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The Poisoned Arrow: A Toltec Guide to Overcoming Fear

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The poison is fear—this book is the cure.

When the world wounds us with a metaphorical arrow, many of us spend our days chasing unanswerable  Why was I hurt? Who is to blame? Will it happen again? Beneath these restless inquiries lies a deeper even though the event is now over, the fear it left behind is like a poison. It courses through our veins—whispering doubts, weaving prisons from old wounds, and painting the world in shades of threat and scarcity.

But there is an antidote.

In this transformative guide to overcoming fear, beloved Toltec teacher don Miguel Ruiz Jr. invites you to remove both the arrow and its poison. Through Toltec wisdom and timeless parable, you will learn Recognize fear’s hidden influence in your thoughts, words, and choices. Break free from fear-based agreements that keep you trapped in anxiety and unhappiness. Reclaim your power as the artist of your life, creating a reality rooted in peace and authenticity.
With prose as tender as it is incisive, this book is not a map—it is a mirror. Look closely, and you may find that the antidote was always within you.

240 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 26, 2025

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September 12, 2025
Life Changing

Much needed book to help move through (paralyzing) fear and attachments and connect to the deep love of the inner Self. I will be rereading this book many times!
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August 26, 2025
Beautiful, beautiful. Listen to it when going for a walk. You won’t regret it ;)
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September 19, 2025
I was astonished by how much was packed into this little book. It was not only about facing your fears, but gave the reader a way to navigate the healing process.
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October 12, 2025
not as good as their other books. kind of disappointed.
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December 31, 2025
About fear

This book is all about overcoming certain
psychological fears. It has helped me a great deal. I had been filled with fear since I was a young child

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