Rating: 
Summary: One of the best books I have ever read
Review: This book is great for anyone, it makes you think about your problems while knowing that other people suffer greatly too. I would recommend this book for anyone wanting to learn more about his or her self, and other people too.
Rating:
Summary: Yesterday I Cried
Review: I am not going to give you a synopis of the book. The editorial has already done that for you. I will simply say, I enjoyed this book. I initially did not purchase it when it 1st came out bc I didn't want to just jump on the band-wagon of the "Self-Help" movement with everyone else. This book was/is so popular for a reason. I totally identify with the writer on many subjects. She describes her life's events in a way that is easy to understand. She doesn't have to use a alot of hard to understand parables & metaphors to make her point. Her emotions, although sometimes irrational, are real. The book so engrossed me & was so down-to-earth, that I felt like a voyeur peering into someone's life. As a result of this author's liffe story of trials, tribulation & triumph, I began to examine my own life & was challenged to start believing & having faith in myself to accomplish goals & not stay burdened with my past. Thank you, Miss Vanzant.
Rating:
Summary: This book will touch your soul!
Review: This book made me think. Ms. Vanzant crosses all cultures with her insights. If you have ever felt alone...you won't anymore after reading this book....one particular part hit way too close to home and I had to take a deep breath and put the book down for a few minutes....if you have time to read only one book make sure it is this one...you will never be the same and be thankful for it!
Rating:
Summary: I've read it three times so far!!!
Review: This book was given to me as birthday present from a fellow employee and ever since I received it, it has helped me in so many ways. I'm a single mother who thought that things would always be bad. I was raised in a single parent home and I always felt that I could never be that strong person that other people thought I was, until I read this book and realized that not only is there a person trapped in everyone but with each trial that you go through in your life there is a lesson to be learned. The trick is to know what the lesson is! Each time I read it I learn something that I read but didn't get the first time!
Rating:
Summary: Great Self Help Book
Review: Although at first I had a hard time following the book and almost gave up, I am glad I didn't. Anyone who suffered from an abusive childhood or who suffer from PTSD or DID will find alot of comfort in this book. We are not alone. The authors insights and use of faith are extremely helpful. She not only describes her childhood, but ways to rectify the pains that where done. She also is the first to admit that it is never gone, but we can survive with continuous work on ourself. This is the best self-help book I have read in a long time. Amen to Aylana
Rating:
Summary: WORTHY OF A MILLION STARS...AND MORE!
Review: After reading this book, the reader will come away with a truer understanding of who they are, and a clearer realization that in order to find a happier, more peaceful, fulfilling life one needs to let go of the trials and tribulations of the past. This book will be particularly memorable and helpful to those who are victims of past abuse. Forgiveness does not come easy, but it is only in forgiving that we find the strength and courage to heal. In finding the strength and courage to heal, we discover the opportunity to find true and lasting happiness in the future. Revenge, dispair, anger and other negative emotions rob us of our future and deprive us of the opportunity to reach our full potential and discover who we really are.Iyanla is a pillar of strength and an extraordinary woman who has learned first-hand how to survive in a world that is not always kind of just. Readers will marvel at her wisdom and inspiration, at her ability to grow and heal, and her incredible desire to help others through the pages of this book. "Yesterday I Cried" will show readers there is hope at the end of the tunnel, and that each of us has within us the power to heal ourselves. The book is definitely highly recommended and worth a universe of stars in its rating.
Rating:
Summary: Tracey's Review
Review: After every couple of pages I cried, not because of what had happened to Iyanla but because of how she described her feelings and how close they came to my own, even though our experiences were vastly different, yet similar. After completing the book, I realised that through reading it, I too had started the process of healing, albeit a long one, at least I was on my way. Thank you Iyanla.
Rating:
Summary: This book started my spiritual journey.
Review: I was left, after reading this book, with more meaning and more intense scrutiny of my life than ever before. Since reading it, and having the knowledge that if Rhonda could do what she did, I could do whatever I needed, my life has taken a 360 degree turn. I became more spiritual for one thing, and incorporated daily meditation into my life, which was a whole new life in itself. Rhonda's journey into Iyanla is spread over a zillion lifetimes in these small pages, and when Rhonda finally goes within, you learn to go within yourself as well. There are no lessons at the end of each chapter, no scores to tally, just a new awakening, for some perhaps a small stirring. Answer the call. You will be pleasantly surprised.
Rating: 
Summary: This book moved me deeply and helped me grieve...
Review: First off, I haven't even finished the book. I have about 15 pages to go but this book has affected me deeply and I couldnt help myself. I wanted to publicly thank Iyanla and say that if I ever meet you in person, I just want to give you a big long hug and celebrate Rhonda's triumphs and ability to survive and become Iyanla. There's a point in the book where Iyanla describes her proudest acheivement and she said it was being able to tell her Aunt that her uncle had molested her(she was a child at the time). Well, I just lost it at that point. I wept for Iyanla, Rhonda and anyone who had ever been abused.I agree with the reviewer who said: "I will NEVER say that my life has been hard after reading this book." I cried so many times for Rhonda, while reading this book. I felt so much sympathy and empathy for her pain. Most importantly, I have had some of the most painful experiences in my life happen over the last 2 months to the point where I can't believe anything worse could happen to me. I needed to grieve a death and the loss of a relationship and many things. This book helped me grieve and release my pain through tears.And in Iyanla's defense(to the people who were dissappointed with this book), I LOVED that this book was an autobiography.To me it made the book so much more than a self help book. I believe she does not need to end every chapter with the lesson laid out. During the chapters she brings up the "questions" that she asked herself during her struggle. I think that she wants you, the reader to ask yourself the same questions if they apply, and come up with your own answers. Her lessons are HER lessons, yours will be yours. I love this book. Thank you Iyanla, from the bottom of my heart. :)
Rating:
Summary: A Must
Review: I randomly pulled this audio book off the shelf not knowing anything about the author, storyline or reviews. At first I thought "Oh, no, not another book about victimhood and how me and mine have always been oppressed." But the author's voice drew me into her world and by the end I was very impressed and positively affected and infected with this woman's love of life. A great "listen."
|
