it instead and jump into it head on. Things won't seem as bad"
Ok that's nice and all, but this does not a workbook make. Lots of blank Journals have little motivational sayings at the top or bottom of the blank pages.

I may keep it anyway because it is a very nice journal- One of the most beautiful I've come across if you're into the 'aged' look like I am. The pages are thick and unlined (some pages are lined) and it has an antique look to it. The days of the week are printed at the top of each page (Sunday, Monday, etc) which can motivate you to write every day because if you skip a day, you'll have to skip a page or tear it out. It's a nice journal, but It's no workbook. What a great way to make money! Stick a bunch of blank pages in binding and call it a workbook in connection to a dvd bestseller. I'm going to buy some mead notebooks and title them "What the Bleep Are You doing today? A workbook to help you find the rabbit hole within" and sell them for 20 bucks each. I guess I've finally figured out 'The Secret.'
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Publisher: Phoenix Books | More reviews: amazon.com

The Amazing Power of Deliberate Intent 4-CD: Part II: Finding the Path to Joy Through Energy Balance

by Esther Hicks

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"This is a very good book on CD, and is life-changing material, if you are willing to believe in something that may sound VERY different to you. Most people do not believe in this way. "The Amazing Power of Deliberate Intent" is the entire CD. Part 1 is "Living the Art of Allowing" and is a collection of 4 CDs, narrated mainly by Jerry Hicks. Part 2 is "Living the Path to Joy Through Energy Balance" and is a second collection of 4 CDs. You really want to buy both packages to get the entire book.

Abraham is a collective consciousness who speaks to Esther. She then relays the material. The material speaks primarily of metaphysical energy and its relationship to all that there is. It goes in-depth into manifestation by aligning your personal vibrational energies to match what you really want. Again, I know that's a hard concept to swallow, but that is the Law of Attraction. You really DO get what you think about. I have been studying metaphysical energy for about the last 7 or 8 years and I have seen the evidence soooo many times. Unfortunately, because of fear and control and many other negative personal vibrations, people usually think about what they DON'T want and that is what they manifest. Put simply, instead of seeing their car running smoothly on a log trip, they worry "What if it breaks down?". Instead of thinking about money in a positive way, they usually think of a LACK of money, and generally worry about it. So, they usually get what they do NOT want.

Anyway, this set of CDs not only explains the concept very well, but gives real-life examples and examples of the proper (aligned) thinking versus the non-aligned (improper) thinking, so you can begin to change your vibration to attract what you DO want. Like I said though, you need both CDs and an open mind, a VERY open mind. You also need to really work at this vibrational change to achieve successes with it. Even when you do achieve successes, it's hard to believe because we were just not conditioned to believe this way.

All that said, it's a great product and these are not the only authors talking about vibrational energy matching to manifest. What they say is right on target.

CD1, this set is slightly less than 2 and a half hours. The other CD set is slightly more than 2 and a half hours. Both sets together total over 5 hours of audio book material which you can easily listen to in the car on your way to work. These 8 CDs have the potential to change your life. "

Publisher: Hay House | More reviews: amazon.com

Science of Being and Art of Living: Transcendental Meditation

by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

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"You have to wonder why the secret to life's happiness costs somewhere between $1000 and $300, don't you? Where does all the money go, anyway? Building a society on the foundation of peace, harmony, and unity shouldn't start with the participants shelling out a small fortune to begin. I meditate and I've found that there are great similarities between zen, samatha (jhana), and transcendental meditation. Meditation is meditation...the underlying principle is always the same, but if you go to a Zen or Vipassana meditation center the cost is FREE and you are asked only for a donation. I've been an avid reader of Buddhist philosophy and meditation for years and upon coming upon this book and the TM philosophy and method I was VERY impressed! But any institution that exchanges salvation and enlightenment for money should be questioned. Buy the book, but you won't get any methods or practical advise without spending $300 or $1000."

Publisher: Plume | More reviews: amazon.com

Self-Change Hypnosis

by Richard MacKenzie

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" Here is a book that is simple to follow yet powerful. Self-Hypnosis is an important part of every Hypnotists' training and of every client's therapy "Self-Change Hypnosis" is one book that actually shows you how to do it and do it effectively. For a blueprint for rapid personal change, Richard MacKenzie's new book is a must for hypnotherapists.
Gil Boyne--Exec. Director
American Council of Hypnotist Examiners
gil-boyne.com"

Publisher: Trafford Publishing | More reviews: amazon.com

The Four Agreements: 2009 Engagement Calendar

by Don Miguel Ruiz

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This quote- and art-filled calendar features thought-provoking words from the best seller The Four Agreements. The book, a contemporary classic, introduced a simple but powerful code of conduct for attaining personal freedom and true happiness.* An all-new selection of insightful messages will help you follow the four agreements as you work to achieve more love and joy in your life.

Publisher: Universe Publishing | More reviews: amazon.com

The Spontaneous Fulfillment of Desire: Harnessing the Infinite Power of Coincidence (Chopra, Deepak)

by Deepak Chopra

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"If one is familiar with Chopra's former works, one is likely to have come across some discussion of the ideas discussed in the book.

Essentially, this piece speaks of the importance of clearly focusing the mind on an intention/desire (NB: writing down one's intention, goal, etc. is crucial), releasing the desire to the natural laws of the cosmos, then awaiting the arrival of coincidences as an indication of the unfolding of one's desires.

Chapters 1, 4,5, 9 and 11 are particularly intriguing and interesting. I rate the book 4 stars (instead of 5) because I found some chapters (the aforementioned ones) more useful than others. The other books I have read by the author have been extremely useful from cover to cover. Having said that however, it may well be the case that after applying some of the knowledge from the chapters I found the most relevant, I may well realize that other portions of the book are of equal usefulness--such is what can occur through growth and development. I would recommend this book for the "scientifically spiritual" individual."

