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Infinite Self: 33 Steps to Reclaiming Your Inner Power

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This was the last Wilde book I read. Before reading this book,and Whispering Winds of Change, I was on a quest. For several years I read a variety of books ranging from hard physics to very soft, barely digestable, new age fluff. I read on all of the world's most prevalent religions and philosophies and a number of works, both ancient and new, that were born of those beliefs. When I read Infinite Self, I found those bits of truth that have been scattered throughout the great writtings of the world. Stuart Wilde's works have resonated with me like very few others,especially Infinite Self. The Bhagavad-Gita has greater understanding to me now. The Tao Te Ching rings much clearer. The Bible has even become more palatable. Mr. Wilde, I mean no disrespect, but I hope you never write again, you have said what needed to be said. Thank you for not allowing your ego to control your work, like Walsch, Gawain, Redfield and so many others who were once on the path. I look now for the courage to read it again.

I am a sincere, believing Roman Catholic, but a very frustrated one. A deep, important, and powerful mystery, namely the person and message of Jesus Christ, lies at the heart not just of my religious experience, but at the heart of the religious experience of Christians with many names (Lutheran, Baptist, Presbyterian, etc.) The core mystery itself seems to me quite unrestricted and open for the growth, fulfillment, and even enjoyment of all. Still, too often our practice becomes mechanical (tick tock) and we may find that our experiential entry into the true mystery is at best not helped and perhaps, at worst, a bit hindered by the religious organization or ceremonial forms of our churches. That is a great shame.

If nothing whatever that Stewart Wilde wrote had any meaning or validity at all, his book would still be a great delight to read. It has a wonderful, light, conversational form that is as engaging as a conversation with a lively friend. So, the act of reading it is very pleasant. Much more importantly, the content of the book is extremely well balanced, much better than any other "religion and spirituality" book that I have ever read. On the one hand, it makes no promise at all of any quick fixes or "magic bullets". On the other hand, it avoids the sort of purely poetic expressions that seem to please many readers even though they offer no clear, concrete path to a better life or a better religious experience. It replaces that with extremely practical suggestions that can be implemented directly.

I have the very highest reverence for scripture. I study it as best I can and with some seriousness of purpose. I regard it as the inspired Word of God. Still, mostly I fall very short of an actual understanding of it. If I were to be stranded on a desert island and allowed only one "religion and spirituality" book, I would recognize the overwhelming inspiration and perfection of the Bible, but I'd take this book with me instead, simply because I can understand it and hope to grind out some real progress by its use.

Stewart Wilde, if you're out there somewhere, I say Boogaloo, I thank you.

Only recently, in one of those weird, synchronistic events, I discovered Stuart Wilde. An avid reader with an interest in consciousness and philosophy, I was initially impressed with his ability to express profound and often complex ideas with great clarity and humour. This book turned out to be a revelation for me, with its vital insights and intuitively I knew that it was a call to change direction and begin seeking empowerement in my own life. Second and third readings have only confirmed how important this book is for anyone who is willing to embrace some discipline in a geniune attempt to completely change your whole existence.

Stuart Wilde masterfully takes you on a journey into your infinite self. His use of reflective observing words enable the reader to place him/herself inside each example or story written. We are the master of our own destiny more than we can know, and Stuart Wilde reminds us just how deep our insight and capacity to create our own world really is. Thanks, Stuart Wilde, for writing a book filled with so much truth. -- Samuel Oliver, author of, WHAT THE DYING TEACH US: LESSONS ON LIVING.

Stuart Wilde as a wonderfully british way of demonstrating the path to your higher self. For example, in his examples on the discipline of not reacting, Stuart tells us, "If you're surrounded by a bunch of gloomey people, called 'relatives' or 'coworkers', then get up every morning and celebrate! Say, 'Thank you God! Here I am surrounded by fifty-five assholes and I'm learning not to react, and I don't have to pay for it! So, thank you, Great Spirit, thank you'." Wilde is a natural entertainer which is why his 33 Steps To Higher Awareness can put smack-dab in the middle of the path to becoming a better person, or "infinite", without even knowing you're on it. If only my college professors were like Stu

Mr. Wilde has certainly brought me to a level of understanding of what was previously an esoteric subject. His sharp wit and incisive disection of the principles of Taoism are not to be missed! He leads you through his thirty three steps with compassion, humility and common sense. His ability to make these beautiful tenets of eastern philosophy palatable to the western mind has opened spiritual doors for me. Unlike many other similar books I've purchased, this one has not yet seen a bookshelf! In fact, my constant companion, it is now my guidebook for life! Congratulations, Mr. Wilde on a stunning work.

This book is entertaining as well as thought provoking. It discusses our ability to transform our lives by detaching from our insane egoistic demands. It brings us back to reality which is the unitary consciousness. Wilde writes in a stimulating, humorous, and simple manner which helps in the readers ability to apply the principles discussed in the book. This is one of the 12 books I suggest in my own book due to the inspiration it has provided in my life. Highly recommended if you choose to transcend the ego and enjoy true and lasting peace and tranquility in your life.

Stuart Wilde is an interesting bloke. He has a knack of conveying timeless wisdom and deep spiritual truths in a very casual, conversational manner. He also describes new slants on traditional wisdom in a refreshing way. The meat of Wilde's teachings will provide great fodder for the soul for those who are ready.

Personally, I'm not convinced that Wilde has reached this particular level of spiritual advancement via a natural process of growth, i.e. via many lifetimes on earth. He seems too much of a scally, and I suspect that his psychic faculties have opened somewhat prematurely in this lifetime. Some of his suggestions and ideas are simply not wise. For example, Wilde suggests that if we work in an office then it's a good idea to turn up to the office every now and again dressed as a chicken. He claims that this would affirm the point that `I am a free spiritual being with no restrictions; I am who I am' etc.

Even though I disagree with Wilde's view that dressing as a chicken to work is a good thing, (the inner experience is what really counts, and we can achieve this regardless of what we wear, and without trying to prove a point externally), this wayward aspect of Wilde's attitude is what makes him so unique and intriguing. In this book, such views are outweighed by profound wisdom and deep spiritual truth, and overall it's a read for anyone significantly advanced along the path.

From an "in love" woman's point of view, Stuart Wilde gives the reader the ability to find an amazing amount of courage and quiet innerstrength to deal with the emotional ups and downs of new relationships. As we all know, men and women function extremely differently on emotional levels, and I for one would have reacted wildly during the difficult times had I not read Stu's book. Instead, for the first time in my life I have discovered that silent observation can be an immensely powerful tool enabling sensible discussion to follow after the heat of the moment! The strangest thing is that I read it through quickly once (with lots of chuckles by the way), and without even a thought back to the book, I am aware of having become a much stronger woman.

I wish I had this book many years ago, however I think you'll only understand the message if you are "ready" otherwise you'll put it down and go back to leaving your life with your ego and not your spirit. If you "graduate" this book, move to The Power of Now by E Tolle. I hope these books will have the same effect on you.