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Erm!, 16 Sep 2008
I found this too wordy and deep for a simple soul such as myself however I did as advised on the Oprah site and sat with 2 marker pens in different colours to underline that which I understood and that which I didn't. Needless to say one colour got a heck of a bashing!!
I've given it 3 stars though because I did actually get some really good bits out of it which I jotted down on the spare blank pages at the back (in my own words so I would understand later) and for that it was worth reading/buying.
What I am most chuffed about however is reading a review by Paul Chipperfield (lower down) recommending Cheri Huber's book which as he said is much kinder to us mere mortals and he is sooooo right!! Cheri Huber writes in a way I can understand and access reasonably easily - challenging still but achievably so!
Nice one mate!
A New Earth - Best Book Ever!!, 04 Sep 2008
Dear Reader, if you only read one book in your lifetime, let this be the one. It is a must read for anyone ill or in hospital too. It's happy and uplifting. It will lift the the spirits and leave even the terminally ill in blissful peace. I am speaking from experience. 'Your presence (presents) is PURE JOY. Jennifer
There are better books out there, 03 Sep 2008
Reading this pretentious, sensationalistic, overblown book makes me want to dry-heave and at times a little sick actually came out my mouth from its eye-watering, vomit-inducting passages like.....
'By the end of the century, the number of people who died a violent death at the hand of their fellow humans would rise to more than one hundred million... we only need to watch the daily news on television to realise that the madness has not abated, that it is continuing into the twenty-first century. Another aspect of the collective dysfunction of the human mind is unprecedented violence that humans are inflicting on other life-forms and the planet itself.. blah blah'
You get the message. We are doommmmeeeeddd!!! Having to wade through scaremongering sensationalistic crap like that is annoying to say the least. The style of writing is like reading sheet from The Sun.
I did give it two stars because there is something behind this book. The concepts are drawn from Hinduism and particularly about understanding the ego, self, self-realisation and self-awareness. I guess the good thing is that at least it does get the message across to the new age masses. But personally, I would go straight to the source from where the author get these ideas from... The Bhagavad Gita, The Teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi, books by Swami Vivekananda etc etc.
super book, 02 Sep 2008
Great one for the spiritual sceptics , stick with it there is something for everyone in here . Personally reccomended to a few friends something in here for everyone but if your reading it you probably dont need it , if your in doubt go check out the "is that so" chapter at the book store
A big ego writes about ego, 12 Aug 2008
I was given this by someone who saw Oprah raving about it and bought two copies in a state of excitement. I thought that the first three pages were quite good then was extremely disappointed as the rest went no further than to rehash Buddhism. My overriding concern is Tolle's continual denigration of the ego and his attempts to persuade us that if we could just annihilate any sense of being an individual or having individual thoughts or preferences we could all acheive permanent bliss. In fact, if we all followed this advice we would all coagulate in one big splurge of mush as no one would be allowed a personality at all.
This kind of spirituality feels very uncomfortable. I have always believed that the ego is a misunderstood beast and gets very bad press in New Age circles. We each represent a shard of God, here to express and experience our uniqueness and to evolve the whole while understanding we are part of the whole to which we will return following death. In addition, Tolle's regurgitated and extreme trashing of the ego is incongruent given that he benefits from the proceeds from a whole range of products, from calendars to cards, emblazoned with his name. No ego there then!
This book feels like a quick attempt to jump on the coat tails of his previous book and, for me, offers nothing new. I am sure this will do very well for the Eckhart Tolle franchise but am concerned about the cost to anybody who adopts this philosophy without understanding that 'God' the Universe or whatever you believe in gave us the ego for a reason. It enables you to find who you are and what you stand for. There is nothing inherently spiritual about voluntary self anhihilation. Even the Dala Lama left Tibet rather than adopting a stance of staying put and being 'meek' in the presence of danger. It isn't a New Earth it is a rehash and it doesn't say what it says on the tin 'awakening to your life purpose' should read 'putting your life purpose to sleep as it doesn't exist.'
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Customer Reviews
Erm!, 16 Sep 2008
I found this too wordy and deep for a simple soul such as myself however I did as advised on the Oprah site and sat with 2 marker pens in different colours to underline that which I understood and that which I didn't. Needless to say one colour got a heck of a bashing!!
I've given it 3 stars though because I did actually get some really good bits out of it which I jotted down on the spare blank pages at the back (in my own words so I would understand later) and for that it was worth reading/buying.
What I am most chuffed about however is reading a review by Paul Chipperfield (lower down) recommending Cheri Huber's book which as he said is much kinder to us mere mortals and he is sooooo right!! Cheri Huber writes in a way I can understand and access reasonably easily - challenging still but achievably so!
Nice one mate!
A New Earth - Best Book Ever!!, 04 Sep 2008
Dear Reader, if you only read one book in your lifetime, let this be the one. It is a must read for anyone ill or in hospital too. It's happy and uplifting. It will lift the the spirits and leave even the terminally ill in blissful peace. I am speaking from experience. 'Your presence (presents) is PURE JOY. Jennifer
There are better books out there, 03 Sep 2008
Reading this pretentious, sensationalistic, overblown book makes me want to dry-heave and at times a little sick actually came out my mouth from its eye-watering, vomit-inducting passages like.....
'By the end of the century, the number of people who died a violent death at the hand of their fellow humans would rise to more than one hundred million... we only need to watch the daily news on television to realise that the madness has not abated, that it is continuing into the twenty-first century. Another aspect of the collective dysfunction of the human mind is unprecedented violence that humans are inflicting on other life-forms and the planet itself.. blah blah'
You get the message. We are doommmmeeeeddd!!! Having to wade through scaremongering sensationalistic crap like that is annoying to say the least. The style of writing is like reading sheet from The Sun.
I did give it two stars because there is something behind this book. The concepts are drawn from Hinduism and particularly about understanding the ego, self, self-realisation and self-awareness. I guess the good thing is that at least it does get the message across to the new age masses. But personally, I would go straight to the source from where the author get these ideas from... The Bhagavad Gita, The Teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi, books by Swami Vivekananda etc etc.
super book, 02 Sep 2008
Great one for the spiritual sceptics , stick with it there is something for everyone in here . Personally reccomended to a few friends something in here for everyone but if your reading it you probably dont need it , if your in doubt go check out the "is that so" chapter at the book store
A big ego writes about ego, 12 Aug 2008
I was given this by someone who saw Oprah raving about it and bought two copies in a state of excitement. I thought that the first three pages were quite good then was extremely disappointed as the rest went no further than to rehash Buddhism. My overriding concern is Tolle's continual denigration of the ego and his attempts to persuade us that if we could just annihilate any sense of being an individual or having individual thoughts or preferences we could all acheive permanent bliss. In fact, if we all followed this advice we would all coagulate in one big splurge of mush as no one would be allowed a personality at all.
This kind of spirituality feels very uncomfortable. I have always believed that the ego is a misunderstood beast and gets very bad press in New Age circles. We each represent a shard of God, here to express and experience our uniqueness and to evolve the whole while understanding we are part of the whole to which we will return following death. In addition, Tolle's regurgitated and extreme trashing of the ego is incongruent given that he benefits from the proceeds from a whole range of products, from calendars to cards, emblazoned with his name. No ego there then!
This book feels like a quick attempt to jump on the coat tails of his previous book and, for me, offers nothing new. I am sure this will do very well for the Eckhart Tolle franchise but am concerned about the cost to anybody who adopts this philosophy without understanding that 'God' the Universe or whatever you believe in gave us the ego for a reason. It enables you to find who you are and what you stand for. There is nothing inherently spiritual about voluntary self anhihilation. Even the Dala Lama left Tibet rather than adopting a stance of staying put and being 'meek' in the presence of danger. It isn't a New Earth it is a rehash and it doesn't say what it says on the tin 'awakening to your life purpose' should read 'putting your life purpose to sleep as it doesn't exist.'
How to get rich slowly, 20 Sep 2008
This is just about the best non fiction book I have ever read and most certainly the best £4 I ever spent.
There are many thousands of books out there which claim to make us millionaires over night, many of which are sold here on Amazon. But while they quite often have overall 5 star ratings, you never actually see any customer reviews informing us they did indeed become a millionaire over night. What The Richest Man In Babylon does though is instead tell us that through using common sense and a bit of self discipline, we can all become rich over time.
The synopsis is simple, through a series of very brief stories taken from recently excavated scrolls perportedly found in the ancient lost city of Babylon, you are told how to manage your money. Each little tale has one main message and pretty much all of them ring true today.
The startling thing about the success of this book for me was that there isn't actually anything new in it. The classic example of this is one of the early messages: 'Spend less than you earn and you will become rich.' Duh! Blatantly obvious really but if you think about it how many of us in this day and age actually do this? Where credit is so easy to obtain, how many of us now live beyond our means? I genuinely feel this should be given to kids and taught in schools as they are the ones who would most benefit from it.
One of the tales did stick in my throat a little bit and is slightly more difficult to apply in today's society: A chap in considerable debt who has decided to turn his life around is advised to go and see all his creditors to inform them that he is sorting it out and that they will get their money back gradually over a certain period, all the while still maintaining his 'spend less than he earns' mantra.
