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Be More
18 practical steps for more peace, success, and happiness in YOUR life...beginning today!Threads of Wisdom on the Path of Becoming What does it mean to you to be more? More happiness, more peace, more confidence, or more desires fulfilled? Or is something that grand too big to comprehend? Do you just want to get through the day without feeling exhausted? This book is for both the spiritual seeker of more and the person caught in day-to-day life. It looks at big questions like, "What is the purpose of life?" and bigger questions like, "How can I finally stop judging myself?" or "How can I be happy?" With a mix of unusual and often unexpected experiences, stories from ancient cultures, and Vedic wisdom, the book is your helping hand and guide to both the big and mundane questions of life. Based on over 25 years of experience learning from Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the founder of Transcendental Meditation, you'll find practical tips, exercises, and simple steps to find your inner happiness, peace, success, and to be more.
362 pages, Paperback
Published September 27, 2023
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May 12, 2023
This wonderful book is perfect for lifting your soul! It is so full of information covering such a large realm that it can be useful for anyone and everyone! I loved the stories and the examples given under each thread. In addition to offering pieces of wisdom, the author has described everything really well while providing examples and stories to help with comprehension. The best part is at the end of each thread the author has provided action steps to take in using the given information in your real life. It is relatable and seems broad enough to be suitable for anyone.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 27, 2023
This book is "be more: threads of wisdom on the path of becoming". It is an inspiring and uplifting read about how you can become more of what you think you know or see around you. The entire book is lovely though chapter 5 "thread 5: woman is divine" was wonderful. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 25, 2023
Always make sure you know what you are getting into!
I just skimmed, but for me it's 1* and I think it's only fair to rate it in order to balance out the 5* reviews.
The title/subtitle is so appealing, inviting... Who wouldn't want more happiness/to be more?! Although the description does mention it, I didn't realize just how much of the book (aka all) would be based on the teachings of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. I came waaaay too close to being a child who grew up in a cult and have enough experience with them to not want to get anywhere near their rhetoric. So it's a hard nope for me!
That being said, Dr. Plaut writes quite well, so if you were looking for a modern, feminist-ish update/perspective on these teachings, you'd probably enjoy it!
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for access to the digital ARC in exchange for an honest review!
I just skimmed, but for me it's 1* and I think it's only fair to rate it in order to balance out the 5* reviews.
The title/subtitle is so appealing, inviting... Who wouldn't want more happiness/to be more?! Although the description does mention it, I didn't realize just how much of the book (aka all) would be based on the teachings of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. I came waaaay too close to being a child who grew up in a cult and have enough experience with them to not want to get anywhere near their rhetoric. So it's a hard nope for me!
That being said, Dr. Plaut writes quite well, so if you were looking for a modern, feminist-ish update/perspective on these teachings, you'd probably enjoy it!
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for access to the digital ARC in exchange for an honest review!
July 1, 2023
Just…WOW!
If you regularly read self-help or spiritual books, you have to pick up this book! I read a lot of nonfiction, and I tend to be very judgmental about books. This one blew me away! I absolutely adore nonfiction stemming from the author's personal experience and expertise, and I prefer a casual, conversational tone that feels as though the author is someone who is a dear friend who happens to be more knowledgeable than you about a particular subject and shares that expertise in a friendly, engaging, and compassionate way…and they really want you to “get it.” This book is all that and more. You definitely get a sense of not only the author's voice but also her experiences in her very non-traditional upbringing and how that has affected her life since. The book lends her personal experiences with her Vedic studies and deep knowledge of Transcendental Meditation gained through growing up in that leader's community and having personal interactions with him. For all this deep background, though, the book and its ideas are completely accessible and can be applied to your life immediately, with as much simplicity or complexity as required by your nature and circumstances. The book got me thinking, and I will be revisiting it, as I know it has much more to offer than can be gleaned in one reading. The book is divided into 18 chapters that the author calls threads of wisdom. Several of these have to do with aspects of love. Sometimes just the name of the thread itself gets you thinking! Like Thread 4: Never Judge—Everything Can Be Right or Wrong; Thread 12: Start Where You Are, But See the Goal; Thread 15: Failing Leads to Greater Strength; and Thread 16: Life is in Moments—Not in Days. Even if you are already familiar with these concepts, this author's approach to them is uniquely hers and valuable. I like how each section ends with action steps you can do to integrate its thread into your life, making it richer and more meaningful. Powerful stuff and head-and-shoulders above most self-help and spiritual books out there. Highly, HIGHLY recommended!
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
If you regularly read self-help or spiritual books, you have to pick up this book! I read a lot of nonfiction, and I tend to be very judgmental about books. This one blew me away! I absolutely adore nonfiction stemming from the author's personal experience and expertise, and I prefer a casual, conversational tone that feels as though the author is someone who is a dear friend who happens to be more knowledgeable than you about a particular subject and shares that expertise in a friendly, engaging, and compassionate way…and they really want you to “get it.” This book is all that and more. You definitely get a sense of not only the author's voice but also her experiences in her very non-traditional upbringing and how that has affected her life since. The book lends her personal experiences with her Vedic studies and deep knowledge of Transcendental Meditation gained through growing up in that leader's community and having personal interactions with him. For all this deep background, though, the book and its ideas are completely accessible and can be applied to your life immediately, with as much simplicity or complexity as required by your nature and circumstances. The book got me thinking, and I will be revisiting it, as I know it has much more to offer than can be gleaned in one reading. The book is divided into 18 chapters that the author calls threads of wisdom. Several of these have to do with aspects of love. Sometimes just the name of the thread itself gets you thinking! Like Thread 4: Never Judge—Everything Can Be Right or Wrong; Thread 12: Start Where You Are, But See the Goal; Thread 15: Failing Leads to Greater Strength; and Thread 16: Life is in Moments—Not in Days. Even if you are already familiar with these concepts, this author's approach to them is uniquely hers and valuable. I like how each section ends with action steps you can do to integrate its thread into your life, making it richer and more meaningful. Powerful stuff and head-and-shoulders above most self-help and spiritual books out there. Highly, HIGHLY recommended!
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
October 16, 2023
This book is for seekers. If you are seeking more happiness, more fulfillment, and are on a path toward deeper spirituality in your life, Alison Plaut's 18 threads or practical steps will help you reach your goal. Dr. Plaut uses stories, some personal, to bring to light ancient Vedic wisdom and how it applies to the reader today. Her beautiful writing style makes it easy to understand abstract concepts. Reading this book is like having a conversation with a wise friend.
I highly recommend this book.
I highly recommend this book.
June 19, 2023
This is a wonderful book for people looking to improve their lives, which seems like most of us today. There are eighteen "threads" or lessons to help you connect more fully with yourself and others. Each thread has several stories or parables highlighting the benefits of incorporating the lesson into your life. There are also suggested steps to help you get started.
I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 23, 2023
Wonderful resource to use as you start your journey to better yourself. There are interesting stories and reflections that will help guide you as you work on making a new you and becoming your best self. Good resource.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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