A Groundbreaking Book
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Finally. An incredible book that moves beyond the physical nuts and bolts of good heart health by recognizing it as the emotional and spiritual center of our lives. This is a tremendous book for those who are open to discovering spiritual concepts that are as vital to good heart health as tracking "your numbers." This book teaches you that your cells respond to your thoughts and emotions, and that you really do have the innate ability to literally repel heart disease away from her life. I highly recommend this book!
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I have been enthralled and excited by this book. I believe it makes an important contribution to an understanding of the situation we are in now and how it has come into being. If we can understand how our view of reality has been created and controlled by an imbalance between the two hemispheres of our brain, we would be able to gain a different perspective on our predicament rather than remaining stuck, without benefit of insight, within it.

McGilchrist explains how the growing and now dangerous dissociation between the right and left hemispheres of our brain has brought into being the culture of the modern Western world as well as the mind-set of the politicians, "opinion-makers" and the media that direct and control it.

Drawing on his experience as a psychiatrist but also on a long-standing interest in and knowledge of history, literature and philosophy, the author offers the reader a vitally important, even crucially important key to understanding both our own nature and the deficiencies of our present view of reality. The Master and His Emissary is grounded in a profound understanding of the neuroscience of the brain and an equally profound understanding of different historical epochs that have exhibited either a balance or a lack of balance between the left and right hemispheres. If read by enough people who are not caught in this imbalance, it could have the power to shift our culture towards a position of greater balance, thereby freeing us from the straitjacket of beliefs in which, for too long, we have been imprisoned. Altogether, a brilliant, inspiring book. Anne Baring, psychotherapist and author
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To say this is a life changing book is an understatement.  Even the author says that certain of his core beliefs were changed while researching this book.

Mr. Dallen, a lawyer by profession, presents a case for righteous behaviour that would sway any jury.  The book is very well written, and easy to read and understand.  The multitude of references that Mr. Dallen provides would easily take years to study.

This book is not a call to change a person's faith, nor a call to convert to any specific religion, but is instead a book calling us to come back to the minimum requirements that God has given for proper living.

Be forewarned, this book will change your life.
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Extraordinary hearts is an extraordinary scholarly work. Mr. Benton, a seminary graduate, a career journalist, and a newspaper owner and editor, was there when being gay was a dirty little secret, when no institution, college or religion would open its doors to the LGBT community. He has a unique insight into the lives of Oscar Wilde, Tennessee Williams,and Christpher Isherwood and others, therefore it is no coincidence that the book is dedicated to the first three. LGBT study is a relatively new area of scholarly endeavor, and the field needs new, groundbreaking books. Mr. Benton's book is one of those groundbreaking books. It is serious, scholarly, hard hitting, very personal, compassionate, and controversial. It won't be the last word in LGBT studies, but it will be a classic that will be studied for many decades to come. It sets a new standard for a proud LGBT identity as that community achieves its full equality.
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The most ground-breaking and life-changing book in many, many years.  Truly amazing!

Dereks new book Emergence shows an unprecedented way to connect with the spiritual part while remaining attentive and firmly rooted in the human part.  His work helped me to perceive a vision for my life I would never have thought possible and assisted in implementing that vision, which for so many remains in the realm of unfulfilled dreams.  Reading this will help you to see how you can bring your vision to life if you believe in it and take the right steps towards it.  Its brilliant.
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A wonderful book that needs to be read by everyone.
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Women are at the forefront of global transformation. As such, a book of this magnitude, focused on empowering women, is more important than ever. Congratulations to Wendy on a brilliant and critically important book!
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I enjoyed this book greatly and have started following the principles. It is a life challenging and changing book that is worth reading.
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A very mind expanding book that approaches the subject in a very grounded, scientific manner. It might be one of the most important books of the past 30 years as we begin to learn the mechanisms for producing DMT internally.

It can explain some of the "paranormal" experiences that people experience without external psychedelics. Strassman shows his perseverance in pushing forward amidst the administrative nightmare that psychedelic studies generate. Very few are persistent enough to push the envelope on humanities progression as a whole and Strassman has made his mark.

