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James

I enjoy audio books and blogging.

Member Since 2012

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  • 13 reviews
  • 13 ratings
  • 26 titles in library
  • 7 purchased in 2013
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  • Walking in This World: The Practical Art of Creativity

    • ABRIDGED (6 hrs and 58 mins)
    • By Julia Cameron
    • Narrated By Barbara Caruso
    Overall
    (48)
    Performance
    (14)
    Story
    (12)

    Walking in This World picks up where Julia Cameron's best-selling book on the creative process, The Artist's Way, left off to present readers with a second course, part two in an amazing journey toward discovering our human potential. Full of valuable new strategies and techniques for breaking through difficult creative ground, this is the "intermediate level" of the Artist's Way program.

    James says: "More creativity enrichment."
    "More creativity enrichment."
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    If you could sum up Walking in This World in three words, what would they be?

    Another creativity advocate.


    Did Barbara Caruso do a good job differentiating all the characters? How?

    This book did not consist of many characters.


    What insight do you think you’ll apply from Walking in This World?

    Writing three daily pages, and artist dates.


    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself

    • UNABRIDGED (6 hrs and 9 mins)
    • By Michael A. Singer
    • Narrated By Peter Berkrot
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (377)
    Performance
    (313)
    Story
    (314)

    Spiritual teacher Michael A. Singer explores the question of human identity and shows how the development of consciousness can enable us all to dwell in the present moment and achieve happiness and self-realization.

    Lea says: "Fabulous!"
    "Strong center concept, weak conclusion."
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    Is there anything you would change about this book?

    The conclusion was disappointing. I would have it rely less on theology.


    What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

    The ending was a let down. The central message was about knowing your self. The author offered great guidance about training thoughts, up until the last chapter. Suddenly, armed with my toolbox, anticipating a wild conclusion, I was left slightly disappointed, about the message...just have faith.


    What three words best describe Peter Berkrot’s performance?

    fatherly, confident, assertive


    Did The Untethered Soul inspire you to do anything?

    Yes. I was left inspired to practice taking experiences in and letting them go.


    Any additional comments?

    There ware many helpful lessons about understanding internal energy. Michael Singer explains that if you hold on to experiences, wether good or bad, they create blockage.I am currently going to practice taking things in and then letting them go so that I could always be ready for the next experience.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Neurobiology of 'We': How Relationships, the Mind, and the Brain Interact to Shape Who We Are

    • ORIGINAL (8 hrs and 9 mins)
    • By Daniel J. Siegel
    • Narrated By Daniel J. Siegel
    Overall
    (28)
    Performance
    (21)
    Story
    (19)

    If you think your brain and mind are one, think again. According to the interpersonal neurobioligy pioneer Daniel J. Siegel, the mind actually emerges out of the interaction between your brain and relationships. Now, with The Neurobiology of "We", Dr. Siegel invites you on a journey to discover this revolutionary new model of human development - one that can positively transform trauma, move you from stress to calm and equanimity, and promote well-being for you, your family, or even your community.

    Eric says: "Outstanding! Pure genius..."
    "Excellent teacher."
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    Where does The Neurobiology of 'We' rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Top.


    What did you like best about this story?

    The detailed explanation of how the brain is structured compared to the clenched hand.


    What about the narrator’s performance did you like?

    The narrator goes into great detail about the thinking process. This detail enabled me to apply what I was listening to.


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    This book made me feel enormous joy that there were people like Dr. Siegel in the world.


    Any additional comments?

    I am looking forward to listening to this book again. I wish that this book's subject was mandatory teaching in all schools.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Stages of Meditation

    • ABRIDGED (3 hrs and 39 mins)
    • By The Dalai Lama
    • Narrated By Ken McLeod
    Overall
    (50)
    Performance
    (13)
    Story
    (13)

    The Dalai Lama analyzes a rare text by ninth-century Indian Buddhist Kamalashila - a key to all Buddhist scripture - in this elegant, accessible explanation of the principles of meditation.

    Bryan says: "Good material but poor editing"
    "Excellent."
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    Where does Stages of Meditation rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Top three.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    The narrator, his tone and voice were very easy to understand.


    Have you listened to any of Ken McLeod’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    No.


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    Yes, this book made me search.


    Any additional comments?

    I'd like to share this quote from the book, "...there is no identity separate from the mind that perceives it."

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Acts of Faith: Meditations for People of Color

    • ABRIDGED (1 hr and 34 mins)
    • By Iyanla Vanzant
    Overall
    (3)
    Performance
    (2)
    Story
    (2)

    Acts Of Faith is a thoughtful and inspirational work that explores, with great insight and sensitivity, the unique pressures on people of color today. This program confronts the four basic areas that create stress and imbalance for people of color: relationships with ourselves, with the world, with each other, and with money.

    James says: "Inspirational and concise"
    "Inspirational and concise"
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    Yes, in order to get a perspective from other, "people of color".


    What was one of the most memorable moments of Acts of Faith?

    Listening to the advice, "I'm outta here" in relation to bad situations.


    What about the narrator’s performance did you like?

    I liked the narrators encouraging tone of voice.


    Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

    Yes.


    Any additional comments?

    I found the topics to be a bit advanced and I would have benefited from more detailed explanations.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Jewel Tree of Tibet: The Enlightenment of Tibetan Buddhism

    • UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 25 mins)
    • By Robert Thurman
    • Narrated By Robert Thurman
    Overall
    (206)
    Performance
    (57)
    Story
    (58)

    Tibetans call their cherished tradition of Buddhism a "wish-fulfilling jewel tree" for its power to generate bliss and enlightenment within all who absorb its teachings. This path to enlightenment, it is taught, requires more than a sitting meditation practice alone. With The Jewel Tree of Tibet, honored scholar and teacher Robert Thurman brings these insights to you as they were meant to be transmitted, through the spoken word.

