5 comments about 7 (Seven) Kinds of Smart: Identifying and Developing Your Multiple Intelligences.

1. Dr. Armstrong's "Seven Kinds of Smart" is written and researched by The Teacher who really gets it: A person is unique and has uniquely different ways of learning. Each person has his/her own style of accessing and absorbing information. The diifferent senses use different learning tools for each, or a combination of each. Dr. Armstrong is The Teacher who developed these approaches to teaching and learning.
   Dr. Armstrong's book is very readable: enjoyable, clear, easy-to-follow, interesting. You aren't aware that you are being taught. It is vastly superior to the Howard Gartner writings on the same subject.
   Dr. Armstrong identifies SEVEN different pathways: Verbal, logical, spatial, musical, touch/kinesthetics, interpersonal, intrapersonal.
   Peter Drucker, the famous economist, who taught at the Claremont Colleges, wrote in one of his last books that he first determined whether his listener, student or recipient of his communications learned by audio or visual means in receiving information (slightly different from the verbal and musical classifications of intelligences Dr. Armstrong identifies), before trying to communicate with that person. He felt you could not communicate with someone unless you first made this determination. For instance, does your boss "get" your message from something written, i.e. is he/she eye-minded; or does he/she "get" your message best if you speak to him, i.e. is he audio-oriented"; or does he get it best if he is watching you and having things demonstrated to him, i.e. is he/she touch or tactile oriented? Dr. Armstrong helps the reader to understand his/her own best learning pathways and how to use each effectively. He also suggests ways to support our weaker pathways.
   I view learning and communicating as a multi-pathway experience, not just a one-pathway activity. For instance, I view doing art work as requiring visual, spatial and touch/tactile intelligences.
   Dr. Armstrong developed his theories of learning as a teacher in Fresno, California. They are sound techniques for learning, teaching, parenting, marketing, and general communication.
   I recommmend this book as an essential part of understanding how the human mind works, develops and receives new knowledge. It is a wonderful tool for showing us on how to learn new skills and abilities so that we remain mentally young and agile.



2. This is a well written summary of the latest information about multiple intelligences. I homeschool my eldest son, and I've found this text to be very helpful when it comes to figuring out ways to design assignments to best fit the way my son learns. This is a great book for anyone who deals with other people, but it is particularly valuable for educators. I highly reccomend it.



3. Presents a readable summary of multiple intelligence theory with real world examples of strengths and weaknesses in each. Also has sufficient exercises and projects by which anyone can evaluate/enhance their own "high MIQ" items!



4. Significant work has explained the various types of human intelligences. Research published argues that the usual view of human intelligence is far too narrow. Standard IQ testing only tests Logical-Mathematical Intelligence and Linguistic Intelligence. These tests don't help predict success or happiness in life. Nor do they test the other intelligences. Let's discuss these other intelligences in more detail.
   
   Daniel Goleman teaches Emotional Intelligence in his book by that name. He argues convincingly that Emotional Intelligence is a essential factor in determining personal and professional success. Goleman explains that individuals who are able to tap into self-awareness, self-discipline and empathy are usually happier, healthier and more successful personally and professionally.
   
   Before Daniel Goleman's book, Howard Gardner did pioneering work on the theory of Multiple Intelligences in the early 1980's. Although the concept of Multiple Intelligences had existed for some time, Gardner brought fresh thoughts to the subject. His book "Frames of Mind" explains a non exhaustive list of human intelligences. Thomas Armstrong helped interpret these intelligences for the general population in his book: 7 Kinds of Smart. They are:
   
   Logical-Mathematical Intelligence -- People who have this intelligence can apply it to do mathematical problems of varying complexity. It is also pattern recognition ability and applying a stream of logic to get answers to questions. It is a primary component of convergent thinking skills. It is first of the two intelligences that western academics evaluate using the usual IQ tests.
   
   Linguistic Intelligence - This enables an individual to develop the ability to understand language, word speech, and the methods used for these. It is the second intelligence that western academics are evaluated with using the usual IQ tests.
   
   Music Intelligence - This enables an individual to have an internal feel and sense for music. Ludwig van Beethoven's had this ability. He wrote beautiful music such as Ode to Joy, the 4th movement of his 9th symphony. Individuals who have music intelligence may or may not have a strong understanding of music theory.
   
   Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence - This enables an individual to excel as an athlete such as sports player, dancer or gymnast. Eye hand and body coordination are big factors in body kinesthetic intelligence.
   
   Spatial-Intelligence - This intelligence provides the ability to see things spatially. It is an important aspect of an athlete to sense his environment during competition. A gymnast would not do well if he didn't know where the parallel bar was spatially during a flip. This is also a skill that good architects must have in order to see the spatial requirements of a structure that he is designing.
   
   Interpersonal Intelligence - This enables an individual to interact and relate to others effectively. Daniel Goleman's work on Emotional Intelligence explains this intelligence in depth.
   
   Intrapersonal Intelligence - This is the intelligence of the inner-self. A person who can easily access his or her own feelings and emotional states by being introspective has intrapersonal intelligence. Utilizing this intelligence allows an individual to have an enriched and purposeful life.
   
   Thomas Armstrong says:
   
   "The message is clear: IQ tests have been measuring something that might be more properly called schoolhouse giftedness, while real intelligence takes a much broader range of skills."
   
   Whether there are seven kinds of intelligences or more is not that crucial, nor is the possibility that there are subsets to any or all of these different types of intelligences.
   
   What is important is that if there are multiple intelligences, (and I for one agree), then a whole new world of opportunities awaits those who are willing to learn their true strengths and passions in life.
   
   Knowing that you possess other intelligences and the ability to pursue your natural gifts (full or part time) can be a liberating experience and a spiritual awakening!
   
   
   The Re-Discovery of Common Sense: A Guide to: The Lost Art of Critical Thinking
   
   Frames Of Mind: The Theory Of Multiple Intelligences



5. I have Gardner's books. This author is much more reader friendly than Gardner and bases a great deal of the information in his book upon research by him (and duly gives him credit for his groundbreaking research). This book also introduces to new kinds of smarts (though these seem a bit premature in their research to give full credence to them being new intelligences vs. them being an expansion of the other five intelligences). Never-the-less, this is a great book and easy to navigate!

5 comments about Giving The Love That Heals.

1. Giving the Love that Heals is a book that finally gave mepeace. By this I mean it helped to heal the problems from my past and gave me inner peace, and it helped me to deal with my teenage son that I was always fighting with, so now I have peace in the home. This was a book a could not put down once I started to read it. My children and my husband noticed a diffrence in my parenting technique's right away. I have made a conscious effort to see the things in my children that delight me, and not to dwell on the things that they do that are sometimes disappointing. This book taught me that the wounds from my past that I had not dealt with had power over me. Once I dealt with the past, then I realized I could handle the future. Now my future with my husband and children is very bright, and I know I can handle pretty much anything life has to offer me. This is a book I would recommend to everyone. Thank you for the peace in my life and in my heart. Kim Poliacik



2. Harville Hendrix's book, Getting the Love you Want was fantastic--likely the best book on relationships ever. However this book on child rearing is awful. Let me explain why.... The book is loaded with psycho babble and politically correct themes that mean nothing. If you read chapter 1 and Chapter 2 and then ask yourself, what did I learn? You will have to say, uh.. nothing. Chapter 3 is where it should start getting interesting, and although the topic "unconscious parenting" is a good one, there is too darn much fluff.

   Getting the Love You Want was short and to the point. I think this book, Giving the Love that Heals, could have been 1/3 the length of what it is. We are a busy people, and shouldn't have to put up with writing that says nothing. This drives me crazy!

   I am sure there is something worthwhile in the book, but believe me, you have to skim it quickly to get to those points.




3. I recommend this book to every parent who mentions struggling with their child(ren). It goes beyond being just a parenting-technique book to helping the parent identify their own issues stemming from childhood. Through that process, the parent learns where his/her weaknesses or blocks are, so that they have the clarity to discern what is actually occurring with the child, rather than being clouded by his/her perceptions. From there, the parent can use the techniques taught in the book to help the child move successfully through the developmental phase that is causing frustration.

   My favorite parts of the book are the detailed explanations of the chronological stages of a child's life; the explanation and examples of symbiotic parenting; and the explanation of how we learn to parent how are parents parented us, which is how they were parented, ad infinitum, with the assurance that we can break the cycle of mistakes.

