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Summary: a good intention
Review: Very valuable information but not usersfriendly.The essence of the message is very simple but the author does not seem to master the art of simplicity to get it across.As a self help you need a lot of persistance to go through the whole book.Also the exercices don t present anything new.Nevertheless I found it a good idea to combine Western psychology with Eastern wisdom in one book.
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Summary: A Wonderful Resource for Self Discovery
Review: Years ago I attended one of Tara and her husband Daniel's weekend seminar on meditation. I remember feeling a lightness and ease in myself after this seminar. I found a similar experience with reading Tara's book, Emotional Alchemy. Through Western psychology and Buddhist mindfulness Tara guides the reader in self discovery. According to Tara "Mindfulness means seeing things as they are, without trying to change them." I had not previously heard of the practice of mindfulness, but it rang true for me. I feel I will revisit Tara's book again and again as it is a great resource for personal transformation. I you enjoyed this book, I highly recommend reading another book called "Working on Yourself Doesn't Work" by Ariel and Shya Kane. The Kane's approach to modern day enlightenments is based on simple awareness where mechanical behavior can transform enabling you to lead an authentic life, one with meaning and satisfaction. Thanks to all the authors of these two wonderful books!
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