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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #13265 in Books
• Published on: 2002-09-19
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 192 pages

Amazon.com Review
When it comes to creating the life you want, Shakti Gawain literally wrote the book. Now considered a classic, Creative Visualization teaches readers how to use their imaginations to manifest their deepest desires. In a straight-talking narrative, Gawain uses the first part to cover the basics, with chapters such as "How to Visualize," "Affirmations," and "Creative Visualization Only Works for the Good." Once she shows readers how visualization actually works, Gawain moves on to loftier discussions, such as "Contacting Your Higher Self," "Meeting Your Guide," "Setting Goals," and "Treasure Maps."

Fear not; this isn't a spiritual-lightweight book for people with a severe case of the "gimmes." Gawain has her priorities in the right place, and she cautions readers that creative visualization will not serve greed or shallow-minded thinking. For example, she discourages the cycle of trying to have more money, so you can do what you want in life, so you will be happier. "The way it actually works is the reverse," she explains. "You must first be who you really are, then do what you need to do, in order to have what you want." Yet she also writes an excellent chapter on letting go of the misguided guilt that inhibits readers from becoming truly prosperous. --Gail Hudson

From Library Journal
Gawain's self-help title has sold more than three million copies in English and another three million in the more than 30 languages into which it has been translated. According to the publisher, this revised anniversary edition contains additional "meditations, exercises, and techniques that can become part of your everyday routine." The author asserts that people can achieve an ideal existence simply through mental visualization.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From AudioFile
The mind can be extremely powerful at turning ideas into realities in the physical world. In a deep mental state, you don't need to manipulate the world or yourself, and you don't have to wait for instructions from others about what to do. Just listen to yourself and create a sensual picture of where you want your life to go. Though the program has some radical ideas, most people will connect with them right away because the author uses practical language and sounds like an ordinary person. This and plenty of helpful exercises make the program a great resource for anyone tired of struggling with life or with themselves. T.W. © AudioFile 2001, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Customer Reviews

My first book
This was the very first book I ever read in the New age/Self help genre when I was just old enough to read more complex books. My mother had a copy of the first edition which I believe was published 25+ years ago. At the time I tried to assimilate the work, but was too young. But I found myself drawn to it and have since read it at least 20 times over my life. It's a timeless classic and its information is still very timely and almost all the major new age writers have been influenced by Shakti's work. I love the book and even just seeing it on my shelf reminds me to cultivate a positive state of mind and keep the faith. Looking it at it now it serves as a time portal for me, I recall the day I saw the book for the first time. (Sigh)

Doron Alon
Author of "The Bible and the Law of Attraction"
ISBN-10: 1435723368
ISBN-13: 978-1435723368

A book that can transform your life!
This is a book for anybody who wants to have their dreams come true! I've read many books on the subject of visualization, imagery, and law of attraction, but no book is a good as this. The author presents and explains everything in a simple yet effective way, so that people like me can get it and start practicing to acheive amazing results. I recommend that the reader read this book at least twice or maybe more, in order for all the information to sink in. Once it does, results will start coming quickly. Milla

Excellent
This is one of the greatest books ever written in English. I have reread it many times and have given countless copies away. It ia priceless! It works!

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