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  • 8 people find this helpful
    • It is not difficult to understand why this self-help book has become a bestseller of the year.

      Quoting the sayings and experiences of historical celebrities and modern-day successful people, the author reveals the Secret of success which has been passed on from generation to generation. Accor ... Continue

      It is not difficult to understand why this self-help book has become a bestseller of the year.

      Quoting the sayings and experiences of historical celebrities and modern-day successful people, the author reveals the Secret of success which has been passed on from generation to generation. According to the Secret, the law of attraction enables the human mind to achieve anything. If you want to have something, be it wealth, health, relationship, a job, a house or a car, just ask for it (by thinking about it), feel it (as if you were having it already), and receive it (when it actually materializes). The Universe will give it to you. You don’t have to worry about how it is achieved. Simply picture your heart’s desire in your mind, think positively and remove any negative thoughts. The Universe will deliver what you desire to you because “your wish is my command”. Isn’t that nice?

      I can understand why this notion of the law of attraction is so appealing to readers, especially for those having a bad day, feeling depressed, getting defeated or finding things just didn’t turn out as expected. Just think about what you want, sit back and relax, and you will get it. Well, I have heard stories about how the human mind can do wonders and how you can will something into what you want it to be. But you and I know things happen for a reason, and success depends on a lot of factors, including hard work and opportunities. You may not achieve what you desire by working hard alone as sometimes circumstances are out of your control. However, I can’t think of anything other than winning a lottery where you do not need to work on it in order to get it. Telling people that you don’t need to make any effort to get your heart’s desire and just leave it entirely to the Universe is utterly irresponsible.

      While this book serves as a boost of confidence and comfort to the needy and people seeking help, its influence on those with a weak or troubled mind is insidious and dangerous. Patients suffering from chronic diseases may decline medical treatment as they believe they will heal naturally. The opportunity to cure, and therefore lives, may be lost. I cannot rule out the possibility that the Secret does work for some people, but I have got an issue with the author preaching that the Secret way to success is THE way to success and there are no alternatives. The fact that in the 21st century, such bigoted and parochial views can still command a huge following is beyond me.

      It is no harm treating it as a leisure read, though. After all, the book is beautifully printed. And the law of attraction may work for you. Who knows?

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  • Tracy W said on Sep 10, 2007 about the Others edition| 1 feedback
  • 6 people find this helpful
    • 真係好廢,講嚟講去都係個三幅被。
      講到個SECRET咁把敝,其實就係叫你要堅持,要有目標。即 係話:
      思想(產生)-->行為(引導)-->際遇-->(改變)人生

      乜呢啲就叫做Secret?誇張啲咁講,中七個年讀嘅中國文化博大 精深過佢九萬陪!

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  • Samantha Mak said on Aug 8, 2007 about the Others edition
  • 5 people find this helpful
    • E' la prima volta che compero un libro di questo genere. Ho letto solo poche pagine: la nostra mente è una calamita, pensieri negativi attraggono eventi negativi. Ma, se si prende un libro così, che razza di pensieri si possono avere, rose e fiori?
      Cercherò di arrivare alla fine per la curiosit ... Continue

      E' la prima volta che compero un libro di questo genere. Ho letto solo poche pagine: la nostra mente è una calamita, pensieri negativi attraggono eventi negativi. Ma, se si prende un libro così, che razza di pensieri si possono avere, rose e fiori?
      Cercherò di arrivare alla fine per la curiosità di vedere dove vuole arrivare.
      Edizione patinata superlusso e supercostosa, e già si insinua il pensiero (negativo o semplicemente realista?) di essere stata un'idiota a comprarlo...

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  • Cleochele21 said on Mar 22, 2009
    • Favoloso, nella sua semplicità è estremamente credibile, anche per una scettica come me. Il look ed il format mi avevano deragliata. Non è altro che la vecchia, difficile da praticare, vecchissima fede spiegata nel dettaglio in maniera pratica. Senza denominazioni religiose... E funziona! Utilissimo ... Continue

      Favoloso, nella sua semplicità è estremamente credibile, anche per una scettica come me. Il look ed il format mi avevano deragliata. Non è altro che la vecchia, difficile da praticare, vecchissima fede spiegata nel dettaglio in maniera pratica. Senza denominazioni religiose... E funziona! Utilissimo nel mio caso. Mi son sentita rivoltare come una vecchia tasca, scrutare, individuare le vere motivazioni del mio cuore e rimessa a nuovo. Corro, in carreggiata. "Ce n'è per tutti", questa è l'affermazione che mi è piaciuta di più!

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  • moscanna said on Nov 29, 2009 about the Others edition
    • Ammetto che il libro è infarcito di "americanate" tanto fuori dalla mia mentalità che non riesco a condividere, ma è a me è piaciuto... Deve essere letto con la giusta prospettiva, ciò che è scritto non deve essere considerato come legge se no si rischia di cadere nel fanatismo. E aggiungo anche che ... Continue

      Ammetto che il libro è infarcito di "americanate" tanto fuori dalla mia mentalità che non riesco a condividere, ma è a me è piaciuto... Deve essere letto con la giusta prospettiva, ciò che è scritto non deve essere considerato come legge se no si rischia di cadere nel fanatismo. E aggiungo anche che la filosofia di base non si allontana molto dal proverbio popolare "aiutati che il ciel ti aiuta". Ma leggerlo mi ha fatto stare bene e mi ha offerto numerosi spunti di riflessione... finalmente un po' di positività!

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  • Serena (tartaserena) said on Nov 6, 2009 about the Others edition
    • che pacco!!!...pero' se lo si prende come un libro comico.....

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  • magiadifili (magiadifili) said on Oct 9, 2009

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Fragments of a Great Secret have been found in the oral traditions, in literature, in religions and philosophies throughout the centuries. For the first time, all the pieces of The Secret come together in an incredible revelation that will be life-transforming for all who experience it.

In this book, you'll learn how to use The Secret in every aspect of your life -- money, health, relationships, happiness, and in every interaction you have in the world. You'll begin to understand the hidden, untapped power that's within you, and this revelation can bring joy to every aspect of your life.

The Secret contains wisdom from modern-day teachers -- men and women who have used it to achieve health, wealth, and happiness. By applying the knowledge of The Secret, they bring to light compelling stories of eradicating disease, acquiring massive wealth, overcoming obstacles, and achieving what many would regard as impossible.

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