"A New Earth"

[Tink]

I've just started reading "A New Earth" by Eckhart Tolle. Oprah is doing a class based on the book so I've signed up for that as well. I figure it should be interesting whether I agree with it or not. LOL

Has anyone else read it or signed up for the course?

[judy]

I have to check it out Tink. Thanks!

I love to read. I usually have 2 books going at the same time, but since I retired, I've read exactly TWO books!!! I can't believe it. I've been listening to audiobooks just to keep my brain from dying altogether.

[DianaB]

I haven't heard of it.

[HALEY]

i use to read all the time, that is something i miss in my life right now, can't find the time anymore. all i read is baby books to Micah. i think i read them all.

[Janet]

I want to read that so bad Tink, but I haven't read the book Eat, Love, Pray I got for Christmas yet. I've been following the information from Oprah and I did want to join in on the website, but won't be able to. I just can't squeeze one more thing in right now.

I do want to read it so I will be purchasing in next time I get out.

I want to join that so bad!!!! I would love to go get this.. Does anyone know when the class starts?

[Janet]

I'm not sure, but I thought it was this week or next...wasn't it Tink? You can check it out on her website.

[AngieDoogles]

I haven't heard of it Tink. I've been spending most of my free time reading up on photography stuff or watching debates or doing school work. Maybe I could read a good book over spring break if I get all of my papers done.

[DianaB]

What is it about?

[Tink]

The first class is the evening of March 3rd.
The book talks about the nature of humans... about why we keep going to war, why we struggle so to forgive, why we often let our ego rule and how it leads us down some pretty sad paths.

The intention of it is to help us all live more consciously rather than simply reacting to the world based on the things above. It's not about religion, but it is spiritual in that it attempts to teach how to be more at peace and more accepting of others.

I've not read much yet, and it's going to take a while to read simply because it's a book you really do need to think about to understand. The classes don't start till the 3rd, but there is a workbook online and other small "assignments" that you need to do prior to the class. Registration and the classes are free.

to learn more go to www.oprah.com

[Tink]

The first class is tonight... for anyone interested.

[Lindsey]

How was the book and class, Tink? Oprah has been getting some bad press because of this book, which seems to make it even more interesting and I kind of want to read it now!

[Tink]

Lindsey, they had problems with the huge number of people in attendance and so the live feed was very poor. I got frustrated after 2 such sessions and gave it up. I haven't finished the book yet, as it seems a bit to "New World" to really get into for me. I've been told you might have to read it a couple times to get the full intent... but not sure I'm into being brainwashed by a book. lol

[Lindsey]

Lol yeah that's what I heard about it, that it's a bit cult-ish. I don't like books that you can't understand the first time!

[Janet]

I'm glad now I didn't rush out and buy it. I still haven't read the book I got for Christmas, but it's laying out so I don't miss it..LOL.