Metaphysics Self Help Books I have read and recommend, plus CD's, DVD's, links to audio and video, and more....
For more than 20 years I have been reading and studying metaphysics self help books, and new age books, that attempt to explain and apply metaphysical theory and principles. On this page you will find what I consider to be some of the best and most practical books that I have yet to come across (as well as some CD's, DVD's, and links to online video and audio resources). I have also included a number of books I haven't read yet but are on my "wish list". Usually these are by authors that I have read before, listened to audio or video interviews, and/or trust and respect for other reasons. To make browsing a little easier I am limiting the number of books on this page to less than fifty, and put them in the following categories: * Science/Metaphysical Science * Metaphysical Philosophy * Spirituality and Religion * Health, Home, and Environment * Money, Economy, Wealth and Success * Entertainment and Media
(Note: As more books are added there will be "overflow" pages with a link in each category - subscribe to the RSS feed and you'll know as more books and links are added ...) Many, if not most, of these books belong in multiple categories, but I will try to place them in the niche that is most relevant. Thank you for visiting Metaphysics-for-Life and browsing the metaphysics books I have found valuable and recommend. NOTE: Wherever possible, I have linked to Amazon's Kindle version of each book. Why? Save money, save the Earth - and you don't need a Kindle if you don't have one. Just click on Kindle for PC to download the free application, and start reading your metaphysics self-help and/or new age book immediately!
Science/Metaphysical Science
 Lynn McTaggart's "The Field" is one of the most powerful and important books I have read and can recommend. I think of this book as "the red pill" (as in the movie "The Matrix") that showed me the truth of the nature of our physical reality, and the impact my mind and emotions have upon it. Lynn travels the world, interviewing scientists who have done extensive research and experiments into the nature of the quantum Field that connects everything. A "must read" on my list of metaphysics, new age, and self help books!

Would you like to know the science behind the power of your thought and emotion? David Hawkins, PhD presents an in-depth and reliable reference guide for understanding and monitoring the potential impact of your feelings and beliefs upon your environment. Not all thoughts are created equal! This book eliminated much of the confusion I once had about an individual's influence upon The Field. Very helpful information you won't find anywhere else.

Although I have not read "Biology of Belief" by Bruce Lipton, PhD, I have listened to over ten hours of audio and video presentations by Bruce on the subject (see Bruce Lipton: Biology of Perception video (it's on Metaphysics For Life: Applied Metaphysics page). Whereas "The Field" and "Power vs Force" focus on our influence upon and connection to the environment, "Biology of Belief" explains the effect of thought and feeling upon the human body. Another "must read" (or listen) on my list.

Gregg Braden is a scientist devoted to the exploration of ancient wisdom and modern scientific research. His book "Fractal Time" is included in my list of recommended books because of Braden's emphasis on applying science and spirituality to everyday life. There is a critical need for this kind of useful information backed by scientific research in today's challenging world.

More powerful than "The Matrix", "Down The Rabbit Hole" will give you the quantum science background you need to fully appreciate the true nature of human perception and what we believe is our physical reality. You will want to watch this DVD over and over again to absorb this rich scientific exploration into mind, matter, and the true nature of our Universe.
Metaphysical Philosophy
(The Basic Works of Aristotle) Before science and technology existed to explore and explain the nature of non-physical aspects of our Universe, there was Philosophy. Metaphysical philosophy, or "First Philosophy" dates back to the Greek philosopher Aristotle, who was born around 385 BC and studied under Plato. I personally think it's a good idea to know something about where metaphysical ideas and theories come from, and how they have shaped the understanding and exploration of scientists, theologians, and philosophers to this day.

Aristotle's "First Philosophy" from the perspective of French philosopher, scientist, and mathematician Rene Descartes (1596-1650). A short, but deep, exploration into the first principles that shaped the development of metaphysical science and philosophy.

