5 comments about What Are You Hungry For?: Women, Food, and Spirituality.

1. I am thrilled to finally have read a book that examines the root causes of women's food and body issues in terms that I recognize. Finally I feel that I've read a book about what's REALLY happening in my mind as I struggle with dieting and self-image. What Are You Hungry For? closely examines the thoughts and beliefs that shroud women's perceptions of themselves. But the best part is that the book also provides easy, sound, step-by-step exercises with which to alter those perceptions and actually change your behavior, and ultimately your life!



2. ...to get you thinking. The authors briefly share each of their previous eating issues and their recovery. They then carry you through the expirince of getting in touch with your deepest needs and desires, which begins with you identifying your "life purpose". You will then incorporate this purpose into the remanider of the exersizes in the book.

   From a person who has battled body and food issues for some time, the authors present a new way of viewing my feelings and struggles. Take note that there are many exersizes (which they refer to as "practices") that are time consuming. In addition, to get the most out of this book, you have to be at a place where you are really ready to look at your food/body issues. It is not a diet book, it does not advocate weight loss. The goal, as I see it, is peace.

   I personally have yet to follow all the exersizes but believe that when I am ready to truely confront my food/body deamons and take the time for the practices, this will be just what I need. (had i already done more of the exersizes I may have given the book 5 stars).




3. What Are You Hungry for? is a must on every womans bookshelf! Like every woman I know, I have experienced food /body issues. By opening the door to a spiritual healing ,Taylor and Ginsburg give me hope for a healthier future for myself and others. In following the body/mind exercises ,I am able to begin understanding my habitual patterns.As a result,I am changing a life time of unhealthy food /body patterns. As a mother of two; one being a daughter, I find What Are You Hungry For? ,invaluable for the future generation of women in America.Bravo!!



4. "What Are You Hungry For: Women, Food, and Spirituality" is a true milestone. In a culture that seems to struggle daily with unhealthy, mixed messages, that cloud the perception of women and keep us from being all that we can be, this book cuts through the mire and offers us solutions to our own mental traps. Lynn Ginsburg and Mary Taylor don't merely stay in the "talking at you" mode either. they offer things that you can actually do - practical solutions if you will - that will gradually help undo unhealthy body image problems that many of us struggle with. It is worth noting too, that while the authors are quite serious about their subject, with good reason, they do not get bogged down by taking themselves too seriously. they are wry, witty, and in the process, quite wise. I highly recommend this book. It is certainly refreshing and altogether different than anything else that has been written on the subject of women and body image. It's a must have for women of all ages.



5. 'Accompanying this underlying sense of suffering is a feeling of emptiness. We feel something missing. Inside if us is a void, a longing deep within for some elusive satisfaction. This empty feeling is often experienced physically as gnawing hunger, as if we have a bottomless hole inside. If we fill this void, we must start by asking: what is the source of this feeling of emptiness? For so many women its a longing for spiritual fulfillment that leaves us always hungry and dissatisfied--- We define spirituality as a belief in that which goes beyond our material, corporeal existence, giving us faith that there's more to life than everyday experience. Spirituality is a faith in God, Nature, a higher consciousness, or any other power greater than our singular mortal existence --- When we've lost a spiritual connection in our lives, we may eat and eat in an attempt to fill our inner world. But satisfaction comes only when we're able to rediscover our connection to whatever holds deepest meaning for us'.

   This part on page 5 is what grabbed my attention and was a light bulb moment. The only clarification I would make is where she writes 'Spirituality is a faith in God, Nature, a higher consciousness, or any other power greater than our singular mortal existence'. I would have noted any positive God, higher consciousness or power per se, since I think like has yin yang, sun moon, good bad equals or opposites.

   I like how the author seeks to educate western women or American women on how and why women in other areas of the world do not have the obesity or eating disorder issues American women have. Like on page 7 'Traditional Western diets fail to resolve the food body conflict because they don't deal with the root cause'.

