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Content by Barbara Rose
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Reviews Written by Barbara Rose (BornToInspire.com)
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Intimacy From the Inside Out, April 21 2004
Osho writes with such brilliance, and brings fantastic analogies and examples of people who long for intimacy, and simultaneously destroy it. People that are searching, be it for spiritual growth, career growth, or material success, they are searching everywhere but within. Through this fantastic book, you will learn how to trust yourself to be vulnerable with yourself first so then you can share genuinely with another. You will learn how to define what you love, and how to embrace this moment, create the relationship you have with yourself, so you can then RELATE to another. There need not be a ball and chain around your neck, and this book will help you to see that if anyone has been preventing genuine and authentic intimacy in your life, it is you, and your fears. Through this book you will learn how to uncover them, and get to know and truly love the REAL you, so you can then love another and feel safe, comfortable, and free at the same time. Osho's writing style is tremendously enjoyable to read. His wisdom is profoundly enlightened, and this book will truly help you uncover much about yourself in the relationship department. Highly Recommended!
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The Way of Being. Outstanding Book, April 21 2004
Ursula K. Le Guin did a remarkable job in bringing us her translation of this magnificent book that will lift your heart, bring more understanding to your mind, free your ego from its grip on your life, and bring your soul peace from the ancient and extraordinary verses in this book. This is one book that would bring harmony to anyone, when taken into the depths of consciousness. It will show you the way of being. It will help you live with what IS, and that alone will help free you from pain. Highly recommended for its profound truth, and the extraordinary difference this truth can make in your life. Deserves 10 Stars.
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3 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Timeless Wisdom For Eternal Application. 10 Stars!, April 21 2004
Written centuries ago, the Tao Te Ching, written by Lao Tsu, brings humanity profoundly enlightened wisdom that when applied, will lift you into BEING, and free you from the pain of seeking. This 25th anniversary edition is beautiful, with illustrations, calligraphy, and breathtaking quotes that you can share with others to uplift their lives. A GREAT book to bring with you and look through whether you are waiting in an office for an appointment, in stand-still traffic, or especially if you are out in nature, and want to inhale the wisdom that best accompanies a natural environment. The words are timeless and priceless because of the profound truth they bring. You will learn much, and gain a great deal from the wisdom in this book. Gia-Fu Feng and Jane English did an outstanding job in translation. Highly Recommended!
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Breathtaking Pictures That Soothe The Soul, April 21 2004
This is truly a breathtaking calendar that will bring you peace just by looking at the soothing pictures alone. Great for anyone who wants to come back to center, with calm, soothing images. As a suggestion, you can even frame some of the images for your home or office when the year is over. They are truly beautiful.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A Beautiful Inspirational Calendar, April 21 2004
The inspiration in this calendar is wonderful and brings refreshing ideas for women who are juggling life thoughts about how to take a break and actually enjoy life. Highly recommended if you are looking for a calendar with inspiration.
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A MUST Read if You Are Raising a Daughter, April 21 2004
Rosalind Wiseman did one fantastic job to help parents understand, relate, speak to and deal with the difficulties that arise with daughters, particularly during the teen and young adult years. This book brings you fantastic suggestions on healthy communication, breaking down barriers, how to relate to your daughter, how to discuss sexual preferences, as well as pivotal information for parents to remember what their lives were like at the age their daughter is now, and how to "check your own baggage" so you can grow beyond judgment and criticism, and move into a healthy, loving, compassionate relationship with your daughter. No matter what your daughter is going through, there is phenomenal insight in this book that will only help to enhance your relationship with her, and help her to gain the highest self-esteem, so she can be who she authentically is, rather than seek to "follow" the crowd. You will be far better equipped to help your daughter navigate through the challenges she faces, and her perceptions, doubts, and uncertainties during this period of her life by reading this book. Also provides are wonderful suggested movies, great websites and organizations, suggested reading, and valuable resources. A Fantastic Read that Deserves 10 Stars!
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Awareness To Transcend A Mundane Life, April 21 2004
Osho writes with astounding accuracy and illumination where you will be brought awareness to wake up from a life filled with mundane existence, and move into the present moment in order to re-create the life you deserve. He uses many wonderful examples from Buddhist teachings, and puts them all into plain English, in modern 20th century language. He quotes psychologists, and Enlightened Masters alike. This book is more for a person who is trying to figure out what their life is all about, and who feels trapped in a life that feels almost empty or meaningless. Osho's writings about people in America, being "asleep" and un-awakened may offend some readers in the USA. My suggestion is to take the great wisdom Osho brings in this book that applies to you in your life so that you can move forward in a positive way, and to simply let the more opinionated views of people in the West roll off your back. This book does have some great wisdom that many could use, and at the same time, some people may feel slighted from his judgmental tone. His book is worth reading; just don't let your ego get in the way so you can take in the worthwhile wisdom he genuinely gives.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Osho. Rare Unique Extraordinary, April 20 2004
If you love challenging yourself to discover more, be more, understand more, and live more of life, then 'Your Questions Answered' will not let you down. Osho has an undeniable gift that we are fortunate enough to receive, even after he departed physical life. This book is entirely unique, with an edge that will open your eyes, heart and mind to all aspects of life, and how you fit into the big picture, including how you view yourself. Do you believe you are magnificent and irreplaceable? If not, it's time to read this book. Perhaps one of the greatest philosophers of our time, Osho continues to challenge us to challenge ourselves, and the possibilities of all that surround us. This book is a joy to read. Truly mind opening and highly recommended!
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The Perfect Book to Read to a Child, April 20 2004
I bought this book 10 years ago when my children were small, and read it aloud to them many times so that they could learn about honoring and trusting their feelings, their environment and to help them understand other people. This book is a gem to work and share with young children. It has sweet and simple illustrations on each page, as well as a few pages for children to write good qualities about themselves. The best part of this book is how it teaches children to trust their instincts and feelings, because "children know" and it teaches them to "practice trusting that little voice." Highly recommended for anyone who cares about a child.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding Wisdom for Enlightened Relationships, April 20 2004
There is so much breathtaking wisdom in this book. I wanted to give you a sample of Eckhart Tolle's profound guidance concerning relationships, as this area continues to plague men and women. " Never before have relationships been as problematic and conflict ridden as they are now. As you may have noticed, they are not here to make you happy or fulfilled. If you continue to pursue the goal of salvation through a relationship, you will be disillusioned again and again. But if you accept that the relationship is here to make you conscious instead of happy, then the relationship will offer you salvation, and you will be aligning yourself with the higher consciousness that wants to be born into this world." "Do not accuse each other of being unconscious. The moment you start to argue, you have identified with a mental position & are now defending not only that position but also your sense of self. The ego is in charge. You have become unconscious. At times, it may be appropriate to point out certain aspects of your partner's behavior. If you are very alert, very present, you can do so without ego involvement - without blaming, accusing, or making the other wrong." "LEARN TO GIVE EXPRESSION to what you feel without blaming. Learn to listen to your partner in an open, nondefensive way. Give your partner space for expressing himself or herself. Be present. Accusing, defending, attacking - all those patterns that are designed to strengthen or protect the ego or to get its needs met will then become redundant. Giving space to others - and to yourself - is vital. Love cannot flourish without it." This book brings you profound wisdom to free you from pain in all areas of your life, and bring you fully into the present to illuminate your true self. It is one to re-read many times, as well as to share with others. Highly Recommended! Barbara Rose, author of 'If God Was Like Man'
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