A good idea indeed but not very practicle in today's economy. Let's say an individual owes a large amount on their credit card and their minimum payments plus their other outgoings amount to more than they earn. (sound familiar?!) If he goes to his credit card company and says "look, sorry - I can't pay what you want each month but can give you £100 a month until it's cleared." The credit card company will probably agree to this in some form or another, after all £100 is better than nothing and this is pointed out in the book. But this kind of Individual Voluntary Arrangement today now becomes a social stigma and official black mark against our name, effectively stopping us from getting mortgages or any other type of ligitimate credit in the future.
The author of the 'scrolls' would say that this was not an issue as we should never use credit but today it is a necessary part of life and certainly about the only way most of us would be able to buy a house.
This minor quibble aside, I still wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who listens (and a few who don't, especially if they have kids too young to have made their parents' financial mistakes). Unlike one previous reviewer, I found the style very easy to read and even managed to get through entire chapters while waiting for my kettle to boil!
While there isn't really any true method to follow as such, I've applied the messages to my finances where possible for nearly 2 years now and have reduced my debt to a 10th of what it was and saved up a tidy few quid. I know it won't make me rich over night on it's own but I also know that I certainly won't be working for the rest of my life!
Get it, read it, follow what it says and you will become rich evetually.
Motivating a Wealth Mentality!, 25 Aug 2008
I read this book back in 1994. It has much timeless knowledge.
The Richest Man in Babylon is an inspirational book on helping to create an investment mentality by using parables of how the Richest Man in Babylon would have invested. It is for beginning investors who need good reasons to develop a proper mindset to start working towards becoming financially independent. It also is a good book for recharging a wealth mentality in any investor.
The concepts in the book are simple, but their effects on wealth are profound! For example, George Clason covers The Five Laws of Gold . From the version I read, they are:
I. Gold cometh gladly and in increasing quantities to any man who will put by not less than one-tenth of his earnings to create an estate for his future and that of his family.
II. Gold laboreth diligently and contentedly for the wise owner who finds for it profitable employment, multiplying even as the flocks in the field.
III. Gold clingeth to the protection of the cautious owner who invests it under the advice of men wise in its handling.
IV. Gold slippeth away from the man who invests it in businesses or purposes with which he is not familiar or which are not approved by those skilled in its keep.
V. Gold flees the man who would force it to impossible earnings or who followeth the alluring advice of tricksters and schemers or who trusts it to his own inexperience and romantic desires in investment.
Overall an excellent book for beginners though advanced investors.
The Re-Discovery of Common Sense: A Guide To: The Lost Art of Critical Thinking
Financial detox!, 19 Aug 2008
'The Richest Man in Babylon' is inspirational and has radically changed my outlook on my finances. It begins by using a parable about a poor man in Babylon who seeks the advice of a wealthy man to let him know the secrets of his seemingly never ending pot of gold. He discovers that these secrets are actually quite straightforward and easily put into practice, which he does with proven results. Pitfalls are overcome and all the while we are learning the core rules of accumulating wealth, maintaining wealth and, most importantly, multiplying wealth.
Although this book is set in Ancient Babylon the rules still apply today, although now we are talking about money in the bank as opposed to bars of gold or shekels in your purse! Overall this has given me a far more balanced view of my money and life in general. It almost feels like you are cleansing your soul as you read it - a sort of mind detox! So for anyone who dreads opening letters from the bank or buries their head in the sand, this book is for you!
Brilliant, 09 Aug 2008
This book is quite simply brilliant. I have bought copies for other people as presents and all of them really enjoyed it. Yes its message is simple, but simple ideas are nearly always the best. Do your self a favour and just buy it now.
Excellent, 25 Jul 2008
Very good book to help you examine your way of thinking to finance. Ideal for the beach when on holiday or a long plane flight as the book is difficult to put down, one of the few really good books on finance. The government should make this a part of the national curriculum in school to make future generations more responcible and sucessful with their own personal finances.
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Customer Reviews
Erm!, 16 Sep 2008
I found this too wordy and deep for a simple soul such as myself however I did as advised on the Oprah site and sat with 2 marker pens in different colours to underline that which I understood and that which I didn't. Needless to say one colour got a heck of a bashing!!
I've given it 3 stars though because I did actually get some really good bits out of it which I jotted down on the spare blank pages at the back (in my own words so I would understand later) and for that it was worth reading/buying.
What I am most chuffed about however is reading a review by Paul Chipperfield (lower down) recommending Cheri Huber's book which as he said is much kinder to us mere mortals and he is sooooo right!! Cheri Huber writes in a way I can understand and access reasonably easily - challenging still but achievably so!
Nice one mate!
A New Earth - Best Book Ever!!, 04 Sep 2008
Dear Reader, if you only read one book in your lifetime, let this be the one. It is a must read for anyone ill or in hospital too. It's happy and uplifting. It will lift the the spirits and leave even the terminally ill in blissful peace. I am speaking from experience. 'Your presence (presents) is PURE JOY. Jennifer
There are better books out there, 03 Sep 2008
Reading this pretentious, sensationalistic, overblown book makes me want to dry-heave and at times a little sick actually came out my mouth from its eye-watering, vomit-inducting passages like.....
'By the end of the century, the number of people who died a violent death at the hand of their fellow humans would rise to more than one hundred million... we only need to watch the daily news on television to realise that the madness has not abated, that it is continuing into the twenty-first century. Another aspect of the collective dysfunction of the human mind is unprecedented violence that humans are inflicting on other life-forms and the planet itself.. blah blah'
You get the message. We are doommmmeeeeddd!!! Having to wade through scaremongering sensationalistic crap like that is annoying to say the least. The style of writing is like reading sheet from The Sun.
I did give it two stars because there is something behind this book. The concepts are drawn from Hinduism and particularly about understanding the ego, self, self-realisation and self-awareness. I guess the good thing is that at least it does get the message across to the new age masses. But personally, I would go straight to the source from where the author get these ideas from... The Bhagavad Gita, The Teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi, books by Swami Vivekananda etc etc.
super book, 02 Sep 2008
Great one for the spiritual sceptics , stick with it there is something for everyone in here . Personally reccomended to a few friends something in here for everyone but if your reading it you probably dont need it , if your in doubt go check out the "is that so" chapter at the book store
A big ego writes about ego, 12 Aug 2008
I was given this by someone who saw Oprah raving about it and bought two copies in a state of excitement. I thought that the first three pages were quite good then was extremely disappointed as the rest went no further than to rehash Buddhism. My overriding concern is Tolle's continual denigration of the ego and his attempts to persuade us that if we could just annihilate any sense of being an individual or having individual thoughts or preferences we could all acheive permanent bliss. In fact, if we all followed this advice we would all coagulate in one big splurge of mush as no one would be allowed a personality at all.
This kind of spirituality feels very uncomfortable. I have always believed that the ego is a misunderstood beast and gets very bad press in New Age circles. We each represent a shard of God, here to express and experience our uniqueness and to evolve the whole while understanding we are part of the whole to which we will return following death. In addition, Tolle's regurgitated and extreme trashing of the ego is incongruent given that he benefits from the proceeds from a whole range of products, from calendars to cards, emblazoned with his name. No ego there then!
This book feels like a quick attempt to jump on the coat tails of his previous book and, for me, offers nothing new. I am sure this will do very well for the Eckhart Tolle franchise but am concerned about the cost to anybody who adopts this philosophy without understanding that 'God' the Universe or whatever you believe in gave us the ego for a reason. It enables you to find who you are and what you stand for. There is nothing inherently spiritual about voluntary self anhihilation. Even the Dala Lama left Tibet rather than adopting a stance of staying put and being 'meek' in the presence of danger. It isn't a New Earth it is a rehash and it doesn't say what it says on the tin 'awakening to your life purpose' should read 'putting your life purpose to sleep as it doesn't exist.'
How to get rich slowly, 20 Sep 2008
This is just about the best non fiction book I have ever read and most certainly the best £4 I ever spent.
There are many thousands of books out there which claim to make us millionaires over night, many of which are sold here on Amazon. But while they quite often have overall 5 star ratings, you never actually see any customer reviews informing us they did indeed become a millionaire over night. What The Richest Man In Babylon does though is instead tell us that through using common sense and a bit of self discipline, we can all become rich over time.
The synopsis is simple, through a series of very brief stories taken from recently excavated scrolls perportedly found in the ancient lost city of Babylon, you are told how to manage your money. Each little tale has one main message and pretty much all of them ring true today.
The startling thing about the success of this book for me was that there isn't actually anything new in it. The classic example of this is one of the early messages: 'Spend less than you earn and you will become rich.' Duh! Blatantly obvious really but if you think about it how many of us in this day and age actually do this? Where credit is so easy to obtain, how many of us now live beyond our means? I genuinely feel this should be given to kids and taught in schools as they are the ones who would most benefit from it.
One of the tales did stick in my throat a little bit and is slightly more difficult to apply in today's society: A chap in considerable debt who has decided to turn his life around is advised to go and see all his creditors to inform them that he is sorting it out and that they will get their money back gradually over a certain period, all the while still maintaining his 'spend less than he earns' mantra.
A good idea indeed but not very practicle in today's economy. Let's say an individual owes a large amount on their credit card and their minimum payments plus their other outgoings amount to more than they earn. (sound familiar?!) If he goes to his credit card company and says "look, sorry - I can't pay what you want each month but can give you £100 a month until it's cleared." The credit card company will probably agree to this in some form or another, after all £100 is better than nothing and this is pointed out in the book. But this kind of Individual Voluntary Arrangement today now becomes a social stigma and official black mark against our name, effectively stopping us from getting mortgages or any other type of ligitimate credit in the future.
