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Extremely Interesting

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4 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 10-03-25

This is an extremely interesting read. It includes historical references, mythology as well as philosophy. There's so much covered in a relatively short period of time.

The one negative I will say is, I listened to the audio version of this book and unfortunately I just couldn't get on with the narrators voice. But still a great read.

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This Book was Ok, Until

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2 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 19-01-25

To begin with I quite liked this book. It flowed nicely, was easy to follow and seemed informative. However there was one part that troubled me and ultimate lead to me abandoning this read. The healing section.

See the writer treated this as manifesting will or at can cure you if done right. There was no mention of the necessity of seeking conventional medical treatment. The book also mentioned how manifestation can affect insurance company decisions. This is nonsense. Call up the insurance provider or look at their website.

I feel that this book could be very damaging to vulnerable people.

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Good but very hetro-normative

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3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 10-01-25

This was a good soothing read and well paced. But it does approach things from a very hetro-normative perspective. Though some attempt has been made to counteract this.

It states things as 'fact' that are now under question or disapproved. But this could be a mark of when it was published.

While this review may so far sound negative, I did really enjoy it. I would also recommend it as a beginners guide. I like how different myths have been included. As well as the ritual suggestions.

While relatively fact based, it was still an enjoyable, informative and soothing read.

It should also be noted that I listened to the audio version of this book. The narration was really good. It was clear and measured and very enjoyable.

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Interesting Read

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3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 03-01-25

This was an interesting read, but it was very information dence. This made it hard to follow at times.

I listened to the audio version of this book, unfortunately I found the narration to be a bit wooden. This also made it tricky to follow at times.

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Very Interesting and Informative

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 03-01-25

I really enjoyed the gentle flow of this book. While there is a lot of information it wasn't overwhelming and parts felt quite light and fun.

I listened to the audio version of this book and found the narration soothing and gentle.

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Disappointing

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2 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 28-12-24

I had high hopes for the lecture series and was quite disappointed as a result. I was looking forward to the textual analyses of the myths. However this was so over simplified, it made the whole thing rather pointless.

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A Fascinating Listen

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3 out of 5 stars
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Reviewed: 27-12-24

This lecture series was very enjoyable and educational. The topics of the different lectures were fascinating and flowed nicely.

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Good talk but limited

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Reviewed: 20-12-24

While I really enjoyed the history of yoga. As well as how it looked at yoga's impact on different medical conditions. The practical sections where completely impossible to follow. From the wording to the impossibly quick transitions. This was disappointing.

It's worth noting though that I was listening to the audio version of these talks. So the routines maybe easier to follow on video.

Some of the bizarre instruments included "Telescope the ribs" I mean how? Just how? And another favorite "Sit in embryo". I mean what?

Maybe these terms mean more to more experienced yoga practitioners. But they are pretty incomprehensible to me.

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Better than I thought

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3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 15-12-24

I was slightly nervous when started this series. Even more so when I realised the lecturer was ex-HR. But I was pleasantly surprised by how thoughtful and understanding this was.

I have learnt to be careful with workplace guides. To often they like to blame and label.

But this series was engaging, informative and for the most part useful. I really enjoyed the guided meditation and reflection practices. They were really helpful.

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Absolutely Fabulous, A Must Read

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 11-12-24

This book/lecture series was absolutely fabulous and a definite must read.

Every chapter is more informative than the last. And the topic was so engaging. I loved the mix of personal experiences and scientific studies.

The narration was good and clearly they are very passionate about the topic. There were a couple of long, unexpected pauses throughout which had me wondering if audible had paused. But still good quality delivery.

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