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Your Hidden Riches: Unleashing the Power of Ritual to Create a Life of Meaning and Purpose
From the New York Times bestselling authors of The Passion Test comes a book that will teach readers to harness the power of ritual to unlock their unique gifts and create a life of love, wealth, and happiness.
Rituals are the common feature of every ancient culture on Earth. Yet, modern society has lost touch with the power and value of ritual to create a rhythm for daily life, balance, and a connection with others. In the process, many of us have lost touch with ourselves.
Your Hidden Riches is a call to reignite the power of personal and community rituals--to sustain us in the midst of an ever-increasing onslaught of information and expectations, and to sustain our world by reawakening the awareness of our interconnection with all life.
In the book you will learn to engage with:
-Rituals for Magical Relationships
-Rituals for Diet, Health, and Beauty
-Creating Wealth Through Ritual
-Rituals for the Seasons of Life
-Rituals for a Closer Family Circle
Embracing ritual will allow you to finally live the life of health, wisdom, and love that you deserve.
Rituals are the common feature of every ancient culture on Earth. Yet, modern society has lost touch with the power and value of ritual to create a rhythm for daily life, balance, and a connection with others. In the process, many of us have lost touch with ourselves.
Your Hidden Riches is a call to reignite the power of personal and community rituals--to sustain us in the midst of an ever-increasing onslaught of information and expectations, and to sustain our world by reawakening the awareness of our interconnection with all life.
In the book you will learn to engage with:
-Rituals for Magical Relationships
-Rituals for Diet, Health, and Beauty
-Creating Wealth Through Ritual
-Rituals for the Seasons of Life
-Rituals for a Closer Family Circle
Embracing ritual will allow you to finally live the life of health, wisdom, and love that you deserve.
304 pages, Hardcover
First published January 14, 2014
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February 9, 2017
The first pages of this book were promising - I was excited for what it might hold. But then I didn't really find a lot of riches, especially new ones. First - it was all over the place for me. Stories of other people. Then some contented that didn't always relate well. The best takeaways for me where the short summaries in the grey boxes. They should have been played out more. For example: Meditation - page 76. Its a key practice that should be highlighted. There is a grey box on breathing techniques, a story of Marcy and her experiments with TM, then 3 pages later some diagram on life design.
And I found this same pattern on all other key topics that are an integral part of life, such as self love, nutrition, finding a soulmate (Arielle Ford's story is recounted yet again, like in so many other books) etc. It just does not flow well. Good topics, good idea, but no coherent flow, no clear practice to follow, no comprehensive plan.
The big idea of the Life Design was simply not played out well. I walked away not really sure what my life design is and how to go about it.
Lastly - the book never really addressed me - the reader. It was to focused on the characters of the stories in the book and how the life design played out for them. Seemed to me the authors didn't really know how to present the lessons and make it something clear and applicable for the reader.
A book with such a promising title NEEDS to deliver more.
And I found this same pattern on all other key topics that are an integral part of life, such as self love, nutrition, finding a soulmate (Arielle Ford's story is recounted yet again, like in so many other books) etc. It just does not flow well. Good topics, good idea, but no coherent flow, no clear practice to follow, no comprehensive plan.
The big idea of the Life Design was simply not played out well. I walked away not really sure what my life design is and how to go about it.
Lastly - the book never really addressed me - the reader. It was to focused on the characters of the stories in the book and how the life design played out for them. Seemed to me the authors didn't really know how to present the lessons and make it something clear and applicable for the reader.
A book with such a promising title NEEDS to deliver more.
April 14, 2015
I'm through reading this book but I'm far from through with it. I didn't know what to expect when I started. I feel like it has helped me to begin a new way of being, thinking, reacting, etc. There are some parts that seem way out of my comfort zone but as I go through it again I will consider what to embrace and what to save for "maybe later", if I can get to a point that I am more open and comfortable trying those (at least once).
I think a book like this can help a lot of people for whatever reason they may be dissatisfied, or "off" in their lives. It has been useful to me in a few areas already. I'm looking forward to going through it again and taking more time on each section. It's not exactly a walk in the park though so if you want that meaningful, purposeful life you should probably be prepared to put the work in to get there.
I should mention that I have read a couple of other books recently (see books on my profile under "health" or "reviewed") that I would characterize as complementary to this one. Combined they have all provided me with steps towards a better outlook for my life; even with the struggles I face.
I received this book as a winner of a First Reads Giveaway. Thanks!
I think a book like this can help a lot of people for whatever reason they may be dissatisfied, or "off" in their lives. It has been useful to me in a few areas already. I'm looking forward to going through it again and taking more time on each section. It's not exactly a walk in the park though so if you want that meaningful, purposeful life you should probably be prepared to put the work in to get there.
I should mention that I have read a couple of other books recently (see books on my profile under "health" or "reviewed") that I would characterize as complementary to this one. Combined they have all provided me with steps towards a better outlook for my life; even with the struggles I face.
I received this book as a winner of a First Reads Giveaway. Thanks!
