"The Book of Secrets-Unlocking the Hidden Dimensions of Your Life" is the first book I have read by Deepak Chopra. I am only superficially aware of his work and checked this book out of the library on a whim. Talk about Synchronicity.
This is an amazingly rich, insightful, and spontaneously thought provoking book in the truest sense of the word. I am a voracious reader, I can easily read 300 to 400 pages a day depending on the level of difficulty. This book is only 260 pages, but I have only read 145 pages in the last two months. That's right, a whopping 18 pages per week! It is written in a straight forward and simple manner. However, the ideas and examples in the book are like a rich dessert, you have to savor and experience them before proceeding.
One "Secret" from the Chopra book is about the Gift of Attention as a kindness. It helps me realize how reserved and guarded I keep myself sometimes, avoiding eye contact or interaction. I am trying to be more open and present in my day to day world, even if it's just acknowledgement with a nod or glance. In the virtual world, I am learning it's okay to send a comment to a blogger or email to a friend that says "Thanks" or "I care". Sounds simple, but it is a challenge.
I hope to finish this book soon, it's overdue at the library. It's so hard to rush through, I put it on my Christmas list. I am looking forward to making it part of my library, so I can continue to learn.
Best to you and yours and thank you sincerely for the gift of your attention.
"The Universe is in You." Dr.Deepak Chopra
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I am such a lazy reader. I don't mind learning things when I read, but I have to be entertained too. I love to read, and I read 2-3 books a week usually, but I hate to work at it any more. I guess I hate to spoil my favorite indulgence.
But, I have been trying to balance my fluff reading with some non-fiction these days. So, based on your recommendation, maybe I will give this one a try...
Sounds like a great read. Funny you mention the item about the gift of attention. I noticed myself that I'm not always 100% present sometimes, so I've been practicing paying attention fully.
I would have never thought of you as reserved - you have been so remarkably present with Mr. Spit and I, and so willing to enter into our space, and I have been so thankful.
Martha, I finally tagged others for the award & meme you gave me. Thanks so much for thinking of me, you're the best!
I have enjoyed your comments on blogs and decided to come visit. I understand what you mean about commenting and e-mailing. Although I enjoy comments and e-mails (other than religious and political spam from people who should know better), I have felt that commenting was presumptuous. But I'm getting better. In real life, too. Thanks for the insight.
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