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Sara, Book 1: Sara Learns the Secret about the Law of Attraction

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"Wow! Sara pondered. That's amazing. I can actually see that the way I feel has only to do with what I'm giving my attention to. The conditions didn't change, but my attention did!" - From the book

In essence, the whole craze about the Law of Attraction or "the secret" started with a group of evolved entities known as Abraham. Channeled by Esther Hicks, these astute teachers, along with Esther and her husband Jerry, have imparted hundreds of messages to humanity via live workshops, audio, books and inspirational decks.

Each of these media has their own strengths, but perhaps the most engaging and accessible source for the crux of the Law of Attraction is the fictional Sara Series. In Sara, Book 1: Sara Learns the Law of Attraction, a wise owl named Solomon appears to a girl named Sara, becoming her confidante and mentor.

In Sara, Book 1, young Sara faces many challenges at home, school and within her community--experiencing boredom, frustration, confusion and anger. One day, her brother and his friend tell Sara about an owl they encountered on Thacker's Trail who they name Solomon.

Sara decides to look for Solomon among the snow-covered pastures--but finds that the once familiar trails and landmarks look quite different covered in snow. When she tries to cross a frozen river, the ice crackles under her weight. She hears a voice saying, "Have you forgotten that you cannot drown?"--and so begins Sara's journey with the large bird.

Solomon counsels Sara that there is a stream of well-being available to everyone--but the trick to receiving its benefits is allowing her "valve" to stay open. Sara: Book 1 answers important questions often asked by those curious about the Law of Attraction, as well as those frustrated and disappointed about the results of trying to apply this metaphysical principle.

For example, why does focusing on someone's "unhappiness" or "hardships" close the valve? How does one respond in the face of challenges or unmet expectations? Most importantly, how does one disconnect from the "chain of pain" and instead hook up to the stream of well-being?

On a personal note, I found this book to be incredibly insightful and timely. I happened to be reading it in my backyard, which is unremarkable in itself--except that my husband and I have been dealing with some peripheral difficulties involving new neighbors.

I began to read Chapter 20, which was incredibly appropriate. In this chapter, Sara sees old Aunt Zoie. She wants to help her--shower her with the stream of joy. But for some reason, it wasn't working for Sara, despite her best efforts.

Solomon explains to Sara that she cannot enter that "feeling place" while still in the "chain of pain". That is, Sara could not offer Aunt Zoie good feelings when Sara was feeling sorry for her Aunt--pitying her because she is "old", "crippled" and "alone". Solomon teaches Sara that everyone in the world wants different things--and we cannot truly know if someone is happy, or what is best for them.

But what we can do, he encourages, is stay hooked up to the faucet of well-being--which not only draws "birds of a feather" to us, but also widens our access to the constant flow that is always there...enabling to give more to others and ourselves.

I decided to look for things to appreciate--including my surroundings and my neighbors (who, in my mind, weren't half as bad as the previous ones!). The more I did this silently as I read, the better I felt. Eventually, one of the neighbors ventured into his back yard and I looked up, feeling such warmth and joy. I gave him a big smile and a cheerful wave and, although he ignored me as usual, I was still able to see him--and my living situation--with gratitude.

Things got better and better for us that day...and I am so very grateful for the transformative reminders found in this delightful book. I especially love how Solomon often concludes his visit with Sara with "have fun with this". It doesn't have to be arduous!

Sara, Book 1, Solomon demonstrates higher perspectives on various situations--and how what we behold and appreciate can not only transform how we feel, but also reality itself.

If you're looking to learn more about the Law of Attraction (especially from a down-to-Earth, nuts-and-bolts perspective), this is a fantastic book. If you already know some (or all) of the principles...but seem to have a hard time "getting" some of the nuances, especially in terms of observing and unhooking from the "chain of pain", then you'll find important reminders and immediately-useful approaches to joining the ever-flowing stream of well-being.

This is a wonderful book about the Laws of Attraction & Manifestation, but put into the context for younger people. What a great way to grow up.. with learning these things early on! It can only benefit your child. I read it and loved it and I plan on sharing it with my stepdaughter as she has already asked about it and wanted me to read it to her.....

This is a great book. As a parent, it's sometimes hard to pass down teachings to our children in a way that they understand them. The Law of Attraction has had a very profound influence on my life and till now, I had not figured out a simple effective way to pass this information down to my daughter. This book does this so well. We're reading the book together and she enjoys it very much. It's filled with humor and fine storytelling that any child would love. The best part is that they're being introduced to a wonderful life enhancing tool; The Law of Attraction! Thank you, thank you and thank you some more....keep these kinds of books coming.

