Paths Are Made by Walking: Practical Steps for Attaining Serenity

by Th?r?se Jacobs-Stewart and Thérèse Jacobs-Stewart

According to the latest scientific research, regular spiritual reflection has a direct effect on the brain, and can actually create new neural pathways. It's been proven: Drugs are not the only way to permanently change our emotional responses. In this unique synthesis of science and the study of spirit, psychologist Therese Jacobs-Stewart not only explains the phenomenon of the emotional brain, but, more important, shows us how to reap the valuable...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0446530670
• ISBN13: 9780446530675
• Release Date: June 2003
• Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.4"

Customer Reviews

A Compelling Gateway

Paths are Made by Walking provides a loving, clear and compelling gateway to the truth of this moment. This book goes to the heart of what is really important-Jacobs-Stewart not only understands the essence of a variety of spiritual practices, she presents them with clarity, power, and authenticity.Dosho Port-sensei, Guiding Teacher, Clouds in Water Zen Center

Paths are Made by Walking

This is one of the most significant books to come along for practical steps in achieving emotional intelligence. It is to the Spirit as The Artist's Way is to creativity. A wonderful book.

Practical and easy way to change your life!

My husband and I recently read this book together after seeing Therese at a book fair and being very impressed with her presence. The book is full of wisdom,understanding and practical applications to life. The exercises have already started to change my life. I have increased awareness of myself and my responses to people, situations, and events. The exercises are easy to learn and simple to make a part of daily life, without taking up a lot of time. Therese's explanations of the brain's workings greatly help one understand the way the brain works. Her explanations also have given me words to express myself in difficult times. I highly recommend this book for those seeking to better their lives.

What a simple way to come alive!

I really liked this book and it's already made a big difference in my life. Right away I was hooked by the real life examples the author uses - "that's just like me!", I thought. Unlike many "help" books, this one gave me an immediate, easy place to start AND I immediately noticed a difference. I started with the body scan in chapter 3 and the daily feelings examen in chapter 4 and was amazed at how much these simple practices increased my awareness of what was going on. The amazing result was comfort. Then I noticed I felt more calm, confident and powerful where I often have felt anxious, wimpy and angry. Talk about a way to reduce stress! These simple first steps that even a way too busy person like me can fit into my day seem to start an upward spiral that little by little quickly leads to more energy and joy. The explanation of the science behind emotions is easy to understand and I found it totally fascinating. The information about ancient wisdom practices fed my spirit and I felt a little more connected to the universe. I've taken lots of management courses and read a lot of great sounding self-improvement programs, but this deceptively quiet, simple book really worked for me. I definitely recommend walking this path.

My #1 Business Tool

I had the opportunity to read this book while en route to what I expected to be a very difficult business meeting. As the plane ate up the miles between my home office and my destination, I ate up the pages of this book. In it, I discovered within myself the path to produce a superior result in my conversations with my client, and create an atmosphere where everyone in attendance felt like a winner. I realized that my trepidation about the meeting was, in truth, a boundless energy source, available to access for the benefit of all involved in the discussion. I offer my thanks to the author, for providing me the most plausible and beneficial business tool I have encountered in over 15 years of specialization in turbulent launch merger Corporate-America, and a resource that I use every day, both professionally and personally. I plan on buying a stack, and giving copies to business colleagues, friends, and family.