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Summary: Wayne Dyer's best book yet!
Review: If you are a fan of Wayne Dyer and his powerful message of love and transformation, you will want to read this book! If you are new to Dyer's work, this is where to start, as this book contains nuggets of all of his best work to date, and actually transcends where he had gone before. I finished the book this morning, and I plan to read it again, as it is so full of tips to change your life for the better, as well as beautiful spiritual messages, affirmations and stories, all woven together to support one another, and to support the reader's understanding. You will feel blessed to read to these words!
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Summary: Let's not ponder ourselves as Kent Ponder probably does...
Review: Ladies and gentlemen, let's ignore the self proclaimed Kent Ponder. Perhaps a small child, perhaps not, the review posted by this cretin does not do the book justice. There's nothing but truth spelled out throughout the book. Dyer has merged spiritual concepts anf insightful personal observations and experiences into a complete volume that will benefit you througout each day. Perhaps Kent Ponder will skip the pondering and play a quick golf game during a lightning storm or jump into a sea of sharks.
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Summary: Half Helpful, Half Silly (Update)
Review: NOTE: As you read this, note that my criticisms are (a) specific, (b) factual, (c) obviously correct. Then notice the reviewer who pans my review. Note that he is (a) anonymous, (b) not specific (fuzzy). Dyer's book appeals to feelings-based, fuzzy readers, not fact-based, science-knowledgeable readers. Dyer knows his market and does well in it since fuzzies outnumber fact-knowledgeable people many times over. Now to the review:
Dr. Dyer, a very nice guy whom I like to hear speak, knows what sells and is inspiring, and knows how to combine benefit and provable absurdity to create another of his bestsellers. This is actually a religious book, teaming inspirational, useful pointers with unsupported assertions. He pairs valid points alongside provably incorrect, even absurd statements -- uplifting ideas alongside clearly wacky nonsequitors. Specific examples: On p. 8, he states that emotions are nonphysical, despite physiological (biochemical -- think Prozac® and Zoloft®) proof to the contrary.
On p. 13, he states, "Obviously, it's impossible to have two infinites" despite the fact that there might be infinite space and infinite time, to mention just two.
On p. 22, he states that an accidental death is part of perfect divine order. (Let an attorney try THAT as a defense!)
On p. 26, he states that "darkness ... dissolves and disappears," despite the fact that "darkness" cannot dissolve since it has no existence; it's merely a word meaning absence of light. (Does a flashlight dissolve darkness?!)
On p. 29, he states that there is "unlimited abundance." This is inspiring, but it doesn't help us understand our oil problem.
On p. 70, he states that thoughts are faster than light, a claim for which there's no evidence, but lots of measured (brainwave) counterevidence.
Also on p. 70, he adds that the spirit world is even faster than thoughts (which were faster than light, remember?), adding that "these frequencies are so supersonically rapid . . . " Hey, wait, Wayne, "supersonic" can be VASTLY slower than light, remember?
On p. 74, he states, "foods high in alkalinity, such as fruits," while the fact is that many if not most fruits are acidic rather than alkaline.
On p. 76, he states that "every photograph contains energy," offering as evidence that you feel the energy of happiness when looking at "photos taken in moments of happiness," showing merely that you generate the feeling of energy by looking at the photo, rather than that the photo actually contains the energy, which is of course nonsense (apart from the fact that all matter is also energy [i.e. E=MC2], which obviously wasn't his point).
On p. 86, commenting on "reputation," he states, "you have no control over it at all." (So walk naked down the street picking your nose, since that wouldn't affect your reputation!)
On p. 106, Dyer states, "One individual who lives and vibrates to the energy of pure love and reverence for all of life will counterblance the negativity of 750,000 individuals who calibrate at the lower weakening levels." Of course this is merely an unsupported wacky assertion for which he offers no evidence at all.
There's more nonsense than the above in those 106 pages, and this is a 256-page book. But there's no room here to add examples.
I repeat, though, that along the way Dyer fleshes out the book with lots of very useful advice. That's why this sandwich of good advice and easily documented absurdity is cruising at the top of the nonfiction bestseller lists. You go, Wayne!
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Summary: A book that I'll want to revisit often; you will too!
Review: Loved THE POWER OF INTENTION by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer . . . I'm
not sure how he does it, but every time that Dr. Dyer
comes out with a new work, he gets me to look at life
differently . . . and I come away with countless idea that I
want to not only implement personally, but
to share with others. The book's subtitle perhaps says it all: Learning to Co-create
Your World Your Way . . . I actually feel that I'm starting to
do just this, and I've only gone through one reading . . . methinks
that I'll be revisiting POWER OF INTENTION many times in
the future . . . it is both that good and useful. According to Dr. Dyer, "Intention is a force in the universe, and
everything and everyone is connected to this invisible force" . . . he
drives this point home repeatedly with true stories and examples . . . I
particularly liked his suggestions for implementing the ideas that
are found at the end of each chapter. For example, here's one after the first chapter (dealing with
"Viewing intention from a new perspective"): Act as if anything you desire is already here. Believe that all that
you seek you've already received, that it exists in spirit, and know
you shall have your desires filled. One of my ten secrets for success
and inner peace is to treat yourself as if you already are what
you'd like to become. There were many other memorable passages; among them:
Five magic words: I want to feel good! In an earlier chapter, I
described how your emotions are a guidance system informing you
of whether or not you're creating resistance to your intentions. Feeling
bad lets you know that you're not connected to the power of intention.