   Page 13 'Growing up in Western society, we're programmed to believe that every problem has a quick and easy solution. Have a headache? Take an aspirin. Coughing? Take a cough suppressant. Feel over weight? Go on a diet. Problem solved.' Of course Americans want it 'now' They want throw away diapers, fast food, and a remote control that changes the channel before you even know what is on.

   Beginning on page 101 she shares some easy to do yoga exercises that I have found really do help energize me as well as relax me. More relaxed and energized I am the less interested in between meal eating. I also like her section on page 154 on the importance on becoming still and thankful BEFORE one eats. Some call it saying grace, I call it simply giving thanks and reflecting on the hands that created and brought the food to my plate. I also like how the author reminds the reader that one eating schedule doesn't fit all. I have learned that five small meals per day are best for me, whereas a friend of mine finds two larger healthy meals with two snacks mid morning and mid afternoon work best. And as the author notes on page 158 'a balanced meal is one that fosters good health'.

   And finally a reminder in Chapter Ten that 'You are a work in progress' so don't beat yourself up but when you fall, get back up, and keep going.

5 comments about What Matters Most : The Power of Living Your Values.

1. If you are searching for a set of rules to get your life on track this is a highly advisable read. He talks about the affects of roles, missions, and values on how we make decisions about who we are and identifying who we want to become. It is a very COMMEN sense book which does have a lot of what's already been said alot of other times, but is still well worth reading.



2. the author's first book "The 10 natural laws of time and life management" which got a better balance of strategies and tactics.
   
   According to page 66, the primary objective of the book is to help readers close the gap between what they really value and what they are doing, which the author describe as the most excruciating kind of pain. Along such, the author "prescribed" : "Burn it into memory. Wake up each morning and ask yourself, "What am I going to do today to close the gap between what I am doing and what really matters most to me?"" In my opinion, the author had been very successful in achieving his goal. This is a very enjoyable book under the author's very good writing skill. I might have rated it a five star if I had not read "The 10 natural laws" before this.
   
   Below please find some passages I love for your reference. Hope you can have a better grasp of the strengths of this book.
   
   Page 64: Why New Year Resolutions don't work? Part of the problem is that we have the cart before the horse. We think that by simply setting out a few vague goals, behavior changes will miraculously happen. Setting goals is important and necessary, but it's not the place to begin. My suggestion is that you delay writing resolutions until you have identified your governing values, those things in life that matter most to you, those things without which you would find life meaningless or unfulfilling, those things that lie at heart of who you are and who you hope to become.
   
   Pg 150: The most effective tool I have discovered in whipping the demons is to have regular victories in my life every single day. When you do something right, take a moment and savor the feeling. Even a little victory does wonders for your confidence and motivation. Make a conscious effort to successfully complete some task each day related to something that really matters to you. That'll help keep the demons at bay.
   
   Pg 151: There are many types of diseases that afflict the human body, and we spend millions and perhaps billions of dollars trying to find cures. But there is one disease of epidemic proportions in our society on which we spend little or no money or effort - the crippling disease called fear of failure.
   
   Pg 153: There is a wonderful story about a very successful entrepreneur who was asked why he was so successful. His response was "Good decisions." The second question was "Well, how do you make good decisions?" The response,: "Experience." And then the final question: "How do you get experience?" And the response:"Bad decisions."



3. This is one of the most powerful and useful books on identifying my core values. The stories relayed and examples given are on point and very applicable to me and my life. I found myself tabbing several pages with quotes or historical references that provided insight into my values and how I want to live my life.



4. Really enjoyed this, it is a lovely easy read dealing with a very important topic - what matters most in life ! Smith is a fan of Covey so you might find the references to Covey a bit grating at times, but stick with him. Worth buying for sure !



5. If you are already familiar with the other books written by Hyrum W. Smith, you will know that his words inspire confidence and encourage people to find greater meaning in life. This book is similar and will help readers discover their values as well as their goals. The two are inseparable and the author shows how and why. Establishing a mission statement is recommended to encapsulate aims and aspirations. There are wonderful exercises that develop self-understanding and to assess what the author calls "governing values".
   