October 10, 2014
*Received a free uncorrected proof paperback from the GoodReads First Reads giveaway**
Was really looking forward to this read, as I am trying to overcome daily, chronic, debilitating pain & other medical challenges. Maintaining a positive attitude and outlook has become a major focus of my everyday life. Thus, this "ritual" based book seemed a good possibility to me.
Unfortunately, the "blurb"s & previous reviews did not match what I have found contained within this book. Overall I felt frustrated, discouraged & irritated more than anything else while reading this tome.
SO not my cup of tea~ bible-thumping, heavy-handed christian references and misogynistic dominant povs make gleaning meaningful or helpful nuggets very irksome & annoying. Thus my search for actual HELP from THIS "self-help" book failed! :/
Was really looking forward to this read, as I am trying to overcome daily, chronic, debilitating pain & other medical challenges. Maintaining a positive attitude and outlook has become a major focus of my everyday life. Thus, this "ritual" based book seemed a good possibility to me.
Unfortunately, the "blurb"s & previous reviews did not match what I have found contained within this book. Overall I felt frustrated, discouraged & irritated more than anything else while reading this tome.
SO not my cup of tea~ bible-thumping, heavy-handed christian references and misogynistic dominant povs make gleaning meaningful or helpful nuggets very irksome & annoying. Thus my search for actual HELP from THIS "self-help" book failed! :/
March 10, 2015
I'm such a sucker for these books on the "New Non-fiction" shelf at the library. Using the concept of "ritual" for an umbrella, you're offered an array of tidy proposals to make your life more full of meaning, including in-depth looks at a few philosophies, in one case Byron Katie...sort of the Reader's Digest Condensed version. It's kind of a recycled/re-branded combination of all the self-help books you've read.
March 6, 2021
It was just a basic “be good to yourself” book. I thought it was going to be specifically focused on ritual but it really wasn’t.
September 12, 2023
slow start, easy introduction to a well described and encouraging primer of basic process.
November 14, 2015
I received a complementary copy of this book for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience.
My intention is to be led by my spirit, and not my ego, in life. Easier said than done. Until I read Your Hidden Riches: Unleashing the Power of Ritual to Create a Life of Meaning and Purpose I didn’t realize the value of ritual to connect to my spiritual side. Authors Janet Bray Atwood and Chris Atwood have created a wonderful guide for recognizing and practicing ritual in our day to day lives.
“Your hidden potential is woven into the secret patterning of your life,” say the authors. “The answers to your deepest questions and most cherished hopes aren’t somewhere outside you. Life is the answer to life. You must connect with that part of you where these answers, your riches, lie.” How to do that? Through ritual, they believe.
In reading Hidden Riches I became aware of behaviors I do often - I just didn’t call them “rituals”. My meditation practice, for example, is a personal ritual. More than just a new label for a common behavior, though, the book reaffirmed the value of my meditation practice to me, and encouraged me to be more consistent with it. A ritual, after all, is not done haphazardly, but is repeated in a regular pattern.
Rituals do not have to be lofty spiritual practices, either. I liked how the authors gave examples of other types of rituals. One parent, for instance, asks three questions to her five year old as a bed time ritual:
“What is the best thing that happened to you today? What was the worst thing that happened to you today? What was the silliest thing that happened to you today?”
The parent was surprised when her child turned the question back on her – “what’s the silliest thing you did today, Mommy?” – which led to the Mom to reevaluate her daily routine. “I couldn’t remotely remember anything silly,” the Mom said, “In that moment I realized I hadn’t been silly enough during my day. From that moment I looked for silly, fun, light moments I could share (with my son). His bedtime ritual has unexpectedly changed my life.” This story got me thinking of the rituals I do with my family and to give them the high priority they deserve.
“What you are drawn to, what you are passionate about, what you are good at, are all part of the unique design of your life,” say the authors. “When you are aligned with the design, you feel joyful, fulfilled, and purposeful.” Who wouldn’t want that for his or her life? If paying more attention to ritual can get me there, I’m all for it. Your Hidden Riches led me to reevaluate my current rituals, and think of new ones to implement, too.
My intention is to be led by my spirit, and not my ego, in life. Easier said than done. Until I read Your Hidden Riches: Unleashing the Power of Ritual to Create a Life of Meaning and Purpose I didn’t realize the value of ritual to connect to my spiritual side. Authors Janet Bray Atwood and Chris Atwood have created a wonderful guide for recognizing and practicing ritual in our day to day lives.
“Your hidden potential is woven into the secret patterning of your life,” say the authors. “The answers to your deepest questions and most cherished hopes aren’t somewhere outside you. Life is the answer to life. You must connect with that part of you where these answers, your riches, lie.” How to do that? Through ritual, they believe.
In reading Hidden Riches I became aware of behaviors I do often - I just didn’t call them “rituals”. My meditation practice, for example, is a personal ritual. More than just a new label for a common behavior, though, the book reaffirmed the value of my meditation practice to me, and encouraged me to be more consistent with it. A ritual, after all, is not done haphazardly, but is repeated in a regular pattern.
