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The Honeymoon Effect: The Science of Creating Heaven on Earth

Bruce H. Lipton (Goodreads Author)

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The Honeymoon Effect: A state of bliss, passion, energy, and health resulting from a huge love. Your life is so beautiful that you can’t wait to get up to start a new day and thank the Universe that you are alive. Think back on the most spectacular love affair of your life—the Big One that toppled you head over heels. For most, it was a time of heartfelt bliss, robust ...more

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Sep 21, 2013 Mae rated it liked it · review of another edition

It has a good message but I felt like he could have written it all into one small pamphlet.

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Aug 11, 2013 Manuela Colantonio-alonzi rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

My first exposure to Bruce Lipton was during the Hay House “I Can Do It” Conference in Toronto where he lectured on the Honeymoon Effect – The Science of Creating Heaven on Earth. I was curious to learn about it and I was completely astounded by the information which was shared. I was then very happy to receive this book by which the lecture was based on for free from Hay House Publishing for review purposes and the follow review is unbiased and reflects my honest judgement of this book.

My first exposure to Bruce Lipton was during the Hay House “I Can Do It” Conference in Toronto where he lectured on the Honeymoon Effect – The Science of Creating Heaven on Earth. I was curious to learn about it and I was completely astounded by the information which was shared. I was then very happy to receive this book by which the lecture was based on for free from Hay House Publishing for review purposes and the follow review is unbiased and reflects my honest judgement of this book.

Firstly, I must say that I wish I had come across this book many, many years ago as it would have saved me a tonne of grief and heart ache.

The book talks about the law of attraction and how it affects a relationship, but takes it a step further than all the other books out there that attempt to explain the same. Most books preach that what you put out there is what you get, but fail to explain how this phenomenon takes place and the mechanics behind it – quantum physics. Although the book is scientific, it is very easy to read. It is written for the average person and contains humor as well, which is refreshing as scientific concepts can be very dull and dry. Bruce has a talent for telling and incorporating relevant and entertaining stories to support his theory

Lipton does really well in explaining how all the subconscious gunk which we collect while growing up, the programing we are subjected to, affects all the decisions we make, and how we bring them into our relationships with other people, and how we look for them to complete us, and therefore are never satisfied.

What was comforting for me was his explanation about good vibes and bad vibes. I’m the type of person who functions very much on intuition however there have been many times when I override what my intuition tells me and proceed with logic only to be burned in the end. Lipton states “Good vibes are nature’s way of telling you that you’re in the right place or with the right person. Just being in the same room with a partner who is in harmony with you lifts your energy; together you create ripples that produce high-energy waves.”

He then goes on to state that “bad” vibes have the opposite effect and can be very destructive, and “may be your nervous system’s warning that you’re hanging out with the wrong person. An energetically disharmonious relationship likely features shouting matches and recriminations – even being in the same room with your partner depresses you.” I found it absolutely fascinating learning about the science behind this, and also the depth to which he goes into.

As I mentioned previously, I wish I had read this book long time ago, such as 15 years ago, as it would have saved me a lot of pain and grief which I experienced in many of my relationships. However, since I can’t go back in time and fix those relationships, I am certainly keeping this knowledge in tow and using the skills and tools learned with my present day relationships. I recommend this book to anyone who is in a relationship – romantic or not.

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Jun 19, 2013 Cloris Kylie rated it really liked it · review of another edition

When I read The Biology of Belief, by Bruce Lipton, I was fascinated by his insights about our conscious and subconscious minds, and how we can reprogram our subconscious minds to lead happy lives.

The subconscious mind, which is responsible for 90% of your thoughts and behaviors, is like a computer which is programmed by your conscious mind. Think of when you learned how to drive. At first, you had to place all your conscious attention on steering, breaking, accelerating, etc. After a while, When I read The Biology of Belief, by Bruce Lipton, I was fascinated by his insights about our conscious and subconscious minds, and how we can reprogram our subconscious minds to lead happy lives.

The subconscious mind, which is responsible for 90% of your thoughts and behaviors, is like a computer which is programmed by your conscious mind. Think of when you learned how to drive. At first, you had to place all your conscious attention on steering, breaking, accelerating, etc. After a while, driving became a subconscious task, which you can now do while listening to music, eating, or having a conversation.

Lipton’s scientific approach to spiritual truths is unique, and this is why I was so interested in reading his most recent book: The Honeymoon Effect. In this book, Lipton shares his own experience with a failed marriage, and how he was able to create a spectacular romantic love affair that withstands the test of time.

