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Awaken Your Third Eye: How Accessing Your Sixth Sense Can Help You Find Knowledge, Illumination, and Intuition
Usually, you perceive the world by using your five senses: sight, taste, smell, touch, and hearing.
But there is a sixth sense, an inner eye that can open the gateway to subtler realms of existence. Developing this inner eye will enable you to view a previously invisible world of multiple dimensions, spiritual planes filled with light, and alternate realities of indescribable wonders. This eye of wisdom, knowledge, illumination, and intuition is aptly named the third eye.
Using the methods in Awaken Your Third Eye, you will learn how to develop supersensory perception, and how to use your third eye in your everyday life to receive guidance, healing, wisdom, inspiration, creativity, and spiritual awakening.
- GenresAudiobookNonfiction
288 pages, Paperback
First published April 20, 2015
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About the author
Susan Shumsky
29 books58 followersDr. Susan Shumsky has dedicated her life to helping people take command of their lives in highly effective, powerful, positive ways. She is the best-selling author of 14 books, published by Simon & Schuster, Random House, and New Page. A pioneer in the human potential field, she has spent 50 years teaching thousands of people meditation, prayer, affirmation, and intuition. Her book titles include Miracle Prayer, Divine Revelation, Exploring Meditation, Exploring Auras, Exploring Chakras, How to Hear the Voice of God, Ascension, Instant Healing, The Power of Auras, The Power of Chakras, Awaken Your Third Eye, Awaken Your Divine Intuition, Color Your Chakras, and Maharishi & Me.
Dr. Shumsky is a highly respected spiritual teacher, award-winning author, and founder of Divine Revelation®—a unique field-proven technology for contacting the divine presence, hearing and testing the inner voice, and receiving clear divine guidance. For 22 years, her mentor was Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, who was guru of the Beatles and guru of Deepak Chopra. Dr. Shumsky served on Maharishi's personal staff for 6 years.
A sought-after media guest and highly acclaimed professional speaker, Dr. Shumsky has done over 600 speaking engagements and over 900 media appearances since her first book was published, including Woman's World, GQ, Cosmopolitan, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, nationally syndicated TV and radio, Alan Colmes on FOX news, Coast to Coast AM with George Noory, and William Shatner's TV show. She is featured in the movie Three Magic Words.
Her websites are www.drsusan.org and www.divinetravels.com.
Dr. Shumsky is a highly respected spiritual teacher, award-winning author, and founder of Divine Revelation®—a unique field-proven technology for contacting the divine presence, hearing and testing the inner voice, and receiving clear divine guidance. For 22 years, her mentor was Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, who was guru of the Beatles and guru of Deepak Chopra. Dr. Shumsky served on Maharishi's personal staff for 6 years.
A sought-after media guest and highly acclaimed professional speaker, Dr. Shumsky has done over 600 speaking engagements and over 900 media appearances since her first book was published, including Woman's World, GQ, Cosmopolitan, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, nationally syndicated TV and radio, Alan Colmes on FOX news, Coast to Coast AM with George Noory, and William Shatner's TV show. She is featured in the movie Three Magic Words.
Her websites are www.drsusan.org and www.divinetravels.com.
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August 21, 2025I found the initial chapters of this book somewhat challenging with all the scientific and ”technical” information it provides. Susan Shumsky is an extremely erudite author, and always expatiates on all aspects of the subject she is dealing with.
We are informed that fluoride can calcify the pineal gland, but that certain foods can aid in its decalcification, e.g. garlic, lemons, apple cider vinegar, hemp seeds, nigella sativa, seaweed, etc, etc. Obviously, we should avoid toothpaste containing fluoride.
In a chapter entitled “Overcoming psychic blocks” we are enlightened about psychic knots called granthis, one of which is in the third eye area. We are instructed as to how to remove these blocks by means of bandhas (muscular locks) and mudras (physical gestures that affect your body´s energy flow), but these exercises proved too difficult for me, unfortunately. (We are also told to consult with our physician before attempting to practice them or any of the exercises in the book, I understand that. But my physician, for one, would not have a clue about any of this!)
There is a chapter about developing one´s super-senses. This was easier. We are given a meditation in which we simply ask Spirit to help us open our third eye. This is very helpful. The material corresponds to that in Susan´s book “How to hear the voice of God”.
In another wonderful chapter we are informed about the Siddhis, the supernormal powers described in “Yoga Sutras”. Again we are instructed how to ask for these, one at a time. I was delighted with this chapter, though I have more basic things to ask for than the Siddhis!
Subsequently, there is another difficult chapter about Third Eye Alchemy, more precisely, the “dantians”, which are “vital centres for energy cultivation, diagnosis, and healing”, and a chapter about nectar, or soma, in our third eye. Susan states that the chemical DMT, produced by the pineal, might be a generator of spiritual or mystical experiences.