    Kristin says: "beautiful Buddhist teachings"
    "This book quenched my enquiring mind."
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    What did you love best about The Jewel Tree of Tibet?

    The narration was excellent.


    What other book might you compare The Jewel Tree of Tibet to and why?

    Similarly, "Search Inside Yourself" is a great manual for anyone who wants to strengthen their mind.


    Have you listened to any of Robert Thurman’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    This is my first Robert Thurman listen. I would like to listen to more.


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    This book made me think.


    Any additional comments?

    There is sensational music throughout the book.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Energy of Success: Discover the True Nature of Your Power

    • UNABRIDGED (4 hrs and 49 mins)
    • By Amy Hanavan
    • Narrated By Amy Hanavan
    Overall
    (9)
    Performance
    (1)
    Story
    (1)

    The same principles of energy that govern our universe, govern the energy of your mind. If you want to be successful, you have to learn to think in terms of energy, and use the creative and magnetic power stored in the thoughts you think and the emotions that you feel. The Energy of Success will show you how.

    Julie says: "Uplifting"
    "Excellent lesson about understanding energy."
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    What made the experience of listening to The Energy of Success the most enjoyable?

    The narrator's tone.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    The narrator exudes confidence about the topic.


    What about Amy Hanavan’s performance did you like?

    Enthusiasm.


    What insight do you think you’ll apply from The Energy of Success?

    I already started to focus on the positive as a way to expand positive energy.


    Any additional comments?

    Theory of the existence of good and evil was surprisingly helpful. Although not the focus of this book, it provided me a very fresh perspective. It's nice to hear something new.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Search Inside Yourself: The Unexpected Path to Achieving Success, Happiness (and World Peace)

    • UNABRIDGED (7 hrs and 48 mins)
    • By Chade-Meng Tan
    • Narrated By Nick Sullivan
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (36)
    Performance
    (31)
    Story
    (30)

    Early Google engineer and personal growth pioneer Chade-Meng Tan first designed Search Inside Yourself as a popular course at Google, intended to transform the work and lives of the best and brightest behind one of the most innovative, successful, and profitable businesses in the world... and now it can do the same for you. Meng has distilled emotional intelligence into a set of practical and proven tools and skills that anyone can learn and develop.

    James says: "Excellent meditation resource."
    "Excellent meditation resource."
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    Yes. This book teaches you how to become a better thinker.


    What did you like best about this story?

    The best part of this book was the directive to separate responses from thoughts.


    Did the narration match the pace of the story?

    The narration was good and it did match the pace of the story. Oddly, I kind of liked that it sounded like a monorail announcement.


    Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

    Definitely.


    Any additional comments?

    I think it took too long to get started. I felt that the first six chapters were merely an advertisement for the benefits of meditation.

    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
  • The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

    • UNABRIDGED (6 hrs and 6 mins)
    • By Mark Haddon
    • Narrated By Jeff Woodman
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (2880)
    Performance
    (719)
    Story
    (725)

    Fifteen-year-old Christopher Boone has Asperger's Syndrome, a condition similar to autism. He doesn't like to be touched or meet new people, he cannot make small talk, and he hates the colors brown and yellow. He is a math whiz with a very logical brain who loves solving puzzles that have definite answers.

    Robert says: "Endearing. Pathos, humor, reality, and insight."
    "Making sense of this world."
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    I highly recommend this book because it will broaden your perspective.


    What was one of the most memorable moments of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?

    When Christopher expresses himself.


    Have you listened to any of Jeff Woodman’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    No.


    Who was the most memorable character of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and why?

    Christopher is the most memorable character because he brings all the other characters alive.


    Any additional comments?

    Very good story to enjoy and to add to the

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Tough Sh-t: Life Advice from a Fat, Lazy Slob Who Did Good

    • UNABRIDGED (5 hrs and 58 mins)
    • By Kevin Smith
    • Narrated By Kevin Smith
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (798)
    Performance
    (750)
    Story
    (753)

    Take one look at Kevin Smith: He's a balding fatty who wears a size XXL hockey jersey, shorts, and slippers year-round. Not a likely source for life advice. But take a second look at Kevin Smith: He changed filmmaking forever when he was twenty-four with the release of Clerks, and since then has gone on to make nine more profitable movies, runs his own production company, wrote a best-selling graphic novel, and has a beautiful wife and kids. So he must be doing something right.

    Corey says: "A MUST HAVE A SIMPLY COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN!!!!!"
    "Kevin Smith = the perfect college room mate."
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    What did you like about this audiobook?

    I would recommend this book to a friend. It's a great way to spend six hours listening to a really good story, read by a really good voice.


    How has the book increased your interest in the subject matter?

    I continue to search for books such as this that give advice to creative people.


    Does the author present information in a way that is interesting and insightful, and if so, how does he achieve this?

    The information is presented in very interesting and insightful ways. One example is the explicit language use in relation to personal affairs. This is quite unique, and genius.


    What did you find wrong about the narrator's performance?

    On occasion, especially when talking about filming after Clerks, I thought there was a touch of politics in the tone of voice. I don't know if it was intentional or that it showed a sign of discontent with the structure of the art/film industry.


    Do you have any additional comments?

    I listened through in one sitting and really enjoyed it. I liked Kevin Smith's voice because it was

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful

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