   Smith is a clever writer, creating short and catchy phrases to get his meaning across and to make it memorable. "Be yourself, but be that perfectly" is the theme of this book and that phrase itself could be meditated upon for a while. There are many of these short and snappy expressions in the book, which highlights the author's ability to take an issue and whittle it down to bite-sized pieces. That's so important in a book like this. After all, the reader will want to take something significant from these pages, and Smith recognizes that and even helps to make by making these principles clear and concise.
   
   There is a genuine emotional appeal here, as he discusses the real fears of failure and change. He has many anecdotes that make his ideas come alive. It's obvious that he understands the path to success and is really reaching out his hand for the reader to come along. At times though, he attitude seems a bit condescending and even smug, but that may be because it's the printed word. He is a sought-after motivational speaker and these same ideas are presented to audiences with outstanding results.
   
   He expounds on the idea of acting perfectly and describes it as the feeling we have when we act within our moral values. This is an exciting concept and most readers will nod their heads in agreement. Basically, the book rests on exploring ways to verbalize and recognize these values, and then incorporating them into every aspect of our lifestyles. When a person's values are allowed to set their course, they will understand their life's work and actually enjoy it.
   
   Smith knows how to connect with people and his discussion of hero qualities is excellent. He demonstrates how each person is unique, filled with certain traits and qualities that give them their own brand of personal magnetism. This is like a breath of fresh air. Every reader will go away from this book knowing they are special and are made for something important.
   
   The author is also to be applauded for recognizing the agony of deferred dreams. Instead of just glossing over this lament, he urges everyone to start right now--today. We can stop the loss of time by grabbing hold of these principles and putting them into effect now. There is hope on every page and the emphasis is on renewing character and developing integrity. Change comes from within, but first the author shows how to start it happening.
   
   Readers who want a new beginning in their lives will love this book. Smith tells us how to take control of our lives by first finding out its true meaning. Once we are set on a course that is steered by our values, the only way to go is up!
   
   Raymond Le Blanc: psychologist & economist
   Author: Achieving Objectives Made Easy! Practical goal setting tools & proven time management techniques

1 comments about More Than Makeup.

1. I am so proud Pat decided to share her thoughts, experience and knowledge with everyone. She is a treasure trove of motivation and information. This is a wonderful book.

3 comments about It's How You Play the Game: The Powerful Sports Moments That Taught Lasting Values to America's Finest.

1. I was a little worried when I first saw this book displayed on a TV show, and that is was supposedly written by the dark-haired guy who is not Steve Doocy, but it turned out to be a pleasurable read!
   
   The book itself is quite long for a sports book, which is helped by the fact that it is broken up into easily manageable stories. Another nice thing about it is that it is from a wide variety of individuals that the dark-haired guy who is not Steve Doocy interviewed. I had really expected it to be nothing but sports heroes spouting "You have to give it 110%" or "My sport good!". Fortunately, the dark-haired guy who is not Steve Doocy did an excellent job of compiling interesting lessons, with just a general theme of sports, and how they shape you as you mature.
   
   My complements to the dark-haired guy who is not Steve Doocy for writing an easy to read, morally relevant, enjoyable book!



2. I bought this as a gift, but I read it before I wrapped it. I enjoyed the book. Nice "light" reading



3. I ordered the book ("It's How You Play the Game") for my 12 yr. old son. He is a sports junkie and enjoys reading about sports icons. This book tells of many of his sports heroes and tells of their fight to become successful. It encourages the reader that no matter your background, what you get out of life is what you put into it. This is a great message, especially for the younger generation. The work ethic is something to be desired in this "welfare" society we live in today.

5 comments about Making Peace with Your Past: The Six Essential Steps to Enjoying a Great Future.

