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Psychonavigation: Techniques for Travel Beyond Time

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I really enjoyed this book, having read Perkin's other books, Shapeshifting and World As You Dream It. The thing that I especially liked about this one was that he included a shamanic journeying technique at the end of his book. Therefore, not only do you get the great storytelling and inspiration found in the other two books, but you also get a useful tool which you can easily incorporate into your life. Another bonus of this book is that it is not exclusively centered upon the Shuar of South America. Perkins also recounts his journeys and experiences in the Andes and Indonesia. This is the book where you learn in-depth about Perkin's experiences that led him to further develop his interactions with the Shuar -- experiences briefly mentioned in the two books above. Even if you are the kind of person who tends to shy away from personal stories in spirituality books, I still recommend this book. I'm one too, and yet I find Perkin's works valuable.

I have read hundreds of books and many were not worth the time or money, but this book is so bad that I had to write this review to warn others. Don't get me wrong, if you enjoy reading the autobiography of people you don't know, this may be the book for you. If, on the other hand, you're like me and searching for books that will help you along the spiritual path, save your money. I was drawn to this book on Amazon based on several "5 star" reviews claiming the book was of great benefit. Most of the book chronicles the author's life as a Peace Corps volunteer. The only practical part of the book is a short chapter that is supposed to teach the technique of "psychonavigation". The gist of the chapter is "Learn how to meditate". If you already practice meditation, this book is of no help to you. If you want to learn how to meditate, this book is not for you either. There are far better books to check out if you want to start a practice of meditation. BUYER, DEFINITELY BEWARE.

'Psychonavigation' by John Perkins is a thin, but extremely potent book that you will read over and over again. Only 144 pages in length, it's a very quick read, just an hour or two and you're done. However don't confuse brevity in length with lack of depth and content. There is much insight and wisdom within.

Journey with John in his cross cultural travels as he shares tales about the old ways of knowing and how they can be applied in any kind of modern setting, urban or otherwise. His stories and experiences are the real jewel of this book and will leave the reader with an almost transcendental feeling of joy and wonderment about the marvelous and mystical world in which we live!

My Highest Recommendation!!

I enjoyed hearing stories about psychonavigation which sounds a lot like astral traveling, to get information needed for real life situations.
I found his relaxation technique preparing for psychonavigation very relaxing and helpful. As part of the process, he asks you to imagine pleasant and relaxing energies/feelings running through the body.

I agree with Path Walker. If you are truly trying to find mental travel techniques,you
don't want to bother with life stories.Example: If you ask "How can I learn to meditate?".
My answer should not start with,"Well when I was 6 years old blah blah blah....
When you truly seek books to teach ,glance through the book.Seek knowledge,overstand it,then live it.

What a word "psychonavigation" and what a definition! This book is a great handbook and JP is one of the great storytellers of our time. Read this book for the introduction to HOW do I do this. Read it for the stories showing a lineage of thousands of years and the tried and true methods which can be used today - it the corporate world and elsewhere. It really works.

THis book helps you to both understand the seen & unseen worlds. Psychonavigation provides direct simple instructions for accessing the unseen world & using what you find there. It's an easy read with no pretenses.

I wasn't sure exactly what I was getting when I ordered this book, but as a lover of all things Latin American, I decided this book might bridge the gap between my interest in Latin America and in metaphysics. It turned out to be a spectacular read, a memoir of someone experiencing astral projection and dreamwork to receive warnings of the future of our planet if it continues on as it is, abused and raped of its resources. Since its publication I can see many of the warnings beginning to manifest. This books is on my shelf of "keepers."

Truth is absolute. Whether this truth is told from the perspective of a Tibetan Lama, Einstein, Tesla, a Sufi mystic or the Jaguar Shaman of Perkin's story it all leads to the same place. Applying the lessons of this book will get you there. This concise text cuts to the heart of the matter. Perkin's in his glimpses of enlightenment realizes that there is no time to waste; we must act as urgently: as if our hair were on fire. There is no past, no present; only here and now.

Required reading for any responsible and sophisticated citizen is Perkin's Economic Hit-man and the follow up Secret History of America.

When I read this book, I could not put it down. I flew! I read "Shapeshifting" by Perkins also and loved it. I came to "Psychonavigation" expecting to hear more of the same. But was I in for a pleasant surprise! This is a terrific book -- and it complements Shapeshifting. Perkins is a powerful teacher. He has helped me transform my life and learned to fly! What more can I say? Except: Read it!