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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 158.1 EAN: 9780874777925 Edition: Revised ISBN: 0874777925 Label: Tarcher Manufacturer: Tarcher Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 224 Publication Date: October 20, 2005 Publisher: Tarcher Studio: Tarcher Related Items:
Editorial Review: Product Description: Two pioneers of the human potential movement offer this new edition of their classic work, updated for a new generation of readers. George Leonard and Michael Murphy's groundbreaking human realization program has helped thousands of people harness their potential and capitalize on their ability for growth to enrich their lives. Through balanced and comprehensive long-term practice, we can transform our lives using Integral Transformative Practice, or ITP, a program developed by Murphy and Leonard and followed by thousands of people worldwide. Drawing upon the authors' combined seventy years of experience in the study of human transformation, The Life We Are Given presents an extensive program for realizing the potential of body, mind, heart, and soul, both for individual actualization and community improvement. With inspiring true stories of the struggles and triumphs of ITP workshop students interwoven into the authors' detailed program, this important book provides a rich source of motivation and guidance for the seeker. Perhaps even more relevant today than when it was published to great acclaim ten years ago, The Life We Are Given urges readers to begin that most important of human journeys: the journey toward a better, more fully realized self. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Integral Transformative Practice I just finished The Life We Are Given(TLWAG.) The examples and techniques are interesting, and I am incorporating the ideas in my schedule. We'll see if it has the desired final results. Clearly the holistic approach to total fitness (sould, mind, body)should yield the best results. My only complaint is regarding the anecdotal commentary, and reference to experiences of study groups, often going back 20 years. The authors could have spent more time on the meat and bones ... Read More Rating: - many paths, many practiceesThe authors have been leaders in the human potential area for many years: Michael Murphy is the founder of the Esalen Institute, and George Leonard is author of a number of books. In this collaborative work, they present an overview of a course they developed at Esalen, described as an exploration of the twelve aspects of human functioning outlined in Murphy's book "The Future of the Body..." In the introduction to this book, they write, "Every person on this planet can join in the process ... Read More Rating:  - Great for BeginnersDespite all of the respect I have for Leonard and Murphy with their theoretical work in various fields and their other books, I found "The Life We are Given" to be two things: a simple, and somewhat effective practice, and prematurely self-congratulatory. Before reading on, if you are someone who is looking for a way to transform your life and to create new and healthy habits--if you don't already have a practice of your own--I DO recommend this book. The program is simple, logical and very ... Read More Rating:  - For People Who Truly Want to Change ThemselvesIf you really want a method that will lhelp you make changes to yourself and in your life, this book will point the way. After reading this book, and following the ITP as set forth in it, at the age of 60 I began running and 6 months later completed a marathon as my first road race (in the middle of my age group). I'm now 65 and have consistently followed the Integral Transformative Practice outlined in the book to work at making myself a healthier, more creative, loving, and wiser person. Be aware, however, ... Read More Rating: - For beginners - yay, for advanced - nayFirst off I'm really sorry to rain on this parade of 5-star reviews only. As with any book, I say: "buy it if you want to, you can always send it back" - don't let my review put you off getting this book if you feel you want it. I however, will be sending this book back. Why? Because it's full of stuff I, and most likely everyone who has done some reading in the self-help and self-improvement section, already know(s). Let me explain: This is what "Integral Transformative ... Read More 
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