   This is a book for parents who are committed to helping their children navigate through life, even though it requires some self-discovery. It is not a book for a parent who wants a quick solution, because this requires commitment. For me, the healing that resulted in myself, my child and our relationship went far beyond what I was asking for, making the commitment a bargain at any price.




4. I was somewhat disappointed, having read Hendrix's other books. This book is set up very much like Simple Abundance, and each day has its "words to live by". For example, there is no path to follow if you know your child is suffering from the psycholigical disorder that is commonly known as adolescence. Not bad, but not chock full of valuable exercises like his previous works.

   Nicole Flowers




5. The writing of Harville Hendrix's have become my relationship bibles. I find his clear way of taking psychological theory and putting into practice for relationships of all kind very effective.
   
   Lesbian and Gay parents have their work cut out for them in dealing with issues as a parent that are across the board as well as their work on how the homophobic culture will affect their children. What I love about this book is that it invites the parent to look at their own childhood knowing that that is often where parents get stuck. Internalized homophobia will be an important thing to consider for Gay parents in the identity stage of a child's development as well as the intimacy formation stage.
   
   Also, for straight parents worried about their children being gay, there is a wonderful line in the book on page 224: The conscious parent understands that his child is "trying on" identities now in the present, not forecasting who he will be in the future. If a boy dresses up in the pretty party dress his mother saved from her childhood, that does not mean that he will have problems with sexual identity......Obviously he wont' grow up to be Big Bird or Spiderman, although he may identify with them as characters who have powerful personalities". Hurray for Harville Hendrix and Helen Hunt for writing a supurb book!
   Joe Kort

5 comments about Peak Learning.

1. This book opened me up to many new studying and memory concepts. The mind-mapping is very helpful when doing papers or reports. A must read for anyone going back to college.



2. I could not stand this book. It used verbs like it was going out of style. It tries to make you believe that you're about to embark upon an amazing adventure of learning where discoveries will lead to ultimate fulfillment and success :) . It's 75% fluff to make you believe that all life problems will be solved if only you could learn how to learn. It was like Anthony Robbins wrote it. Motivational B.S.. Some of it was good, if you siffed long enough you could get a couple gold flakes out of this one, that's why I gave it 2 stars instead of a deserving 1. But it was so anoying in how it was written. It was so bad I had a hard time paying attention. Awful motivational and persuasive [stuff]. Do waste you money buying this. ...



3. The coming of the Knowledge Age requires us to learn how to learn. I have found few books that address this subject, though. As a learning professional in corporate America, I have discovered that even the most intelligent folks are sometimes inefficient or ineffective learners. Reading this book and applying its concepts is a great start if you truly want to become a lifelong learner.

   There are oodles of theories of learning. Fortunately, Gross does a good job of synthesizing these into a simple, practical, and cohesive package that can be applied by anyone. His approach is amazingly holistic--he gives advice not only on conventional topics of learning (memory), but also on overcoming anxieties, creating a learning environment, and even preparing your body for learning. In addition, he steers the reader to extracting learning from experiences we generally take for granted, such as museums, bookstores, and zoos. He helps you see that learning is not just about sitting in class--it's something you do all the time.

   Ellen Langer's Power of Mindful Learning (which I also highly recommend) touches on some of the same themes, such as gaining a learning mindset and breaking learning myths. The difference, however, is that Langer's book is a theoretical piece. Gross's book, on the other hand, has lots of practical activities that can immediately begin moving you moving along on the path to becoming a better learner. My toolbox is full of ideas now about how to help others learn how to learn.

   If you want to thrive in the Knowledge Age, get this book and learn how to learn.




4. The first time I encountered the author, Ronald Gross, I was then reading with fascination his two masterpieces: 'The Lifelong Learner: A Guide for Self Improvement' in the late 70's & followed by 'The Independent Scholar's Handbook: How to Turn Your Interest in Any Subject into Expertise' in the mid-80's. In fact, I also remembered that I even had a brief communication via fax with the author. These two books eventually propelled me along the journey of self-directed learning throughout the 80's. They were my field guides.
   
   Then came this wonderful book, 'Peak Learning: How to Create Your Own Life-long Education for Personal Enlightenment & Professional Success' in the early 90's. My copy is the 1991 edition.
   