The author of the 'scrolls' would say that this was not an issue as we should never use credit but today it is a necessary part of life and certainly about the only way most of us would be able to buy a house.
This minor quibble aside, I still wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who listens (and a few who don't, especially if they have kids too young to have made their parents' financial mistakes). Unlike one previous reviewer, I found the style very easy to read and even managed to get through entire chapters while waiting for my kettle to boil!
While there isn't really any true method to follow as such, I've applied the messages to my finances where possible for nearly 2 years now and have reduced my debt to a 10th of what it was and saved up a tidy few quid. I know it won't make me rich over night on it's own but I also know that I certainly won't be working for the rest of my life!
Get it, read it, follow what it says and you will become rich evetually.
Motivating a Wealth Mentality!, 25 Aug 2008
I read this book back in 1994. It has much timeless knowledge.
The Richest Man in Babylon is an inspirational book on helping to create an investment mentality by using parables of how the Richest Man in Babylon would have invested. It is for beginning investors who need good reasons to develop a proper mindset to start working towards becoming financially independent. It also is a good book for recharging a wealth mentality in any investor.
The concepts in the book are simple, but their effects on wealth are profound! For example, George Clason covers The Five Laws of Gold . From the version I read, they are:
I. Gold cometh gladly and in increasing quantities to any man who will put by not less than one-tenth of his earnings to create an estate for his future and that of his family.
II. Gold laboreth diligently and contentedly for the wise owner who finds for it profitable employment, multiplying even as the flocks in the field.
III. Gold clingeth to the protection of the cautious owner who invests it under the advice of men wise in its handling.
IV. Gold slippeth away from the man who invests it in businesses or purposes with which he is not familiar or which are not approved by those skilled in its keep.
V. Gold flees the man who would force it to impossible earnings or who followeth the alluring advice of tricksters and schemers or who trusts it to his own inexperience and romantic desires in investment.
Overall an excellent book for beginners though advanced investors.
The Re-Discovery of Common Sense: A Guide To: The Lost Art of Critical Thinking
Financial detox!, 19 Aug 2008
'The Richest Man in Babylon' is inspirational and has radically changed my outlook on my finances. It begins by using a parable about a poor man in Babylon who seeks the advice of a wealthy man to let him know the secrets of his seemingly never ending pot of gold. He discovers that these secrets are actually quite straightforward and easily put into practice, which he does with proven results. Pitfalls are overcome and all the while we are learning the core rules of accumulating wealth, maintaining wealth and, most importantly, multiplying wealth.
Although this book is set in Ancient Babylon the rules still apply today, although now we are talking about money in the bank as opposed to bars of gold or shekels in your purse! Overall this has given me a far more balanced view of my money and life in general. It almost feels like you are cleansing your soul as you read it - a sort of mind detox! So for anyone who dreads opening letters from the bank or buries their head in the sand, this book is for you!
Brilliant, 09 Aug 2008
This book is quite simply brilliant. I have bought copies for other people as presents and all of them really enjoyed it. Yes its message is simple, but simple ideas are nearly always the best. Do your self a favour and just buy it now.
Excellent, 25 Jul 2008
Very good book to help you examine your way of thinking to finance. Ideal for the beach when on holiday or a long plane flight as the book is difficult to put down, one of the few really good books on finance. The government should make this a part of the national curriculum in school to make future generations more responcible and sucessful with their own personal finances.
Positive and inspiring, 04 Oct 2008
This Cosmic Ordering guide by Stephen Richards is the perfect antidote to modern living. It brilliantly explains the concepts of cosmic ordering so that the reader can easily understand and absorb the importance of communicating with the cosmos to make powerful changes in their life. As well as featuring the author's tale of success against the odds, I always enjoy reading about a person from a humble background succeeding, it is an inspiring read.
Should definitely be read in partnership with Stephen Richard's Cosmic Ordering Connection: Change Your Life Within Minutes! Together they are a powerful union for developing change. Lovely.
It worked, 28 Aug 2008
I was seriously sceptical but open minded before I read this book. I have to say I found it worked!! Up to now, everything I have asked for has materialised but it does not happen by magic. It takes time, perseverence and dedication to the cause.
It is an easy and interesting read, not at all difficult to follow.
Whether you call it cosmic ordering, wishful thinking, praying - it has certainly worked for me.
Oooops..., 08 Aug 2008
I guess you have to be a 'believer' in these kind of things first. What a load of nonsensical fragmented ideas about how to lead your life. Maybe there's an order in the cosmos, it sure isn't to be found in this book.
Cosmic timing, 24 Jul 2008
A great contribution to the debate from Stephen Richards. Most of us CO devotees have to put up with the odd jibe from friends about being nuts in planning our futures by the stars. But with this type of guide from Stephen Richards, and the intervention of a media giant like Noel Edmonds, it doesn't seem that funny any more.
A step-by-step plan for creating affluence and fulfilment in all areas of life, 02 Jul 2008
Over the past 40 years I've read an extensive range of books on spirituality, self-help and self-fulfilment. This is one highly respected book, and has made a unique contribution to Mind, Body and Spirit readers like me. There is something deep inside this book that seeks to propel us through life to become all we can be.
This book enables you to experience the power of your spirit and what it can achieve for you. A carefully crafted book, it is filled with ancient wisdom and modern insights...a practical guide for those on a spiritual journey as well as those on a journey of hope. Forget wasting all that money on `I Can Make Your Rich' and `Change Your Life in Seven Days' books. This is a book of awakening the secret to creating affluence in your life. The entire physical universe with all its abundance is there to be taken, this presents a step-by-step plan for creating affluence and fulfilment in all areas of life.
I believe this is a book borne out of a deep personal need by the author. Stephen Richards found himself searching for a way to reconcile his spiritual and creative longings. Fulfilment for him came along in the guise of cosmic ordering. As well as guiding the reader to making contact with the universe, we also get snippets of the author's own spiritual journey.
Embrace the gentle lessons and you will emerge from the wilderness of life into a light of abundance and peace. Most certainly, after 40 years of searching for what was right for me, I have found a spiritual transformation that now illuminates my life.
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Product Description
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sit down with the Dalai Lama and really press him about life's persistent questions? Why are so many people unhappy? How can I abjure loneliness? How can we reduce conflict? Is romantic love true love? Why do we suffer? How should we deal with unfairness and anger? How do you handle the death of a loved one? These are the conundrums that psychiatrist Howard Cutler poses to the Dalai Lama during an extended period of interviews in The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living. At first, the Dalai Lama's answers seem simplistic, like a surface reading of Robert Fulghum: ask yourself if you really need something; our enemies can be our teachers; compassion brings peace of mind. Cutler pushes: but some people do seem happy with lots of possessions; but "suffering is life" is so pessimistic; but going to extremes provides the zest in life; but what if I don't believe in karma? As the Dalai Lama's responses become more involved, a coherent philosophy takes shape. Cutler then develops the Dalai Lama's answers in the context of scientific studies and cases from his own practice, substantiating and elaborating on what he finds to be a revolutionary psychology. Like any art, the art of happiness requires study and practice--and the talent for it, the Dalai Lama assures us, is in our nature. --Brian Bruya
Customer Reviews
Erm!, 16 Sep 2008
I found this too wordy and deep for a simple soul such as myself however I did as advised on the Oprah site and sat with 2 marker pens in different colours to underline that which I understood and that which I didn't. Needless to say one colour got a heck of a bashing!!
I've given it 3 stars though because I did actually get some really good bits out of it which I jotted down on the spare blank pages at the back (in my own words so I would understand later) and for that it was worth reading/buying.
What I am most chuffed about however is reading a review by Paul Chipperfield (lower down) recommending Cheri Huber's book which as he said is much kinder to us mere mortals and he is sooooo right!! Cheri Huber writes in a way I can understand and access reasonably easily - challenging still but achievably so!
Nice one mate!
A New Earth - Best Book Ever!!, 04 Sep 2008
Dear Reader, if you only read one book in your lifetime, let this be the one. It is a must read for anyone ill or in hospital too. It's happy and uplifting. It will lift the the spirits and leave even the terminally ill in blissful peace. I am speaking from experience. 'Your presence (presents) is PURE JOY. Jennifer
There are better books out there, 03 Sep 2008
Reading this pretentious, sensationalistic, overblown book makes me want to dry-heave and at times a little sick actually came out my mouth from its eye-watering, vomit-inducting passages like.....
'By the end of the century, the number of people who died a violent death at the hand of their fellow humans would rise to more than one hundred million... we only need to watch the daily news on television to realise that the madness has not abated, that it is continuing into the twenty-first century. Another aspect of the collective dysfunction of the human mind is unprecedented violence that humans are inflicting on other life-forms and the planet itself.. blah blah'
You get the message. We are doommmmeeeeddd!!! Having to wade through scaremongering sensationalistic crap like that is annoying to say the least. The style of writing is like reading sheet from The Sun.