1. MAKING PEACE WITH YOUR PAST is the best book I've yet read of the "self-help" variety. Reading the book has helped me move into a calmer, more open and happy place in my life, and I continue to reread it whenever ancient, and not-so ancient history, in the form of regret, grief or hurt, visits me. The exercises in the book make sense and WORK. The writing style is welcoming, nonjudgemental, and understanding. Whatever negative experiences you've gone through in your life, from childhood through the recent past or present, there is help for you here. Bloomfield and co-author Philip Goldberg have given a great gift to anyone seeking the calm and happiness which may have been, until now, elusive. I never write reviews on Amazon, but I am too impressed by the results of this book to keep quiet. Simply put: the book works.



2. What an awesome book! I have read all of Dr. Bloomfield's books, however, I felt change taking place deep within 'as I read' this one. The third chapter on 'Breaking the Shackles of Shame' is worth buying and reading the whole book. It gave me a direct plan to dealing with the deep seated issues of shame in my psyche. It also uncovered things in me that I have repressed for many years. It taught me the language of knowing what was really going on inside of me. Helped me to specifically identify hurts and obstacles that were holding me back from living the quintessential life. Read this book if you want to experience healing for your past. Dr. Bloomfield not only identifies your past issues, he gives you remedies for dealing with them successfully.
   
   Michael Murphy
   
   Powerful Attitudes



3. www.signonsandiego.com
   Psychiatrist pleads guilty, may avoid jail
   By Onell R. Soto
   UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER
   January 24, 2002
   VISTA - A Del Mar psychiatrist and best-selling author admitted yesterday he illegally drugged women in his home and office, but he probably will not be sent to jail as punishment, lawyers said.

   Harold Bloomfield, 57, pleaded guilty to two felony counts of illegally furnishing drugs yesterday, defense attorney Bob Grimes said.

   "This is the first time he's been to court since his release on bail," Grimes said in an interview. "He wanted to admit what he did and help with the healing process with the victims. He didn't want the victims to go to court and be cross-examined."

   Prosecutor Richard Madruga said the two women whose drinks Bloomfield admitted drugging said they don't oppose a sentence without jail time.

   "They want to see that the community is protected, that he not practice medicine, that he not be able to prescribe medications and that he get help for drug dependency, and counseling," Madruga said.

   Such conditions are likely when Superior Court Judge Frederick Maguire sentences Bloomfield at a hearing scheduled for March 22, Madruga said.

   As part of a plea agreement, prosecutors dropped three drug-related felony charges and a misdemeanor charge of sexual battery.

   In court papers, detectives said a glass of lemonade Bloomfield gave a woman in July contained Ecstasy and methamphetamine.

   The woman said Bloomfield met her in his Del Mar home for a therapy session wearing only a pair of blue boxer shorts printed with martini glasses, according to court records.

   She felt strange after drinking the lemonade, and Bloomfield offered to examine her breasts after she complained of pain from recent surgery, according to the documents.

   When asked about that, Bloomfield blamed his daughter for the drugs in the drink, detectives said. The daughter denied any involvement.

   Then, in December, a woman who visited Bloomfield's home said he undressed her and fondled her after giving her a funny-tasting green smoothie.

   At the time of Bloomfield's arrest Dec. 19, prosecutors said they were investigating reports from other women who said he drugged and then sexually assaulted them.

   Madruga said yesterday that additional charges are not supported by evidence in the case.

   Bloomfield was released the week following his arrest after posting $500,000 bail.

   He and his wife, with whom he wrote several books, are divorcing.

   He was once a frequent guest on television talk shows, including "The Oprah Winfrey Show," on which he last appeared in 1993.

   Defense attorney Grimes said Bloomfield descended into drug use during a bout of depression about four years ago. It worsened after he emerged from plastic surgery with chronic pain, for which he took larger and larger quantities of painkillers.

   "Ultimately he started on his own, medicating himself by smoking marijuana and ultimately using Ecstasy," Grimes said.

   As a condition of his release from jail, Bloomfield agreed not to practice medicine.




4. I just completed the audio version of this book. It was hard to restrain myself from posting a review because there there is great good and even greater danger in this book! Red flags are waving! You may be drinking poison when you're looking for nutrition!