Your intention here is to be tranquil and stress free. When you
feel good, you're connected to your intentions, regardless of what
goes on around you or what others expect you to feel. If there's a
war going on, still have the option to feel good. If the economy goes
further into the toilet, you have the option to feel good. In the event
of any catastrophe, you can still feel good. Feeling good isn't an
indication that you're callous, indifferent, or cruel-it's a choice you
make. Say it out loud: I want to feel good! Then convert it to: I intend
to feel good. Feel the stress, and then send it the love and respect
of the seven faces of intention. The seven faces smile and say hello
to what you label as feeling bad. It's that feeling that wants to feel
good. You must be to your feelings as your Source is to you, in order
to counteract the desires of your ego.
Spend some time observing babies, and vow to emulate their joy. You
didn't come forth into this world to suffer, to be anxious, fearful, stressful,
or depressed. You came from the God-consciousness of joy. Just watch
little babies. They've done nothing to be so happy about. They don't
work; they poop in their pants; and they have no goals other than to
expand, grow, and explore this amazing world. They love everyone,
they're completely entertained by a plastic bottle or goofy faces, and
they're in a constant state of love-yet they have no teeth, no hair,
and they're pudgy and flatulent. How could they possible be so
joyful and easily pleased? Because they're still in harmony with the
Source that intended them here; they have no resistance to being
joyful. Be like that baby you once were in terms of being joyful. You
don't need a reason to be happy . . . your desire to be so is sufficient. I suggest that you do a quick review, and note all of the people who've
shown up as characters in this play called your life. It has all been
perfect. Your ex-spouse showed up at just the right time-when you
needed to create those children you love so much. The father who
walked out on you so that you could learn self-reliance left right on
time. The lover who abandoned you was a part of this perfection. The
lover who stayed with you was also taking his or her cues from Source.
The good times, the struggles, the tears, the abuse-all of it involved
people coming into your life and then leaving. And all of your tears
will not and cannot wash out one word of it. Stay immersed in a state of gratitude. Be grateful for every breath
you take . . . for all of your internal organs that work together in
harmony . . . for the wholeness that is your body . . . for the blood
streaming through your veins . . . for your brain that allows you to
process these words and the eyes that allow you to read them.
Look in the mirror at least once every day and give thanks for that
heart that continues to beat and the invisible force on which those
heartbeats depend. Stay in gratitude. This is the surest way to keep
the connecting link to perfect health clean and pure.
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Summary: The Power of Intention
Review: This is a great book on getting a hold on ones inner self, becoming a connector and getting what you want by connecting. The more connectors you have the better off you are. Intentions in the book shows you a way to better love and better well being. If you want to start feeling good about yourself, its time to read this book, a must read. Larry Hobson-Author "The Day Of The Rose"
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Summary: The beauty is in the simplicity and clarity of the message..
Review: Unfortunately, many have attempted to taint our views with poorly written reviews, and droning on about their own personal demons and negativity. Dr. Dyer has given us a reason to rejoice, and to create more positive thoughts and action through his well written book. The message is simple, clear and easily applied to our daily lives. Ignore the delusional clowns who have posted garbage. Perhaps they'll learn how to read and choose a higher path. If not, remember there's only so much we can do for those that choose to live a depressed, suicidal lifestyle.
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Summary: Thoughtful and engaging work
Review: I saw Dr Dyer's PBS special and was curiously drawn in. What really engaged me more than anything else was his exploration of ideas from several different school of thoughts. He pulls in many ideas from the Hindu/Buddhist philosophies - blends them with ideas from Christianity and other religions - and yet manages to look at things from a scientific perspective as well. I read this book at a particularly turbulent time of my life and I used it as a valuable companion to "keep me connected to my source" and bring inner peace. I definitely recommend it.
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Summary: Dr. Dyer is close... but David Icke is closer...
Review: If you want to get even closer, read David Icke's "tales from the time loop" and Tolle's "the power of NOW." Icke's book will change your life as will Tolle's if given the chance... Dyer is a very close but the two books above will take you further...
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Summary: Wayne Dyer is a fake
Review: Power of Intention is a blatant plagiarism of Carlos Castaneda's work by Wayne W. Dyer. He claims to have experienced Saori (zen enlightenment) and offers non-sensical cursive reasoning - such as "Thoughts about your purpose are really your purpose trying reconnect to you." and "to reach a state of impeccability you need to practice unbending intent." and affirmations "I want to feel good!" and "I love me". Clearly the enlightened master knows how to prey on people with low self-esteem, depression or loss. My recommendation - use the time and money you'd saving from reading this book and spend it with your family, friends and do what you love to do.
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Summary: Read with Understanding
Review: Mr. Dyers self absorbing self-help is what ultimately leads to a life of meaningless bliss or thoughtful despair. His views on the human condition, the cause of spiritual problems, and the techniques necessary for finding peace are not new and are only disctractions from finding real meaning in life. They are counter to basic Judeo-Christian teaching and should be read only as an example of empty human ideology.
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