   Without hesitation, I would like to rank this book with Charles Hayes' two masterpieces, 'Self-University' & 'Proving You're Qualified', which I have reviewed earlier. Together, they are the wisest & most useful books I have ever read on the subject of self-directed learning.
   
   Unlike most books in this genre, which focus on theories or practices in adult learning, this book provides a set of productive tools & strategies for self-directed learning.
   
   My favourite chapter in 'Peak Learning', among a few others, is Chapter XII: The Invisible University: Learning Resources from A to Z. The resources outlined in this particular chapter, together with the website resources at the end of the book (some of which may be outdated today), in fact helped me to expedite & sustain my own learning journey throughout the 90's & early twenties.
   
   From the standpoint of a smorgasbord of learning tools & strategies for self-directed learning, this book is unequalled & unsurpassed, even up to today.



5. I enjoyed the book. It is a great tool that will help you assess your learning potiential. I especially liked the section on your personal learning and development. This was a fairly easy read, it was not complicated, and simple stated.

5 comments about A Kick in the Seat of the Pants.

1. I first came across Roger Von Oech when I was a trainer - training other leaders - in a worldwide youth organisation. The ability to think outside the square is important in any lifepath and Von Oech is easy to dip in and out of to get prompted in another direction when life the way ahead looks too narrow.
   
   This book is great - until recently we had a copy in our local library and I borrowed it avidly. Unfortunately it disappeared and I now own my own copy of both this and A WHACK ON THE SIDE OF THE HEAD : How You Can Be More Creative. I highly recommend them both.



2. I was a huge fan of von Oech's "A Whack in the Side of the Head." That is why I was bitterly disappointed by "A Kick in the Seat of the Pants." It is ironic that a book about creativity is almost a carbon copy of its predecessor. "A Kick.." has at least 50 percent of the text and cartoons from "A Whack." I feel robbed, as this book is little more than a revised edition of "A Whack."
   
   If you already read "A Whack" and feel like you are experiencing deja vu while reading "A Kick", you are not alone. This book is a rip-off. How would you like to pay to see "The Empire Strikes Back," only to find that half of the movie is footage from "Star Wars?'" Shame on von Oech and the publisher for tricking me, and shame on me for being duped. Anyone who enjoyed this book either failed to read "A Whack on the Side of the Head" or has extremely short term memory.



3. I am a raving fan of Roger von Oech's creative work as embodied in his books & card decks, namely:
   
   Books:
   
   - A Whack on the Side of the Head;
   - A Kick in the Seat of the Pants;
   - Expect the Unexpected;
   
   Card Decks:
   
   - Creative Whack Pack;
   - Innovative Whack Pack;
   - Ancient Whacks of Heraclitus;
   
   I have used all his creativity stuff ever since I started my own strategy consulting (& book store) business in late 1991.
   
   From my personal & professional experience, I would like to say that the entire collection of Roger von Oech's creative work has been designed to serve three strategic purposes:
   
   - understanding - & removing - your mental blocks;
   - breaking your habitual patterns;
   - shifting your focus & changing your paradigms;
   
   As a matter of fact, once you appreciate & commit to these three strategic purposes in your life, you will soon realise that there is nothing in this world to stop you from getting rid of old ideas & getting new & fresh ideas.
   
   Allow me to quote Edward de Bono: "...the mind is habitually uncreative - it is usually preoccupied with organising masses of incoming data into convenient patterns. Once this pattern is established, then the mind tends to rely upon that pattern in future situations, in order to facilitate decision making & action in an otherwise complex world..." (The Use of Lateral Thinking).
   
   Breaking old habitual patterns is definitely the first & foremost priority in your journey to creativity!
   
   Once your shift your focus, you begin to change your paradigms or the way you look at the world around you. Always remember this: Your brain follows the direction of your dominant thought. Once you focus on something, that thing becomes the foreground. Everything else around it will fall into the background. Most opportunties are unfortunately hidden in the background. The moment you begin to shift your focus, you are pushing the 'foreground' into the 'background', & pulling the 'background' into the 'foreground'. Get it?
   
   'A Whack on the Side of the Head' will help you to break through your mental blocks. They will open up your mind for innovation. This book is filled with provocative puzzles, exercises, stories & helpful tips.
   