I did give it two stars because there is something behind this book. The concepts are drawn from Hinduism and particularly about understanding the ego, self, self-realisation and self-awareness. I guess the good thing is that at least it does get the message across to the new age masses. But personally, I would go straight to the source from where the author get these ideas from... The Bhagavad Gita, The Teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi, books by Swami Vivekananda etc etc.
super book, 02 Sep 2008
Great one for the spiritual sceptics , stick with it there is something for everyone in here . Personally reccomended to a few friends something in here for everyone but if your reading it you probably dont need it , if your in doubt go check out the "is that so" chapter at the book store
A big ego writes about ego, 12 Aug 2008
I was given this by someone who saw Oprah raving about it and bought two copies in a state of excitement. I thought that the first three pages were quite good then was extremely disappointed as the rest went no further than to rehash Buddhism. My overriding concern is Tolle's continual denigration of the ego and his attempts to persuade us that if we could just annihilate any sense of being an individual or having individual thoughts or preferences we could all acheive permanent bliss. In fact, if we all followed this advice we would all coagulate in one big splurge of mush as no one would be allowed a personality at all.
This kind of spirituality feels very uncomfortable. I have always believed that the ego is a misunderstood beast and gets very bad press in New Age circles. We each represent a shard of God, here to express and experience our uniqueness and to evolve the whole while understanding we are part of the whole to which we will return following death. In addition, Tolle's regurgitated and extreme trashing of the ego is incongruent given that he benefits from the proceeds from a whole range of products, from calendars to cards, emblazoned with his name. No ego there then!
This book feels like a quick attempt to jump on the coat tails of his previous book and, for me, offers nothing new. I am sure this will do very well for the Eckhart Tolle franchise but am concerned about the cost to anybody who adopts this philosophy without understanding that 'God' the Universe or whatever you believe in gave us the ego for a reason. It enables you to find who you are and what you stand for. There is nothing inherently spiritual about voluntary self anhihilation. Even the Dala Lama left Tibet rather than adopting a stance of staying put and being 'meek' in the presence of danger. It isn't a New Earth it is a rehash and it doesn't say what it says on the tin 'awakening to your life purpose' should read 'putting your life purpose to sleep as it doesn't exist.'
How to get rich slowly, 20 Sep 2008
This is just about the best non fiction book I have ever read and most certainly the best £4 I ever spent.
There are many thousands of books out there which claim to make us millionaires over night, many of which are sold here on Amazon. But while they quite often have overall 5 star ratings, you never actually see any customer reviews informing us they did indeed become a millionaire over night. What The Richest Man In Babylon does though is instead tell us that through using common sense and a bit of self discipline, we can all become rich over time.
The synopsis is simple, through a series of very brief stories taken from recently excavated scrolls perportedly found in the ancient lost city of Babylon, you are told how to manage your money. Each little tale has one main message and pretty much all of them ring true today.
The startling thing about the success of this book for me was that there isn't actually anything new in it. The classic example of this is one of the early messages: 'Spend less than you earn and you will become rich.' Duh! Blatantly obvious really but if you think about it how many of us in this day and age actually do this? Where credit is so easy to obtain, how many of us now live beyond our means? I genuinely feel this should be given to kids and taught in schools as they are the ones who would most benefit from it.
One of the tales did stick in my throat a little bit and is slightly more difficult to apply in today's society: A chap in considerable debt who has decided to turn his life around is advised to go and see all his creditors to inform them that he is sorting it out and that they will get their money back gradually over a certain period, all the while still maintaining his 'spend less than he earns' mantra.
A good idea indeed but not very practicle in today's economy. Let's say an individual owes a large amount on their credit card and their minimum payments plus their other outgoings amount to more than they earn. (sound familiar?!) If he goes to his credit card company and says "look, sorry - I can't pay what you want each month but can give you £100 a month until it's cleared." The credit card company will probably agree to this in some form or another, after all £100 is better than nothing and this is pointed out in the book. But this kind of Individual Voluntary Arrangement today now becomes a social stigma and official black mark against our name, effectively stopping us from getting mortgages or any other type of ligitimate credit in the future.
The author of the 'scrolls' would say that this was not an issue as we should never use credit but today it is a necessary part of life and certainly about the only way most of us would be able to buy a house.
This minor quibble aside, I still wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who listens (and a few who don't, especially if they have kids too young to have made their parents' financial mistakes). Unlike one previous reviewer, I found the style very easy to read and even managed to get through entire chapters while waiting for my kettle to boil!
While there isn't really any true method to follow as such, I've applied the messages to my finances where possible for nearly 2 years now and have reduced my debt to a 10th of what it was and saved up a tidy few quid. I know it won't make me rich over night on it's own but I also know that I certainly won't be working for the rest of my life!
Get it, read it, follow what it says and you will become rich evetually.
Motivating a Wealth Mentality!, 25 Aug 2008
I read this book back in 1994. It has much timeless knowledge.
The Richest Man in Babylon is an inspirational book on helping to create an investment mentality by using parables of how the Richest Man in Babylon would have invested. It is for beginning investors who need good reasons to develop a proper mindset to start working towards becoming financially independent. It also is a good book for recharging a wealth mentality in any investor.
The concepts in the book are simple, but their effects on wealth are profound! For example, George Clason covers The Five Laws of Gold . From the version I read, they are:
I. Gold cometh gladly and in increasing quantities to any man who will put by not less than one-tenth of his earnings to create an estate for his future and that of his family.
II. Gold laboreth diligently and contentedly for the wise owner who finds for it profitable employment, multiplying even as the flocks in the field.
III. Gold clingeth to the protection of the cautious owner who invests it under the advice of men wise in its handling.
IV. Gold slippeth away from the man who invests it in businesses or purposes with which he is not familiar or which are not approved by those skilled in its keep.
V. Gold flees the man who would force it to impossible earnings or who followeth the alluring advice of tricksters and schemers or who trusts it to his own inexperience and romantic desires in investment.
Overall an excellent book for beginners though advanced investors.
The Re-Discovery of Common Sense: A Guide To: The Lost Art of Critical Thinking
Financial detox!, 19 Aug 2008
'The Richest Man in Babylon' is inspirational and has radically changed my outlook on my finances. It begins by using a parable about a poor man in Babylon who seeks the advice of a wealthy man to let him know the secrets of his seemingly never ending pot of gold. He discovers that these secrets are actually quite straightforward and easily put into practice, which he does with proven results. Pitfalls are overcome and all the while we are learning the core rules of accumulating wealth, maintaining wealth and, most importantly, multiplying wealth.
Although this book is set in Ancient Babylon the rules still apply today, although now we are talking about money in the bank as opposed to bars of gold or shekels in your purse! Overall this has given me a far more balanced view of my money and life in general. It almost feels like you are cleansing your soul as you read it - a sort of mind detox! So for anyone who dreads opening letters from the bank or buries their head in the sand, this book is for you!
Brilliant, 09 Aug 2008
This book is quite simply brilliant. I have bought copies for other people as presents and all of them really enjoyed it. Yes its message is simple, but simple ideas are nearly always the best. Do your self a favour and just buy it now.
Excellent, 25 Jul 2008
Very good book to help you examine your way of thinking to finance. Ideal for the beach when on holiday or a long plane flight as the book is difficult to put down, one of the few really good books on finance. The government should make this a part of the national curriculum in school to make future generations more responcible and sucessful with their own personal finances.
Positive and inspiring, 04 Oct 2008
This Cosmic Ordering guide by Stephen Richards is the perfect antidote to modern living. It brilliantly explains the concepts of cosmic ordering so that the reader can easily understand and absorb the importance of communicating with the cosmos to make powerful changes in their life. As well as featuring the author's tale of success against the odds, I always enjoy reading about a person from a humble background succeeding, it is an inspiring read.
Should definitely be read in partnership with Stephen Richard's Cosmic Ordering Connection: Change Your Life Within Minutes! Together they are a powerful union for developing change. Lovely.
It worked, 28 Aug 2008
I was seriously sceptical but open minded before I read this book. I have to say I found it worked!! Up to now, everything I have asked for has materialised but it does not happen by magic. It takes time, perseverence and dedication to the cause.
It is an easy and interesting read, not at all difficult to follow.
Whether you call it cosmic ordering, wishful thinking, praying - it has certainly worked for me.
Oooops..., 08 Aug 2008
I guess you have to be a 'believer' in these kind of things first. What a load of nonsensical fragmented ideas about how to lead your life. Maybe there's an order in the cosmos, it sure isn't to be found in this book.
Cosmic timing, 24 Jul 2008
A great contribution to the debate from Stephen Richards. Most of us CO devotees have to put up with the odd jibe from friends about being nuts in planning our futures by the stars. But with this type of guide from Stephen Richards, and the intervention of a media giant like Noel Edmonds, it doesn't seem that funny any more.
A step-by-step plan for creating affluence and fulfilment in all areas of life, 02 Jul 2008
Over the past 40 years I've read an extensive range of books on spirituality, self-help and self-fulfilment. This is one highly respected book, and has made a unique contribution to Mind, Body and Spirit readers like me. There is something deep inside this book that seeks to propel us through life to become all we can be.
This book enables you to experience the power of your spirit and what it can achieve for you. A carefully crafted book, it is filled with ancient wisdom and modern insights...a practical guide for those on a spiritual journey as well as those on a journey of hope. Forget wasting all that money on `I Can Make Your Rich' and `Change Your Life in Seven Days' books. This is a book of awakening the secret to creating affluence in your life. The entire physical universe with all its abundance is there to be taken, this presents a step-by-step plan for creating affluence and fulfilment in all areas of life.
I believe this is a book borne out of a deep personal need by the author. Stephen Richards found himself searching for a way to reconcile his spiritual and creative longings. Fulfilment for him came along in the guise of cosmic ordering. As well as guiding the reader to making contact with the universe, we also get snippets of the author's own spiritual journey.