   First the danger, then the good...

   DANGER:
   The author and his wife are unapologetic new age pantheists. Throughout the book the "virtues" of Transcendental Meditation (TM) and buying herbal remedies from a Hindu based organization are touted. Sadly, the "science" behind these practices and their application to "Making Peace With Your Past" are glossed over. Is there a connection? A clear explicit correlation is never REALLY made (it's implied) AND, frankly, I felt that this was one of the major flaws with this work.

   Next danger, the author encourages you to "question" any resistance that you may have to the suggested therapies in this book. While is true that resistance to change can be an obstacle in therapy does this mean that discernment and moral judgment should be jettisoned as well? Apparently the author's answer is, "Yes". The author and his co-author wife trapple all over time honored and proven Western European values and sensibilities. Visualization - a controversial practice in some religious, medical, and cultural contexts is used and discussed as if there is no controversy at all and there is universal consensus on it's effectiveness and use.

   Frankly, I DID feel uncomfortable at many points during this book. However, I can assure the reader that it had NOTHING to do with resistance to change and EVERYTHING to do with the fact that my value system and moral code was being directly challenged by the pan theistic (or more accurately "pan-everythingistic") approach of these authors.

   Because I knew that this "if you feel uncomfortable..." tactic is used by cult leaders and unethical therapists to cause their followers to "snap" and allow an unreasonable level of control over their followers, I kept my value/moral boundaries in place while I waded through the author's thin veiled belief systems (Hinduism and New Age practices) and world view (Existential, Post Modern Relativism).

   I feel that authors would be advised in future works to state up front: "We are practicing Hindus, New Agers, and moral relativists" THAT would at least be honest!

   If you are a practicing Christian, Moslem, or conservative Jew, you will find MUCH to hate in this book!

   THE GOOD:
   Despite this work's obvious flaws there is *some* value here. Ironically, the author is at his best when he sticks to go old Western European style psycho-therapy. He is obviously well educated, experienced, and very intelligent. His explanations of the inner mechanics of unforgiveness, resentment, bitterness, painful memories are excellant and liberating.

   Even the visualizations would have great value IF a greater emphasis on keep the patient in their cognitize mind via maintaining a very LIGHT, constant Alpha state rather than the deep Alpha state that the co-author employs. However since the authors are TM practitioners it should surprise no one that they advocate a very deep alpha state mode that makes the patient vulnerable to unwanted suggestion. Again, keep that "moral judgment" and "value system" switch set to "off"!

   However, her word pictures are indeed very powerful and I have used them - while maintaining a cognitive mode alpha state - since finishing the book.

   In the end, I can not recommend this book. The underlying world view and dishonesty of the authors is just too pronounced! I would encourage to explore the OTHER authors on this web-site. Personally, I don't think that you can go too wrong with the work of either Norm Wright or John Bradshaw (although Bradshaw's moral relativism does tend to "leak" at times). I especially Bradshaw's "Healing the Shame that Binds You" and his books on family.

   Finally, I would add that the clipping from the San Diego Union regarding this author is not surprising to me having read his book. The TM/Hindu guru that he mentions in the book as his spiritual leader and guide has accused (and I believe indicted) of similar moral lapses. In the words of Adam Smith...

   Emptor Caveat!

   Or, in the words of Jesus Christ concerning false prophets: "By their fruit you will know them".




5. (I wasn't aware of the charges against the author until preparing my review. How disappointing.)
   
   I found this book useful in that it offered suggestions on how to heal the past when you are aware that you need to "get over it." Whether you decide to actually "go deep" and follow his six steps is a matter of choice. The book was helpful to me in that it simply named the problems (shame, guilt, remorse, etc.) and more or less pointed out how "normal" (or, "common") these problems are for many people.
   
   As for the TM/Hindu connection- I didn't find it to be too much of a bother, as I skipped over parts of the book I wasn't interested in. I think the $2,500.00 fee to learn TM with a qualified instructor in my area is a bit much for me, so I more or less dismissed the TM completely, but any form of meditation can be very useful in dispelling anxiety and stress. Bloomfield's Six Essential Steps are only ONE man's program- this and similar books are nowhere near the only or final word on self-help.
   
