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nightdiamond · 06-18-2008, 10:16 AM

Neurospeak-

This book claims to "Transform your body while you read!". Yes, all you have to do is read the book, and it will radically change your body, consciouness, and "the very essence of your being".

It is supposed to use a "revolutionary technique" to address the reader's nervous system through it's written words to cause changes in the muscles, body organs, and the brain's mental and spiritual aspects.

The description is very vague,

Stanley Krippner, Ph.D.,

"Neurospeak is unlike any other book I have ever read. It uses the printed word to enhance the reader's body image, and does so in a way that is entertaining and provocative. But let the readers beware. They may never be the same again!"

That makes it sounds interesting, but still somewhat hyped, so I went to amazon.com to see more impartial reviews from customers;

Cheap thrills and an invitation to Eastern religions, July 26, 2000
By qb "book lover" (Ohio, USA) - See all my reviews

"Save your money. Other than an invitation to try eastern religions, I found this book to be a complete waste of time. Yup, if you think about relaxing a part of your body, it'll relax. Deep breathing will relax you, and reading about these things will suggest that you do them".

want to Get High?, August 9, 1998
By A Customer

I have bought this book at least four times and I keep giving it away. I want everyone to read it! The simplest method for experiencing altered states and body transformation. A virtual drug on a page.

Wonderful Book, May 2, 2004
By A Customer
"This is an incredible book. Don't listen to that stupid first review. "

The Holy Grail of Self-Help Books, May 21 2000
By Matt (USA) - See all my reviews

"This may not be the only self-help book you ever need. But if you're like me and you've accumulated a lot of books over the years, but haven't managed to stick with the program, this is it! Getting results is not exactly as easy as reading a book. It's about as easy as reading a book and making a sandwich. Without needing discipline or faith or changing beliefs, I have already become more aware of how being in certain positions or making certain motions will cause strain resulting in aches and pains later. I can also count on being able to relax whenever I want and fall asleep when I need to.

It's hard to go into a great deal of detail about what's in the book because what you get out of it will be very personal. I can say that it's been an experience that I will never forget. There is a great deal more to be gained, I'm sure, as one reads the book/does the exercises (They're the same thing! You won't fall into the trap of reading the book and procrastinating on doing the exercises! ) but they're fun, pleasurable and produce undeniable results every time. There's no fear for letting this one sit on the shelf after getting frustrated or jaded. I may even go back through my library and see if I find something that's a bit more useful with my newfound perspective.

..If you're of a mystical bent, this is an excellent way to achieve an altered state that can serve as a launching pad for your magical journey. For the scientific type, there is no "spoon-bending" or anything else to be skeptical about. Only time-tested, well-researched method that you can test and evaluate for yourself. For the Leary/Wilson types, this is the most effective tool for getting practical benefits from fifth-circuit activation that I've ever come across. And believe me, I've looked, dude.

Bottom line, I highly reccomend it for anyone who posesses a human nervous system. "

something missing, May 4 2004
By . (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews

"I've been to a Robert Masters seminar, which,(and I mean this in a very positive sense), was largely influenced by the Feldenkrais method. I was told then about his intention to take the concept to the next level: no movement at all. After the wonderful results at the seminar, I was excited to think that such effects could be had in an even simpler and easier manner. Unfortunately, this book just didn't 'do it' for me. "

The conclusion? I have no idea what this book is about.....

Attitude Activator-

The idea behind this cd claims that after listening to it, you can quickly and easily change your rotten, negative attitude into a positive, cheerful, happy one.

If you encounter a negative mood during the day you can quickly change it into a positive mood and feel ready to take on anything.

Another interesting idea, although the 'quickly change your mind without effort' makes it sounds a little suspicious/hyped. But on the plus side, the testimonials (from the site) have the full names of the people that were deleted by me if I posted them;

"The Attitude Activator is something I want to share with other people...I want everyone I come in contact with to experience how easy it is to change focus from negativity and unaccomplished goals to setting consistent outcomes that bring states that have long been desired...I dance through my days with a smile on my face and a humongous appetite for learning."
Gloria (deleted by me), Florida.”

"I just received this product 2 days ago; and have only listened to it three times but I am impressed by it. I haven't realized any outcomes yet; but I can feel it deliberately move me into and out of a hypnotic state; I certainly hope this is deliberate!"
Greg (deleted by me again)

And,

"I work a solid 10 hours a day sitting in front of my computer. So when 5:00 o'clock comes, I NEED to hit the gym. Suffice to say, I sometimes lack the motivation it takes to get to the gym and do a really good intense workout....

Night after night I pop in Rex Sikes "Attitude Activator" and this really does the trick. There are times when I am dead tired and I drag myself to the gym for my workout. "Oh, God," I think. "How am I going to get through 40 minutes of intense treadmill and then eight sets of chin-ups and dips?"