Give this book to yourself as well. Give it to your adult friends. This book is written well enough that children will love the book and understand the law of attraction. The message is also simple enough to get through some of the barriers that we adults tend to throw up against change. It is beautifully written and illustrated, and able to convey this very important information in an easy to understand and accept format.

Thank you Esther and Jerry Hicks- AND...Abraham of course!!! This book is so well written and teaches the law of attraction so clearly that my 9 year old can understand. Any child that reads the 'Sara' books, and impliments what they've learned...will learn to be more joyeous and loving children. My daughter has already made huge changes in maintaining a happy feeling all day-no matter what she sees or hears from others around her. She has also learned that 'she' is the only one responsible for her own happiness. She knows now that 'she' has the choice to let what others are doing affect her happiness and well-being, or not. She is making a clear choice to give attention to what she wants and what makes her happy! I am truly grateful for the Sara Books, and I am eagerly anticipating that they keep on coming! I will purchase each and every new release as they are available!!

Esther and Jerry Hicks, and the Abraham counsel, I salute you all.

I was worried this might turn into a thinly-veiled attempt to basically brainwash kids through a story, perhaps poorly written. I am pleased to inform you that it is nothing of the sort.

While it certainly does have an agenda, it never comes across as propaganda by any means. It also happens to be exceedingly well-written. I was brought back to simpler times (which is good and which is where we all belong) and to a sense of wonder that I often sadly lack in my "adulthood". The images painted in these pages are good ones, well-conceived, and powerful, reminding me even of C.S. Lewis, or Lewis Carole for that matter, and that is no doubt the highest praise (depending upon whom you ask and how they feel about either Lewis!).

I myself learned from this little book to the point where I immediately purchased the second and made plans to re-read this one. There is no greater gift than to teach these attitudes to children. I can't even imagine growing up with such thoughts. It would be incredible, the antidote to the poison we drink with such eagerness.

If you're buying this for a kid, check it out with their parents first. Have their parents read it. I can all but guarantee they'll enjoy it, and they'll be exposed (pretty seamlessly) to some astonishing ideas and concepts, where as if it was given to a child without parental consent, they might be suspicious (and would have every right to be). I can't imagine them denying it to their child, though, after experiencing it for themselves. And if you are the parent, read it yourself first and make the decision on your own, regardless of what we say.

Also, I should note this is a book written so most all ages could enjoy it; it is not, per se, a "children's" book. The second book in the (as of now) trilogy is honestly even better. Esther turns out to be quite a storyteller! She could easily make a living with storytelling as her primary occupation. She is much more than just a "tool" for Abraham. Well done, my dear friend. We hear so much from Abraham (and gratefully so) that we neglect to realize what an amazing, talented and incredibly beautiful person Esther herself is (and let's not leave Jerry out, so content most of the time to ride gleefully in the backseat, Abraham driving, Esther taking shotgun).

This is a fictional book, but Solomon's lessons are not fictional at all, and that gives me a greater joy than I could ever convey with words, and it truly takes me back to a time, before I had been inundated with society's norms, when that kind of joy and wonder came to me excessively easily. Just writing this review and reflecting upon my thoughts, I am brought nearly to tears.

Don't lose that joy, and don't let anyone take it from your kids. And for God's sake, don't take it from your kids yourself, something adults continuously do unconsciously and with the utmost well-meaning (I know I do this myself, but we can learn to stop as soon as we realize that "All is truly well").

Please give this book a chance. It is, as of yet, something of a secret. Humanity deserves for this secret to be spread.

And speaking of "The Secret," there is a reason that became "pop" and this did not, the reason being this is the real stuff. This is the real secret, and it is a secret to be shouted from the rooftop.

Esther, thank you so much, from all of us.

This book really breaks down the Law of Attraction into simplistic language that anyone can understand. It really helps to explain things greatly. I loved it so much I bought the book for others to read. Fantastic read. Just order the book.

I like to listen to cds as I drive back and forth to work. I don't have children, but I was intriqued by these stories. I really loved book 1 and I just finished book 2. I don't mind sharing that I cried with joy at the end of book 2. So, as I can only speak from my experience, I am very happy that I gave these stories a chance.

I ordered these sets (Book of Sara 1,2,3) for my daughter who is 4. However we both ended up listening to it in the car while driving...she loved it and so did I! I love the work of Abraham and thank you Esther for making this possible!!!
I ABSOLUTELY recommend these CD's to everyone, not just children...the stories are wonderful and makes you think about life and how you live it!
Can I rate it 10 stars? **********

This book combines the elements of a great story, a heartwarming message and a great spiritual lesson. Your child will benefit greatly by reading this book, and hopefully live a better quality of life in a shorter period of time.