phore Posted January 16, 2011 Has anyone read This book by wayne dyer. Change your Thoughts, Change your life on amazon  Ive always liked Dyers approach to spirituality. This is an audiobook that is on my list at the moment. Ive listened to it before, but reliving the tao te ching never hurt anyone.  His approach to taoist meditation consists of using the word tao as a mantra. Im not quite sure what to think about this.  Thomas Cleary is my definitive translation, but I like diversity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TaoBee Posted January 16, 2011 Has anyone read This book by wayne dyer. Change your Thoughts, Change your life on amazon  Ive always liked Dyers approach to spirituality. This is an audiobook that is on my list at the moment. Ive listened to it before, but reliving the tao te ching never hurt anyone.  His approach to taoist meditation consists of using the word tao as a mantra. Im not quite sure what to think about this.  Thomas Cleary is my definitive translation, but I like diversity.  Good Morning!  For me, this book was very important. I am not sure why this particular one struck me on delving further into the TTC but it did. I am not personally a huge fan of Dr. Dyers other motivational type stuff, but this one is important. I enjoyed reading the TTC along with Dyer's essay that goes along with the chapters. It helped me to one really become interested, two start to learn about the TTC. It also opened up pathways within me to change and grow.  I like the John C.H. Wu translation I carry a copy with me-my darling husband gave me a copy recently.  Peace and Love! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phore Posted January 16, 2011 I think that his approach to taoism exemplified through his essays after the chapters is great. Â I have used his mantra meditations before but i havent felt the need to use the tao mantra yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Everything Posted January 16, 2011 (edited) I think that his approach to taoism exemplified through his essays after the chapters is great.  I have used his mantra meditations before but i havent felt the need to use the tao mantra yet.  I have studied the book, found that it was extremely inspirational and artistic. There are certain teachings in the book that might change your life if you truely can believe in it and allow yourself to trust the teachings. It does not hold life changing knowledge that can't be found elsewhere, though. It is more purposed for your soul, rather then the mind. It goes to the essence of your heart and changes the thoughts from there out.  I enjoyed it allot, but haven't touched it in a long time as its sparks has evaporated now.  If you want to experience the sparks in a quicker and more enjoyable way, watch the movie "the shift" on youtube.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HInwRDBcI7w&feature=&p=BC5FA3977183D880&index=0&playnext=1'>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HInwRDBcI7w&feature=&p=BC5FA3977183D880&index=0&playnext=1 or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HInwRDBcI7w  There is something about his knowledge that is useless to be reading. Its better to see and hear him say it, try to look inside his soul if you know what I mean. He is trying to explain something that is beyond words. Also the music will allow you to experience his teachings more deeply. In the end, your heart will forget the meaning of it, unless you stick with it. Edited January 16, 2011 by Everything Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TaoBee Posted January 16, 2011 I have studied the book, found that it was extremely inspirational and artistic. There are certain teachings in the book that might change your life if you truely can believe in it and allow yourself to trust the teachings. It does not hold life changing knowledge that can't be found elsewhere, though. It is more purposed for your soul, rather then the mind. It goes to the essence of your heart and changes the thoughts from there out.  I enjoyed it allot, but haven't touched it in a long time as its sparks has evaporated now.  If you want to experience the sparks in a quicker and more enjoyable way, watch the movie "the shift" on youtube.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HInwRDBcI7w&feature=&p=BC5FA3977183D880&index=0&playnext=1'>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HInwRDBcI7w&feature=&p=BC5FA3977183D880&index=0&playnext=1 or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HInwRDBcI7w  There is something about his knowledge that is useless to be reading. Its better to see and hear him say it, try to look inside his soul if you know what I mean. He is trying to explain something that is beyond words. Also the music will allow you to experience his teachings more deeply. In the end, your heart will forget the meaning of it, unless you stick with it.   Thank you for sharing...Awesome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cat Pillar Posted January 22, 2011 Yes, thank you for sharing! It's certainly had an impact on me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anatman Posted January 22, 2011 i have heard dr dyers book,and have a 2 set cd that includes his "tao"mantra,and a very nice music cd.i also used to watch him on pbs,and enjoyed his style of teaching. Â as far as ttc,i have a copy of the"tao dude chang"on my computer,and am going to buy a copy.yes it is a different translation than most are used to.it is not however a joke. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites