Quantum Success - The Astounding Science of Wealth and Happiness author: Sandra Anne Taylor Hay House 2006 ISBN #1-4019-0732-7 Sandra Anne Taylor is an international speaker, counselor, and corporate consultant. In "Quantum Success" she shares her wisdom about the science of success, and about abundant living based on the principles of quantum physics. She takes these principles and brings them down to the level of day today living, where we can all apply them to our lives with positive results. Taylor struck me as an interesting author (and person) from the very beginning of the book. Literally, in how she arranged the outline of her work! With a wry sense of humor, she developed each of the seven sections of her book with one less chapter, turning it into a literal "countdown" for success. The work here is very much based in the present. The past "is what it is", and the future is not yet known. The actions that we can take are in the present, and come from living in the moment. In working with this book, it is important to keep a journal. Each chapter comes with its own set of exercises that will allow the reader to see where they are concerning the specific issues in that chapter. Along with the journal, Taylor also encourages the use of affirmations. At the end of each chapter she shares several affirmations that can be used based on the material within that chapter. (What better way for the reader to see how to develop their own affirmations!) Then comes intent - the reader needs to work with their inner intentions - to the point of stating them as one would state an affirmation. Over time, stating our intentions makes them part of our psyche, and helps us align with our beliefs and goals in a more positive fashion. The first thing that Taylor addresses are the seven universal laws of success: The Law of Manifestation, The Law of Magnetism, The Law of Pure Desire, the Law of Paradoxical Intent, The Law of Right Action, and The Law of Expanding Influence. Through seeing how these universal truths work in our lives, we begin to see the nature of the quantum world, and how aligning ourselves with these laws helps us to create infinite happiness and success. Our success now becomes our own responsibility. This is followed by the six personal powers of success: The Power of Letting Go, The Power of Consciousness, The Power of Energy, The Power of Intention, the Power of Choice, and The Power of Love. To transform ourselves, we need to find what actions we need to take, in the present, to manifest the life that we want. Taylor makes a point of noting that all the resources that we need are already within us. Now we look at success itself, and the five magnetic energies of success: The Energy of Confidence, The Energy of Optimism, The Energy of Purpose, The Energy of Presence, and The Energy of Appreciation. When making use of these energies, we align ourselves with the Universal Laws. Our personal vibration is literally in alignment with the Universal flow. Here is where we create a shift in consciousness. We have to take action, we have to have a plan - here Taylor presents the four steps to success: Commit to Your Goal, Set Up A Step-by-Step Plan, Take Action Every Day, and Let Go of the Attachment Without Stopping the Action. Planning and action in the real world is what helps us achieve our goals. Clear thought is needed about the desired outcome and the steps that it takes to get you there. We do not achieve success alone. Taylor presents three what she terms "unseen" assistants to success: Your Higher Self; Angels, Guides, and Loving Spirits; and The Divine Presence. Our experiences in life are impacted in many ways by these unseen forces. Since we need to look at all things, Taylor also presents the two main obstacles to success: Engaging in Limiting Beliefs, and Giving Up Too Soon. What we draw to us is an energetic response to our own thoughts and actions. The two greatest blocks that we can face are then self-imposed - and can be changed by us, since we are their original author's! Life is a process - take part in it! Which brings us to the one path to success: Living With A Joyous, Successful Consciousness. As we align ourselves with the Universal Laws of Attraction, we feel an energy shift within us, as well as a shift in consciousness. We open ourselves emotionally, and experience a great joy in life. Each chapter in this book begins with a synopsis of what is to follow. The information is presented through fact, and through story (examples from Taylor's life). There are exercises to do, questions to ask yourself, and journaling. At the end of each chapter are a series of affirmations based on the chapter content. For anyone who is willing to explore life, to take an active part in their own life, to take responsibility and grow, this book is not only an excellent resource, but an active template to a more successful life. © June 2006 Bonnie Cehovet Personal Lifestyle Reading - I offer a Personal Lifestyle Reading using Tarot that looks at past, present and future influences in your life, at the energies that are currently available to help you along your path, and at those energies that are appearing as challanges. My goal is to offer you insight into your decision making process, as well as tools that you can use to both better understand your path and make conscious, choice centered decisions. Home Personal Empowerment links Personal Empowerment articles Graphics by Art for the web