Lipton reveals that based on quantum physics, “everything in this Universe is made out of immaterial energy, and everything radiates energy.” We can feel this energy or “vibes” radiating from every person we meet, so that explains why we feel naturally attracted to some people and can’t wait to get away from others.

To me, the most significant section in the book is the one dedicated to reprogramming our subconscious mind to have solid, loving relationships with our romantic partners. Our programming can be modified by:
- Being conscious of exactly what we want in the relationship.
- Identifying the programming that needs to be changed in our subconscious mind.
- Reprogramming our subconscious mind with mindfulness, hypnosis, or a new method of healing called energy psychology.

In the chapter titled “Noble Gases,” Lipton cleverly explains how we have a choice to be like noble gases, which means to be complete without the need to partner or pair up with anyone. He contrasts noble gases to unbalanced atoms, which need a complementary partner who is unbalanced as well to create a seemingly “balanced” relationship. This apparently balanced relationship isn’t really stable or even happy, and when it breaks, it produces severe grief and hopelessness. In Lipton’s eyes, this is what a typical codependent relationship looks like. Noble gases are even stronger with a partner, but do not need a partner to be stable, and this is the place where we need to be if we want to engage in long-lasting and joyful romantic relationships.

If we combine Lipton’s teachings with our internal knowing of what real love is, we will be on our way to this joyful state called The Honeymoon Effect.

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Jul 09, 2013 Andy Nieradko rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I wish I could've read this book twenty years ago, would've saved me a lot of grief. That's my only complaint about Bruce Liptons The Honeymoon Effect: The Science of Creating Heaven on Earth. Even the part about chemical compounds and noble gases was interesting, and made accessible for the average Joe or Jane. What separates this book from the usual, run-of-the-mill relationship book, is that it deals with the unseen forces that affect our individual drives, subconscious programming, quantum ...more

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May 24, 2013 Olga Sotomayor rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

The Honeymoon Effect
The science of creating heaven on earth
By: Bruce H. Lipton, Ph.D.

1st Edition May 2013
ISBN 978-1-4019-2386-0

The Honeymoon Effect: the science of creating heaven on earth written by Bruce. H. Lipton, PhD just hit the book stands on May of 2013. Bruce is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit. Who from his own account went from an agnostic scientist, to a Rumi quoting Scientist! He is a Stem cell biologist, bestselling author of The Biology of ...more

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Jul 04, 2013 Cynthia Larson rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

One of the things I love most about Bruce Lipton is the fearless way he shares intimate details about his life, with such joy and contagious zest for life that one feels one's spirits lifting even when hearing tales of past traumatic events. What makes Lipton's new book, "The Honeymoon Effect" such a treasure is how Lipton shares his passion for understanding the underlying biology of our interpersonal chemistry side-by-side with autobiographical accounts of what's worked and what's not worked One of the things I love most about Bruce Lipton is the fearless way he shares intimate details about his life, with such joy and contagious zest for life that one feels one's spirits lifting even when hearing tales of past traumatic events. What makes Lipton's new book, "The Honeymoon Effect" such a treasure is how Lipton shares his passion for understanding the underlying biology of our interpersonal chemistry side-by-side with autobiographical accounts of what's worked and what's not worked in his relationships in the past.

Would you believe that the cascade of chemicals that drive love can be unleashed not just by falling in love with a person, but also by falling in love with a project or idea? Lipton assures us this is so, since "wherever there is passion, not far behind are the potent chemical brews that motivate us to pursue the objects of our desire." As an author who once made the mistake of filling the bathtub while working on a chapter of my book, Karen Kimball: and the Dream Weaver's Web, this is something I definitely relate to.

As it turns out, the keys to living happily ever after with one's true love are found within. Lipton explains through tales from his own relationship lessons in the past why it's not enough to simply find the man or woman of our dreams. People subconsciously seek familiar patterns from the past, so unless we address underlying psychological issues in ourselves, relationships will only ever last until the initial bursts of love endorphins wear off.

