Experts in personal development confirm that reading is an incredible way to strengthen your character and grow. A list of top seven spiritual books for women offers insights into achieving this growth. It combines new age titles with timeless classics. These titles draw references from real life as well as spiritual literature.
The Secret- the book is authored by Rhonda Byrne, a popular television producer in Melbourne. It is such a phenomenon in self development that millions of copies have been downloaded and a movie produced based on this story.
It introduces the law of attraction that can be summed into three parts. Clarity on what you want, believing that you can get it and being ready to possess it. Readers have reported mystical uplifting upon reading it.
The Celestine Prophecy- this is the most successful self published title of all times written by James Redfield. It uses the style of narration and draws parallel to such ideas as Da Vinci Code. It combines such ideas with spiritualism of the new age. The main character embarks on a journey to Peru in search of insights into life. The insights are more relevant that the details of the story.
The Alchemist by Coelho Paulo- the reader tours the pyramids of Egypt through eyes of a shepherd. He shepherd is chasing a timeless treasure which will reveal his personal legend. It is laden with the search for personal purpose in life and interactions with omens. It can be used across religious circles.
The Art of Happiness: A handbook for Living- Howard Cutler was inspired by the happiness exhibited by Dalai Lama amidst the political struggle in Tibet. Howard addresses the western audience with Lama as the example. He seeks to show that happiness is possible on daily basis through very simple acts. He emphasizes that happiness is more mental than physical.
The New Earth: Awakening Your Purpose- Tolle Eckhart examines how the ego can stop you from achieving the happiness you long for. According to Tolle, inner and outer conflicts are always as a result of inflated egos. When Oprah Winfrey featured it in her book club, it became an instant hit and has gone on to be phenomenal.
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success- Chopra gives a unique perspective to the search for success. He is of the opinion that it emerges out of personal fulfillment and happiness other than material possession. He includes dharma- the purpose of life and Karma- cause and effect as part of these laws. It is excellently packaged for the western audience.
The Road Less Traveled- this is the work of Scot Peck, a renowned psychiatrist. He takes a Christian perspective in his presentation. It was released in 1978 and remains an incredible source of spiritual strength. He gives grace, discipline and love as the three pillars of achieving fulfillment.
The best spiritual books are not necessarily written by women. It is their insights and presentation that makes them best sellers. The authors have included incredible exercises and suggestions to help you in the journey of personal growth.
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