Lessons From the Light: Extraordinary Messages of Comfort and Hope From the Other Side

by George Anderson, Andrew Barone

Widely considered the world's greatest living medium, George Anderson remains the premier voice among those who communicate with lost loved ones. In the twenty-five years he has worked with bereaved families, he has earned an international reputation for his remarkable gift.

Now, for the first time, George Anderson offers a vivid, first-hand account of his spiritual communications. He explains what it's like to be a psychic, what he experiences, and what it means. He directly answers the many questions most commonly asked of him. He also shares recent moving, inspirational readings that reassure and enlighten us about life and the afterlife -- a message of hope and love as extraordinarily beautiful as it is eternal...

Genres: Spirituality, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published May 3, 1999

Reviews

[Danielle]

I was born into a family fascinated by George Anderson, who have had readings done by him that were absolutely spot-on. His messages about the afterlife are purely without agenda, totally engrossing and interesting information that somehow rings true even to those of us who are not mediums. He is the only living medium invited to Holland by the remaining members of Anne Frank's family, presumably to do a discernment (what he calls a reading) with Anne. This book absolutely is one of hope and peace.

[Missy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have all of George Anderson’s books. They are a comfort to me, especially after losing loved ones.
My favorite quote from this book is:

“Take care of your pets—for their sake and for your life review’s sake. They are the closest thing to God that we will ever find on the earth.”

[Gloria Mills · Rating 5 out of 5]

After having a private discernment with George in 1999 (and reading all of his previous books), I can personally attest that this man is truly gifted indeed... His words offer hope and comfort to those of us who have loved and lost, and gives us incredible insight through the messages relayed from the other side. Formerly a sceptic who lost four beloved people in 1998 alone, I can say that everything I've suspected about life after death has been confirmed absolutely... and there is nothing left to fear!

[Janie Macaskill · Rating 5 out of 5]

The first book I read of his was "We don't die"

He is the real deal.

This book is wonderful.

[Stacey M · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thought this book was okay. So much was written in the dialogue and I got a sense that George was "fishing" for information in his discernments or readings. Didn't really care for it other than the fact that he reaffirmed that all who cross over to the other side are at peace and are happy no matter how they left this earth.

[Sue · Rating 3 out of 5]

Everything's in here, and it's a nice, warm 'potbelly stove' feeling, but not much new. Guess I've read a lot of these. Always refreshing to go over it, though. Liked it a lot . . . but not my very favorite.

[Samantha Holm · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very uplifting , I felt it resonated with me.

I loved this . I felt it was true. I asked for help from one of my loved ones and they appeared in my dreams. I believe it was them and it makes me feel better. George s accuracy is astounding , hard not to believe.

[Hannah-riley Blessing · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved reading this book. Because of health problems, though, I can't remember what's in it. So I've read it, and it's on my list of books to read.

[Linda · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the text part of this book, but not the discernments. I found the repetitive symbolisms just too boring.

[Audrey · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really went back and forth between 3 and 4 stars. I just lost my Dad and a person close to me recommended this book for helping to deal with the immeasurable grief I'm suffering.

I felt the beginning messages and discussion of grief, loss and the hereafter (essentially Heaven) was wonderful and just really helped me heal.

However, what I felt at the beginning and subsequently the very end really vanished in the middle.

The discernments (what he calls his connection with the dead) started to all read the same. He starts saying hello and saying the dead/souls are at peace, then he "gives [the family of the deceased] white roses" from the dead for something, like an anniversary, birthday, retirement etc and then he concludes with the dead leaving saying they are OK now and happy.

It made me really question what he was saying and who he was. But, in the end, is what I chose to believe and how I look at the universe, grief, life, death and beyond. AND, I chose to believe him, that my Dad is still here with me, existing in an alternate plane and at peace. I love you Dad.

[Becky · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm giving this 3 stars because I found myself doubting the author's abilities as a medium. I am a believer in the idea that our souls continue on after death and that the hereafter is a place of light and love. But in the 'discernments' (as the author calls the readings), I felt he was digging for clues. I have been to a medium and she was able to tell me things that I didn't even know - without prompting. Such as my great-aunt, who died before I was born, had a yellow canary. I had to verify that with my mother. And she only charged me $150 - not over $1000. That's the bad news. The good news is that Anderson is clearly very intelligent and writes beautifully. He seems a very loving person and I don't think he's a total sham - I just question his abilities and his ability to admit when a reading doesn't go well - which I'm sure happens often. But in the final analysis, I sure hope what he says is true. I wanted very much to believe it.

[Jess · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was comforting hut just too long, the readings were exhausting.

[Natalie Tort · Rating 2 out of 5]

Enjoyed the topic and some stories, but it was just too lengthy and wordy to get through. Couldn't get excited about going back to finish it.

[Margaret · Rating 5 out of 5]

When you read a book that's been out of print for more than a decade and recommend it to a bunch of people...

[Barb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always good, I have recommended it to other and loaned my copy as well

[Sylvia Hepler · Rating 5 out of 5]

An extraordinarily eye opening, comforting, sensitive, provocative read for anyone who wonders (or has serious doubts) if there is life after death on Earth. George Anderson is a master communicator in ways most of us are not. If you pick it up and actually read it to the end, your life will be forever changed. I know that mine was. There is no going back.

[Gina · Rating 4 out of 5]

For those in grief, this is a very comforting book. Life does continue for those who have passed on. I liked how this book was set up: Category, family writes about the lost person and then the reading (or discernment) as Anderson calls them.

[Deb]

This book has been life-changing for me. It has helped me renew my spiritual direction and gain a clearer perspective of my path. I recommend it to anyone and everyone, no matter their faith or belief system.

[Jeanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because the personal stories were too long and detailed for me. Otherwise, a very powerful, poignant book and one I am highly recommending to others whom I think will benefit from it.

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[Jackie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book changed my life. I have been struggling with the loss of my mother to cancer at a young age. It has helped me tremendously in dealing with my grief.

[Zubin Sufi ii · Rating 1 out of 5]

Im unable to read this book. Anyone help please. I cant see where I can click on start reading.

[Marilyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

An amazing book which provides a lot of comfort for various types of grief.

[Edith · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful book that gives you hope.

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[Agatha Glowacki · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lots of insights about the next world. Wasn’t too interested in the anecdotes, though