It's difficult to categorize a book like "A Course In Miracles". I chose Philosophy because in my experience the Course is about achieving a new system of thought. The constant references to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in my mind seems to limit the concepts that are put forth to the Judeo/Christian religions. However, if you can get past that (or if it doesn't bother you in the first place) then what you will ultimately find in the Course is an exploration of the truth of who we really are. An excellent book to read before reading "A Course In Miracles" is Gary Renard's "Disappearance of the Universe". Gary's book puts the Course in perspective in a way that makes it much more user friendly.
A friend of mine refused to read "Disappearance of the Universe" by Gary Renard because he thought it was a fear based book about the end of the world. I promise you, it is not! Before reading "Disappearance" I made several attempts to study the "Course In Miracles" without success. Since reading Gary's book I have read the Course and study the lessons online almost daily. When I find myself "stuck" or frustrated, I will remember something I read in "Disappearance" and it always gets me through. These two belong together!

The "Ringing Cedars" series by Vladimir Megre is another hard-to-categorize series of books. In the end, however, along with being a fascinating story from Russia (and a reconnection with ancient Russian wisdom) this series of easy to read books leads to an entirely new way of thinking about the world and the potential of one's self in it. The timing of this series is critical to the successful transition to a sustainable and livable existence for humankind on planet Earth. "Anastasia" is the first book in the series. A must read!
Spirituality and Religion
Who are we, really? What is the true nature of our relationship to each other and this world? What is this experience we call "God?" Thomas Harding's discovery of "The Headless Way" has opened up a path into spiritual enlightenment that frees us from dogma and belief. It is all based on real life experiments and experience. Read the book and explore the website for free lessons and explanations. I put this one first because I think it's the best!
Kabbalah is often confused with religion, but those who study it describe Kabbalah as a science or "technology" that applies to the spirit or soul. You can study Kabbalah for free online, but I think it helps to have a book that makes the material a little more personal and user friendly. The main Kabbalah textbook can be purchased from ARI Online Kabbalah Education Center. You might need it if you take the free online course.
What could be more spiritual than a code, found in our DNA, that literally translates as "God Eternal within the body"? Gregg Braden writes about the discovery of this Code, the forces that led him to finding it, and his ideas about the meaning of this Code for the future of humanity. Fun stuff! (Although I don't like the metaphor that we are all one "family". Families don't necessarily treat each other well. I prefer to see the Code as evidence that we are all One Being expressed as infinite physical forms.)
I have not read this book yet (as of this writing), but I loved the interiew on CNN (go to New Age Spirituality on Metaphysics for Life). There is some debate as to whether Jesus was a man who lived 2000 years ago, or a character created by story and myth. Does it matter? Deepak explores these issues, and the truth that Christ Consciousness exists within; not outside of us in a man who may have lived long ago (in the illusion of time, of course :-)
I know Jimmy Twyman. He lives in my small town in Southern Oregon. I've talked to him a number of times at the coffee shop. He's a wonderful guy, and a gifted musician. Whatever he's doing, it works. So why haven't I read his book yet?? I don't know, but I can recommend it with confidence (and I promise to read it very soon!).
Health, Home, & Environment
I put this DVD first because once you see it you will never again be confused about the true nature of "healing". Healing is remembering who we really are. The signals sent to the body from a Mind that is connected to Source can only produce health, energy, and well being on every level. The methods really don't matter: It is the influence of Mind on the Living Matrix (or Field that connects everything) that creates results and produces the image of "healing". Absolutely a "must see"!
I haven't read this myself, but I've seen enough interviews and have heard only good things about Judith Orloff and "Emotional Freedom". This is not the same as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)...that one's next...
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) or "Tapping" is a tested and proven method that works like accupuncture to clear energy flow blockages in the body. The existence of "chi" or life energy within the body is no longer disputed, and the influence of the Mind on this energy flow in the body is proven. The best thing about EFT is that once you learn how to do it, it's free (you don't need a practitioner unless you want one) and can be used anytime, almost anywhere. I do it, and I find it works.
