The Shadow Effect

Illuminating the Hidden Power of Your True Self

By: Marianne Williamson, Debbie Ford, Deepak Chopra MD

Narrated by: Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Debbie Ford

Length: 7 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

Deepak Chopra, Debbie Ford, and Marianne Williamson - New York Times best-selling authors and internationally acclaimed teachers - have joined together to share their knowledge on one of the most crucial obstacles to happiness we face: the shadow. These three luminaries, each with a signature approach, bring to light the parts of ourselves we deny but that still direct our life. For it is only when we embrace our shadow that we discover the gifts of our authentic nature.

The shadow exists within all of us. It is a part of us and yet we spend most of our life running from it. But far from being scary, our dark side holds the promise of a better, more fulfilling life. Our shadow makes itself known every day. It is the reason we get furious over a friend showing up 10 minutes late, yell at our parents or kids when they have done nothing wrong, and sabotage our own success at the worst possible time. Until we are able to embrace our dualistic nature, we will continue to hurt ourselves and those closest to us and fall short of our potential.

Combining the wisdom of three experts, The Shadow Effect is a practical and profound guide to discovering the gifts of our shadow. These three authors powerfully pierce the veil of our unclaimed self, releasing us from the past and propelling us on a journey to wholeness. No longer living a half life, we are capable of achieving our dreams and reclaiming the happiness that is our birthright.

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©2010 Deepak Chopra and Rita Chopra Family Trust, Debbie Ford, and Marianne Williamson (P)2010 HarperCollins Publishers

Fabulous book.

there's a great deal of theory here that supports the shadow process. all three authors are spectacular in their presentation. I highly recommend this book.

Enlightening content - difficult narration

What did you like best about The Shadow Effect? What did you like least?

I found the book to enlightening but also somewhat conflicting between what they said and what they suggested you do.

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of the narrators?

Honestly just about anyone! While I am sure Deepak Chopra's message is deep and important. As an audio book you want to be able to understand what he is saying clearly. I found that even though I listed to his portion twice I floated away and picked up little since it was so hard to focus enough while driving to decipher what he was saying.

Debbie Ford was sappy and again, great message, but unengaging narration.

Marianne Williamson was excellent.

Was The Shadow Effect worth the listening time?

It was the first book I wanted to return. I did get through it but it was a hard book to listen to and even harder to get meaning from when you're frustrated that you do not know what is being said or can't really make out the words to listen.

Bring the darkness to the light

Loved the Narration!
I will be looking further into the Shadow to see how it's ruling my life and in balance

Debbie Ford should of done her own book.

What did you like best about The Shadow Effect? What did you like least?

Section 2 was Debbie Ford's part, and was the only good part of the book. The part by Deepak was torture, and Williamson was OK but not great.

Was The Shadow Effect worth the listening time?

only Section 2.

A must for those trying to find their souls

The book is inspiring and intriguing - it made me think like no other experience I have had before. The concept of accepting wholeness is such an important one. Also very important notes for parents who want to avoid leaving marks on their children's memories that may haunt them in years ahead

A step to consciousness

If you could sum up The Shadow Effect in three words, what would they be?

confront your fears

What did you like best about this story?

This book helps in recognizing our fears and helps in taking control of them. It is worthwile to read several times, every time is different.

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

It made me go back to my childhood.

Loved the whole concept and visions

I love the concept of embracing your shadow side, and the ways to look into them. A subject we don’t look
Into enough because most of us are scared who we find. I esp enjoyed the positive look on exploring though. Why 4 stars? Debbie Fords part was less eye-opening for me and the pace of her talking was too slow for me. I dozed off. Listening to her on speed 1.5 helped me focus. Maybe that’s something I should look into ;)

Having 3 different views make a world of difference

I’m so thankful to have had an opportunity to view these facts, and have them explained through three different individuals opinions. It’s strange how in the first portion I gained such a peace, in the second portion, I had more understanding of the shadow within, and in the third portion, I realize how much work I have in front of me.

This book is well worth the read, and I believe if you’re able to take it in and process it will change your life and how you move forward in it.

Please hire a professional narrator

Would you listen to The Shadow Effect again? Why?

I would prefer to read the book over listening to this performance twice. The content was very interesting and worth the single listen, but I WILL NOT listen twice.

How did the narrator detract from the book?

I really enjoy the work of Deepak Chopra, but I find his narration very distracting. I was further distracted from the other authors who presented their own chapters.

I recognize and appreciate that some listeners find comfort and sincerity in hearing the authors words spoken by the authors themselves, as if they were attending a seminar with the author. I am not one of those people. After listening to well over 75 audio books I have become accustomed to professional narrators. With professional narrators I am able to relax and take in the content. When hearing professional authors perform like amateurs I become distracted and spend more time trying to become adjusted to their voice and pace.

To help quantify my personal bias, I would much prefer to listen to a musical album that was done in the studio than listen to a concert performance of the same album.

In the future, I will not purchase any audio books that are narrated by their authors. I will save those for print format.

Really appreciated Debbie Ford

My favorite part of this audio book is Debbie Ford's section. I appreciate her way of thinking and her narration.