   If you're looking for information, or maybe a way to start addressing your feelings, most of what's in this book is good to know. Putting it to use is up to you.

No comments about The 7 Habits Journal for Teens.

5 comments about Today Matters: 12 Daily Practices to Guarantee Tomorrow's Success.

1. The key concepts in this book for me were the following:
   Settle critical issues once and for all - Then you will not have to revisit them daily. John Maxwell talks about how the earlier you settle the critical issues in your life the greater the potential for your success. Thus by avoiding procrastination on these key choices, you will no longer feel the guilty feelings associated with them.
   
   The concept that the "pain" of discipline is
   "momentary" but the benefit of it is long lasting (lasting the ENTIRE day - 16 hours of the day)was a revelation for me.
   
   The funniest part was the morning prayer he included:
   "Dear Lord - So far today I am doing alright,
   I have not gossiped, lost my temper, been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish or self indulgent.
   I have not whined, cursed or eaten any chocolate - however,
   I am going to get out of bed in a few minutes and I will need a lot more help after that."
   
   I highly recommend this CD. I find myself listening to it again and again, stopping it and jotting notes down.
   
   Finally, I really found the values section in the 12th daily dozen to be unique and original. I haven't found anything like it in ANY other book of it's kind
   This CD is a BUY



2. Wonderful book that really helps you focus on what is important. A must read for everyone.



3. This audio book is really great! Every one needs to read books of this kind time to time but this one is realistic and very empowering.



4. While the content is excellent, the audio CD's are identical to the "Make Today Count" audio book by the same author. It is, in my opinion, deceptive to market the same product with two different titles.



5. Wow with the busieness of life and all we tend to do this really makes you REALLY put your prioities in order and start working on JUST today and what really matters. I have recommended this to a few of my friends.... Loved it

5 comments about A 5th Portion of Chicken Soup for the Soul : 101 Stories to Open the Heart and Rekindle the Spirit.

1. Although I _LOVED_ the stories in the other books of this series (and highly recommend the other books), I was very disappointed with this one. Perilously few "reached" or "touched" me as they had in the earlier books.



2. I think that this book was terrific, even though there were other Chicken Soup books that I thought were better. Almost all of the stories had a moral in them and the ones in the end especially made me cry. I think that the Chicken Soup books will be great just like they are now in the years to come.



3. Sequels are supposed to be worse than the original copy, but this book must be the exception that makes the rule. Awesome book! Please-more stories with surprise endings. This book had some very predictable stories.



4. A 5th Portion of Chicken Soup for the soul is an extremely excellent book because it teaches unique lessons.



5. I've read other Chicken Soup for the Soul books before, but this one isn't as good in my opinion. I can see how other people might enjoy the book, but I didn't. Some of the stories seemed lengthy and without a point, but while reading other stories I wanted to beg for more details because the story was so short. The topics of the stories were good choices and would bring inspiration to some of the people who read them. Some stories didn't seem to fit their topic though and didn't have quite enough detail.
   
   I especially liked the sections "A Matter of Perspective" and Overcoming Obstacles." The stories in these two sections made you look (if only for a few seconds) at life in a little different way. The stories showed how attitude and strong beliefs could help you through some of the most difficult times in your life.
   
   One part of the books I really didn't like was the fact that several of the stories were about death. When suffering a loss stories like those can be inspirational but too many stories in that topic gets depressing in my opinion.
   
   I think this book is a good Chicken Soup for the Soul book. I also think that the other Chicken Soup for the Soul books were better.

4 comments about Attitude Is Everything for Success.

1. Thirty day challenges help us form new habits since it takes 21-30 days to form a habit, depending on who you read. Additionally, Harrell challenges you to read your affirmations outloud ... you'll be using multiple senses and modes when you do so: your eyes will input the words to your brain, and your speech will bring the words and meaning to your brain a second time via your ears.