Readers seeking a how-to book might want to dive into chapter four, "Four Minds Don't Think Alike," to get to the heart of weird ways we so often find our partner knows just how to push our buttons at the point we know 'the honeymoon is over.' Lipton explains that what is actually happening when the love of our life is no longer acting all that loving is that they are expressing their subconscious mind, with all of its programming instilled in us going all the way back to childhood... and before that, into the womb. Our subconscious mind soaked up a great deal of our environment in the form of cascades of chemicals running through our bodies, in such ways that sensitize us to particular repetitive patterns of emotional patterns around us. Fortunately, by becoming mindful, we can reprogram our subconscious mind, so we are compatible with the kind of partners we'd most like to live happily ever after with. Only through such reprogramming can we hope to break free of negative relationship patterns.

The Honeymoon Effect is an inspirational book containing a real-life successful love story, together with lots of recent research in the fields of biology and psychology... and some wonderful tips on how you can become more mindful and successful in love and life. Highly recommended! ...more

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Dec 17, 2015 Rosa Victoria rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Despite how sceptical I always feel about the self-help genre, I really liked this book. The fault is entirely mine that I get resentful and irritated by books that tell me how to live my life, however, this was recommended by someone I have a lot of faith in. I didn't like the pseudo-science and I didn't like the usual smug "my life is amazing" opening chapter, but I really really liked the whole point that the secret to having successful relationships is simply paying attention to what you're ...more

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Jul 02, 2013 Panda1602 rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I loved the whole feel of this book before I even sat down to read it. It has this wholesome frequency about it and I commenced reading it, I was enveloped in the love of the words that went into the book. So it should be no surprise that I write that this book deals with vibrations and frequencies and how they affect us, our relationships and so forth. I am a fan of Bruce's writing style. He takes, what is for me a rather dry subject, and makes it captivating. He is definitely a man that walks ...more

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Aug 03, 2014 Sam Torode rated it really liked it · review of another edition

A little short on the practical how-to's, but I enjoyed this book quite a bit. Recommended after reading "The Biology of Belief."

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Jun 12, 2019 Vishal Bawa rated it really liked it · review of another edition

The book starts with reiterating the established world of biology of belief. In the first part it hovers through the ideas expressed lucidly in the BOB and gets slightly more descriptive with add-on information.
While BOB was developing the bedrock for the author’s thoughts, THE leads you beautifully to the application mode.

I have liked the second part a lot since it has the novelty of action oriented thoughts, and discovering the magnitude of each of our conscious thoughts towards rewiring the ...more

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Jan 15, 2020 Christopher Conrad rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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One of my new favorite authors! Will definitely be looking for more from this honest and excellent writer! Only two books in (the other was "The Biology of Belief") with Dr. Lipton and I'm hooked. His scientific research, scares universities and scientists with agendas and corporate backing while backing up what shamans have known for millennia. Mainstream education will systematically deny the evidence presented, so you MUST RESEARCH this for yourself. Thanks for your courage and insight, Dr. ...more

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Sep 07, 2013 Karl rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

When doing book reviews there is a fine balance between providing a lengthy/thorough review and providing a short, concise review that sums up a book in a few brief statements. So in this review, rather than choose just one way, I will provide a short review as well as a long review of, “The Honeymoon Effect.”

The short review - If you have ever had a relationship: good, bad or otherwise or if you ever intend on having a relationship, than the information in this book will be of interest to you. When doing book reviews there is a fine balance between providing a lengthy/thorough review and providing a short, concise review that sums up a book in a few brief statements. So in this review, rather than choose just one way, I will provide a short review as well as a long review of, “The Honeymoon Effect.”

The short review - If you have ever had a relationship: good, bad or otherwise or if you ever intend on having a relationship, than the information in this book will be of interest to you. I quite enjoyed Bruce’s writing style and learned a great deal about myself and relationships in general.

Okay, now for the long review.

In his latest book, “The Honeymoon Effect” Bruce Lipton once again employs a relaxed style to blend experiences from his personal journey with scientific processes to explain why it is that we so frequently sabotage our relationships. This s not a ___ step book to finding love, this book is designed to make the reader aware of the internal processes, most of which are unknown to us on a conscious level, as a means of making more loving and positive connections.

In a manner that is interesting, and often entertaining, Bruce illustrates how the body and brain behave when in different emotional states. The information is presented in a manner that can be easily understood by someone who has never taken a biology class (that would be me). There is nothing overwhelming in this section of the book and it is relatively short.

The next component of the book, and perhaps the section that contains the most crucial information, is the section on how it is that the conscious mind, full of good intentions, can be overwhelmed by the programming existing in our subconscious mind. Many people might not realize that it is the subconscious mind calling the shots 90% of the time. This means that all of our conditioned responses in relationships are often calling the shots without us even being aware of it. In other words, the captain of the love boat is only at the helm 10% of the time and the other 90% of the time the “computer” is running things.