Embrace the gentle lessons and you will emerge from the wilderness of life into a light of abundance and peace. Most certainly, after 40 years of searching for what was right for me, I have found a spiritual transformation that now illuminates my life.
good book, easy to read and understand, 20 Jul 2008
I personally found this book very helpful and enjoyed reading it. It is nice to be able to see things from a positive perspective and this book helps you to do that. Although it is probably worth mentioning that none of the wonderful ideas in this book will work without alott of effort and self discipline. It covers attitude and philosophy and does not include any real techniques or methods, but there are other books that do, and i find this book to compliment them well.
If you have a problem with the idea of trying to be a better person and the effort that it involves, then you may not find this book useful.
This book is mostly just words.(no pun intended)
Although if you consider the harm that cruel words can do, then surely kind words can help to ease the pain of others? As long as the words are sincere, then actions will, by definition, follow. I think sometimes it helps just to know that someone cares.
I am happier as a result of reading the ideas in this book!, 14 Apr 2008
This is an excellent book. Easy to read, uplifting, clear and full of strong and deep ideas.
If you are in any way hesitating about buying this book, don't! You will be very glad you did.....and happier.....
Drivel, 26 Mar 2008
If pretty words, wishful thinking and prayer (all the same thing, actually) changed the world, we'd all be already living in a better world. But they don't - you have to grow up and stop living the dream, yours, or even worse, somebody else's. And stop hankering after 'lost wisdom' from the 'mystic east' and other such childishness.
The style of this book lets it down, 21 Feb 2008
I first came to this book after one of my counselling clients mentioned that he had been reading it, and that he thought it had helped him to further understand how he needed to change. Intrigued, I decided to get my hands on the book to see if I could discover why he found it so useful.
As you could expect from a book that has the involvement of the Dalai Lama, what I found was a very spiritual, compassionate discourse on life. However, like a previous reviewer, I also found that the voice of Howard Cutler lets this book down. Although I can understand why they have decided to tackle this subject in the way they have - the book is set out as an interview between the two men, interspersed with anecdotes from Cutler's own experience - I feel that it takes focus away from the Dalai Lama's voice. I would prefer this book if it was just a commentary by the Dalai Lama.
That gripe aside, I think THE ART OF HAPPINESS is a delightful way to bring Western thinkers around to another way of seeing life and themselves. As a way of introducing Tibetan Buddhism, this book is a triumph - it is engaging, enjoyable, thought-provoking and an easy way of beginning an interest in this philosophy.
If you read this and enjoy it, I would also recommned that you then go and read some work by Thich Nhat Hanh, a Buddhist monk who writes beautiful books on Buddhism.
I loved this book.., 10 Feb 2008
Common sense and easy.. Smile when you are happy, smile when you are sad..
result
happier living :o)
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Customer Reviews
Erm!, 16 Sep 2008
I found this too wordy and deep for a simple soul such as myself however I did as advised on the Oprah site and sat with 2 marker pens in different colours to underline that which I understood and that which I didn't. Needless to say one colour got a heck of a bashing!!
I've given it 3 stars though because I did actually get some really good bits out of it which I jotted down on the spare blank pages at the back (in my own words so I would understand later) and for that it was worth reading/buying.
What I am most chuffed about however is reading a review by Paul Chipperfield (lower down) recommending Cheri Huber's book which as he said is much kinder to us mere mortals and he is sooooo right!! Cheri Huber writes in a way I can understand and access reasonably easily - challenging still but achievably so!
Nice one mate!
A New Earth - Best Book Ever!!, 04 Sep 2008
Dear Reader, if you only read one book in your lifetime, let this be the one. It is a must read for anyone ill or in hospital too. It's happy and uplifting. It will lift the the spirits and leave even the terminally ill in blissful peace. I am speaking from experience. 'Your presence (presents) is PURE JOY. Jennifer
There are better books out there, 03 Sep 2008
Reading this pretentious, sensationalistic, overblown book makes me want to dry-heave and at times a little sick actually came out my mouth from its eye-watering, vomit-inducting passages like.....
'By the end of the century, the number of people who died a violent death at the hand of their fellow humans would rise to more than one hundred million... we only need to watch the daily news on television to realise that the madness has not abated, that it is continuing into the twenty-first century. Another aspect of the collective dysfunction of the human mind is unprecedented violence that humans are inflicting on other life-forms and the planet itself.. blah blah'
You get the message. We are doommmmeeeeddd!!! Having to wade through scaremongering sensationalistic crap like that is annoying to say the least. The style of writing is like reading sheet from The Sun.
I did give it two stars because there is something behind this book. The concepts are drawn from Hinduism and particularly about understanding the ego, self, self-realisation and self-awareness. I guess the good thing is that at least it does get the message across to the new age masses. But personally, I would go straight to the source from where the author get these ideas from... The Bhagavad Gita, The Teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi, books by Swami Vivekananda etc etc.
super book, 02 Sep 2008
Great one for the spiritual sceptics , stick with it there is something for everyone in here . Personally reccomended to a few friends something in here for everyone but if your reading it you probably dont need it , if your in doubt go check out the "is that so" chapter at the book store
A big ego writes about ego, 12 Aug 2008
I was given this by someone who saw Oprah raving about it and bought two copies in a state of excitement. I thought that the first three pages were quite good then was extremely disappointed as the rest went no further than to rehash Buddhism. My overriding concern is Tolle's continual denigration of the ego and his attempts to persuade us that if we could just annihilate any sense of being an individual or having individual thoughts or preferences we could all acheive permanent bliss. In fact, if we all followed this advice we would all coagulate in one big splurge of mush as no one would be allowed a personality at all.
This kind of spirituality feels very uncomfortable. I have always believed that the ego is a misunderstood beast and gets very bad press in New Age circles. We each represent a shard of God, here to express and experience our uniqueness and to evolve the whole while understanding we are part of the whole to which we will return following death. In addition, Tolle's regurgitated and extreme trashing of the ego is incongruent given that he benefits from the proceeds from a whole range of products, from calendars to cards, emblazoned with his name. No ego there then!
This book feels like a quick attempt to jump on the coat tails of his previous book and, for me, offers nothing new. I am sure this will do very well for the Eckhart Tolle franchise but am concerned about the cost to anybody who adopts this philosophy without understanding that 'God' the Universe or whatever you believe in gave us the ego for a reason. It enables you to find who you are and what you stand for. There is nothing inherently spiritual about voluntary self anhihilation. Even the Dala Lama left Tibet rather than adopting a stance of staying put and being 'meek' in the presence of danger. It isn't a New Earth it is a rehash and it doesn't say what it says on the tin 'awakening to your life purpose' should read 'putting your life purpose to sleep as it doesn't exist.'
How to get rich slowly, 20 Sep 2008
This is just about the best non fiction book I have ever read and most certainly the best £4 I ever spent.
There are many thousands of books out there which claim to make us millionaires over night, many of which are sold here on Amazon. But while they quite often have overall 5 star ratings, you never actually see any customer reviews informing us they did indeed become a millionaire over night. What The Richest Man In Babylon does though is instead tell us that through using common sense and a bit of self discipline, we can all become rich over time.
The synopsis is simple, through a series of very brief stories taken from recently excavated scrolls perportedly found in the ancient lost city of Babylon, you are told how to manage your money. Each little tale has one main message and pretty much all of them ring true today.
The startling thing about the success of this book for me was that there isn't actually anything new in it. The classic example of this is one of the early messages: 'Spend less than you earn and you will become rich.' Duh! Blatantly obvious really but if you think about it how many of us in this day and age actually do this? Where credit is so easy to obtain, how many of us now live beyond our means? I genuinely feel this should be given to kids and taught in schools as they are the ones who would most benefit from it.
One of the tales did stick in my throat a little bit and is slightly more difficult to apply in today's society: A chap in considerable debt who has decided to turn his life around is advised to go and see all his creditors to inform them that he is sorting it out and that they will get their money back gradually over a certain period, all the while still maintaining his 'spend less than he earns' mantra.
A good idea indeed but not very practicle in today's economy. Let's say an individual owes a large amount on their credit card and their minimum payments plus their other outgoings amount to more than they earn. (sound familiar?!) If he goes to his credit card company and says "look, sorry - I can't pay what you want each month but can give you £100 a month until it's cleared." The credit card company will probably agree to this in some form or another, after all £100 is better than nothing and this is pointed out in the book. But this kind of Individual Voluntary Arrangement today now becomes a social stigma and official black mark against our name, effectively stopping us from getting mortgages or any other type of ligitimate credit in the future.
The author of the 'scrolls' would say that this was not an issue as we should never use credit but today it is a necessary part of life and certainly about the only way most of us would be able to buy a house.
This minor quibble aside, I still wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who listens (and a few who don't, especially if they have kids too young to have made their parents' financial mistakes). Unlike one previous reviewer, I found the style very easy to read and even managed to get through entire chapters while waiting for my kettle to boil!
While there isn't really any true method to follow as such, I've applied the messages to my finances where possible for nearly 2 years now and have reduced my debt to a 10th of what it was and saved up a tidy few quid. I know it won't make me rich over night on it's own but I also know that I certainly won't be working for the rest of my life!
Get it, read it, follow what it says and you will become rich evetually.
Motivating a Wealth Mentality!, 25 Aug 2008
I read this book back in 1994. It has much timeless knowledge.
