The Shadow Effect: Illuminating the Hidden Power of Your True Self Audiobook, by Deepak Chopra Play Audiobook Sample

The Shadow Effect: Illuminating the Hidden Power of Your True Self Audiobook

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Read By: Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Debbie Ford Publisher: HarperAudio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 4.83 hours at 1.5x Speed 3.63 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: May 2010 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780061993077

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

59

Longest Chapter Length:

11:36 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

02:36 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

07:22 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

69

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Publisher Description

In this groundbreaking exploration, three New York Times bestselling authors—Debbie Ford (The Dark Side of the Light Chasers, Why Good People Do Bad Things), Marianne Williamson (The Age of Miracles, A Return to Love), and Deepak Chopra (Jesus: A Story of Enlightenment)—deliver a comprehensive and practical guide to harnessing the power of our dark side.

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"This is probably the best guide to understanding both myself and other people I have ever read. And when you're done, you'll find yourself going through life a little lighter. No one around you changes, but you change. Your experience changes and that makes your life infinitely better and happier."

— Lindsay (5 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Beginning with the premise that people fear their shadow self, this stellar lineup sets out to bring the collective shadow into the light and teach readers how to manage it until it can be dissolved.”

    — New Age Retailer
  • “Its concerns…are real and timely.”

    — Library Journal

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller
  • An Audie Award Finalist

The Shadow Effect Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 3.58823529411765 out of 53.58823529411765 out of 53.58823529411765 out of 53.58823529411765 out of 53.58823529411765 out of 5 (3.59)
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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This was a useful book full of interesting and instructive details. Worth a second read to gain the full benefit and integrate the concepts into one's personal life. "

    — Leanne, 2/17/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " I was expecting more from this book, maybe because I've read previous books of Deepack "

    — Annacath, 2/3/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A great book. One to read again and again especially Deepak's part. "

    — Sandra, 1/28/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is an awesome book!! It will help you understand yourself as well as others. You will suddenly notice where you are projecting on to others and when they are projecting onto you!!! Good stuff!! :) "

    — Wendyg, 1/27/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I enjoyed reading this book. The book helps explain how our public persona is developed and how to look inside and bring out the positive things you have suppressed in your life. "

    — David, 1/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " True to Deepak Chopra's stance, this book is about embracing all that we are as individuals and as a race. Compassion and honesty are always cornerstone to evolving. "

    — Denise, 1/8/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It is a good and simple book that mentions other more complex authors such as Carl Jung. I guess the general public will get something out of it and for the few hours that it takes to read it i think it is worth it. "

    — Maria, 1/7/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Love Love LOVED this book! Was a fan of Deepak and Marianne-Denise was a natural fit w/those two. Great insight about that side of me that doesn't see much light of day. "

    — Davida, 12/13/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I like the three different perspectives in this book, especially Debra Ford and Deepak Chopra. Their ideas are very enlightening about our own self-concepts and how our perceptions control our actions and can limit our true intentions. "

    — Jennifer, 12/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Hard to get into but enlightening "

    — Sarah, 11/25/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I really liked this. Learning more about myself and my relationship to the world. "

    — Lila, 11/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Deepak gets 5 stars, of course, on this one; the other two, eh, I'll give them 3 but I got a little tired of the rambling. "

    — Beth, 11/6/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " The second part of the book written by Debbie Ford was the best part for me. She was able to explain everything in practical terms. "

    — Cindy, 10/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Some incisive wisdom, some common knowledge. The good far outweighs the bad and makes this a worthwhile read. "

    — Ann, 10/3/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Reading this until my Mystery of the Redemption comes!! "

    — Janice, 4/18/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I haven't finished yet, but I highly recommend this book. Ive actually been listening to it and it has truly been life changing. It is not a feel good book, but definitely forces you to confront the cracks and crevices of your psyche. "

    — Andrea, 3/23/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I believe I've enjoyed Deepak's other books more. There were some good insights but the book has a predominantly darker feel to it. Still, an interesting read. "

