New Chakra Healing: Activate Your 32 Energy Centers (Llewellyn's Whole Life Series)

"I found this book to be well written and helpful but I'm a fan of Cindi Dale's books"
~ Written on 2008-01-13

"When I started reading this book, I would have given it five stars, based on all the information that it provided. However, after finishing it, I have to lower that rating.

First off, for those readers who claim there are exercises to use this system, I haven't found any practical exercises listed. She often quotes guiding her clients with different techniques, but those techniques are not listed. The information she provides, is a good start for someone with strong intuition abilities to find their own techniques- but not for someone who wants true instructions on using the system.

I also have to wonder about the authors true credentials. She quotes MANY books throughout her own book, talks about all the places she's been and people she's studied with, and offers several examples of people she's helped. So with all of this experience in mind, she must have started when she was either 12 or is now 60- because true understanding of such practices isn't something you can learn in a short period of time. I think a lot of her knowledge has been gained from books, and I don't believe that she actually studied with all the true practioners as much as she has claimed. I also am skeptical of some of her 'real life' experiences she reports- as some have inconsistency problems.

Also, has anyone looked online for "Life Systems Services" that she is president of? The ONLY place it's listed, is in her biographical information for her books. There is no website nor contact information in any phone directory in Minnesota. Her contact information on her website is also very vague and mysterious. I have e-mailed regarding information- but the only e-mail contact listed is to another author with her own website and books. I have yet to receive a reply.

I believe the information she provides is helpful, but I disbelieve some of her 'personal based' information and training- that's just my own impression. I have gotten benefit from her book- so I'm not disuading people from buying it. However, don't expect a "how to" book- which was what I was expecting. There is a reason she has an "Advanced Chakra Healing" book published afterall.

I'm not trying to be negative, just expressing my own experiences with this book. I believe that people have a right to know what to expect- and this book was recommended to me highly- so I expected more than it contained. I just want people to know that it's not the 'Holy Grail' but a guide to further understanding- with more information than other Chakra books. I just wished it had more actual instructions, less 'fluff' as far as her questionable actual experiences, and less quotes from other authors. None of these quotes were helpful- and none of the experiences she wrote of were helpful. To be helpful, tell us how to achieve results ourselves, in our own homes- not about what other people experienced as your clients.

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~ Written on 2006-02-06

"Very lala, not usefull, for the serious seeker pass this cook book, it is not because you're dealing with more chakras you'll find any understanding in this book.
sorry i was expecting a lot more, some real insight."
~ Written on 2002-11-25

"Cyndi Dale presents a book that deals with Chakras that I have yet to see dublicated. This is a book that emerged from her after years of therapy she performed on countless people she helped. Years of experience are packed neatly into this comprehensive book, and you don't need a college degree to understand it. What I like so much, is that is goes beyond the normal seven recognized chakras to the elusive 32 (33 counting the one that encompasses the whole, which is great because it explains the 33 energies of man from ancient history. Look for the number 33 in many myths and legends of the past). On top of that, she gives you step-by-step on how to use all of them. Of course, this isn't the only way it can be done...this is just her way. You can always take her information and modify it to suit your own needs.

If you want to be a healer (maybe you already are?), or you want to understand your own personal energy system on a much higher level...this is the book for you."
~ Written on 2002-05-29

"This book is chock-full of information on chakras and auras. The author speaks authoritatively, in a voice intended for the average person who may not be used to this approach to dealing with problems or illnesses. She is very well-spoken and convincing. Useful diagrams illustrate the text. It is not vague and flowery but direct and informative. It's interesting to read, and also a handy reference to keep around. I've worked with these energy systems for many years on myself and others and this is a book I regard highly. Many practitioners have different ideas about the number, appearance and locations of these ancient energy systems, so I cannot say whether it is the definitive work or not, but I do find the information in this book to bear out in my own experience. I've used it to help myself and others on issues relating to health, relationships and work, with wonderful results."
~ Written on 2002-02-19