Just Say Om!: Your Life's Journey [Paperback]

Soren Gordhamer (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 266 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media Corporation (September 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580625495
• ISBN-13: 978-1580625494
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 5.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #858,859 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great book for the spiritually-minded teen, September 19, 2005

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I actually bought this book because I have been considering offering a yoga class for teens. Although this is not a yoga book, per se, it does cover yoga practices like meditation, mindfulness and compassion. The language and tone of the book is quite appropriate for kids 13-18. The goal of this work, I think, is to get teens to think of their lives as a whole; to begin to think outside the pressures of being adolescent and see their lives as a journey to which they have a great amount of control. This book encourages pro-activity, active listening, honesty and finding balance in their lives.

If you are looking for a book about yoga postures, this is NOT the one. Instead, this is a book that helps teens look at their lives - asking them where they ar NOW and where they want to end up. I especially like the emphasis on compassion. There is a great section on "Raising Parents" that is worth noting. It encourages open communication and seeing things from another point of view.

There is some emphasis on spirituality - NOT RELIGION - but spirituality. It helps teens see and connect with their spiritial selves without offending religious beliefs. I like this book - I'm saving it for my kids.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Really cool read for teens, November 21, 2001

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This review is from: Just Say Om!: Your Life's Journey (Paperback)

This is an awesome book for teens on meditation. Soren Gordhamer has a great message. Unlike other writers, he really understands what it's like to be a teen right now--he has great advice for how to get in touch with the inner part of you and find some peace and acceptance. He seems really cool too--he's an author I'd like to meet!

8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just Say OM is perfect for teens!, May 2, 2002

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This review is from: Just Say Om!: Your Life's Journey (Paperback)

I use this book to teach yoga to teenagers. I love it, the meditations are accessible, the writing is really teen friendly and it just hits the spot! I highly recommend this book for any teen interested in yoga, it's very clear and easy to understand, a must for anyone beginning their yogic path!