The Answer is You

by Michael Bernard Beckwith

In times of challenge and change, there are key questions that many share: Do we search for meaning, or grasp for survival? How can we prosper and grow? What is genuine happiness and how may we experience it?As one of the most respected visionary teachers of our time, Michael Bernard Beckwith addresses these profound questions in his first public television special. In the full-length book, Beckwith explores in depth these topics and more, including his acclaimed teachings on life visioning, prosperity, abundance and living from the overflow.Beckwith's unwavering conviction about creating a world that works for everyone is contagious, encouraging and convincing. Readers will experience greater self-awareness, courage and self-reliance.

Genres: Spirituality, Nonfiction

124 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

Michael Bernard Beckwith is a New Thought minister, author, and founder and spiritual director of the Agape International Spiritual Center in Beverly Hills, California.

Reviews

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

"every delay is NOT a denial.It simply means you are getting something that you are going to need to go forward. This is what the delays mean...the universe is friendly and for you...when there is a delay you have to ask, 'what is it that is trying to emerge right now in my life, what is it that i need to become in order to move forward, what gift do i need to activate, what potential is within me that is seeking to express itself."

"the bane of the human experience is that we complain and bemoan about what we do not have when we are sitting on so much beauty, we are sitting on so much capacity to share and give and we want to wake up every single day in gratitude for everything that we already have. We want to begin to use what we have. Often times people are running around trying to get something more in their life and they are not utilizing what they have, not praising what they have; are not in gratitude for what they have. They are constantly complaining about what they do not have and so this universal law matches that vibration and says you don't have it, you'll never have it because that is what is coming out of your mouth on a regular basis, you want to use what you have begin to take an inventory in your life of every good and perfect thing that you already have every gift every capacity within you."

"Begin to look and see what you have. The universe will match that awareness of what you have and more will be given to you. How often does complaining which bob marley called 'prayers to the devil' come out of your mouth."

"A lot of you have place holders in negativity. You have something you are worried about, something you are complaining about. You go to an event and something inspires you, but then your mind goes back to what you were worried about. This is a place holder in negativity. You should have a place holder in affirmations, a place holder with 'ah-ha moments'. so when things start to get you down, you can go back to that awareness of affirmations. This will match the vibrations of the universe."

"Three questions to ask yourself: how can I grow, what can i give and what can i celebrate. you want to ask this every day. so at the end of the day, you are not the same person who got out of bed. you had a revelation, you tried something new, you had an insight and you become more of yourself. you don't want to be the same person 365 days from today.you want to evolve, you want to express yourself better. you ask how can i give and the universe will fill your hands with more than you can handle. what can i celebrate-you life your octave and you keep manifesting more and more to celebrate."

[Barbara Bullock, M.F.A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very inspirational with specific exercises to ask yourself questions. The answer to those questions is indeed you. Work through them and you'll get answers to many questions you have always had. Thank you, Michael Bernard Beckwith, for another masterpiece. Love, Barbara Bullock, M.F.A., spiritual writer

[Charles Reed · Rating 4 out of 5]

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My goodness, this level of Charisma and belief in yourself is just absolutely admirable, and I am going to take his energy level away from this and put it back to myself!

As always, books to talk you up and teach you how to be a better you and build up on yourself and appreciate the world around you are great, and that is something that is encompassed right here.

[Thurman Faison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Actually, I listened to the audio version of "The answer is You". In The Answer is You, Michael Beckwith seeks to direct our attention to the primary factor in any meaningful change in our lives. It is not external, it is rather internal , through connection with the Eternal. He makes it clear that it all starts within us, in our thoughts, our attitudes, and our expectations. He speaks convincingly of the limitations we impose upon ourselves through focusing on the negativity we adopt from the world around us. He points out that so much of what we hear is of a self-limiting nature, and it is our individual responsibility to find our true self or best self which is only discovered by accessing a higher consciousness of the Divine. The personal interview that follows his presentation allows us to hear the man himself explain his personal experiences which finally brought him into the spiritual realities he now understands so well. Some of his experiences may be a bit far out for some people to identify with, especially his "out of body" experiences. He also shares his concepts of Affirmations, Prayer, and Meditation, which are quite informative to the serious seeker in spiritual matters. To better understand Michael Beckwith and his spiritual journey, this is a must hear audio CD. Thurman L Faison, author "To The Spiritually Inclined"

[Horace Barnes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book interesting and inspirational.

But I would like to know how the concept of one's happiness positively
impacting someone 3-4 degrees removed, could be tested or even have anecdotal testimonials collected.

I do appreciate the importance he placed on happiness.

[Another · Rating 2 out of 5]

didn't finish

[Jack Stephens · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple and clear guidance for understanding your true nature and who is responsible for expressing it.

[Jackie Easley]

My rating this book would not help anyone else. It is about your journey and everyone will view that differently.

[Kristina Mosley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful book, by a very powerful new thought leader.

[Azaan Kamau · Rating 5 out of 5]

EXCELLENT! Thank you Dr. Beckwith!