From Library Journal
Businessman and philanthropist Ellis admits that this workbook "sounds like a late-night television advertisement for an expensive self-help program." He'd like people who are already successful to become more so and shows how readers can create their ideal life. One will find ample material here, loosely organized into 12 "success strategies" (e.g., No. 3, "Move Toward Love," gives readers five reasons to celebrate mistakes). These strategies touch on many topics that are dealt with more clearly and completely in other books. Like Winnie the Pooh, Ellis loves to ponder rather than present concrete advice. He also encourages readers to keep a journal and complete fill-in-the-blank exercises. An optional purchase, especially for public libraries that own Ellis's similar Creating Your Future: 5 Steps to the Life of Your Dreams.
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Review
After reading Falling Awake, I feel cleaner about almost everything. Even truths I thought I already knew, seem more natural and easily attainable. This book is a beautiful presentation of some wondrous thoughts about the things that matter most. --Marianne Williamson, Author of Illuminate and The Healing of America
Falling Awake is a detailed, comprehensive invitation to the sweetness of possibility, so credible and compelling that you read it at your own risk. You simply will not be the same person nor lead the same life if you read and complete this book. --Paul G. Hawken, Founder of Smith & Hawken, Author of The Ecology of Commerce and Growing a Business
Immediately after finishing Falling Awake, I ordered one copy for each of my staff so that they can read it before our next retreat. I expect to make reading this book part of every new employee's orientation. --Alex Counts, President, Grameen Foundation USA
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