Well, those are the nights I pop in the "Attitude Activator" and I have been amazed time and time again how this tape helps me to rise to the occasion. The music is great, the message is powerful and motivating. It helps to push through and complete the workout and FEEL GOOD doing it. By the time I'm done, I feel great.

One important reason I can recommend "Attitude Activator" as opposed to (other trainer's tapes) is that the tape is a high-quality recording. Whether I've played it on my expensive stereo system or slapped it into my Sony Walkman, the Sikes tape sounds EXCELLENT..."
Jerry, from alt.psychology.nlp

"Last February, I had an amazing experience after listening to Rex's Attitude Activator Tape. My boss called me in, and totally unexpected, told me he was laying me off... And when his voice first reached my ears, and I translated what he was saying into reality, my first impulse was horror. Tears stood, as they say, in my eyes... A lot depended, it turned out, on how I reacted in those very first seconds. And I've always, before, panicked and gotten angry first, in any uncomfortable situation, although months later I usually decide it was for the best.

This time, however, I'd been listening to Attitude Activator. And the original horror and urge to cry triggered a word in my head: "flick". Those of you who have heard the tape will recognize it. And in less than the blink of an eye I thought: What would I do in this circumstance if I *had* *all* the resources I needed. And in less than another blink, they were there!!

And I was really proud of myself! I clicked into a resourceful state, negotiated successfully (very successfully, it turned out) and left the meeting walking on *air*! It was the first "Eureka" moment I had in changing my own state with NLP. And now, six months later, the good effects are *still* working.

Just wanted to brag....
About my own work....
And about the value of the tape.....

Ps. I'm not one of Rex's students. Yet."

Kay (deleted), from alt.psychology.nlp

"I am HUGELY enjoying my Attitude Activator! I've been using it 4-5 times a week at night just before bed, and occasionally during the day instead of a lunch break. Wow! It really shifts the attitude around and I feel I can tackle anything afterwards; I am usually able to see particularly vexing issues in a new light soon afterwards. Attitude is everything -- yes it's nearly a clichéd term and none the less true regardless -- and your tape provides the perfect shift for the only thing that determines everything."
Walter (deleted)

This cd is very similar to paraliminals, with two voices in each ear, except it is said you can listen to it while driving, or whenever you need it. It has a fun, somewhat playful quality to it. It has both a male voice and very sensual female voice, with "ooohs, ahhhs, and yessss's on it, which might be another reason why everyone says it motivates them!

Take care everyone.....

