The Toltec Way : A Guide to Personal Transformation (Hardcover)

by Susan Gregg (Author), Don Miguel Ruiz (Foreword)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review
Like Don Miquel Ruiz, author of the bestselling book The Four Agreements, author Susan Gregg teaches readers how the ancient Toltec tradition can apply to life in the 21st century. For those who haven't watched Oprah lately, the Toltecs were an ancient race of people who flourished in Southern Mexico around 800 AD. "They were also a secret society dedicated to preserving the knowledge of the 'ancient ones,' who were great spiritual masters," according to Gregg. Gregg explains that the Toltec tradition is a way of seeing beyond our perceived sense of reality and into an unlimited world of possibility.

Since Gregg is a dedicated teacher of this exciting (and yes, even faddish) Toltec tradition, she emphasizes basic tools and specific examples rather than obscure parables and philosophies. Chapter titles such as "Letting Go of the Past," "Finding a Happiness That Lasts," and "Where to Go for Support" sound more like self-help chapters than enticing discussions of mystical beliefs. But that's Gregg's point--why make this reality-blowing tradition obscure and inaccessible when its whole purpose is that of spiritual empowerment? As a push-up-your-sleeves-and-get-started primer, it can't be beat. But if you're looking for more lyrical or pensive prose, turn to Don Miquel or Don Juan. --Gail Hudson

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"Susan Greggs's The Toltec Way: A Guide to Personal Transformation is a recapitulation of the techniques and procedures we did together...The practices served as a guide for her incredible spiritual growth.

"Her gratitude for that transformation is so great that Susan has decided to share everything she learned."--don Miguel Ruiz, author of The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom, a Toltec Wisdom Book
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Product Details

• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Renaissance Books; 1st edition (August 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580631584
• ISBN-13: 978-1580631587
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #864,118 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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323 of 338 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Concepts, December 2, 2000

By A Customer

Stories on how to change your life. This was a really good book. If you liked it I would also recommend the book An Encounter with A Prophet It will really change you.

36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars There is plenty of Toltec, July 7, 2001

By	Bea (Kansas City) - See all my reviews

This book has truly changed my life - it is practical and full of wonderful tools. I read all of CC books about Don Juan and loved the stories but was clueless how to apply the philosophy to my life - this book showed me how. But there is a price - you do have to actually do the work - this is not a book you simply read and put on your shelf - it is a book that will stay with you for a long, long time.

I'm from Missouri and I am a show me kind of person - this book showed me how to let go of my limitations, my fears, and connect with myself in a profound way - the writing took time but as she says in five years you'll be five years older - how do you think you will wish you spent your time.

Susan is a wonderful guide if personal freedom is your desired destination. I had a few questions and when I e mailed her she responded with gentle wisdom and warmth. I have already bought copies for all my friends.

Give yourself a gift and while you're at it by one for a friend.

36 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You can change your life!, September 13, 2000

By	"thegreylion" (Kaneohe, HI USA) - See all my reviews

I just finished reading THE TOLTEC WAY, and I'm stunned by the vast amount of information that is packed into only 240 pages. It is a complete roadmap for anyone to transform their life completely. Of course, it is only 240 pages, however the journey may take years to complete. But, so what? It ought to be worth the effort to find happiness and freedom. Dr. Gregg has written a great book!