   'A Kick in the Seat of the Pants' takes you on a guided tour through the four stereotype roles of the creative process - Explorer, Artist, Judge & Warrior. Understanding - & applying - these roles will fire up your personal & professional creativity. Tactically, they will change your mental focus as you change to play each of the four roles. I would like to add one more role from what I have learned from the Japanese creativity experts: Antique Dealer. This singular role will allow you to combine all the four roles into one.
   
   'Expect the Unexpected' uses thirty of Heraclitus' (the world's first creativity master) epigrams as creative springboards. It has intriguing questions designed to topple old habits of thought & fire up your imagination.
   
   All the three card decks are basically extensions of the three books, to allow convenient usage during brainstorming sessions.
   
   From my strategy consulting experience, these three card desks have proven to be inexhaustible sources of inspirations.
   
   In fact, the 'Innovative Whack Pack' combines the creative power of both the 'Creative Whacks' & 'Ancient Whacks of Heraclitus'.
   
   I strongly urge readers to seriously consider having the entire collection of Roger von Oech's creative work added to your Creativity & Innovation Library, & all the three card decks placed permanently on your desk top at all times.



4. I came to this precious book in the 3M Library in Caracas while I was working there, the funny thing is that there was the most un-creative work enviroment I ever seen in my life!!
   
   This book was the kick-off that got me to exercice my creative gears.. the clasification of subject themes by hardware/ software proved to be invaluable in my later marketing career.
   
   I would recommended to all, specially those who think they are as creative as the need to be.



5. Should be read along with Whack on the side of your head by the same author.

5 comments about You Call the Shots: Succeed Your Way-- and Live the Life You Want-- with the 19 Essential Secrets of Entrepreneurship.

1. You call the shots, an audio book that I purchased. Was inspiring, creative, no matter what your age, anyone can do this. If you are thinking about starting your own business, doing it on the Internet. This book is for you.



2. I am very pleased with this book.It is written in the everyday language, very inspiring,fun.I don't think anyone would be disappointed in purchasing this book.Even if you don't want to open your own business you can still be inspired be Cameron's life and the way he approaches things,and life.



3. The 1st CD does not play in any of my machines so I don't know if the content was good or not. The other CDs will play but the content was boring and the guy just talked about how great he was. Don't waste your money.



4. I learned about this book while watching an episode of Donny Deutsch's, The Big Idea, on CNBC. Cameron is now in his early 20's, and has already started over 12 successful businesses in his young life! As a 29 year old, with 12 years of experience, I marvel at his story and was extremely happy to read his story in his book. Talk about giving me hope!!! I think we professionals make things much harder than they really are sometimes and Cameron's book showed me how easy things can be with great ideas, some work, and some focus. This read was the catalyst I needed to put some ideas I've had floating around in my head into place. Two new companies have evolved from what I learned-launch dates are less than a month away in both cases!
   
   While an advertising executive for a major firm, I've always had something going on the side. Spent many years in multi-level marketing (learned a ton, but never made much), have run an online bookstore, and have a vending company today. While I've done so-so in my ventures, Cameron has been able to think "outside the box" and turn several of his ideas into ventures that would take care of most families for years and years to come! What's helped him take things to the next level while so many (like myself) have done not so. Part of it is his age and his ability to take risks without having to worry about a family to feed. Another is his ability to see opportunity where others can't. Finally, his willingness to find people who's abilities complement his own.
   
   Though 41, I can't wait to look back of this next year and see how far I've come because of Cameron's mentoring words in this book! A MUST READ for all entrepreneur's, those who hope to be, or those who's kids have the desire to start their own businesses. Who's the next Cameron going to be?!!



5. This book is great for anyone looking to start an internet business with limited capital. Cameron seems to know what will work online and what doesn't. As you read the book you start brewing some of your own ideas. If you have any interest in online businesses this is a book you definitely should read.
   
   The only flaw was the fact that he never maintained any of his businesses. He would build them, get as many customers as he could over a process of a year or so. Then sell them. Kind of an ADD approach, he seems to get bored quickly. It would have been more interesting if he had kept a few of them over the years to see how they could grow. To top it off he went back to working for his father at the dealership, which was a big surprise. After owning your own businesses you would think he would want to do his own thing. I am sure he wants to keep the family business in the family, just strange that he didn't keep any of the other businesses afloat while going back to the dealership.
   