   On each of your 30 days you master a new area. Improve your attitudes for success by affirming achievement, action, belief, challenge, change, choice, commitment, communication, completion, confidence, desire, destiny, enthusiasm, excellence, faith, goals, gratitude, humility, integrity, love, persistence, possibility, purpose, risk, sacrifice, self-esteem, success, and wisdom. Each day has affirmations ("Say It"), motivational story or definitions ("Believe It"), suggested actions ("Receive It"), and related inspirational quotes.

   I recommend this book to every salesperson or Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant .. include this as part of your daily "Mental B.A.T.H." and aim for the top!




2. I refer to this quote in "Attitude is Everything for Success" by Keith Harell.

   "Achievement starts when you know that your present place in life does not determine how far you will go.It's purpose is to only remind you where you got Started"

   It's Attitude that Makes a Big Difference. It is the attitude towards failures or successes which determines the future, says the author. A human mind is like a parachute - works best when open, hence being an optimist makes one feel a lighter situation at all times. A positive flow with right attitude towards work and play, time management, excellence, persistence and boosting the potentialities and seek for the creative pursuits. A pessimist always sees the darker side of things.It's Attitude that determines Altitude. The book has great motivational quips and quotations to ponder. The book itself says 'Say It, believe it and Recieve it' which is clear message to pick the book and scale for Achievement with the right Attitude. Each day is an affirmation to encourage and boost self determination and lift up the spirits. A good pick and positive thinking.




3. This book re-emphasizes things you already know, but is written in such a fashion that it is easy to pick it up and very quickly read one section for instant positive motivation.



4. I am only about 1/3 through this book, but I am really enjoying it and the lessons it shares. Very easy to read, and it can be read on a daily basis for just 5-10 minutes a day. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to change their attitude and let go of some common inhibitions and fears.

5 comments about Alcoholics Anonymous - Big Book - Original Edition.

1. I am a member of A.A. and wanted to purchase a copy of the Big Book. I always shop at Amazon.com due to the great pricing and service. I just wish that Amazon would have shown me the actual product. A.A. publishes multiple sizes and covers of the Big Book and this was the only one I saw on Amazon. Unfortunately, I noticed at my next meeting that the one I was getting from Amazon was the smallest and cheapest made big book and I paid 3 times what it was worth. I kept it, but was rather annoyed with the outcome. The book is a MUST for any suffering alcoholic, or anyone who knows\lives with one. It is informative, well-written, and full of knowledge and hope. I recommend it for almost anyone.



2. Every recovering Alcoholic should have a copy of this book in your home. It will be your backbone and needed structure while you take one day at a time.
   
   You can learn from others who have walked this path before you!
   
   Merna
   
   Pocket of Pearls: A 30-day pocket workbook to start hearing a softer voice inside of you!



3. What can be added to a book that has been around since 1939 and is still read after a quadrillion people have read it? By following the stories of the various people who have recovered from alcoholism, the "main idea" will certainly hit you. What idea? When it dawns, you'll know.
   
   If the dawn has come already, you will find strength and hope in all of your relationships.



4. Hi there,
   
   I strongly recommend the Audio mp3 version of the Big book: Alcoholics Anonymous: Big Book, Original Edition



5. This book tells exactly how hundreds of thousands of real alcoholics have been saved from alcoholism. How can anyone be critical of that if it works? Only the stupid, or ignorant can criticize a book which has literally saved so many people from certain death (not to mention the thousands more they could have victimized).
   It is truly a miracle, by virtue of all of the people it has saved.
   True, there are thousands more who have failed the program of recovery this book details, but in that is the reason. They failed to do exactly what this book directs them to do. The book didn't fail them.
   
   I personally know a few real alcoholics who were on their last legs when this book came into their lives. All who followed and embraced it's teachings are sober. The one who failed at it would not do what it directed him to do. He died eventually with wet brain (the non technical term for Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome).
   I implore anyone with drinking problems to get this book and seek out AA.