The Invitation (Abridged) Audiobook

" The author writes with intense passion. "

" Have consistently given this book as a gift at special occasions, such as graduation and Christmas. Oriah invites us to confront the various human experiences from desire and commitment to sorrow and betrayal- then challenges us to open ourselves to the possibilities of love and life. "

" Don't let the author's New Age name scare you off. The Invitation is a soulful poem about what should really matter between humans, not what Madison Avenue tries to condition people to. The book contains the poem, and a discussion of the poem. "

" Personally for me, I found this book boring and pretentious. Her constant repetition of the work "ache" made me want to scream. I stopped reading after 3 chapters. "

" The book explores the origins and expands on the meaning of the poem. It's one of those books that you pause frequently to reflect on your own life. The book explores themes of openness, authenticity, compassion, truth, and intimacy in our personal life and in relationship with others. I recommend the book highly. Just google the poem and decide for yourself - The Invitation. "

" I came to know The Invitation when it was used as a closing prayer in a group I have shared with for many years. It truly is an invitation to "go deeper" in oneself and in life. I loved it so much I had to get her follow ups.. The Call, and The Dance!! Answer "The Call" and you will "Dance"! "

" this book really helped me get over an anger I held for too long, I always wanted to give it to the person I have forgiven, but I haven't yet. "

" One of my favorite books!! "

" An expanded version of the prose poem originally by the author, this books is phenomenal! "

" I absolutely LOVED this book. It is a 'thinker' book. I also have read several of her other books and enjoyed them as well as the searching of one's self that comes with the book. "

" A beautiful collection of words! "

" It's taking me a while to read it as it keeps giving me a lot to think about, but it's an enjoyable read. "

" Must have staple for those who like to look deeper within themselves and what they want in life. "

" a gorgeous challenge for me, for anyone... great book "

" The poem is wonderful, which is why I got the book out of the library. Maybe I have already read too much similar stuff but I didn't find anything useful or original here. I would recommend sticking with the poem, which you can find on the web. "

" I enjoyed this book so much, I bought a dozen and have given them away to various favorite women over the years. Truly made me reconsider many of my choices and the changes since then have all been for the best! "

" It's a good spiritual book. "

" every woman wants to tell their lover this one day.......every woman yearns to know what their man is willing to do for love..... "

" so beautiful, and absolute must read "

" This is another book that can be read in an hour or two but it packs a punch. I love love love love the poem. A timely reminder. "

" Wonderful! This book is filled to the brim with inspiration to follow your heart, dreams, and passions! "

" Read this! So inspiring. . . "

" how can anyone resist an author with a name like that? "

" This book is amazing, profound and inspiring with regard to our human spirit. "

" the content is basic meditation exercises, but the value of the book comes from the gorgeous prose. worth reading just to see how she weaves words together within the actual meditations "

" A beautiful book . Simple and profound. "

" loved this book, so so real. "

" A staple to reread ever so often as it is such inspiration for living. "

" I enjoyed this book. She writes beautifully. "

" Lightbulb moments and seeing another point of view and being able to embrace a new perspective . . . you will experience this and more from reading this book. "