Publisher: Three Rivers Press | More reviews: amazon.com

Intimacy: Trusting Oneself and the Other

by Osho

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"Within these pages, lie some of the most profound and crystal-clear insights I have ever read on the subject of love and what it really means to be intimate with yourself and with another. In a world frought with false images and personages, seeing behind the masks we wear is vital to the health of our relationships and ultimately to the quality of our lives. Only an enlightened being such as Osho is capable of expressing so articulately what lies beneath the surface in our encounters, what is real and what is unreal, and how best to nurture ourselves and each other. Everyone--in any sort of relationship--will benefit from the wisdom in this beautiful volume. This book is one of my all-time favorites!"

Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin | More reviews: amazon.com

Life's Companion: Journal Writing as a Spiritual Quest

by Christina Baldwin

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"My copy of this book is dog-eared and worn, highlighted in pink and feathered with little yellow stickies. I recommend it as one of the best introductory journal writing books around. The format is unique. On the left hand page there are quotes, poems and insights. On the right hand page is the actual book, which combines literary, spiritual and psychological insights. I've been journaling for almost 10 years now and I still go back to this book for more inspiration."

Publisher: Bantam | More reviews: amazon.com

Meditations to Heal Your Life (Hay House Lifestyles) (Hay House Lifestyles)

by Louise Hay

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""This is a book of ideas to spark our own creative thinking process. It gives us an opportunity to see other ways to approach our experiences. We come into this world with such a pure, clear mind, totally connected with our inner wisdom. As we grow, we pick up fears and limitations from the adults around us. By the time we reach adulthood, we have a lot of negative beliefs that we are not even aware of. And, we tend to build our lives and our experiences upon these false beliefs." -from the book

For most of us, change and growth isn't braced willingly. It often takes a health crisis or challenging predicament for us to see how our beliefs and attitudes contribute to stagnation and suffering. Yet, it's possible to gently explore the beliefs we hold and the attitudes we possess, releasing them in exchange for more loving, allowing thought-forms.

At 261 pages, Meditations to Heal Your Life by Louise Hay contains a treasury of gentle wisdom and piercing insights promoting change, growth, and healing. Positioned on two pages, each thematic meditation features a short affirmation and a longer meditation. For example, a meditation about God says:

I choose my own loving concept of God.

One Power created us all.

"I have the power to choose to see things as they really are. I choose to see things as God does, with the eyes of love. Since it is the nature of God to be present everywhere, to be all-powerful and all-knowing, I know that all there really is in this entire Universe is the Love of God. The Love of God surrounds me, indwells me, goes before me and smoothes the way for me. I am a Beloved Child of the Universe, and the Universe lovingly takes care of me now and forevermore. When I need something, I turn to the Power that created me. I ask for what I need, and then I give thanks even before receiving, knowing that it will come to me in the perfect time/space sequence."

A few of the themes addressed in Meditations to Heal Your Life include:

Authority
Bills
Child Abuse
Communication
Decision Making
Dreams
Elder Years
Feeling Lost
Guilt
Headaches
Income
Mourning
Planetary Healing
Releasing Habits
Sexuality
Surgery
Trust
Uniqueness
Violence
Worth

Many more thematic meditations are offered in this book. Tapping into to the loving insights provided by Hay can be done two ways: either you can turn to a page at random, trusting that a particular meditation is exactly what you need at this moment in your life-or, you can look over the index in the front which is alphabetized according to theme, choosing the appropriate meditation.

In addition to the wonderful meditations, there is a Self-Help Resources section at the back of Meditations to Heal Your Life which alphabetically lists dozens of organizations for further assistance in your healing journey-including addresses, phone numbers, websites, and email addresses. Covering topics such as AIDS, Alcohol Abuse, Alzheimer's, Cancer, Crisis Intervention, Co-Dependency, Children with Serious Illnesses, Debts, Grieving, Gambling, Smoking, Sex/Rape Issues, Stress Reduction, Teen Hotlines and much more.

I've used Meditations to Heal Your Life several times over the years, and every time I consult this book, I increase in wisdom, balance, and well-being. I recommend it highly! "

Publisher: Hay House | More reviews: amazon.com

Acres of Diamonds

by Russell H. Conwell

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"Toward the end of his life, Russell H. Conwell (1843-1925) observed, "I am astonished that so many people should care to hear this story over again. Indeed, this lecture has become a study in psychology; it often breaks all rules of oratory, departs from the precepts of rhetoric, and yet remains the most popular of any lecture I have delivered in the fifty-seven years of my public life. I have sometimes studied for a year upon a lecture and made careful research, and then presented the lecture just once -- never delivered it again. I put too much work on it. But this had no work on it -- thrown together perfectly at random, spoken offhand without any special preparation, and it succeeds when the thing we study, work over, adjust to a plan, is an entire failure." He then went on to explain to each audience that "acres of diamonds are to be found in this city, and you are to find them. Many have found them. And what man has done, man can do. [They are] are not in far-away mountains or in distant seas; they are in your own back yard if you will but dig for them." These comments provide an excellent introduction to Conwell's book. As I read it, I thought about Dorothy in L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz. Only after a series of adventures far from Kansas did she realize that "there's no place like home." What Conwell has in mind involves far more than such appreciation, however. The tale he shares in this book, concerning a wealthy Persian named Ali Hafed, demonstrates that almost everything we may seek elsewhere is already in our lives and available to us."

Publisher: Wilder Publications | More reviews: amazon.com