The Voice of Knowledge Cards [Cards]

Miguel Ruiz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2005

Alla comes from 5 generations of Russian healers. Techniques were passed down from mother to daughter and Alla began her training as a young child, assisting her mother in her practice. Like her mother she also trained as a doctor at medical school, but then decided she wished to follow the traditional Russian method of healing. After coming to the West she quickly attracted clients and now is so inundated with requests for her help that she has written a book outlining her extraordinary methods.

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About the Author

Alla worked as a practitioner at 'The Life Centre' in London for over 9 years, since having a child she has run her clinic from her home. She has travelled extensively treating people and leading courses in her techniques and has appeared numerous times on TV, radio and in the print media.

Product Details

• Cards
• Publisher: Hay House (May 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401905307
• ISBN-13: 978-1401905309
• Product Dimensions: 4.7 x 4.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #268,521 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Stunning Artwork Brings It To 4 Stars, June 15, 2005

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Janet Boyer "Author, Blogger, Radio Host" (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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"As little children, before we learn to speak, we are completely authentic. Our actions are guided by instinct and emotions-that is, we listen to the silent `voice of integrity'. Once we learn to speak, the people around us hook our attention and program us with knowledge. The `voice of knowledge' comes alive inside our head, and it never stops talking, judging, gossiping, and abusing us. It constantly sabotages our happiness and keeps us from enjoying a reality of truth and love." -Don Miguel Ruiz

The Voice of Knowledge Cards is a 50 card deck that shows us how to recover the silent voice of integrity and find inner peace by challenging the lies that we've swallowed along life's journey. The glossy cards measure 4.7 x 4.4 x 1.2 inches, and features colorful, whimsical artwork by Lori Koefoed. One side of the card offers a statement, while the others side elaborates on the idea. Some examples include:

The mind is fertile ground for concepts, ideas, and opinions.

"If we believe a lie, that lie takes root in our mind and can grow big and strong, like a tree. One little lie can be very contagious, spreading its seeds from person to person when we share it with others."

Emotional pain is a symptom of being abused.

"Every time we lie to ourselves, judge ourselves, or reject ourselves, our emotional reaction isn't pleasant. The pain is letting us know that we have to do something to stop the abuse."

We are born in truth, but we grow up believing in lies.

"One of the biggest lies in the story of humanity is the lie of our imperfection. When we believe this lie, we use the lie to judge ourselves, to punish ourselves, and to justify our mistakes."

Respect is one of the greatest expressions of love.

"If other people try to write your story, it means they don't respect you. They consider that you're not a good artist who can write your own story, even though you were born to write your own story."

The artwork on the Voice of Knowledge Cards is truly gorgeous. Most of the messages are very wise and penetrating, although a few can prove confusing to some. One of the reasons I wasn't big on the book that these cards are based upon is because it seemed like a departure from Ruiz's other works-especially The Four Agreements. There's a lot of talk about lies and those who tell them, but what is truth? What is a lie? Ruiz talks a lot about personal stories, as does many Toltec, self-help, and New Age authors.

With some of the messages on the cards, I couldn't help but hear Byron Katie saying "Is this true? Can you know for sure it's true?" Katie asks us "who would you be without your story?", and gives us 4 questions called inquiry that can dismantle every painful thought that causes suffering and separation. (If you want to be free you MUST get her books Loving What Is and I Need Your Love - Is that True?) But Ruiz, while acknowledging our beautiful storytelling and perfection, still paints with the brushstrokes of duality. We're perfect as is, but not if we're lying to ourselves. We're amazing artists and storytellers, but we are swallowing lies.

If you're an ardent fan of Don Miguel Ruiz, as well as his book The Voice of Knowledge, you'll enjoy this deck. It's not necessary to have read the book to use these insightful cards; however, for those who don't accept things at face value, you may wonder what "the point" is for a few of the cards.

(To see 6 images from this deck, visit the Reviews section of JanetBoyer.com)

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Voice Of Knowledge Cards, October 19, 2007

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chris (Winnemucca, nevada United States) - See all my reviews

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These cards you read one a day, they remind you that life is good. The purpose is to remind you that's it okay to be you.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Cards a helpful reminder, July 1, 2009

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Kathryn J. Lanthorn - See all my reviews
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These cards (and the Master of Love Cards) are a nice way to remind yourself of key points Don Miguel makes in his writing. They are colorful and attractive. I keep them out on the table for my clients to look at during session.