06-18-2008, 10:16 AM	#38 (permalink)
nightdiamond Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: California, Los Angeles County Posts: 411	Neurospeak- This book claims to "Transform your body while you read!". Yes, all you have to do is read the book, and it will radically change your body, consciouness, and "the very essence of your being". It is supposed to use a "revolutionary technique" to address the reader's nervous system through it's written words to cause changes in the muscles, body organs, and the brain's mental and spiritual aspects. The description is very vague, Stanley Krippner, Ph.D., "Neurospeak is unlike any other book I have ever read. It uses the printed word to enhance the reader's body image, and does so in a way that is entertaining and provocative. But let the readers beware. They may never be the same again!" That makes it sounds interesting, but still somewhat hyped, so I went to amazon.com to see more impartial reviews from customers; Cheap thrills and an invitation to Eastern religions, July 26, 2000 By qb "book lover" (Ohio, USA) - See all my reviews "Save your money. Other than an invitation to try eastern religions, I found this book to be a complete waste of time. Yup, if you think about relaxing a part of your body, it'll relax. Deep breathing will relax you, and reading about these things will suggest that you do them". want to Get High?, August 9, 1998 By A Customer I have bought this book at least four times and I keep giving it away. I want everyone to read it! The simplest method for experiencing altered states and body transformation. A virtual drug on a page. Wonderful Book, May 2, 2004 By A Customer "This is an incredible book. Don't listen to that stupid first review. " The Holy Grail of Self-Help Books, May 21 2000 By Matt (USA) - See all my reviews "This may not be the only self-help book you ever need. But if you're like me and you've accumulated a lot of books over the years, but haven't managed to stick with the program, this is it! Getting results is not exactly as easy as reading a book. It's about as easy as reading a book and making a sandwich. Without needing discipline or faith or changing beliefs, I have already become more aware of how being in certain positions or making certain motions will cause strain resulting in aches and pains later. I can also count on being able to relax whenever I want and fall asleep when I need to. It's hard to go into a great deal of detail about what's in the book because what you get out of it will be very personal. I can say that it's been an experience that I will never forget. There is a great deal more to be gained, I'm sure, as one reads the book/does the exercises (They're the same thing! You won't fall into the trap of reading the book and procrastinating on doing the exercises! ) but they're fun, pleasurable and produce undeniable results every time. There's no fear for letting this one sit on the shelf after getting frustrated or jaded. I may even go back through my library and see if I find something that's a bit more useful with my newfound perspective. ..If you're of a mystical bent, this is an excellent way to achieve an altered state that can serve as a launching pad for your magical journey. For the scientific type, there is no "spoon-bending" or anything else to be skeptical about. Only time-tested, well-researched method that you can test and evaluate for yourself. For the Leary/Wilson types, this is the most effective tool for getting practical benefits from fifth-circuit activation that I've ever come across. And believe me, I've looked, dude. Bottom line, I highly reccomend it for anyone who posesses a human nervous system. " something missing, May 4 2004 By . (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews "I've been to a Robert Masters seminar, which,(and I mean this in a very positive sense), was largely influenced by the Feldenkrais method. I was told then about his intention to take the concept to the next level: no movement at all. After the wonderful results at the seminar, I was excited to think that such effects could be had in an even simpler and easier manner. Unfortunately, this book just didn't 'do it' for me. " The conclusion? I have no idea what this book is about..... Attitude Activator- The idea behind this cd claims that after listening to it, you can quickly and easily change your rotten, negative attitude into a positive, cheerful, happy one. If you encounter a negative mood during the day you can quickly change it into a positive mood and feel ready to take on anything. Another interesting idea, although the 'quickly change your mind without effort' makes it sounds a little suspicious/hyped. But on the plus side, the testimonials (from the site) have the full names of the people that were deleted by me if I posted them; "The Attitude Activator is something I want to share with other people...I want everyone I come in contact with to experience how easy it is to change focus from negativity and unaccomplished goals to setting consistent outcomes that bring states that have long been desired...I dance through my days with a smile on my face and a humongous appetite for learning." Gloria (deleted by me), Florida.” "I just received this product 2 days ago; and have only listened to it three times but I am impressed by it. I haven't realized any outcomes yet; but I can feel it deliberately move me into and out of a hypnotic state; I certainly hope this is deliberate!" Greg (deleted by me again) And, "I work a solid 10 hours a day sitting in front of my computer. So when 5:00 o'clock comes, I NEED to hit the gym. Suffice to say, I sometimes lack the motivation it takes to get to the gym and do a really good intense workout.... Night after night I pop in Rex Sikes "Attitude Activator" and this really does the trick. There are times when I am dead tired and I drag myself to the gym for my workout. "Oh, God," I think. "How am I going to get through 40 minutes of intense treadmill and then eight sets of chin-ups and dips?" Well, those are the nights I pop in the "Attitude Activator" and I have been amazed time and time again how this tape helps me to rise to the occasion. The music is great, the message is powerful and motivating. It helps to push through and complete the workout and FEEL GOOD doing it. By the time I'm done, I feel great. One important reason I can recommend "Attitude Activator" as opposed to (other trainer's tapes) is that the tape is a high-quality recording. Whether I've played it on my expensive stereo system or slapped it into my Sony Walkman, the Sikes tape sounds EXCELLENT..." Jerry, from alt.psychology.nlp "Last February, I had an amazing experience after listening to Rex's Attitude Activator Tape. My boss called me in, and totally unexpected, told me he was laying me off... And when his voice first reached my ears, and I translated what he was saying into reality, my first impulse was horror. Tears stood, as they say, in my eyes... A lot depended, it turned out, on how I reacted in those very first seconds. And I've always, before, panicked and gotten angry first, in any uncomfortable situation, although months later I usually decide it was for the best. This time, however, I'd been listening to Attitude Activator. And the original horror and urge to cry triggered a word in my head: "flick". Those of you who have heard the tape will recognize it. And in less than the blink of an eye I thought: What would I do in this circumstance if I had all the resources I needed. And in less than another blink, they were there!! And I was really proud of myself! I clicked into a resourceful state, negotiated successfully (very successfully, it turned out) and left the meeting walking on air! It was the first "Eureka" moment I had in changing my own state with NLP. And now, six months later, the good effects are still working. Just wanted to brag.... About my own work.... And about the value of the tape..... Ps. I'm not one of Rex's students. Yet." Kay (deleted), from alt.psychology.nlp "I am HUGELY enjoying my Attitude Activator! I've been using it 4-5 times a week at night just before bed, and occasionally during the day instead of a lunch break. Wow! It really shifts the attitude around and I feel I can tackle anything afterwards; I am usually able to see particularly vexing issues in a new light soon afterwards. Attitude is everything -- yes it's nearly a clichéd term and none the less true regardless -- and your tape provides the perfect shift for the only thing that determines everything." Walter (deleted) This cd is very similar to paraliminals, with two voices in each ear, except it is said you can listen to it while driving, or whenever you need it. It has a fun, somewhat playful quality to it. It has both a male voice and very sensual female voice, with "ooohs, ahhhs, and yessss's on it, which might be another reason why everyone says it motivates them! Take care everyone..... Last edited by nightdiamond; 06-19-2008 at 09:02 AM.