With her classic book, THE GAME OF LIFE AND HOW TO PLAY IT, Florence Scovel Shinn established herself as one of the most down-to-earth, practical, ...
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Jun 29, 2010
Maggie
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at first blush, i didn't like this book b/c i totally do not agree with the "manifestation" belief system so prevalent today. it is a very small god, made in our own self-serving image, who can be made to do the bidding of our petty desires: the gimmee-gimmee god.
however, i do believe in grace and in being open to grace and goodness; and i certainly believe in right behavior, esp. as zen buddhism defines it.
this book, on first blush, seemed to focus totally on More...
however, i do believe in grace and in being open to grace and goodness; and i certainly believe in right behavior, esp. as zen buddhism defines it.
this book, on first blush, seemed to focus totally on More...
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Mar 25, 2010
Winnie
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I read this book recently as it was a gift from a friend and found I enjoyed it very much. It was written in the 1920s and yet it still has a lot of relevance today. I believe its philosophy, though I don't entirely agree with it, is positive and helpful to many who may have found themselves in a rut or a negative state of mind. One thing that struck me about this book was how similar it was to a more recent self-help book -- 'The Secret.' After reading this book, it's pretty obvious that 'The S
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Sep 22, 2010
Dawn
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My Mom originally found this book at a random restaurant. She fell in love with and gave a copy to many people. Fifteen years later life was kicking me in the pants and I saw the book on her shelf and read it for the first time. For me this book is life transforming. I continue to read it as I need to and I have memorized specific mediations. I hope this book will bring the same peace to you as it brought to me.
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Jun 04, 2009
Tahnia
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Wow this book was a timely gift to myself, read it in exactly 24 hrs and feel reborn. Loved it, it just makes sense. Read with open heart and mind.
"Divine love dissolves and dissipates all wrong conditions in my mind, body and affairs, Divine love is the most powerful chemical in the universe..."
"Divine love dissolves and dissipates all wrong conditions in my mind, body and affairs, Divine love is the most powerful chemical in the universe..."
Oct 17, 2011
Katherine
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Another important book to keep by your side. Important yet potent reminders about what you think you get.
Written in the 1940's it is just as relevant today as it was when written back then.
Easy to read - no nonsense.
Read and re-read to keep on and stay on track.
Written in the 1940's it is just as relevant today as it was when written back then.
Easy to read - no nonsense.
Read and re-read to keep on and stay on track.
Apr 02, 2011
Queenie
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It gives me the ideas how to live in hope and peace that also open my mind to step back and look at situations with calmness. However, in order to make a long term life transformation, I must stick with and keep reminding myself with these ideas everyday.
May 26, 2009
Joan Paulette
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I loved the simple and direct language of the book, as well as her many vivid anecdotes. Florence Scovel Shinn was a talented artist and a highly intelligent woman, and her kindly, yet pragmatic wisdom shines through this volume.
Jun 13, 2009
Maurynne
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A good example of the genre with a lot of real-life examples a la Catherine Ponder, and more of a scripture-based approach. I recently re-read it, I'm sure I read it at some point in my 20s, because I internalized some of it.
Aug 05, 2009
Tracey
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A book of affirmations i found browsing te book shelves, it as a quick read that left a profound effect. You are what you think you are, think well and so it will be. Loved it, gave it away whenever I met someone...
Jan 02, 2009
Sylvia
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Received this as a gift from a teacher many years ago. A good lesson in affirmations and faith in God. I've given many copies away and continue to read it again when I'm feeling low or want to stay positive.
Jan 14, 2012
Jill
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Mixed fealings on this one. Written in 1920s. Some of the same ideas as in the more recent "The Secret". Liked thoughts on the power of words and the subconscious. Seemed a bit fixated on money. I didn't like quite a bit of the terminology, for example "demanding" things.
Jun 01, 2009
Kim
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Although written so long ago, this little ditty contains such wisdom that can be applied to our lives today. It certainly is a "Prosperity Classic." I loved it and would highly recommend it.
Jan 13, 2010
Chris
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I love the message in this book. Considering the time it was written, I'm very impressed. However, the author cites many vague, contrived sounding examples, that lost me a little.
Jan 18, 2010
Dave
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Life lessons to consider, copyrighted in 1925. A bent toward a religious presentation, but not out of the realm for consciousness realization.
May 31, 2011
Matthew
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Written nearly 90 years ago this classic from Florence Scovel Shinn has sure sold its fair share of copies over the years! The author shares valuable information on the law of attraction, which was recently covered fairly well in the movie and book ‘The Secret’.
The book is a hit and miss. On one hand it provides good information and many examples of the law of attraction at work. New readers on this topic are sure to find it interesting. Though on the other hand the book becomes very More...
The book is a hit and miss. On one hand it provides good information and many examples of the law of attraction at work. New readers on this topic are sure to find it interesting. Though on the other hand the book becomes very More...
Nov 23, 2009
Betsy
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This book is written by mystic Florence Scovel Shinn. She has a clear matter of fact way of presenting something absolutely mystical.
Nov 14, 2009
Daphne
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Like a shot of espresso, Shinn's book is a wonderful pick-me-up ingested in a few quick sips. A good reminder it's YOUR OWN ATTITUDE that makes the difference in life.
Jan 01, 2009
Laurie
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This was a short little book written back in the 1920s/30s. Parts of it where very cool, like thinking positively about things instead of living in the negative and succumbing to fear. Other parts were a little strange, as if the author is saying that there are no accidents. Everything happens because we make it happen - good or bad. I don't know if I believe all of that or if I believe in the author's telling me to spend money like I'm rich and then soon I will be rich. She has a religious back
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Feb 29, 2008
Robin
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I was recommended this book at a time in my life when everything seemed out of control. I would never have imagined that a book this old (from 1925) would be so timelessly relevant. It changed the way I think about everything. Instead of defining my life by what I don't want/don't like I learned how to define what I want, making sure I'm allowing it to come to me and how to see signs that God's all-loving universe is sending it to me. It taught me that God wants an abundance of money, love
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Dec 08, 2011
Razael
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Not a fiction but a life changing one. Thumbs up if this book helped you :)
Jul 14, 2011
Sandy
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Although written in 1925, Florence Scovel Shinn's prosperity wisdom still has relevance today. Her message is simple--bless others and ask for what you want from the abundance of the Universe. The key, as always, is putting her guidance into practice.
Apr 03, 2009
Michael
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The Secret before somebody called it The Secret. What you say and what you think is what manifests in your life.
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Dec 15, 2007
Christina
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It sounds silly, and the book can be a bit basic, but I am telling you there is priceless info in this book. I read it when I was very young. It tells you how to manipulate the physical plane through the understanding of metaphysical and universal laws. If you know what I mean, and if you believe in that. This changed some things in my life that you wouldn't even believe if I told you ;)
