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The Fear Book: Facing Fear Once and for All

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Well I am biased...I love Cheri Huber's books and own a few of them. The message *is* very simple, and I think the huge contrast in the reviews is interesting. This might be one of those books that you read a few times (if you give it a second chance) and think it is too simple, kind of lame. But then one day it just kind of clicks and you see that it is very wise and wodnerful. Maybe it is that her approach to fear simply doesn't work for everyone. It, along with some other things in my life,a ll worked together to help me reduce the amount of fear and anxiety in my life, but it isn't a CURE, and requires a lot of MAINTENANCE.

Cheri Huber's books are like treasures to me. No matter how I feel, I can always pick on up and read starting at any page. Sometimes that is all I have to start finding my center when I am lost in chaos.

Her books are simple. The longest one I think is about 230 pages (There Is Nothing Wrong With You) to some much shorter. Many times Cheri tells us that the practice is very simple, and we can throw away 99% of all books written about it.

However, it isn't easy. Being still isn't easy. Facing yourself, or just watching yourself isn't easy. Think that is foolish? Try it.

Pay attention.

This book is great. I got it in a difficult time when I was having problems, which I didn't relate to fear. With the help of this book I managed to realy solve things beautifuly. The books is very inspiring and also very practical. I also realy enjoyed the style in which it is writen.

The main message of this book is that we should examine the process by which fear works within us. Unfortunately, we are not told how to do this. The author believes it is different for everyone. I might have been able to overlook this, but this was the _only_ practical advice given in the book.

I thought the handwritten format of the book was nice to look at, but it is actually rather deceptive because it camouflages the fact that the book is very short - both in words and advice. It takes about 30 minutes to read the whole thing, and you may well end up feeling like you didn't get anything out of it.

Save your money and check this one out at the library. The brevity and lack of insight don't make it a wise purchase.

It is important to understand that this book is based on Zen Buddhism and not really a beginners book. Zen can appear to make no sense or seem overly simple to someone never exposed to it - I suspect this is what caused some reviewers here to take back there books or claim it to be 'junk'.

This is a wonderful guide, but for the Zen uninitiated not a good first step. Try 'Hard core Zen' (for younger crowd) or the book that got me started 'Nothing Special : Living Zen' and, 'Buddhism Plain and Simple'. Give it six months or so of 'Zen practice' (or meditation) and come back to this book and other Cheri Huber titles.

Hope this helps.

For the past few years I have known I have fears I cannot identify. I also knew they were affecting - directing - my behavior and relationships. But I did not know how to address them. My fear was preventing me from addressing my fear. This book, in an encouraging and uplifting way, lets you know how to identify and address your fears. Essentially, you befriend your fear. I think to completely 'get' the book's instructional message, you already have to be on the path toward what it says. I don't know if someone who denied they had fear would 'get' the book. But if you are truly committed to addressing your fears, you should read this book. It's not a religious book, though it does believe the way to fearlessness is through, what I imagine is, largely a Zen approach to fear. One of my favorite quotes from the book: "The same eyes with which I see God, God sees me." I recommend this book without reservation.

This is an amazing book. It helped me a great deal in understanding what my fears were about and how to deal with them. It is written in a very caring and supportive way. You will love reading this book.

This is a primer on facing fear. It offers extensive, concrete steps that work. Don't let the simplicity fool you - this is one powerful book. Huber's books are valuable tools for those wishing to wake up and lead more liberated, heartfelt lives. All of her books inspire continued study.

Cheri Huber is the best! I own three of her books and this is the best I've read so far. Reading her books has a profound effect upon me. I love her straightforward, uncluttered writing style. I highly recommend her books.

A friend loaned me her copy of this book because my fears were preventing me from exploring new experiences in my life. It helped me so much that I bought a copy to use as a reminder when I needed it. I thought my fear was real. After I read this book, I started to see through my fears which allows me to pursue activities and experiences that I desire. Her teaching is simple and understandable. If fear is stopping you from something you desire, read this book.