   Like I said if you want to run an internet based company, its a fantastic read. If you want to know how to flip businesses its also a good read. Inspiring guy with a lot of creative ideas.

5 comments about 50 Self-Help Classics: 50 Inspirational Books to Transform Your Life.

1. I picked up this book by chance from a public library. Butler-Bowden did an excellent job of summarizing the works of some of my favorite famous authors. I enjoyed using it so much that I decided to get my own copy. Incidentally, it was not available in the main bookstores.



2. I bought this to listen to while commuting to work. I think it was a good choice and has been much more informative than listening to music or the radio. The content is good but the narration is mediocre with too many long pauses at inappropriate times. I tended to drift off the subject during his pregnant pauses.



3. If you're an avid reader of Reader's Digest Condensed Books, you might like this collection. Otherwise, go to your library's self-help section and check out the real things for a better taste of each book before buying them. With 50 Self-Help Classics you're getting the author's take on each publication and so you have to remember that his opinion is prevelant throughout each chapter. Having studied some of these texts in grad school, I found some of his opinions (although valid) lacked depth and understanding. It's easy to tell which books are his favorites and which ones he added just to come up to a total of 50.



4. 50 Self-Help Classics: 50 Inspirational Books to Transform Your Life
   
   This is a terrific book. It summarizes self-help classics providing pithy information in a highly readable form. It's also a great way to preview many books to ascertain which ones you might want to purchase to read in full.
   
   The author has also published a series of other subject specific classics: Prosperity Classics,Success Classics,Spiritual Classics and Psychology Classics, so if you enjoy the author's format and the excellent quality of his summaries, you'll find similar value in these other offerings.
   
   Not only has the author identified salient points in each of these "Classics" works, he also identifies major lessons to be learned from them. A true compendium of works for anyone's self help library. Also, makes a great gift item for those who have a manifested interest in one or more of the Classics collection. I've used these summaries many times in my Principles of Management courses.



5. As a great lover of Self-help books, this book covers great books in all major self-help categories. The Author has placed the 50 titles into very useful sub-categories. Then there are the actual summaries themselves, which are extremely useful. I was also thinking this..... 'the author of this book is living proof that self-help books do work'. Tom's come up with a great idea.
   There are titles of older books that are centuries old and can be bought for under £2.00. I liked "The Power of the Sub-Conscious Mind" by Joseph Murphy. The author's little review on this was spot on. Thereby bypassing what might be off-putting from the Amazon negative reviews about references to the Bible, this book is "THE NUMBER ONE BOOK ABOUT THE IMPRINTING ON THE SUBCONSCIOUS MIND". I was really unfocused about my daily habitual repetitions in my conscious mind and the impact that has on our lives. We create our own reality with our every thoughts. Now I'm far more alert. Enjoy Tom's great book.

5 comments about Visits from the Afterlife.

1. I have to say I was at a point of no where and as I read this book I started to beleave that there are reasoning for everything



2. Everything done by *SYLVIA BROWNE* is *HEAVEN*!!!
   She is my *ANGEL* that walks on our Earth.
   This Book, along with all of her other books are, *THE BEST*!!!
   I LOVE YOU, *SYLVIA BROWNE*!!!



3. I purchased this book for my daughter, she is an avid reader and fan of Sylvia Browne. As usual Sylvia has a great informative book here. I try to purchase everyone she comes out with,,



4. If you like Sylvia Browne, you'll enjoy this book. It's both thought-provoking and interesting. I actually bought this because of the Elizabeth Short connection, and was not disappointed. I have tried to find other literature and information that may prove/disprove the theory, but have had no real luck, when personally, what Browne has said makes the most sense. But even aside from that particular chapter, it was an interesting read.



5. I loved this book!! If you believe or want to know about the after life read this book. It's very interesting and I couldn't put it down.

5 comments about Ayurveda and the Mind.

1. A very accessible book. Very useful introduction to the Vedic knowledge system as it pertains to health by a master.



2. I used to think Auryveda was all about herbs and bad-tasting concoctions ...not so!

   In this book David presents the Auryvedic veiw of man. It encompasses not just the physical body (sharir, in Sanskrit), but also the outer "sense-oriented" mind (manas) and inner "feeling-oriented" mind (chitta). Just as the physical body's well-being is determined by a regimen of diet and exercise, so too, is the well-being of one's outer and inner mind determined by diet and exercise. The only difference is that "diet" and "exercise" for the mind isn't, say, food and aerobics, but something a lot more subtle.