This is not to say that we did not have a role in our failed relationships, this is simply saying that the programming in our subconscious mind played a large part in how our relationships unfolded and how they continue to unfold. By becoming aware of our “hidden programs” we are empowered and can make the changes we need for finding relationships that are positive and life affirming.

On a final note, with Bruce being so willing to self-disclose, I believe I should do the same. I have to admit that normally I do not seek out books related to building “loving relationships.” I know that many people enjoy these books and they have benefited from reading them; however, in my experience I found that many of the books I encountered were very general and the changes they suggested only dealt with conscious-mind issues. The changes that occurred, if any, would only have a temporary benefit. Now, having read, “The Honeymoon Effect” I understand that changes made to the conscious mind, even with the best of intentions, do not overcome the programming running in the subconscious mind. In order to truly have fulfilling and nurturing relationships one must become aware of the programming behind the scenes and then re-write it to be in alignment with our greatest desires. In simple terms, if we wish to have the feelings of love and joy that we experience in the initial moments of a loving relationship, if we wish to experience this “honeymoon effect”, we need to have harmony between four minds not just two. ...more

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Nov 14, 2015 P.J. Lazos rated it really liked it · review of another edition

When Margaret met Bruce she had an electric surge that started in her heart and traveled like lightning throughout her body, putting her senses on full alert. She gasped. Her hand went to her heart. Bruce responded with a look, but did not return Margaret’s googly-eyed stare. What had happened to spark Margaret’s reaction? Why didn’t Bruce have a heart-pounding experience when he gazed at Margaret? What ultimately brought and held the pair together? These questions and more are the subject of When Margaret met Bruce she had an electric surge that started in her heart and traveled like lightning throughout her body, putting her senses on full alert. She gasped. Her hand went to her heart. Bruce responded with a look, but did not return Margaret’s googly-eyed stare. What had happened to spark Margaret’s reaction? Why didn’t Bruce have a heart-pounding experience when he gazed at Margaret? What ultimately brought and held the pair together? These questions and more are the subject of The Honeymoon Effect: The Science of Creating Heaven on Earth, Bruce Lipton’s third book. Part common sense, part hard science, and part personal memoir, The Honeymoon Effect is a physiological and often philosophical accounting of what makes people fall and stay in love. Lipton, whose work has long been on the cutting edge of thought is a cell biologist who pioneered early stem cell research, a world-class lecturer and thinker, and currently a professor at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic in addition to being one of my favorite visionaries. Just listen to a one of his webinars and tap into his extraordinary energy field to see what I mean. It gives me a boost like a shot of espresso as his insight travels through the air waves, thoughts transmitted with a will and force of their own. Thoughts have power Lipton has long said in his previous books, The Biology of Belief - Unleashing the Power of Your Consciousness, Matter and Miracles, and Spontaneous Evolution - Our Positve Future and a Way to Get There From Here, both testaments to Lipton’s metaphysical view of the world. While The Honeymoon Effect is ostensibly a self-help guide to finding and keeping the partner that’s the best fit for you, Honeymoon is, moreover, a molecular distillation of the mind/body/spirit connection and the reasons why, on a cellular level we fall and stay in love. There are physiological reasons for the falling, a chemistry to love itself as the poets say, and not just in the metaphorical sense, but in the physical sense as well, one that resonates in our cells. Unfortunately, although we fall in love, we rarely stay there. That’s the terrain of the lucky few. According to Lipton, however, it could be the terrain of everyone if we just knew how to use the tools at hand. “We create our lives with our beliefs, and we broadcast those beliefs into the energetic environment around us,” Lipton says. Therefore, it’s your beliefs that draw your future to you. The past draws the future. Lipton has a way around that in the event you’re not so happy with what has been and want to change what will be. Yet, this book is about much more than the power of positive thinking. It’s also about the grand design in which we all play a part, major or minor depending on our desires, and how we can cultivate those desires along with our lives with something akin to mathematical precision if we know how the chemistry works. The Honeymoon Effect is a gem of a pocket companion, a fascinating and required read for anyone looking for love and wanting to stay there. Read it, not just to find your One and Only, the exciting and amazing partner of your dreams, but to find and fall in love with the most important person you’ll ever know in your life: You. ...more

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May 03, 2013 Christine rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Quantum physics + love and human nature. This book is a must read for those of us who enjoy all three of those topics. Bruce has an easy, enjoyable writing style. Quantum theory is interwoven with relate-able stories/experiences. This book would be especially helpful for new couples as well as for those who are seriously seeking a lasting, positive human love connection. Why live a life making silly mistakes when you can create the honeymoon effect right from the beginning??? Highly recommend.

