Rating: Summary: Old Truths Explained Simply, Shortly, and Eloquently¿ Review: 10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace is a beautifully written and illustrated book that gives you exactly what the title states. The book itself makes a great gift. It's got beautiful artwork, ancient quotations interspersed throughout the text, and enlightening poetry as well. Surrounding the ancient wisdom are 11 short chapters portraying Wayne's wise and peaceful message. He writes with simplicity. And although the book is probably meant to be read in one sitting, you can turn to any page, any time, and absorb some of its comforting wisdom. Dyer writes of the importance of meditation, but I don't think he realized that reading his book is a meditation in itself! His ten secrets are nothing new. But Dyer's extraordinary writing makes them feel fresh. My favorite "secrets" of his are, " Give Up Your Personal History," and "There Are No Justified Resentments." He acknowledges the existence of your past, but he persuasively reminds the reader that the past has no logical connection to the present. In a similar vein, resentments are created in your mind, since all relationships are not concrete objects, but ideas held within the mind. Hard truths to acknowledge - but coming to live Wayne's wisdom can bring inner peace like nothing else can. He also emphasizes the need for silence, living out your life's mission (a.k.a., "your music"), and the miracles made possible by having an open mind. For those of a more rational nature, Dyer's eastern wisdom actually parallels many of the ideas found in western psychology. For example, a famous quote often cited by Wayne is, "As you think, so shall you be." The essence of all of Wayne Dyer's materials can be summed up in those seven words. But in a similar vein, cognitive behavioral therapy from the west can be summed up by those words as well. By taking charge of your thoughts, you can have much greater control over your emotions. Although Wayne Dyer and other spiritually minded people may sound much different than western psychologists, their insights are often the exact same thing dressed in different clothing. Wayne Dyer has undergone a huge evolution in his thinking. His earlier works focus on life's issues in a more concrete manner. This recent book, however, reflects an attitude of higher consciousness, spirituality, and wisdom. The "secrets" don't tell you how to live, but instead direct you to find your own path - and follow it. And from the outset, Dyer humbly tells you to "discard" the ideas that don't work for you, allowing your own experience to judge the merit of his messages. The book may be short and simple, but by living the insights taught here, you will know inner peace.
Rating: Summary: Brilliant! Dyer is a Rare, Powerful, Teacher & Storyteller. Review: All of his books are filled with the greatest lessons there are, woven within great and uplifting stories. Most of his books are bigger than this one, with a lot more elaboration. Yet, I love this little book and found it as powrful if not more powerful than many of his other bigger books. It really is a must read. I'd like to also say that, having had the opportunity to sit a few feet from Dr. Dyer at a seminar (actually about this title), he is an extremely humble, warm, funny, and generous person. There is a lot more to his teachings than a lot of people think. Whether you have read his other books or are thinking of this as an introduction to Dr. Dryer, this is a great choice. Makes a fantastic gift. I also highly recommend a book called 'Effortless Wellbeing' by Evan Finer. It has great ideas like Dr. Dyer's books, and also includes mental and physical exercises and how-to stuff.
Rating: Summary: Profound Insights Capsuled In Succinct Statements: Review: An incredibly insightful book that is deceptively profound because it is so simply written. Dr. Wayne Dyer has obviously thought through and meditated through every single one of these 10 secrets, such that, he is able to present each secret, in a way, that is easy to understand, easy to grasp, easy to apply, without sounding trite or plodding, while inspiring and encouraging. The overall color scheme of the book, the font types, the layouts, all lend to the peacefulness and the uplifting mood of the book. It is simply not a difficult book to read in one short sitting. However, because of its wonderful implications as you read it, you will most definitely want to return to it again and again. This is most definitely Dr. Dyer's best book.
Rating: Summary: Inspiring and uplifting Review: Another uplifting book from Dr Wayne Dyer. I strongly applaud it. A well-deserved bestseller. I would also like to strongly recommend an upcoming breakthrough and inspirational classic for readers who wish to tap their higher potential and to avail themselves of the ultimate secrets of fruitful living and constructive wealth creation, ie. Emerson Lee's Time-Honored Wisdoms on Wealth Creation.
Rating: Summary: Continuous Babblings Review: As usual Mr. Dyer takes something simple and makes it complex. He has a right to his viewpoint for sure, but let's base it on something substantial. Waynes problem is that he is unable to distinguish the difference between truth and his prolific imagination. His next book will be called "Lost in Translation" His Buddhist mindset is self defeating,and self serving. Next he'll say he is the threads on a screw.
Rating: Summary: Simplicity in Spirituality Review: Dr. Dyer has explained the essence of being without getting us lost in cumbersome detail. This book is a guide to everyday living and loving oneself and all those around us. I will be reading more of his writings as I believe that he is truly doing what he was placed on the earth to do...instruct us in how to find our inner truth and use it to experience the joy and fullness of life. Thank you Dr. Dyer.
Rating: Summary: Good read indeed! Review: Dr. Dyer has produced a work here that is easy to read and facilitates an over-all good mood. While I don't personally share all of his beliefs, I can compliment the book and recommend it. Reviewed by: James L. Clark, MBA, MSc., PhD Candidate (Leadership) is a serial entrepreneur, lecturer, and consultant in the areas of success, achievement, personal development, influence and leadership. He is the author of the book Wading Through the Crap: How to Start Living the Successful Life You Have Always Wanted (ISBN 0972697551), which has received rave reviews.
Rating: Summary: Spiritual enlightenment Review: Dr. Dyer offers a wonderful prescription for success and inner peace in this timeless book. I agree with him that embracing silence in meditation allows us to understand where we are coming from. The most profound concept for me in this book is to be open to everything and attached to nothing. Knowing how to let go of what is out of our control is an ingredient for inner peace. I recommend another book called Optimal Thinking: How To Be Your Best Self which showed me how to make and keep the commitment to be my best in any and every circumstance. Optimal Thinking is the language of our best self. Both of these books are timeless, universal classics.
Rating: Summary: 10 Commandments for Peace Today Review: Dr. Dyers has taken 10 simple secrets and turned them into commandments if you want succes & true peace today. Moses's 10 commandments are great, but I haven't wanted to kill anyone lately. I needed 10 FRESH ideas that are appropriate for today's living. Wayne brings common sence together in a way that is uncommonly found. I buy this book and share it with anyone that I think will read it...We all can benefit from 10 SIMPLE secrets of Success and Inner Peace!
Rating: Summary: 10 Commandments for Peace Today Review: Dr. Dyers has taken 10 simple secrets and turned them into commandments if you want succes & true peace today. Moses's 10 commandments are great, but I haven't wanted to kill anyone lately. I needed 10 FRESH ideas that are appropriate for today's living. Wayne brings common sence together in a way that is uncommonly found. I buy this book and share it with anyone that I think will read it...We all can benefit from 10 SIMPLE secrets of Success and Inner Peace!
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