No self help library would be complete without "The Heartmath Solution". The Heartmath Institute conducts extensive scientific research and experiments into the effect of "heart intelligence" and "heart coherence" on health, performance, and well being. Get this book, and visit Heartmath.com to download a free "De-Stress Kit". (Much of the scientific research I use to explain the Heartcompass LifeNavigation System comes from HeartMath.)
Taking control of your own health simply isn't possible if you do not free yourself from mainstream media's "Mind Programming". I worked in television, advertising, and marketing for many years and can personally testify to the truth revealed in this book by Eldon Taylor. What I like best about this book is that it doesn't stop there - Taylor emphasizes the importance of using Practical Metaphysics to repair and replace the damaging programming installed in your Mind by the mass media. Gotta have this one for sure!
Based on Book 3 of the Ringing Cedars series, this DVD explains how to create an environment that sends signals of Love to your body and your Mind. There is perhaps no greater or more effective step you can take in creating a healthy mind, body, and environment to live in.
Money, Economy, Wealth and Success
There seems to be an endless supply of books about creating financial abundance, wealth, and success. But I never read one like this before! Scheinfeld cuts to the chase in this, his latest book, and doesn't mince words about what is really going on in our financial and business lives...and we all participate in business; as consumers, employers, employees, business owners, investors, etc. etc. etc. This book is about the very nature of what creates our physical experience, and how to "bust loose" from the Illusion of Separation. A Big One - highly recommend!
Not quite as cutting edge as "Busting Loose", but definitely incorporates more of the true spiritual nature of our experience with money and success. Better than "The Attractor Factor"; Vitale's early classic that emphasizes the Law of Attraction - before he started to "get" that there's nothing "out there" to "attract".
I include "The Moses Code" again here because of Twyman's understanding that we don't "attract" things and experiences into our lives; we manifest or create them from within. In this book he includes the "Code" for inside/out manifesting.
Another book written by a friend I trust, about the effect of mind and emotions on achievement and success. There's a section in this book on using your Heartcompass to discover and eliminate dysfunctional "primitive" beliefs.
Entertainment and Media
My initiation into the world of Metaphysics began in the mid 1960's with the premier of the Sci Fi TV series "STAR TREK". Now a world wide phenomenon, Star Trek has done more to educate and enlighten people about the true nature of the Universe and our place in it than any other book, movie, course, or lecture series ever. Star Trek is chock full of metaphysical principles and metaphors. And it's so very entertaining! What could be better than that. I encourage you to watch Star Trek with fresh eyes after learning a few things about Metaphysics. I trust you will be blown away! Watch all 72 episodes of the Original Series on YouTube for Free!
If you haven't seen "The Matrix" (really? I thought everyone has seen this!) then you really must have it now. This is the movie that brought us the "Red Pill" that shattered the illusion that the world we live in is "solid" and "real". It's Hollywood entertainment, so don't expect consistency or scientific accuracy. But the overall message is right on, and has probably done more to wake people up to the true nature of our existence than anything else ever has.
The 2005 film "The New World" with Colin Ferrell demonstrates powerfully how humans can land in a place of incredible abundance, then out of ignorance and fear build walls that separate them from the very resources they need to survive. An incredible tale of how love can overcome this fear, and bring down the walls of "illusion of separation" (my words). Entertaining and enlightening. Click on the image to go to Amazon and watch the Video On Demand (just $2.99).
Conscious Media Network: Free Video Interviews on Consciousness, Enlightenment, and Human Potential. Also, Movies, Music and Radio. Hours and hours of free access to the leading thinkers and teachers of our time.
 Science For Life: Science you can use for a better life. Weekly Radio Interview program streaming live online. Interviews are saved in an archive and are available any time. Featuring leaders in science such as Bruce Lipton, PhD., Gregg Braden, Rob Williams, Eldon Taylor, Carol Ritberger PhD., Judith Orloff MD., and more...
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