    — Christine, 12/10/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Loved Deepak Chopra, clarified some Jungian theories that I never quite absorbed. The other two authors annoyed my, especially Marrianne Williamson but still appreciated the information they offered. It actually made a difference in my life and I will reread it. "

    — Amanda, 10/31/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Not my normal genre, but Den recommended it. VERY insightful! "

    — Chris, 10/19/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I didn't care for the Marianne Williamson portion of this book. The rest was okay, but still a little too general. "

    — Robert, 9/2/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " the book illustrates the intricate web of how our unconsciousness manifests inside through life! it is an introductory read to our own mental construction and brings a glimpse into how we can live a life of well-intention and control. "

    — Zachary, 5/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Three of my favorite authors discuss the dark side of human nature and how to overcome it with love. I am listening to it in my car. "

    — Laurie, 3/28/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I like the three different perspectives in this book, especially Debra Ford and Deepak Chopra. Their ideas are very enlightening about our own self-concepts and how our perceptions control our actions and can limit our true intentions. "

    — Jennifer, 3/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Incredible. Very thought provocking. I feel with another layer whom i Android Android what need to do for my life. Great tools. "

    — Robert, 2/22/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Love Love LOVED this book! Was a fan of Deepak and Marianne-Denise was a natural fit w/those two. Great insight about that side of me that doesn't see much light of day. "

    — Davida, 12/23/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " The best part was the section by Marianne Williamson. "

    — Wil, 12/19/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Not my normal genre, but Den recommended it. VERY insightful! "

    — Chris, 11/7/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Loved Deepak Chopra, clarified some Jungian theories that I never quite absorbed. The other two authors annoyed my, especially Marrianne Williamson but still appreciated the information they offered. It actually made a difference in my life and I will reread it. "

    — Amanda, 10/29/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Some incisive wisdom, some common knowledge. The good far outweighs the bad and makes this a worthwhile read. "

    — Ann, 10/26/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Really good advice on how to deal with your negative feelings. "

    — Marybeth, 9/6/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I read this as part of a research project. I had no idea how informed I'd become... It's like I have been somewhat asleep in my life, and now I am ready to awaken!! Beautiful, insightful, and definitely gave me something to chew upon!! "

    — Melanie, 8/18/2010
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Reading this until my Mystery of the Redemption comes!! "

    — Janice, 8/17/2010
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Very slow and repetitive. I ended up listening to it on audio cd. "

    — Wendy, 8/8/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Very good 'self-help' type of book, can't wait to see the movie! :) "

    — Carrie, 8/8/2010

About the Authors

Deepak Chopra MD, FACP, founder of the Chopra Foundation, a nonprofit entity for research on well-being and humanitarianism, and Chopra Global, a modern-day health company at the intersection of science and spirituality, is a world-renowned pioneer in integrative medicine and personal transformation. Chopra is a clinical professor of family medicine and public health at the University of California, San Diego. He is the author of over eighty-nine books translated into over forty-three languages, including numerous New York Times bestsellers. His ninetieth book and national bestseller, Metahuman: Unleashing Your Infinite Potential (Harmony Books), unlocks the secrets to moving beyond our present limitations to access a field of infinite possibilities. Time magazine has described Dr. Chopra as “one of the top one hundred heroes and icons of the century.”

Marianne Williamson is an internationally acclaimed lecturer and New York Times bestselling author. She has been a popular guest on a number of television programs, including Oprah, Larry King Live, Good Morning America, and Charlie Rose. Williamson is the founder of Project Angel Food, a meals-on-wheels program that serves homebound people with AIDS in the Los Angeles area. She is a native of Houston, Texas.

Debbie Ford (1955–2013) wrote The Dark Side of the Light Chasers, The Secret of the Shadow, Spiritual Divorce, The Right Questions, The Best Year of Your Life, Why Good People Do Bad Things, and The 21-Day Consciousness Cleanse, among other works. Her books sold over one million copies and have been translated into thirty-two languages. She led workshops on “Shadow Process,” hosted TV and radio shows, and also established the Ford Institute for Transformational Training.