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Alchemy of the Heart

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I loved this book and I have read, quite literally, hundreds of book focusing on the philosophy of the self, Buddhism, Taoism, and Advaita. This one, finally, lays to rest the myth of enlightenment and brings the restless soul to peace. Life is not a matter of searching for an ever-ellusive happiness. Rather, as Brown says, it is about ending this search through integration - that true peace is a consequence of living the life of our unchanging self, what he calls the vibrational self. This is a MUST read for anyone "entranced" with such a search.
Alas, I do have just one complaint....sometimes the writing becomes a little dense and convoluted and its potential for clarity suffers as a result. The positive side of this problem is that it forces the reader to concentrate that much harder to find the gems of insight embedded deeply within the test.
Very, very strongly recommended. Liberation from the Lie: Cutting the Roots of Fear Once and for All

I am like many of you that will be attracted to books such as these, a searcher for that unknown answer to that unknown question. I was moved 2 months ago to pick up Michael Brown's "Presence Process", and I did so without even reading a single word of the book. I took it home and fell in love with it, seeing myself on each page, knowing that my life would be forever changed from that moment forward. Of course, it would stand to reason that I would search out any and all material by Mr. Brown to ensure that I left no stone unturned regarding the deep and insightful teachings he was imparting, and subsequently I came upon "Alchemy of the Heart".

"Alchemy of the Heart" is a wonderful books as a stand alone, however, it does not offer much to someone who has read his previous material. I believe this book should be read FIRST, as it would assist the reader in his/her transition into the experience that Mr. Brown is so poignantly atttempting to engage us in. This book gives the reader insight into the terminology and verbal twists Mr. Brown enjoys utilizing to illustrate his points. I could go on forever, however, I am not the author, and you really need to read what this man has to say on your own. If you are struggling with which of his books to buy, I would say purchase this one first, then IMMEDIATELY purchase the "Presence Process", and get to work on it. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. You are being afforded the opportunity to meet/remeber your authentic self, and for most of us it will be the first time you have ever done it. I hope this review helps:) Mike

As a stand alone or a companion to Michael Brown's "The Presence Process," this book is a jewel box of precious gems. "The Presence Process" is as important a discovery as Genpo Roshi's Big Mind, and if Ken Wilber is the Einstein of consciousness, Michael Brown is the Einstein of emotional body awareness. "Alchemy of the Heart" provides substantial inner nutrition for anyone undertaking the destinationless journey of Self discovery.

A great book to read as a intro before going to The Presence Process. After just being at a weekend workshop with Michael, there is no doubt of his intent, wisdom and heart. Being in the 7th session of the process, I am blown away at how I am feeling, what occurrences continue to deepen and expand my awareness. Most incredibly I am coming to a place of self love and acceptance that I have only heard others speak of and believe you me, I have studied and read much, seen countless spiritual/new age teacher/gurus and practiced many modalities of self healing....but this (and this is a very big BUT)....this is the "how to of all how to's" and I am ever so grateful for all the work Michael has done to bring it together in the way that he did. I am truly beginning to feel the liberation of all my past negative conditioning. Yeah!! So give it a go, use this wonderful tool to self facilitating your way back home...to YOU!!

Be prepared for subtle and not so subtle changes in your perceptions if you decide to read this book. You won't have to think about it; just reading this book seems to be enough to stir your mind's veil aside and glimpse reality. Once you get a glimpse, everything is changed.

Like "The Presence Process" this is an incredible book. Actually with M.Brown's work my search for existential sense is over.
Just listen to his (totally free!) audios at http://www.thepresenceportal.com/

In some ways this book repeats the main ideas of The Presence Process, Brown's previous book, but they are messages well worth repeating. It is highly effect-you-all (an ironic use of Brown's ironic use of the term) to revisit this material again and again. It's about entering a very intimate relationship with your inner reality. To paraphrase something I remember from this book, "It's not as important to feel better as it is that we get better at feeling."

If you enjoy works by Eckhardt Tolle and Richard Moss, I think you will benefit from this book as well.

This is truly one of the most outstanding books EVER!!!! I purchased it after reading other reviews of this book on the amazon website. The author reaches to the "heart" of life. This is a "go back to book" to review and bring forth again the principles of truth. Will now move into the author's other book - The Presence Process.

To all who have taken the time to review ALCHEMY OF THE HEART: I appreciate the feedback, and I know many have come to this work and benefited from it through these shared insights. Kindest regards to you all, Michael. I give five stars for your contribution!!!

Excellent follow-up to an original work. 6 stars is still not enough, and words do not work here, feelings do, and we feel with our Heart, so get to the heart of the matter and start living your life again, not that of or for someone else!