The Richest Man in Babylon is an inspirational book on helping to create an investment mentality by using parables of how the Richest Man in Babylon would have invested. It is for beginning investors who need good reasons to develop a proper mindset to start working towards becoming financially independent. It also is a good book for recharging a wealth mentality in any investor.
The concepts in the book are simple, but their effects on wealth are profound! For example, George Clason covers The Five Laws of Gold . From the version I read, they are:
I. Gold cometh gladly and in increasing quantities to any man who will put by not less than one-tenth of his earnings to create an estate for his future and that of his family.
II. Gold laboreth diligently and contentedly for the wise owner who finds for it profitable employment, multiplying even as the flocks in the field.
III. Gold clingeth to the protection of the cautious owner who invests it under the advice of men wise in its handling.
IV. Gold slippeth away from the man who invests it in businesses or purposes with which he is not familiar or which are not approved by those skilled in its keep.
V. Gold flees the man who would force it to impossible earnings or who followeth the alluring advice of tricksters and schemers or who trusts it to his own inexperience and romantic desires in investment.
Overall an excellent book for beginners though advanced investors.
The Re-Discovery of Common Sense: A Guide To: The Lost Art of Critical Thinking
Financial detox!, 19 Aug 2008
'The Richest Man in Babylon' is inspirational and has radically changed my outlook on my finances. It begins by using a parable about a poor man in Babylon who seeks the advice of a wealthy man to let him know the secrets of his seemingly never ending pot of gold. He discovers that these secrets are actually quite straightforward and easily put into practice, which he does with proven results. Pitfalls are overcome and all the while we are learning the core rules of accumulating wealth, maintaining wealth and, most importantly, multiplying wealth.
Although this book is set in Ancient Babylon the rules still apply today, although now we are talking about money in the bank as opposed to bars of gold or shekels in your purse! Overall this has given me a far more balanced view of my money and life in general. It almost feels like you are cleansing your soul as you read it - a sort of mind detox! So for anyone who dreads opening letters from the bank or buries their head in the sand, this book is for you!
Brilliant, 09 Aug 2008
This book is quite simply brilliant. I have bought copies for other people as presents and all of them really enjoyed it. Yes its message is simple, but simple ideas are nearly always the best. Do your self a favour and just buy it now.
Excellent, 25 Jul 2008
Very good book to help you examine your way of thinking to finance. Ideal for the beach when on holiday or a long plane flight as the book is difficult to put down, one of the few really good books on finance. The government should make this a part of the national curriculum in school to make future generations more responcible and sucessful with their own personal finances.
Positive and inspiring, 04 Oct 2008
This Cosmic Ordering guide by Stephen Richards is the perfect antidote to modern living. It brilliantly explains the concepts of cosmic ordering so that the reader can easily understand and absorb the importance of communicating with the cosmos to make powerful changes in their life. As well as featuring the author's tale of success against the odds, I always enjoy reading about a person from a humble background succeeding, it is an inspiring read.
Should definitely be read in partnership with Stephen Richard's Cosmic Ordering Connection: Change Your Life Within Minutes! Together they are a powerful union for developing change. Lovely.
It worked, 28 Aug 2008
I was seriously sceptical but open minded before I read this book. I have to say I found it worked!! Up to now, everything I have asked for has materialised but it does not happen by magic. It takes time, perseverence and dedication to the cause.
It is an easy and interesting read, not at all difficult to follow.
Whether you call it cosmic ordering, wishful thinking, praying - it has certainly worked for me.
Oooops..., 08 Aug 2008
I guess you have to be a 'believer' in these kind of things first. What a load of nonsensical fragmented ideas about how to lead your life. Maybe there's an order in the cosmos, it sure isn't to be found in this book.
Cosmic timing, 24 Jul 2008
A great contribution to the debate from Stephen Richards. Most of us CO devotees have to put up with the odd jibe from friends about being nuts in planning our futures by the stars. But with this type of guide from Stephen Richards, and the intervention of a media giant like Noel Edmonds, it doesn't seem that funny any more.
A step-by-step plan for creating affluence and fulfilment in all areas of life, 02 Jul 2008
Over the past 40 years I've read an extensive range of books on spirituality, self-help and self-fulfilment. This is one highly respected book, and has made a unique contribution to Mind, Body and Spirit readers like me. There is something deep inside this book that seeks to propel us through life to become all we can be.
This book enables you to experience the power of your spirit and what it can achieve for you. A carefully crafted book, it is filled with ancient wisdom and modern insights...a practical guide for those on a spiritual journey as well as those on a journey of hope. Forget wasting all that money on `I Can Make Your Rich' and `Change Your Life in Seven Days' books. This is a book of awakening the secret to creating affluence in your life. The entire physical universe with all its abundance is there to be taken, this presents a step-by-step plan for creating affluence and fulfilment in all areas of life.
I believe this is a book borne out of a deep personal need by the author. Stephen Richards found himself searching for a way to reconcile his spiritual and creative longings. Fulfilment for him came along in the guise of cosmic ordering. As well as guiding the reader to making contact with the universe, we also get snippets of the author's own spiritual journey.
Embrace the gentle lessons and you will emerge from the wilderness of life into a light of abundance and peace. Most certainly, after 40 years of searching for what was right for me, I have found a spiritual transformation that now illuminates my life.
good book, easy to read and understand, 20 Jul 2008
I personally found this book very helpful and enjoyed reading it. It is nice to be able to see things from a positive perspective and this book helps you to do that. Although it is probably worth mentioning that none of the wonderful ideas in this book will work without alott of effort and self discipline. It covers attitude and philosophy and does not include any real techniques or methods, but there are other books that do, and i find this book to compliment them well.
If you have a problem with the idea of trying to be a better person and the effort that it involves, then you may not find this book useful.
This book is mostly just words.(no pun intended)
Although if you consider the harm that cruel words can do, then surely kind words can help to ease the pain of others? As long as the words are sincere, then actions will, by definition, follow. I think sometimes it helps just to know that someone cares.
I am happier as a result of reading the ideas in this book!, 14 Apr 2008
This is an excellent book. Easy to read, uplifting, clear and full of strong and deep ideas.
If you are in any way hesitating about buying this book, don't! You will be very glad you did.....and happier.....
Drivel, 26 Mar 2008
If pretty words, wishful thinking and prayer (all the same thing, actually) changed the world, we'd all be already living in a better world. But they don't - you have to grow up and stop living the dream, yours, or even worse, somebody else's. And stop hankering after 'lost wisdom' from the 'mystic east' and other such childishness.
The style of this book lets it down, 21 Feb 2008
I first came to this book after one of my counselling clients mentioned that he had been reading it, and that he thought it had helped him to further understand how he needed to change. Intrigued, I decided to get my hands on the book to see if I could discover why he found it so useful.
As you could expect from a book that has the involvement of the Dalai Lama, what I found was a very spiritual, compassionate discourse on life. However, like a previous reviewer, I also found that the voice of Howard Cutler lets this book down. Although I can understand why they have decided to tackle this subject in the way they have - the book is set out as an interview between the two men, interspersed with anecdotes from Cutler's own experience - I feel that it takes focus away from the Dalai Lama's voice. I would prefer this book if it was just a commentary by the Dalai Lama.
That gripe aside, I think THE ART OF HAPPINESS is a delightful way to bring Western thinkers around to another way of seeing life and themselves. As a way of introducing Tibetan Buddhism, this book is a triumph - it is engaging, enjoyable, thought-provoking and an easy way of beginning an interest in this philosophy.
If you read this and enjoy it, I would also recommned that you then go and read some work by Thich Nhat Hanh, a Buddhist monk who writes beautiful books on Buddhism.
I loved this book.., 10 Feb 2008
Common sense and easy.. Smile when you are happy, smile when you are sad..
result
happier living :o)
The All-too-human Muddle, 28 Sep 2008
I read this to find out what the latest thinking might be concerning the supposed relationship between quantum physics and 'spirituality'.
Unfortunately I'm none the wiser due to Mr Braden's error-filled and woolly thinking.
He makes too much of his own experience in a tech industry, as if to give himself some authority. He cherry-picks the science in support of his own desired outcomes, he extrapolates hugely and unashamedly from the subatomic scale to human emotions and beyond, and makes unjustified jumps and associations of ideas to come up with unprovable conslusions.
It's not about quantum physics in any that might help us understand our palce in the world. It's not a spiritual path or practise that might help us transform ourselves. So I guess it must be a good business model.
Interesting, but only if you like to take stuff at face value, 22 Sep 2008
Gregg Braden's book is an interesting read, but although the author clearly states that his aim is not to produce a scientific piece of work (which is fair considering he's not a scientist), I feel like he has overstretched himself.
The general idea that Gregg tries to explain in the book is the existence of something like a field which permeates the entire universe, akin to the so-called ether. He believes that this field or matrix connects everything and everyone and makes it possible for us to influence objects or people without boundaries of time and space.
One of the shortcomings of the book, in my humble opinion, is that Gregg start by saying that the book is not meant to be scientific, but then goes on to describe a series of scientific experiments, mainly related to quantum physics, the results of which he extrapolates to our everyday lives. There is no way to make that connection without some sort of evidence. He uses and abuses of the term "quantum", and believes that the secret to tapping the power of this matrix is our emotions. He goes on to create a list of 20 'keys' to achieve this, which turns the book into a real new-age, will-change-your-life-forever-if-you-follow-the-keys kind of deal. Not that I think that there's anything wrong with that, but it's just not my cup of tea.
While the results from quantum physics really are interesting, the idea that they also apply outside the quantum realm is entirely without justification. Had he used the quantum results as a metaphor or as a means of motivating his personal belief that if he feels this way about a certain thing, he can influence that thing, it'd be fine. But he clearly uses the experiments as proof, which makes it just silly. Gregg attempts to explain that this supposed connection exists in the ancient beliefs of this or that tribe, and that science has finally caught up with the shamans.
Overall, I think that if you're into stuff like laws of attraction and don't really care about the scientific aspect of these things, you'll like the book. But if you are expecting a book which relates these things to science, you're set to be disappointed.
The Divine Matrix Permeates Everything - We are all one within it, 05 Sep 2008
The Divine Matrix is beyond, in fact light years beyond anything like `The Secret.'
The Divine Matrix is what I thought `The Secret' should have/could have been but sadly wasn't, the latter seemed to lack any real substance and just appeared to be a series of endless endorsements...
This book however, The Divine Matrix, provides the substance to really get your teeth stuck into plus the answers we are searching for, in a manner that is easily understandable by anyone, although I would suggest that you keep it to hand and reread it, as there is quite a lot to absorb, but saying that, it is extremely valuable information which is more than worth the time and effort.
Gregg Braden expertly teaches us the how's, why's and wherefores of the Universe at its most fundamental level along with the cutting edge of quantum physics embedded with spiritual knowledge that has been held concealed for 1000's of years - all adeptly wrapped up in a nice readily available package for the likes of you and I.
Read it, inwardly digest it and really change the way you look at and experience your/our world.
"Compassion is what connects all things", 17 Jun 2008
This is another of those books that needs to be read from beginning to end... diving in and looking at the "interesting bits" (using the index) will not do the book justice.
There is much in this world that we do not understand... and probably never will... but we are getting there.
Books such as "The Divine Matrix" and "Secrets of the Lost Mode of Prayer" lead us to understand that we are all connected (irrespective of religious or cultural background)... and that we have much to learn from each other.
excellent translator, 05 May 2008
Gregg Braden has the ability to translate new insights in science and quantum physics into a language which an ordianry person can understand. Not much in the book was that groundbrakeingly new to me, or represents his own research. I have come across most of it already, but he has the knack to make it readable and understandable. Reducing the language of pure science into the language of the normal man/woman.
Pure science often remains unattainable, because scientists do not know how to make their discoveries relevant to everyday life and situations, and without this connection, many of us are left behind, not even wondering what it is all about.
An absolute treasure trove of information, and inspiration to question everything, abolutely everything....
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Customer Reviews
Erm!, 16 Sep 2008
I found this too wordy and deep for a simple soul such as myself however I did as advised on the Oprah site and sat with 2 marker pens in different colours to underline that which I understood and that which I didn't. Needless to say one colour got a heck of a bashing!!
I've given it 3 stars though because I did actually get some really good bits out of it which I jotted down on the spare blank pages at the back (in my own words so I would understand later) and for that it was worth reading/buying.
What I am most chuffed about however is reading a review by Paul Chipperfield (lower down) recommending Cheri Huber's book which as he said is much kinder to us mere mortals and he is sooooo right!! Cheri Huber writes in a way I can understand and access reasonably easily - challenging still but achievably so!
Nice one mate!
A New Earth - Best Book Ever!!, 04 Sep 2008
Dear Reader, if you only read one book in your lifetime, let this be the one. It is a must read for anyone ill or in hospital too. It's happy and uplifting. It will lift the the spirits and leave even the terminally ill in blissful peace. I am speaking from experience. 'Your presence (presents) is PURE JOY. Jennifer
There are better books out there, 03 Sep 2008
Reading this pretentious, sensationalistic, overblown book makes me want to dry-heave and at times a little sick actually came out my mouth from its eye-watering, vomit-inducting passages like.....
'By the end of the century, the number of people who died a violent death at the hand of their fellow humans would rise to more than one hundred million... we only need to watch the daily news on television to realise that the madness has not abated, that it is continuing into the twenty-first century. Another aspect of the collective dysfunction of the human mind is unprecedented violence that humans are inflicting on other life-forms and the planet itself.. blah blah'
You get the message. We are doommmmeeeeddd!!! Having to wade through scaremongering sensationalistic crap like that is annoying to say the least. The style of writing is like reading sheet from The Sun.
I did give it two stars because there is something behind this book. The concepts are drawn from Hinduism and particularly about understanding the ego, self, self-realisation and self-awareness. I guess the good thing is that at least it does get the message across to the new age masses. But personally, I would go straight to the source from where the author get these ideas from... The Bhagavad Gita, The Teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi, books by Swami Vivekananda etc etc.
super book, 02 Sep 2008
Great one for the spiritual sceptics , stick with it there is something for everyone in here . Personally reccomended to a few friends something in here for everyone but if your reading it you probably dont need it , if your in doubt go check out the "is that so" chapter at the book store
A big ego writes about ego, 12 Aug 2008
I was given this by someone who saw Oprah raving about it and bought two copies in a state of excitement. I thought that the first three pages were quite good then was extremely disappointed as the rest went no further than to rehash Buddhism. My overriding concern is Tolle's continual denigration of the ego and his attempts to persuade us that if we could just annihilate any sense of being an individual or having individual thoughts or preferences we could all acheive permanent bliss. In fact, if we all followed this advice we would all coagulate in one big splurge of mush as no one would be allowed a personality at all.
This kind of spirituality feels very uncomfortable. I have always believed that the ego is a misunderstood beast and gets very bad press in New Age circles. We each represent a shard of God, here to express and experience our uniqueness and to evolve the whole while understanding we are part of the whole to which we will return following death. In addition, Tolle's regurgitated and extreme trashing of the ego is incongruent given that he benefits from the proceeds from a whole range of products, from calendars to cards, emblazoned with his name. No ego there then!
This book feels like a quick attempt to jump on the coat tails of his previous book and, for me, offers nothing new. I am sure this will do very well for the Eckhart Tolle franchise but am concerned about the cost to anybody who adopts this philosophy without understanding that 'God' the Universe or whatever you believe in gave us the ego for a reason. It enables you to find who you are and what you stand for. There is nothing inherently spiritual about voluntary self anhihilation. Even the Dala Lama left Tibet rather than adopting a stance of staying put and being 'meek' in the presence of danger. It isn't a New Earth it is a rehash and it doesn't say what it says on the tin 'awakening to your life purpose' should read 'putting your life purpose to sleep as it doesn't exist.'
How to get rich slowly, 20 Sep 2008
This is just about the best non fiction book I have ever read and most certainly the best £4 I ever spent.
There are many thousands of books out there which claim to make us millionaires over night, many of which are sold here on Amazon. But while they quite often have overall 5 star ratings, you never actually see any customer reviews informing us they did indeed become a millionaire over night. What The Richest Man In Babylon does though is instead tell us that through using common sense and a bit of self discipline, we can all become rich over time.
The synopsis is simple, through a series of very brief stories taken from recently excavated scrolls perportedly found in the ancient lost city of Babylon, you are told how to manage your money. Each little tale has one main message and pretty much all of them ring true today.
The startling thing about the success of this book for me was that there isn't actually anything new in it. The classic example of this is one of the early messages: 'Spend less than you earn and you will become rich.' Duh! Blatantly obvious really but if you think about it how many of us in this day and age actually do this? Where credit is so easy to obtain, how many of us now live beyond our means? I genuinely feel this should be given to kids and taught in schools as they are the ones who would most benefit from it.
One of the tales did stick in my throat a little bit and is slightly more difficult to apply in today's society: A chap in considerable debt who has decided to turn his life around is advised to go and see all his creditors to inform them that he is sorting it out and that they will get their money back gradually over a certain period, all the while still maintaining his 'spend less than he earns' mantra.
A good idea indeed but not very practicle in today's economy. Let's say an individual owes a large amount on their credit card and their minimum payments plus their other outgoings amount to more than they earn. (sound familiar?!) If he goes to his credit card company and says "look, sorry - I can't pay what you want each month but can give you £100 a month until it's cleared." The credit card company will probably agree to this in some form or another, after all £100 is better than nothing and this is pointed out in the book. But this kind of Individual Voluntary Arrangement today now becomes a social stigma and official black mark against our name, effectively stopping us from getting mortgages or any other type of ligitimate credit in the future.
The author of the 'scrolls' would say that this was not an issue as we should never use credit but today it is a necessary part of life and certainly about the only way most of us would be able to buy a house.
This minor quibble aside, I still wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who listens (and a few who don't, especially if they have kids too young to have made their parents' financial mistakes). Unlike one previous reviewer, I found the style very easy to read and even managed to get through entire chapters while waiting for my kettle to boil!
While there isn't really any true method to follow as such, I've applied the messages to my finances where possible for nearly 2 years now and have reduced my debt to a 10th of what it was and saved up a tidy few quid. I know it won't make me rich over night on it's own but I also know that I certainly won't be working for the rest of my life!
Get it, read it, follow what it says and you will become rich evetually.
Motivating a Wealth Mentality!, 25 Aug 2008
I read this book back in 1994. It has much timeless knowledge.