Rituals do not have to be lofty spiritual practices, either. I liked how the authors gave examples of other types of rituals. One parent, for instance, asks three questions to her five year old as a bed time ritual:
“What is the best thing that happened to you today? What was the worst thing that happened to you today? What was the silliest thing that happened to you today?”
The parent was surprised when her child turned the question back on her – “what’s the silliest thing you did today, Mommy?” – which led to the Mom to reevaluate her daily routine. “I couldn’t remotely remember anything silly,” the Mom said, “In that moment I realized I hadn’t been silly enough during my day. From that moment I looked for silly, fun, light moments I could share (with my son). His bedtime ritual has unexpectedly changed my life.” This story got me thinking of the rituals I do with my family and to give them the high priority they deserve.
“What you are drawn to, what you are passionate about, what you are good at, are all part of the unique design of your life,” say the authors. “When you are aligned with the design, you feel joyful, fulfilled, and purposeful.” Who wouldn’t want that for his or her life? If paying more attention to ritual can get me there, I’m all for it. Your Hidden Riches led me to reevaluate my current rituals, and think of new ones to implement, too.
August 15, 2014
I want to start off by saying thank you to the Attwoods for sending me a free copy in the giveaway! I would also like to thank them for writing this book in the first place.. it really hit home and made a huge difference in my performance.
Reading some of the previous reviews, I'd just like to say.. as someone whom once wore a bible belt, I do not see this book as inappropriate for Christians or any other religion.
The book is captivating from the start. I highlighted so many sections where I started having "aha" moments. As a self-improvement enthusiast, I find this book to be one of my favorites of all time, possibly because the tips are so relevant to what I need in my life. The advice is suggestive, yet not overbearing; they are teaching you how to tap into yourself to create your own unique way of life. If you are not open to creating positive changes, then you are probably not ready to read this book because you cannot expect to have change without effort. With the endless count of powerful references throughout the book, you are bound to be convinced.
Regardless if you ever decide to adapt your life to the power of ritual, this book is inspiring and will put you on a creative streak.
Reading some of the previous reviews, I'd just like to say.. as someone whom once wore a bible belt, I do not see this book as inappropriate for Christians or any other religion.
The book is captivating from the start. I highlighted so many sections where I started having "aha" moments. As a self-improvement enthusiast, I find this book to be one of my favorites of all time, possibly because the tips are so relevant to what I need in my life. The advice is suggestive, yet not overbearing; they are teaching you how to tap into yourself to create your own unique way of life. If you are not open to creating positive changes, then you are probably not ready to read this book because you cannot expect to have change without effort. With the endless count of powerful references throughout the book, you are bound to be convinced.
Regardless if you ever decide to adapt your life to the power of ritual, this book is inspiring and will put you on a creative streak.
August 12, 2014
I received this book free as a give away through Goodreads First Reads. Thank you to the Attwoods. However, I have read what I could. I just cannot grasp the meanings that the authors are putting into print. I was raised a Christian and still consider myself to be one, but as far as having any more purpose than worshiping my God, I do not see any more purpose for me. I have been disabled now for a couple of years and when I receive a book, I love being able to read to give me something to do. I guess what I am trying to say is, not everyone feels that they have much of a purpose in life other than to actually just be.
The book is intriguing, but I would not say it is "meaningful to me."
The book is intriguing, but I would not say it is "meaningful to me."
September 2, 2014
Empowering! I loved the book Your Hidden Riches: Unleashing the Power of Ritual to Create a Life of Meaning and Purpose, and I believe this book is an important tool to enhancing internal happiness. I'm a fan of Jung and his work on ritual psychology, so I found this book to be a very delightful read.
June 24, 2016
This book helped me out in many ways. It is not the Secret re-packaged or etc. It helped me with my thinking and find a meaning in my new business. It is full of Christian references and some may not enjoy that, but I did. It won't be for everyone, but was a help to me.
August 14, 2014
Some good information burried in a what is almost written like a graduate thesis paper.
Bogged down in too much detail and lots of name dropping. If you are tired of Wayne Dwyer, Mike Dooley, et al. This might be an OK change.
Bogged down in too much detail and lots of name dropping. If you are tired of Wayne Dwyer, Mike Dooley, et al. This might be an OK change.
September 5, 2014
This book is very deep, and is going to take me weeks to fully get through, digest and implement. But what I've read and begun to implement so far is already making a change in my life. I'm feeling much more grateful and positive in every situation that comes my way.
June 23, 2015
its a good book I was stuck since page 1 since this genre of books are the ones I like and are interested in thank you for the giveaway......its very helpful and fulfilling till the final page.
October 16, 2024
Really a 3.5 for me. Some parts were stellar, some not so much. Giving it a 4 because a couple chapters really spoke to me, and I'm glad I picked it up for those chapters.
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August 12, 2014I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads and will rate once I have read the book.
March 17, 2015
I'd prefer this information in seminar/workshop format instead of the book.
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May 13, 2019"Be willing to accept that you live in a friendly universe, and that life is organized to support you. Doesn't it make sense that life in such a universe should have the potential to be fun and easy?" (66).
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