An Introduction to the Lightning Process

by Phil Parker

Phil Parker's lightning process has been used by many people in order to transform their lives, health and success. This book provides an essential first step for all those intending to discover more about this unique training programme.

Genres: Nonfiction

282 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2007

Reviews

[Infinidimincorp · Rating 2 out of 5]

Hmm. It feels harsh to give this book such a low rating, because it never claims to be anything other than what it is. An introduction, a primer for The Lightning Process.

The Lightning Process is a 3 Day Seminar that leads a person through a process of taking control of their life and potentially transforming it. By using neurological principles, and by really diving into the nitty-gritty of the brain/mind/body connection, The Lightning Process has helped an enormous number of people with some pretty serious problems, including physiological problems like CFS/ME.

Sounds great. I believe it too, the independent statistics are cited in the book.

But this book... it doesn't teach you the techniques you'll come across on the seminar. It is not going to teach you The Lightning Process. It reads, in many ways, like an extended sales pitch for the seminar. Parts of the book are repetitive to the point of being hypnotic when it comes to asking questions like "Hey, if these people changed their lives, why can't I?"

And herein lies the complicated discomfort that I have with the book. See, any technique like this is going to need the belief on behalf of the practitioner that they can succeed. That the process will work. That they are capable of doing it. So most of the book addresses any doubts or concerns that the client might have. And that's great! That's what the book is for, bringing to light any doubts or questions the client might have and helping disperse them. Making the client look hard at whether they want to change, whether they're ready to change, and helping persuade them the answer to those questions is yes.

But here is my impression based on reading this book. For efficacy's sake, Phil Parker needs us to 100% believe the process is going to work. It's best if we're totally convinced it's going to work. And the numbers... whilst they show that The Lightning Process is good, they also show that sometimes people report no benefit, and that in a small number of cases they make things worse. And that dichotomy, between needing people 100% onboard but not being able to make a 100% promise... it makes the book ring dishonest to me.

That said, the book is up front. Candid. Really easy to read. *shrugs* Good luck and blessings to anyone on this journey.

[Anna · Rating 1 out of 5]

Is this really any different to something like CBT? What's the big secret - if it is that effective a therapy and cure for just about anything, then why isn't it on the NHS ? I didn't read latter half of book as it appeared to just be a rant against critics of the process.

[Richard Alain · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is a “wellness” scam aimed at desperate sick people. Very sad.

[Istvan Peter · Rating 3 out of 5]

As the title suggest this is an introduction - and not really a book, as of it doesn't contain much useful information. The 'case studies' and some parts of the book reeks marketing/sales (but I'm not to judge if it is or it isn't that), but the practical parts of the book are very insightful and useful; just as I've expected after Phil Parker's other book The 10 Questions to Ask for Success.

[Derek Barrentine · Rating 5 out of 5]

really good

Interesting thoughts. Compelling ideas. Worth the read! Already passed it on to several friends. Will likely read his other books.

[Gisela · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good introduction but leaves you wanting more detail. You need to do the course for that.

[Sally · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clear easy read of the wins and whys of the Lightning Process