It's the Thought That Counts: Why Mind Over Matter Really Works [Paperback]

David R. Hamilton Ph.D. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2009

When pharmaceutical scientist David R. Hamilton, Ph.D., observed the results of tests on new drugs, he noticed that patients receiving control placebo pills reported the same level of improvement as those receiving the actual drug. Seeing this result repeat itself time and time again, he became fascinated by the mind-body connection and started to research the work of scientists, mystics, and healers working in this field.

The result is this groundbreaking book, in which Hamilton explains how the mind and emotions can influence the well-being of your body and even the structure of your DNA.

You’ll learn about: the physical impact of meditation, why sending healing thoughts to a person in need is so beneficial, the power of love and its impact on body cells, and all the many ways in which your thoughts affect you.

Editorial Reviews

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"'A thought provoking book with a very important message for our time' Thom Hartmann, Author of 'The Prophet's Way'." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

David R. Hamilton earned a Ph.D. in organic chemistry and subsequently worked as a scientist in the pharmaceutical industry. His research into the mind-body connection ultimately led him to leave that profession and become a motivational speaker. He went on to co-found an international relief charity, and he appears regularly in the media.      

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Hay House (February 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401921477
• ISBN-13: 978-1401921477
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #222,285 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book--lots of food for thought, November 25, 2009

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mizlorinj "mizlorinj" (NJ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: It's the Thought That Counts: Why Mind Over Matter Really Works (Paperback)

I really enjoyed this book. I saw Dr. Hamilton recently at a Louise Hay conference and found his talk to be fantastic, which led me to this book. Fascinating scientific studies; his personal experience with the power of the placebo, thus, the power of our beliefs on our health. He talks about beliefs such as thinking something "runs in the family" and how that belief can be what causes the expected condition--and the very small role genetics actually play. In many ways we fulfill our own expectations. I really appreciated his recommendations to help and heal ourselves--paying attention to how we treat ourselves and others too (including how we treat nature). We can influence others and the world singly (as in uplifting a room full of people) and collectively we could really make changes! I thought this book was great and plan to re-read sections occasionally as a refresher. Dr. Hamilton has given me some ideas for very simple but beneficial changes I've begun to incorporate. The back cover of the book is a good description too.

You can see parts of his lectures on youtube and his website [...]

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, September 24, 2009

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Roger "shrubber" (Southofsanity,U.S.A.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: It's the Thought That Counts: Why Mind Over Matter Really Works (Paperback)

A very no-nonsense, straight-forward approach to the role of thoughts in the creation of our everyday lives. Nothing groundbreaking, but this will serve as a useful guide.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great messages, August 6, 2010

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Patricia A. Seiler - See all my reviews
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This review is from: It's the thought that counts (Kindle Edition)

I loved David Hamilton's book because, although I have enthusiastically embraced his message for years I have several doubting friends who struggle to understand --but who do want to --or want to understand why I am so positive and alive --I have purchased several to give to them and all came back to say that they were going to live with a greater awareness of their thoughts. This book had a very special impact on them. Thanks to David for a great book!! Pat S. in Montana