   One can go through life ignoring all of life's profund questions. But, one cannot live life ignoring one's body and mind. This book helps contend with those "devils" :-). There's something for everyone.




3. I'm somewhat less excited than the other readers of this fine book. It's a nice introduction to ayurvedic concepts, but it's a bit general and broad--and I'm far from being an expert. Ultimately, it just doesn't seem very useful. But, of course, anything by David F. is going to be well written and informative.



4. This is an EXCELLENT book. Abstract and very deep truths are lucidly conveyed without sacrificing intricacy or impact. If you are interested in psychology, spirituality, or Ayurveda, this is a wonderful, unique book. Dr. Frawley is extremely thorough and brings much integrity to his work. This book may be a bit much for some, but those truly interested in furthering their awareness will find many treasures in these pages. If you are looking for an intro to Ayurveda, start with something else, like Dr. Frawley's "Yoga and Ayurveda."



5. This is an perl. I put everything on place. I had been around seeking, done meditation, gone regularly to yoga/chanting. When i read this book, i took a quantesprang.... i now are alot more aware of what going on in me, just after the understanding of this book, and practis it. Get it.

5 comments about Secrets of the Millionaire Mind Cards.

1. I think the cards are quality material and they will last a while but they aren't quite what I was expecting for the price. I got more from the book on tape. Excellent book!



2. Excellent !!! these affirmation cards are really great ! I love them and use them daily !! Highly recommended even if you have the book already !!



3. The Secrets of the Millionaire Mind book, by T Harv Ecker, was the best book on how to create money, and the thinking, that prevents one from making money, that I have ever read.
   
   The cards however, are too big. I was hoping they would be small enough to put in my purse, or tape to my computer for easy viewing.
   Sonia (Australia.)



4. Our group of 9 ladies have been doing a rconditioning of the mind with the book and the cards are just a small reminder that keeps us on track. I love them, Kitty Tessin



5. These cards are excellent. I read them everyday and they remind me of everything I read in his book. I HAVE a millionaire Mind!!!!!

5 comments about Touchstones: A Book Of Daily Meditations For Men.

1. My husband has used this book for about ten years and has found it tremendously helpful. It lives next to his chair in the den, and he spends about 30 minutes with it in the morning while I'm still asleep. He reads the daily entry and meditates on the suggestions and affirmations on each page. He's commented that it provides comfort without being sugary, and he values the thoughtfulness of each entry, the low-key approach, and the wide range of sources quoted. I've browsed in and believe that it would be helpful to anyone, regardless of one's spiritual orientation... or lack of same.
   
   He recently bought a new copy to send to a friend who is having serious problems in his life, and we hope that its calm wisdom will help him as well.



2. I was given this book 20 years ago and have just recently gotten into the habit of reading it every morning. There are some days when the reading really hits me but even more when it doesn't. My main complaint is that there are many readings specifically directed towards men when only a few of those really have to be. It didn't get 5 stars because I have other daily reading books that speak to me much more often and others that I don't bother with or really hate. See my other reviews if you want to know which ones. This one is certainly worth buying.



3. This book is the cornerstone of recovery for men and used by men as an aide in recovering from addictions, co-dependency. While not conference approved literature it parallels much of it in its focus.



4. I have used this gem of a book personally and in the wilderness program, Galena Ridge, I operate for at-risk teens. The beauty of the book is encapsulated in the April 1st reading....every experience we have, every choice we make, is a "medicine wheel" telling us much more about ourselves than it tells us about others or the world around us. The reflections in this book take on new meaning with each reading, helping us learn about ourselves as we embrace our courage to grow and change.



5. I first came across this book at my brother-in-law's house. I picked it up and dipped in briefly, liked the thought I read and then put it down. Ever since leaving his place that day, the little book has regularly come to my mind, and the simply truth I read on the page that day. I feel an affinity with the book, partly because it is understated and never showy. It is serious, without being melancholy; it is deep, without becoming stereotypical. Reading it is like having an intimate conversation with a trusted friend, except the dialogue is inside, and silent. It makes me feel good knowing its there, for me to open and dip in again, to feel what I felt the first time I picked it up all those years ago: this is true.