I'm looking forward to reading his most recent book.
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Investing In Entrepreneurs is a significant and important departure in the way entrepreneurship has been viewed to date.  The authors clearly demonstrate the obstacles and impediments that investors face in evaluating, developing and growing businesses headed by entrepreneurs, and explain why these firms frequently fail despite all the dedicated efforts by trained professionals.  Additionally, the book provides a structured conceptual framework, called the "Pipeline", which can provide a road map for targeting entrepreneurial investments and allow for a much higher rate of success.

The concepts and techniques which are clearly elucidated and developed here are a necessary and groundbreaking approach for anyone involved in the business of entrepreneurial investment and lending, from venture capital, investment banking and public sector professionals, to bankers who need to evaluate the financial and managerial capacities of entrepreneurs for ongoing capital requirements.

I view this as a "must read", especially in today's challenging economic environment, which more than ever before demands a more targeted and effective process for successfully growing and nurturing both entrepreneurs and the firms they operate.
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Estelle Frankel's Sacred Therapy is a groundbreaking book in the new field of Spiritual Guidance.  She explains  the major concepts in Kabbalistic mysticism and creatively applies them to one's life; she also includes many examples from her own psychotherapy practice. This is a book for professionals and those studying to learn these concepts and to apply them to their daily life.  It extends and updates the historical concepts laid out by Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi. Frankel's meditative exercises allow the reader to experience the esoteric elements personally.
I have used this book twice in its short history on my bookshelf.  This spring I used her as a example in an academic paper on Jewish women's spirituality and its syncretism with Asian paths; Frankel readily admits to having studied Buddhism and how it opened many concepts in Judaism for her, especially the idea of Ayn Sof, a holy name for God meaning "without end."  Presently for a workshop at Hofstra university in August, I will be quoting her concise explanations regarding the four worlds of being:  Assiyah: action/actualization - the physical realm; Yetzirah: formation - the emotional realm; Beriah: creation - the Thinking Realm; and Atzilut - emanation - the spirit realm.  After explaining how the worlds relate to the mystical idea of the Sephirot, which she explains describes "the progression or process of divine unfolding from infinite being to finite reality." In other words, the Creation story.  She also applies the four worlds to Jewish liturgy and to Jungian principles as well.
Rosie Rosenzweig,  Resident Scholar in Women's Studies, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA
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In this groundbreaking work, Dr. Bernet presents a comprehensive, compelling read on Parental Alienation.  The balance of hard science and real-life examples paints a persuasive picture about this phenomenon. Dr. Bernet, a thought leader in the field, presents a wealth of information on the validity and prevalance of Parental Alienation, a serious medical condition that impacts an estimated 1% of children and adolescents in the country. Parental Alientation also demonstrates how this condition is preventable and treatable in many instances - one of the many reasons why this book should be required reading for medical professionals, attorneys, and other practitioners who work with and counsel families going through divorce -(they won't want to miss the comprehensive international bibliography with 600+ citations)- it's a persuasive, powerful read that can help prevent tragic outcomes for children and their parents.
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Dr. Carl Raschke (Harvard PhD) has written an outstanding book that reads like a personal manifesto of rhizomic encounters. Using the rhizomic philosophical concept of Gilles Deleuze, turning it on its head, and then applying it to Christian ministry, Raschke has challenged us all to think in a new way. His tracing of the global shift in Christian currents provide some of the most important work on this topic to date. This book is not as academic as "The Next Reformation," but makes up for it in readability and personalized narratives. I simply could not put it down, and read it in two sittings. This is the most important book on the Glocal (global/local) Christian movement written this year.
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This is a brilliant book by the legendary Ben Heineman, former general counsel of GE, who revolutionized the practice of law by redefining the role of lawyers  and the law  within the corporate enterprise.  Reflective, meticulously researched yet prescriptive and practical, this work combines a sweeping review of the relevant literature,  accounts of the authors  personal experiences grappling with crises and public policy, commentary on lessons to be learned from notable corporate crises of the last thirty years  -- with a detailed blueprint on how to build a world class legal organization that enables companies and their leaders to achieve great results within the bounds of integrity.  At a moment of intense political debate about the ethics of corporate enterprises, this book is a timely reminder that corporations have a responsibility -- and the ability  to deliver outstanding performance to their shareholders while remaining committed to ethical and lawful conduct.

