Why Walk When You Can Fly: Soar Beyond Your Fears and Love Yourself and Others Unconditionally

by Isha Judd

Imposing no belief system or dogma, the teachings of Why Walk When You Can Fly? are practical and easy to incorporate into daily life, yet they produce a profound inner transformation. At the core are four “facets” — simple, powerful statements of profound truths. As you use the facets, an abiding sense of well-being and present-moment awareness will permeate your life.

Through parables, moving testimonials, and humor, Isha imparts the essential truths that we have nothing to fear and we are all one. This inviting, accessible book will help you live a life of unconditional love, happiness, fulfillment, and peace.

Genres: Spirituality, Self Help

168 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2008

Reviews

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great, great book. I usually get turned off when a book talks about "systems", "programs" - but this is a really simple way to keep yourself in your heart and out of your head. In my mediation practice, I still sometimes struggle with all my thoughts - this has helped me let go and live in the moment.

One of her mantra's or "facets" as she calls them is:

"Praise Love in the Moment in it's Perfection"

[Rodolfo Torre · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mi Rating: 4.5

Libro corto, 139 paginas.

Un must read de superación personal. En él, su autora propone el "Sistema Isha" que consiste en ejercicios de unificación muy prácticos, divididos en 4 facetas con la finalidad de crear cambios internos, intentando dejar atrás los miedos e inseguridades que nos impiden alcanzar nuestro máximo potencial.

Mas allá de los ejercicios prácticos y las facetas, en general, este libro busca explicarnos lo que resumo en los siguientes puntos:

- Cómo deshacernos de nuestros apegos y liberarnos hacia nuestra verdadera esencia.
- Conectar con nuestro interior y dejar de buscar cosas fuera de nosotros que en lugar de llenarnos, nos hacen sentir más vacíos.
- Dejar de estar siempre enfocándonos en lo que nos hace falta y señalando lo que esta mal en nuestras vidas.
- No hacer miserable nuestro presente dándole vueltas al pasado y pensando el futuro.
- Amarnos a nosotros mismos antes de colocar nuestra felicidad en otras personas.
- Quitarnos el papel de víctimas que nos encanta protagonizar, asumir responsabilidades, ser los creadores de nuestra vida y sanar nuestra adicción al sufrimiento.
- Saltar a lo desconocido sin miedo y descubrir nuestro máximo potencial, porque es dentro de la incertidumbre cuando realmente comenzamos a vivir. En nuestra comodidad solo nos estancamos y nos volvemos aburridos.

Otro cosa que me gustó mucho de este libro fueron las parábolas que utilizó la autora como un método de ejemplificar y entender mejor los conceptos que buscaba transmitir.

Frase favorita: "Aquellos que buscan el cambio se permiten volar. Aquellos que se sienten inadecuados se aferra a sus ramas"

RTG

[Serg · Rating 3 out of 5]

A lot of the book was hard to read. Very cliché and wordy. The facets themselves make sense, but the explanations sound like spiritual mumjo-jumbo are off-putting.
I like the practice she’s putting forth, but the book was tacky.

[Sage · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent.
I have meditated for years and have experienced ashram life in India but the Isha Method is Truth in is perfection. It is for us ALL not just for monks or disciples of Enlightenment. THIS will create New Earth in its reality.

[Tatiana · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are into spirituality, meditation and self-empowerment this book is a gem and a must-have!

[Margie Sanchez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Me encanto este libro. Facil de leer.

[Tami · Rating 5 out of 5]

Isha has created what she calls the Isha System. This wonderful system includes a Diamond portal with four facets. Each facet includes an important lesson (embracing the present moment, accepting without judgment, loving oneself, and being one with the universe) as well as an accompanying meditation series and mantra.

The purpose of this program is to open oneself to unconditional love. Using the facets, opening the portal, and practicing other healthy behaviours such as feeling our emotions, speaking our truth, exercising, and drinking plenty of water we open ourselves to a whole new way of thinking. We let go of the worries and what ifs. We stop looking to tomorrow to fulfil all our hopes and dreams. We live each moment of each day with passion and full of love and joy.

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Judd has a unique approach to enlightenment. She cuts out the religious aspect and really focuses on love consciousness. It is amazing to think her facets could work, but I'm not above giving it a go. I believe the power lies within the construction of the "facets" to root out emotional layers normally quelled within so many religious endeavors. Instead of detaching from and observing, she allows the humanity of emotions to flow through us. This could be revolutionary. The hour of unifying suggested could be the downfall for Americans- we really love our entertainment time (aka tv).

[Edna Maldonado De Régules · Rating 4 out of 5]

Actualización:

Con el paso de los años realicé una relectura rápida de este libro y las facetas me siguen pareciendo una herramienta súper poderosa para conectar conmigo en este espacio/tiempo.

Tal vez hoy que me encuentro más enfocada en mi aquí y ahora, la lectura en sí me pareció repetitiva. Sin embargo es un libro que seguiré recomendando por lonprofundonque se puede llegar a través de la practica de unificación

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lectura indispensable para el proceso de sanación.

[Scarlett Rains · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read this book a few times. I always come back to it when I'm undergoing alot of stress or feel like I'm not on my true path. I tell friends about this book all the time. It is so hard for us to accept the perfection of every instant of our lives without always looking for the next best thing. This book brings me comfort and calm.

[Shakirah · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first few pages are really inspiring

[Jordan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Come dance to the song of self!

[Annie]

Someone mentions reading "When Spirits Fly" but this is the book that came up when I did the search. Sounds like it would be a good read.

[Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Changed my life

[LocoErasmo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Es sólo cosa de creer, en eso se basa una parte muy importante de la sanación espiritual y física.

[Ines Lopez]

Interesting approach to some kind of NPL technique based on the internal patterns.

[Anna Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

I truly recommend this book to all of those who are seeking the way for happiness!!!