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MCake · 04-29-2009, 09:12 PM

Has anyone read this book? Someone loaned me "A Return to Love" audiobook which, as I understand it, is based on ACIM.

Any thoughts on either one?

Dean62 · 04-30-2009, 01:14 AM

Interesting timeing Matt. I was just reading from this site. www.12stepmiracle.com - 12 Steps Intro
I read through it about a year ago, it uses the 12 steps and ACIM, check it out.

I haven't read the book yet but I will get around to it. Last week I noticed my sponsor had an old edition, he said it was great 11th step work.....since I was on step for I put it down.

I'm looking forward to hearing from anyone who has read it as well.

***Anna*** · 05-05-2009, 02:21 PM

Hi Matt,

I have both of those books by Marianne Williamson. "A Return to Love" is a really wonderful book. I liked A Course in Miracles too.

MCake · 05-05-2009, 08:09 PM

Thanks, Anna

I've never done the audiobook thing before, but I'll try to hunker down and listen to it. Maybe take notes? Seems worth it, as I've read excellent reviews of her books @ Amazon.

TryingisDying · 05-08-2009, 07:12 AM

I have read bits and pieces and really can relate to it...sometimes it is a little to deep for me....

jerect · 06-22-2009, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by TryingisDying

I have read bits and pieces and really can relate to it...sometimes it is a little to deep for me....

Same here.. I keep picking it up and putting it back down only after reading a few pages... One day when the times is right I suppose I will get through it..

tjp613 · 08-21-2009, 11:46 PM

About 8 years ago I was determined to plow through ACIM and I read diligently every night. Previous attempts had left my head spinning as I found it to be very difficult to comprehend and would have to re-read a paragraph 3 times before moving to the next one. (I am not an unintelligent person!) But even when I read with diligence and perseverance I only got to about page 75 or 100 before I put it aside once again. Haven't picked it up since. It is an incredibly interesting piece of work, however, and I recommend that you at least have it on your shelf. When the time is right you'll pick it up.

MCake · 08-22-2009, 02:36 PM

Thanks for sharing your experience, TJP

Really appreciate it.

Since my original post, I've read parts of ACIM, and dabbled with the exercise workbook. I have recently found the work of Eva Pierrakos; though very similar to ACIM, Pierrakos' lectures feel like a better match for me... I can relate to them more organically, it just "feels" right.

However, I suspect that the basic message both of them deliver is ultimately the same - I'll probably check back on ACIM further down the road.

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About 8 years ago I was determined to plow through ACIM and I read diligently every night. Previous attempts had left my head spinning as I found it to be very difficult to comprehend and would have to re-read a paragraph 3 times before moving to the next one. (I am not an unintelligent person!) But even when I read with diligence and perseverance I only got to about page 75 or 100 before I put it aside once again. Haven't picked it up since. It is an incredibly interesting piece of work, however, and I recommend that you at least have it on your shelf. When the time is right you'll pick it up.

***artsoul*** · 05-22-2010, 05:07 PM

I know this is an old thread, but I just wanted to say that this is an amazing book. I've been studying it off and on for about 20 years and would love to discuss it with anyone who feels the same. :-)

Sunshine2 · 06-25-2010, 07:36 AM

Artsoul I have been studying it for the last 8 years. I think the key is to do the workbook lessons. It seems to unlock the meaning of the text. I must admit that I have moved away lately and I can always feel it when I do. My peace of mind goes out the window and I feel heavy. The 11th step? Mmmm... Interesting.

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MCake Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 2,261 Blog Entries: 8	A Course in Miracles Has anyone read this book? Someone loaned me "A Return to Love" audiobook which, as I understand it, is based on ACIM. Any thoughts on either one? __________________ *Giving up doesn't always mean you are weak; sometimes it means that you are strong enough to let go. ~ Author Unknown*

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Dean62 Adjusting my Sails Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 1,029 Blog Entries: 5	Interesting timeing Matt. I was just reading from this site. www.12stepmiracle.com - 12 Steps Intro I read through it about a year ago, it uses the 12 steps and ACIM, check it out. I haven't read the book yet but I will get around to it. Last week I noticed my sponsor had an old edition, he said it was great 11th step work.....since I was on step for I put it down. I'm looking forward to hearing from anyone who has read it as well. __________________ I long to accomplish a great and noble task; but my chief duty is to accomplish small tasks as if they were great and noble - Helen Keller

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*Anna* Administrator Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Dancing in the Light Posts: 22,759	Hi Matt, I have both of those books by Marianne Williamson. "A Return to Love" is a really wonderful book. I liked A Course in Miracles too. __________________ And I dont know what the future is holding in store I dont know where Im going, Im not sure where I've been There's a spirit that guides me, a light that shines for me My life is worth the living, I dont need to see the end. John Denver

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TryingisDying Getting out of my own way! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Looking for a place to turn around Posts: 257	I have read bits and pieces and really can relate to it...sometimes it is a little to deep for me.... __________________ **************************************** "Nothing changes..Nothing changes" ~Do Daily~ Am I meditating and getting closer to God? Am I eating and exercising correctly? Am I keeping up on my obligations and commitments? What am I doing for my pleasure?

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05-05-2009, 08:09 PM	#4 (permalink)
MCake Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 2,261 Blog Entries: 8	Thanks, Anna I've never done the audiobook thing before, but I'll try to hunker down and listen to it. Maybe take notes? Seems worth it, as I've read excellent reviews of her books @ Amazon.

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tjp613 Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Land of Cotton Posts: 2,538 Blog Entries: 7	About 8 years ago I was determined to plow through ACIM and I read diligently every night. Previous attempts had left my head spinning as I found it to be very difficult to comprehend and would have to re-read a paragraph 3 times before moving to the next one. (I am not an unintelligent person!) But even when I read with diligence and perseverance I only got to about page 75 or 100 before I put it aside once again. Haven't picked it up since. It is an incredibly interesting piece of work, however, and I recommend that you at least have it on your shelf. When the time is right you'll pick it up.

05-22-2010, 05:07 PM	#9 (permalink)
*artsoul* Community Greeter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi Posts: 5,310	I know this is an old thread, but I just wanted to say that this is an amazing book. I've been studying it off and on for about 20 years and would love to discuss it with anyone who feels the same. :-)

06-25-2010, 07:36 AM	#10 (permalink)
Sunshine2 The sun still shines Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 198	Artsoul I have been studying it for the last 8 years. I think the key is to do the workbook lessons. It seems to unlock the meaning of the text. I must admit that I have moved away lately and I can always feel it when I do. My peace of mind goes out the window and I feel heavy. The 11th step? Mmmm... Interesting.

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