This book also skillfully addresses the increasingly complex interactions among different corporate control functions  the Law Department, Compliance, Risk and Finance  as they manage a firms risks in areas where boundaries are not clearly discernible.

It may seem over-the-top  to associate the phrase must-read with a book about inside counsel,  but many reviewers have already done just that:  This is a book that any CEO, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Risk Officer or Chief Financial Officer will find not only incredibly useful, but inspiring.
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Few books deliver a message so powerful that it forever becomes embedded in the readers mind. Even fewer books transform the way you perceive, interact with, or respond to, reality. This book masterfully accomplishes both tasks and inspires you to spread the word to others.

In short, the purpose of this book is summarized on the last page: This work deals with a very obvious truth: just as the oppressor, in order to oppress, needs a theory of oppressive action, so the oppressed, in order to become free, also need a theory of action.

Freire goes on to elaborate by arguing that the disposition of the oppressed is a direct function of a system, designed and engineered on many different levels, to keep the oppressed in their current predicament as a means to fuel a perverse scheme that is predicated on a majority remaining ignorant of its methodology. The prescription to change this system must come from the oppressed and not the oppressors, as the author posits, through a dialogical process of education. This is based upon mutual investigation, a shared, exploratory means of discovery, and the abandonment of a system of education based on the banking principal. Freire strives for everyone to gain a new understanding of the world and reality so that all can take a step back to understand the dynamics at play; only then can one develop a new awareness that will equip them to break the cycle and achieve true liberation.

The text proceeds as follows: It starts by defining the oppressor-oppressed relationship, characterized by dehumanizers who employ several mechanisms to subjugate the dehumanized. Next, the blueprint for a liberation plan is described with a particular emphasis on the educational system. The last chapter starts by providing a summary of what has been stated thus far, describes specific tactics used to oppress, and then details the liberation praxis.

The strength of this book lies in its ability to dare the reader to challenge his or her own assumptions and perceptions about the world and view reality through a different lens. Although Freire describes liberation praxis primarily through education, the groundwork is already established for more far-reaching methodologies.

Keep in mind that Freire does not seem to have an agenda based on one group in particular, but instead has a universal outlook for humanity in general. He repeatedly emphasizes a breaking free not so that one may overtake the other, but rather to permanently abolish the forces that established a class of people in bondage in the first place.

For anyone who believes that as human beings we can do better, and that learning and knowledge should be a transformative process, this book should be in your library.
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A revolutionary book about  ways to look at medicine, told by someone who really seems to care. There are so many surprising real-life examples. This book has changed my life.
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In his groundbreaking work, From Police to Security Professional: A Guide to a Successful Career Transition, Michael S. DAngelos book conforms easily to the exactitudes that a book of this kind would need to be worthy of academic standing in any university or college curriculum of study. DAngelo, a proven law enforcement executive, successfully makes the point for any police officer who transitions into the private sector as a security consultant or specialist, the necessity and appreciation for developing an in-depth analysis of the various aspects of the security profession that is often glossed over in other books of similar themes. The orderliness and tone of this book reflects a learned appreciation for the field of law enforcement, as illustrated by DAngelo: The experience of wisdom gained serving in the public sector cannot be underestimated in its application to the private security industry DAngelos book is an empowering must read for any law enforcement officer wishing to undergo their own self-actualization and he challenges us to consider what it takes to make that move successfully. There are things I discovered about my own transition to the civilian world in DAngelos book that I found to be a powerful reminder for us to take our blinders off and reexamine our work experience in law enforcement, and in so doing, metaphorically evaluate the stories of our own lived experiences and how that can be successfully transitioned as a security professional or consultant. The book flawlessly weaves together the journey of retirement and a conceptual understanding as to what it takes to make that transition successfully. From Police to Security Professional: A Guide to a Successful Career Transition provides a compelling template that is both empowering and a life manual for that journey.

Dr. Michael J. Alicea, (Retired Sergeant, Coral Gables Police Department)
University of Miami, Miami Dade College, (Adjunct Faculty Professor)