The Richest Man in Babylon is an inspirational book on helping to create an investment mentality by using parables of how the Richest Man in Babylon would have invested. It is for beginning investors who need good reasons to develop a proper mindset to start working towards becoming financially independent. It also is a good book for recharging a wealth mentality in any investor.
The concepts in the book are simple, but their effects on wealth are profound! For example, George Clason covers The Five Laws of Gold . From the version I read, they are:
I. Gold cometh gladly and in increasing quantities to any man who will put by not less than one-tenth of his earnings to create an estate for his future and that of his family.
II. Gold laboreth diligently and contentedly for the wise owner who finds for it profitable employment, multiplying even as the flocks in the field.
III. Gold clingeth to the protection of the cautious owner who invests it under the advice of men wise in its handling.
IV. Gold slippeth away from the man who invests it in businesses or purposes with which he is not familiar or which are not approved by those skilled in its keep.
V. Gold flees the man who would force it to impossible earnings or who followeth the alluring advice of tricksters and schemers or who trusts it to his own inexperience and romantic desires in investment.
Overall an excellent book for beginners though advanced investors.
The Re-Discovery of Common Sense: A Guide To: The Lost Art of Critical Thinking
Financial detox!, 19 Aug 2008
'The Richest Man in Babylon' is inspirational and has radically changed my outlook on my finances. It begins by using a parable about a poor man in Babylon who seeks the advice of a wealthy man to let him know the secrets of his seemingly never ending pot of gold. He discovers that these secrets are actually quite straightforward and easily put into practice, which he does with proven results. Pitfalls are overcome and all the while we are learning the core rules of accumulating wealth, maintaining wealth and, most importantly, multiplying wealth.
Although this book is set in Ancient Babylon the rules still apply today, although now we are talking about money in the bank as opposed to bars of gold or shekels in your purse! Overall this has given me a far more balanced view of my money and life in general. It almost feels like you are cleansing your soul as you read it - a sort of mind detox! So for anyone who dreads opening letters from the bank or buries their head in the sand, this book is for you!
Brilliant, 09 Aug 2008
This book is quite simply brilliant. I have bought copies for other people as presents and all of them really enjoyed it. Yes its message is simple, but simple ideas are nearly always the best. Do your self a favour and just buy it now.
Excellent, 25 Jul 2008
Very good book to help you examine your way of thinking to finance. Ideal for the beach when on holiday or a long plane flight as the book is difficult to put down, one of the few really good books on finance. The government should make this a part of the national curriculum in school to make future generations more responcible and sucessful with their own personal finances.
Positive and inspiring, 04 Oct 2008
This Cosmic Ordering guide by Stephen Richards is the perfect antidote to modern living. It brilliantly explains the concepts of cosmic ordering so that the reader can easily understand and absorb the importance of communicating with the cosmos to make powerful changes in their life. As well as featuring the author's tale of success against the odds, I always enjoy reading about a person from a humble background succeeding, it is an inspiring read.
Should definitely be read in partnership with Stephen Richard's Cosmic Ordering Connection: Change Your Life Within Minutes! Together they are a powerful union for developing change. Lovely.
It worked, 28 Aug 2008
I was seriously sceptical but open minded before I read this book. I have to say I found it worked!! Up to now, everything I have asked for has materialised but it does not happen by magic. It takes time, perseverence and dedication to the cause.
It is an easy and interesting read, not at all difficult to follow.
Whether you call it cosmic ordering, wishful thinking, praying - it has certainly worked for me.
Oooops..., 08 Aug 2008
I guess you have to be a 'believer' in these kind of things first. What a load of nonsensical fragmented ideas about how to lead your life. Maybe there's an order in the cosmos, it sure isn't to be found in this book.
Cosmic timing, 24 Jul 2008
A great contribution to the debate from Stephen Richards. Most of us CO devotees have to put up with the odd jibe from friends about being nuts in planning our futures by the stars. But with this type of guide from Stephen Richards, and the intervention of a media giant like Noel Edmonds, it doesn't seem that funny any more.
A step-by-step plan for creating affluence and fulfilment in all areas of life, 02 Jul 2008
Over the past 40 years I've read an extensive range of books on spirituality, self-help and self-fulfilment. This is one highly respected book, and has made a unique contribution to Mind, Body and Spirit readers like me. There is something deep inside this book that seeks to propel us through life to become all we can be.
This book enables you to experience the power of your spirit and what it can achieve for you. A carefully crafted book, it is filled with ancient wisdom and modern insights...a practical guide for those on a spiritual journey as well as those on a journey of hope. Forget wasting all that money on `I Can Make Your Rich' and `Change Your Life in Seven Days' books. This is a book of awakening the secret to creating affluence in your life. The entire physical universe with all its abundance is there to be taken, this presents a step-by-step plan for creating affluence and fulfilment in all areas of life.
I believe this is a book borne out of a deep personal need by the author. Stephen Richards found himself searching for a way to reconcile his spiritual and creative longings. Fulfilment for him came along in the guise of cosmic ordering. As well as guiding the reader to making contact with the universe, we also get snippets of the author's own spiritual journey.
Embrace the gentle lessons and you will emerge from the wilderness of life into a light of abundance and peace. Most certainly, after 40 years of searching for what was right for me, I have found a spiritual transformation that now illuminates my life.
good book, easy to read and understand, 20 Jul 2008
I personally found this book very helpful and enjoyed reading it. It is nice to be able to see things from a positive perspective and this book helps you to do that. Although it is probably worth mentioning that none of the wonderful ideas in this book will work without alott of effort and self discipline. It covers attitude and philosophy and does not include any real techniques or methods, but there are other books that do, and i find this book to compliment them well.
If you have a problem with the idea of trying to be a better person and the effort that it involves, then you may not find this book useful.
This book is mostly just words.(no pun intended)
Although if you consider the harm that cruel words can do, then surely kind words can help to ease the pain of others? As long as the words are sincere, then actions will, by definition, follow. I think sometimes it helps just to know that someone cares.
I am happier as a result of reading the ideas in this book!, 14 Apr 2008
This is an excellent book. Easy to read, uplifting, clear and full of strong and deep ideas.
If you are in any way hesitating about buying this book, don't! You will be very glad you did.....and happier.....
Drivel, 26 Mar 2008
If pretty words, wishful thinking and prayer (all the same thing, actually) changed the world, we'd all be already living in a better world. But they don't - you have to grow up and stop living the dream, yours, or even worse, somebody else's. And stop hankering after 'lost wisdom' from the 'mystic east' and other such childishness.
The style of this book lets it down, 21 Feb 2008
I first came to this book after one of my counselling clients mentioned that he had been reading it, and that he thought it had helped him to further understand how he needed to change. Intrigued, I decided to get my hands on the book to see if I could discover why he found it so useful.
As you could expect from a book that has the involvement of the Dalai Lama, what I found was a very spiritual, compassionate discourse on life. However, like a previous reviewer, I also found that the voice of Howard Cutler lets this book down. Although I can understand why they have decided to tackle this subject in the way they have - the book is set out as an interview between the two men, interspersed with anecdotes from Cutler's own experience - I feel that it takes focus away from the Dalai Lama's voice. I would prefer this book if it was just a commentary by the Dalai Lama.
That gripe aside, I think THE ART OF HAPPINESS is a delightful way to bring Western thinkers around to another way of seeing life and themselves. As a way of introducing Tibetan Buddhism, this book is a triumph - it is engaging, enjoyable, thought-provoking and an easy way of beginning an interest in this philosophy.
If you read this and enjoy it, I would also recommned that you then go and read some work by Thich Nhat Hanh, a Buddhist monk who writes beautiful books on Buddhism.
I loved this book.., 10 Feb 2008
Common sense and easy.. Smile when you are happy, smile when you are sad..
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happier living :o)
The All-too-human Muddle, 28 Sep 2008
I read this to find out what the latest thinking might be concerning the supposed relationship between quantum physics and 'spirituality'.
Unfortunately I'm none the wiser due to Mr Braden's error-filled and woolly thinking.
He makes too much of his own experience in a tech industry, as if to give himself some authority. He cherry-picks the science in support of his own desired outcomes, he extrapolates hugely and unashamedly from the subatomic scale to human emotions and beyond, and makes unjustified jumps and associations of ideas to come up with unprovable conslusions.
It's not about quantum physics in any that might help us understand our palce in the world. It's not a spiritual path or practise that might help us transform ourselves. So I guess it must be a good business model.
Interesting, but only if you like to take stuff at face value, 22 Sep 2008
Gregg Braden's book is an interesting read, but although the author clearly states that his aim is not to produce a scientific piece of work (which is fair considering he's not a scientist), I feel like he has overstretched himself.
The general idea that Gregg tries to explain in the book is the existence of something like a field which permeates the entire universe, akin to the so-called ether. He believes that this field or matrix connects everything and everyone and makes it possible for us to influence objects or people without boundaries of time and space.
One of the shortcomings of the book, in my humble opinion, is that Gregg start by saying that the book is not meant to be scientific, but then goes on to describe a series of scientific experiments, mainly related to quantum physics, the results of which he extrapolates to our everyday lives. There is no way to make that connection without some sort of evidence. He uses and abuses of the term "quantum", and believes that the secret to tapping the power of this matrix is our emotions. He goes on to create a list of 20 'keys' to achieve this, which turns the book into a real new-age, will-change-your-life-forever-if-you-follow-the-keys kind of deal. Not that I think that there's anything wrong with that, but it's just not my cup of tea.
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