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Integral Life Practice: A 21st-Century Blueprint for Physical Health, Emotional Balance, Mental Clarity, and Spiritual Awakening | 
 enlarge | Authors: Ken Wilber, Terry Patten, Adam Leonard, Marco Morelli
Publisher: Integral Books
Category: Book
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Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 4159
Media: Paperback
Pages: 416
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 8.7 x 6.5 x 1.2
ISBN: 1590304675
Dewey Decimal Number: 158.1
EAN: 9781590304679
ASIN: 1590304675
Publication Date: September 9, 2008
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Product Description
At last, a complete guide showing how to use Ken Wilber’s acclaimed Integral Approach to design a personal program of transformational practice. Integral Life Practice (ILP) is a customizable, user-friendly approach to spiritual practice that meets the needs of the whole person by including not only spiritual activities like meditation and prayer but also exercises for body, mind, and “shadow” (any part of ourselves that we repress or deny). ILP allows practitioners to choose the practices that most suit them, in a mix-and-match style, adapted to whatever belief system or religion they may already be following. With its combination of exercises, explanations, theory, examples, personal stories, and illustrations, Integral Life Practice will be the bible of a truly integrated approach to practice for years to come.
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 Not world-shattering, not bad, just very good September 10, 2008
Shashank Singh (Lawrence, KS)
42 out of 45 found this review helpful
I was pleasantly surprised by this book, considering I had low expectations going in. I'm a fan of Wilber but have thought the previous attempts (A theory of everything and A integral vision) at presenting his theory for a broader audience were, frankly, horrible. This book which is basically written by three others writers (closely connected to Wilber) is probably the best introduction to why an integral approach to spirituality is important.
The book breaks down into important aspects of our selves that we can "work" on and explore. None of the content in itself is groundbreaking, if you're familiar with shadow work the section on it simply presents the basic, but it is lucidly written and well organized. The same goes for all the topics: body work, spiritual practices, mind (i.e. Wilber's integral theory)....though I was glad to see a nice section on devotional approaches or an integral theism, something that is often lacking in popular spiritual books.
The impact of the book was its overall scope, when I step back and really take in all the different practices and important aspect of our human life, its inclusive vision is beautiful and penetrating. The overall drift I got from the book: if you're transcending your limitations, be sure not to reject your simple and grounded humanity. If you're primarily working on psychological/physical improvement think about greater possibilities then simply improving your mortal identity.
If you take the book with a grain of salt, which I did, you will probably find a lot of useful and practical information (maybe even a little inspiration).The most annoying part of the book was that some of the language and design remind me of a computer course: technologies, modules, bubble notes: Am I studying for the SAT or what here?
A Celebration of Life September 26, 2008
Zapt Pupil (East Coast)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
This book is truly a gift to humanity. It contains simple yet essential practices for those looking to take the leap of faith into the next stage of human consciousness and evolution. It is written intelligently yet it's tone is warm, friendly, and easy-to understand. The team of writers challenge and engage us not just to think about ways to improve our lives, but to actually practice those ways, to do and be those ways. The writers give us a dynamic and effective tool to actualize our true and widest and highest potentials.
The book distills a variety of powerful techniques and information from ancient traditions and the latest cutting-edge technologies into one short, sweet, and potent read. I especially liked the examples they give on how to start your own Integral Life Practice (ILP). This book is a great addition to the Integral Life Practice Starter Kit It expands on many of the products included in the kit.
I think that this book will attract a larger and broader audience than Ken Wilber's previous works did. It is sure to change and transform many people lives. Can't wait to see what Ken and the folks at Integral have in store for the future. This book is highly recommended.
Get it and Live it! September 23, 2008
John W. Parker (USA)
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
There's so much fragmentation in spirituality now days its a sweet refreshment to find a book that integrates body, mind, spirit and shadow practices in a seamless, clear and understandable fashion. Read it, pick up the concepts presented, and practice. In doing so the proof is in the pudding, and you'll be well on your way to experiencing an extraordinarily rich life.
It Lives up to It's Title 100 percent October 16, 2008
B. peltzer (Miami, USA)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This book and Integral Philosophy can help the reader understand the various facets of our human lives, then strike a balance between Body, Mind, Spirit and the Unconscious that will help in deepening your self-understanding and our relationship to the universe. This book is amazingly effective and well thought out.
A great start October 30, 2008
Michael P. Abbott (Santa Cruz, CA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
After reading a number of Ken Wilber's books and attending an univerisity class discussing his works I was ready for some practical advice on how to incorporate Ken's teachings into my Life.
I just completed reading and have started to put it into practice. The book summarizes Ken's teachings nicely and has many Gold Star practices for getting stared. For me, this is exactly what I needed.
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