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Jan 11, 2014 Esra rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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Stop what you're doing, get your hands on this book and READ IT. A brilliant insight into why (if you're like me) you always fail at relationships, why you can't seem to find anyone and feel as though you're perpetually forever alone (also like me), why your relationship just went downhill (also like me), or why things just don't ever seem to go your way (also like me - do you see a pattern emerging here?) This book is for everyone.

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Mar 08, 2017 Jenny Chen rated it liked it · review of another edition

After reading his first book, the Belief of Biology, I was hoping this book will show me more how he utilized the knowledge he described in the first book to better his life experiences. I am finding some repeated topics and short chapter on using our conscious willpower to practice to change our subconscious habits to better our lives. It was a little bit less info than what I have expected.

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Mar 19, 2017 Nikki rated it did not like it · review of another edition

DUMB. Save your time and don't read this book it's like "The Secret". If you enjoyed that non sense then maybe you will love this. However, I agree with thre other reviewer the jist of this book could of been written on a phamlet.

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May 31, 2013 Palm Bear rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Awesome and eyeopening scientificly based view on knowing yourself and thus your spouse

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Jan 22, 2015 Sharon rated it liked it · review of another edition

Good refresher, but I would recommend 'Biology of Belief' if you are interested in learning about his work.

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Nov 01, 2019 NINA rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

BRILLIANT

I had a curiosity about this book. I bought it and I surprisely enjoyed reading it. Even if someone may not care for or understand quantum physics, you can still understand the concept of this book. I found that there is an amazing connection with everything that happen in our lives and there are no coincidence or mistakes. We are in control of our happiness, ultimately.

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Oct 06, 2017 Mary rated it it was ok · review of another edition

I appreciate his enthusiasm, but I found my mind wandering. If he wants “average” people to change how they approach relationships he might want to tone down 75% chemistry only information of the book. He also didn’t stay on topic and seemed to use the book as a platform for his opinions. Although I agree with his opinions on how destructive humans are with nature it really (although he tried) didn’t seem to fit with the topic of the book.

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Nov 16, 2019 Vex rated it did not like it · review of another edition

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Eh, standard Secret-type hogwash. But I am at a point in my life where I need something different, so I tried this. Perhaps it was worth reading if nothing else, then for half a page where the author describes how to train your mind to change your "default" thoughts - just keep choosing a different response, and it will become second nature through repetition.

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Jul 27, 2019 Ange rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Science and spirituality meld together as Dr. Bruce Lipton explains “The Honeymoon Effect” on human relationships. Short and sweet, the best nuggets for me were in Chapter 5, which goes into detail on the comparisons between excited noble gases and independent people ready for committed relationships.

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Jun 23, 2019 Claudia rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Really good book. Really good information on changing beliefs and the mental images in our head. Explains how to create true happiness in relationships from a scientific level but also metaphysical level.

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Oct 14, 2017 Ben Azadi rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Dr. Bruce Lipton and his wife dig deep into why we do the things that we do.

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Jul 28, 2017 Fateme H.A rated it it was ok · review of another edition

Too much positive bullshit

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Oct 29, 2017 Elena Konstantinou rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Love it!

Accessible and inspiring reading. Great if you’re single or in relationship. Some extra tools may be necessary to implement the ideas–the author makes some recommendations.

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May 11, 2019 Broccoli rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Short, very short, but pretty good. Didn't give it 5 stars because some stuff he already said in his previous books and because it's short. Overall it's good and worth reading.

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Apr 21, 2019 Arhip George rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I have only one word for this book: amazing! It’s a must read for your life!

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Jun 19, 2017 Jo Carol rated it liked it · review of another edition

Loved his writing style, but expected more on how to achieve this effect. I think it's a lot harder than he says it is to maintain that effect in a relationship.

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Bruce H. Lipton, PhD is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit. He has been a guest speaker on hundreds of TV and radio shows, as well as keynote presenter for national and international conferences.

Dr. Lipton began his scientific career as a cell biologist. He received his Ph.D. Degree from the University of Virginia at Charlottesville before joining the Department of ...more