We´re then accorded breathing techniques for opening the third eye, and again warned to consult with our physician before attempting any of them. Susan also provides us with yoga asanas, or postures, with accompanying helpful diagrams. I´m still having to pass over all these various methods for opening the third eye. (I appreciated the method where you merely had to get into a meditative state, and ask for it to be opened!)
One of the best chapters, for me, was the one entitled “Third Eye Affirmations”. We are provided with excellent affirmations like those in my favourite book of Susan´s called “Miracle Prayer”, an indispensable book.
One short affirmation, called the Divine Light Invocation, by which to experience awakening of the third eye, is as follows:
I AM the divine light.
I AM the light of God.
The light of God fills and surrounds me now.
The light of God permeates me and floods me with peace.
The light of God infuses my being with radiance.
The light of God lifts me with its power and glory.
I AM glorified by the light of God,
Which vibrates within me and all around me.
Thank you, God, and SO IT IS.
While speaking this affirmation, we should imagine God´s light filling and surrounding us with divine power and glory.
We are gifted with various affirmations, including a third eye invocation and a “treatment” for opening your third eye.
In the next chapter we get instructions for doing Susan´s breakthrough session, as given in some of her other books. But I find the chapter in this book to be more specific.
Susan tells us that the Divine Revelation Meditation practice is a powerful way to open your third eye and develop clairvoyant, clairaudient, and clairsentient abilities.
In one of the final chapters, we are provided with accounts of the exciting third eye experiences of some of Susan´s clients or readers.
To sum up, I would strongly recommend this immaculately written and erudite work, which suggests multifarious ways of opening the third eye, so there are at last a few that everyone can do! Good luck!
We are informed that fluoride can calcify the pineal gland, but that certain foods can aid in its decalcification, e.g. garlic, lemons, apple cider vinegar, hemp seeds, nigella sativa, seaweed, etc, etc. Obviously, we should avoid toothpaste containing fluoride.
In a chapter entitled “Overcoming psychic blocks” we are enlightened about psychic knots called granthis, one of which is in the third eye area. We are instructed as to how to remove these blocks by means of bandhas (muscular locks) and mudras (physical gestures that affect your body´s energy flow), but these exercises proved too difficult for me, unfortunately. (We are also told to consult with our physician before attempting to practice them or any of the exercises in the book, I understand that. But my physician, for one, would not have a clue about any of this!)
There is a chapter about developing one´s super-senses. This was easier. We are given a meditation in which we simply ask Spirit to help us open our third eye. This is very helpful. The material corresponds to that in Susan´s book “How to hear the voice of God”.
In another wonderful chapter we are informed about the Siddhis, the supernormal powers described in “Yoga Sutras”. Again we are instructed how to ask for these, one at a time. I was delighted with this chapter, though I have more basic things to ask for than the Siddhis!
Subsequently, there is another difficult chapter about Third Eye Alchemy, more precisely, the “dantians”, which are “vital centres for energy cultivation, diagnosis, and healing”, and a chapter about nectar, or soma, in our third eye. Susan states that the chemical DMT, produced by the pineal, might be a generator of spiritual or mystical experiences.
We´re then accorded breathing techniques for opening the third eye, and again warned to consult with our physician before attempting any of them. Susan also provides us with yoga asanas, or postures, with accompanying helpful diagrams. I´m still having to pass over all these various methods for opening the third eye. (I appreciated the method where you merely had to get into a meditative state, and ask for it to be opened!)
One of the best chapters, for me, was the one entitled “Third Eye Affirmations”. We are provided with excellent affirmations like those in my favourite book of Susan´s called “Miracle Prayer”, an indispensable book.
One short affirmation, called the Divine Light Invocation, by which to experience awakening of the third eye, is as follows:
I AM the divine light.
I AM the light of God.
The light of God fills and surrounds me now.
The light of God permeates me and floods me with peace.
The light of God infuses my being with radiance.
The light of God lifts me with its power and glory.
I AM glorified by the light of God,
Which vibrates within me and all around me.
Thank you, God, and SO IT IS.
While speaking this affirmation, we should imagine God´s light filling and surrounding us with divine power and glory.
We are gifted with various affirmations, including a third eye invocation and a “treatment” for opening your third eye.
In the next chapter we get instructions for doing Susan´s breakthrough session, as given in some of her other books. But I find the chapter in this book to be more specific.
Susan tells us that the Divine Revelation Meditation practice is a powerful way to open your third eye and develop clairvoyant, clairaudient, and clairsentient abilities.
In one of the final chapters, we are provided with accounts of the exciting third eye experiences of some of Susan´s clients or readers.
To sum up, I would strongly recommend this immaculately written and erudite work, which suggests multifarious ways of opening the third eye, so there are at last a few that everyone can do! Good luck!
