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Unexpected Miracles: The Gift of Synchronicity and How to Open it

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The best book I've ever come across written on synchronicity. A well of information. After reading this book, I can't help but notice synchronicity in action.

Maybe I've read too many books covering this same territory, but this one doesn't seem to me to have very much new to offer. There's a great deal of wisdom here, but all of it's cribbed directly from well-known sources and, while well enough written, the work is compiled without much original contribution by Dr. Richo. The underlying ideas are a blend of classic Eastern philosophy, Jungian psychology, Christian and Buddhist ethics, and Joseph Campbell's mystical anthropology, all packaged into a kind of pop New Age format complete with "practice" exercises and an advertisement on the last page for Dr. Richo's tapes and workshops. None of this is to say that the book isn't thought-provoking, but only to suggest that readers who are familiar with the source material may find Unexpected Miracles derivative and a little dull. The most useful purpose the book could serve perhaps is to stimulate people who haven't read the originals to experience the rich rewards of doing so.

David Richo is obviously intelligent and armed with a stunning vocabulary. However, this said, he never manages to get beyond the academic and esoteric when discussing synchronicity. Although he is quite informative when speaking about different religions and metaphysics in general, he is unable to explain clearly how we as individuals should go about understanding, creating and applying synchronicity in our daily lives. There are "lessons" at the end of each chapter, but these seem almost an after thought. I was very anxious to get my copy of this book, but was more than just slightly disappointed when I finally was able to read it.

I found this book to be wonderful for those seeking to understand the concept of synchronicity and how it affects their life. The author gives exercises throughout the book that relate to the chapters. I finished it last night, and it is already loaned to a friend! A practical guide that brings the varied aspects of high-brow concepts down to earth at a workable level.

I have believed that alot of this stuff is hocus-pocus. And yes I have read some of the other "originals" mentioned in another review. However I picked up this book and found that one of David Richo's favorite Shakespearean quotes has long been mine also - from the Merchant of Venice. I thought that interestingly weird! Since then I have thoroughly enjoyed his books and am making friends with the idea that perhaps this cynic can learn something. I didn't give it five stars as I'd like David Richo to write another book that goes more deeply into this subject! I DO think, however, that the reader would benefit from buying and reading this book.

Mr. Richo provides a wealth of information on the subject of Synchronicity. His work in this important field of study provides those of us who speak and write on the subject with a broader context upon which to help people who want to learn to understand the gift of synchronicity and learn to believe in the possibility of a lifetime filled of miracles.

If you wish to unlock an interesting part of your self and see the energy of the world in a different light....read this book.

I love the exercises that you can do at the end of each chapter. It really helps you reinforce what you have read