June 21, 2016
Reviewed by Carla Trueheart for Readers' Favorite
Awaken Your Third Eye by Susan Shumsky, D.D., explains how to open your third eye—known to some as the sixth sense—through provided exercises, breathing and yoga, and meditation. The book opens with an intro and a quiz, then goes into the history of the third eye, The Great Seal (the eye symbol on American money), and Egyptian backgrounds. There is much scientific information provided as well, including an explanation of melatonin and the pineal gland, which should interest readers who lean toward scientific explanations of seeing with the third eye. The book also explains how by “letting go” you can receive messages and connect with higher powers through anything from voices, sounds, smells, or even tastes. There are personal accounts, philosophical sayings, guidance on letting in the right spirits or beings, and related stories on the practice. Overall, the book covers all bases on the topic of seeing with the third eye or extra-sensory perception.
I had a few personal favorite methods, including the “do nothing” method, which is where I believe I’ve stumbled in the past with attempting third-eye knowledge. Basically, it’s not easy to just ask and wait for an answer from a spirit or guide, but author Susan Shumsky, D.D. helps sort out areas where the normal person might have problems with their attempts at connection. The meditations, in particular, were useful to me, and I did try them with success. The Third Eye Meditation was my favorite, and I did in fact see much through this practice. Also interesting was the Golden Ball exercise, and while I’ve done yoga in the past, the yoga poses and breathing instructions were quite useful overall. I would recommend Awaken Your Third Eye to anyone with an interest in awakening their sixth sense through various exercises and meditations or anyone who likes learning about yoga, chakras, or the scientific and historical background of these studies.
Awaken Your Third Eye by Susan Shumsky, D.D., explains how to open your third eye—known to some as the sixth sense—through provided exercises, breathing and yoga, and meditation. The book opens with an intro and a quiz, then goes into the history of the third eye, The Great Seal (the eye symbol on American money), and Egyptian backgrounds. There is much scientific information provided as well, including an explanation of melatonin and the pineal gland, which should interest readers who lean toward scientific explanations of seeing with the third eye. The book also explains how by “letting go” you can receive messages and connect with higher powers through anything from voices, sounds, smells, or even tastes. There are personal accounts, philosophical sayings, guidance on letting in the right spirits or beings, and related stories on the practice. Overall, the book covers all bases on the topic of seeing with the third eye or extra-sensory perception.
I had a few personal favorite methods, including the “do nothing” method, which is where I believe I’ve stumbled in the past with attempting third-eye knowledge. Basically, it’s not easy to just ask and wait for an answer from a spirit or guide, but author Susan Shumsky, D.D. helps sort out areas where the normal person might have problems with their attempts at connection. The meditations, in particular, were useful to me, and I did try them with success. The Third Eye Meditation was my favorite, and I did in fact see much through this practice. Also interesting was the Golden Ball exercise, and while I’ve done yoga in the past, the yoga poses and breathing instructions were quite useful overall. I would recommend Awaken Your Third Eye to anyone with an interest in awakening their sixth sense through various exercises and meditations or anyone who likes learning about yoga, chakras, or the scientific and historical background of these studies.
June 18, 2017
3.5 stars. This rating is based on how enjoyable it was to read Awaken Your Third Eye. The information contained in this book is extensive. I felt some sections were too simplistic, while other sections were quite detailed. The sections on Taoism seemed out of place, but did sort-of reference the third eye. The meditations, asanas, and affirmations are doable for most anyone. There are several instances when Shumsky tells the reader to learn more about something by reading one of her other books, which is a little annoying. I didn't feel the testimonials near the end lent much to the book. The last chapter draws connections to the story of Adam and Eve, which I thought was very interesting. Overall, I found this an informative read and wouldn't mind checking out some of Shumsky's other books. I felt there was quite a bit of truth here.
July 7, 2025
There’s something about this book that called to me. Awaken Your Third Eye felt like more than just a title and it felt like an invitation. The idea of tuning into intuition, of accessing something deeper and more aligned, is what drew me in. I’m not looking for flashy promises and I’m looking for grounded insight, something that resonates with how I already move through the world.
I’ve heard mixed things about the structure, but honestly, that doesn’t put me off. Sometimes the most meaningful takeaways come from unexpected places. I’m drawn to the possibility that even one practice or perspective in these pages might shift something in me or at least spark a new question or more curiosity! It brings excitement to my learning!
I’ve heard mixed things about the structure, but honestly, that doesn’t put me off. Sometimes the most meaningful takeaways come from unexpected places. I’m drawn to the possibility that even one practice or perspective in these pages might shift something in me or at least spark a new question or more curiosity! It brings excitement to my learning!
November 20, 2023
Well - I have to say, I think this book was a little bit over my head spiritually...
The first half was history - and definitions - I understood it - but found it a bit dry. The second bit had some good stuff... I think.
I'm super curious about opening my third eye, or getting more intuitive, and this book only got me a bit into it.
I think I expected more given the title.
The first half was history - and definitions - I understood it - but found it a bit dry. The second bit had some good stuff... I think.
I'm super curious about opening my third eye, or getting more intuitive, and this book only got me a bit into it.
I think I expected more given the title.
July 5, 2020
An interesting take. And many exercises. And techniques to master. To achieve higher frequency and developing the third eye.
November 3, 2022
Meh, tooooo yt, way too yt.
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