Deepak Chopra M.D. - The Soul of Healing Meditations

This CD is excellent if you want to be led into the zone and left there like a pet rock in a state of deep relaxation and meditation. It is one of the few guided meditations that doesn't irk by somehow giving verbal directions constantly even as you are trying to tune out everything.

The music is wonderful, taking you from a slowing down to a joyful expression of Divine Love. From watching your breath to an Ode to Solomon, your soul will be healed.
From www.dailyom.com
"Chopra saves his best for last. The meditations complete, he ends by reciting from the "Odes of Solomon": "You split me/ and you tore my heart open/ and you filled me with love." Over a tambourine, a cooing female voice, and a come-hither electric bass line, Chopra recites this ode in a way that encompasses the listener; perfect love is at work in these words, guiding Chopra's beneficent intent. "I have become like paradise," he notes. "And because I have become like paradise/ my soul is healed." Your soul can be healed too; no effort is required beyond playing this disc and letting yourself be guided by Dr. Chopra's melodious voice."

This CD has become part of my lifestyle. I have derived tremendous benefits by listening to it since 2003. To me, it's all about belief and faith. Not necessarily in a religion per se but in experiencing divinity through the soul of healing meditations.Thank you Mr Chopra for this creation !

The first time I follwed Dr. Chopra's meditation for healing I actually experienced that which he was intending and relief of sciatic pain. Learning to let go of resentment, grievances and regret...learning forgiveness, gratitude, and focus in any area of the body. The pamphlet that comes with the CD is superb. He explains certain ideas and concepts which aid in the power of the meditations.

Listening to this cd puts me in a peaceful and relaxed place. Exactly what I need/want.

I love this cd. I use it for personal and professional healing. My clients fall in love with on the first breath! The meditations can be used individually or the whole CD.... so many great healings!!!! And Deepak... can't get enough!

Namaste
Jacqueline Kennedy
Facets of Healing
Reiki Energy Healing Center
717 Vista Ave
Boise, ID 83705
208-429-9999

Except for the first five minutes of breathing, I am hardly able to relax to this guided meditation at all or concentrate on (accept?) Mr. Chopra's commentary. Some, not all, of the background music is relaxing. I was looking for a guided meditation to revive my practice, and bring balance to my middle age do it all mom existance. After listening several times, I still find myself talking back to the cd, reminding myself that I do not believe in God(s) each time they are invoked, and am wondering what the heck they have to do with self healing anyway. I wish I would have read the one star reviews or looked into Deepak Chopra's religious. background before I purchased. As another reviewer commented, I have no problem with other folks invoking gods, if that is what they need and believe. I am not able to rationally do so. Yet I believe relaxation techniques are extremely healing and beneficial. So if you can accept the blessings with gratitude, perhaps this is the cd for you. But I am betting there are more universally appealing products out there.

I listen to this on my way to work and my way home if things are tense at work. However, as a Christian I find a couple tracks hard to handle as they ask for assistance from various dieties. I silently change the names to fit who I ask for assistance. His voice is very pleasant. As a beginnner, this helps me.

This is great for calming oneself and slowing your breath. I have not been able to take any inner journeys of self discovery while listening to it, however, which is something I have been able to do with other guided visualizations.

THIS PROGRAM WORKS FOR ME. I FEEL A HEALING, JOYOUS ESCAPE EACH TIME I USE IT. I THINK A LOT OF RESEARCH WENT INTO THIS CD. I OWN MANY OF THIS NATURE, AND ONLY USE 1 OR 2. IT'S NOT EASY, AT LEAST FOR ME TO FIND A GOOD ONE. I LOVE 'YOUR PRESENT', BY SUZI MANTELL AS WELL.

Very restful. Feel whole after doing everything as instructed. Some of the music gets a little wierd and I thought it was the cd, but after using it for a week, I understand how it all comes together. Would recommend it for anyone under stress of mildly depressed.

I have quite a collection of guided meditation CD's (and tapes). This is incredible, my favorite. I was amazed as Deepak Chopra so calmly guided me to direct the flow of my blood, and how easy it was to fall into a breathing pattern that allowed me to experience sensations that prompted a major shift in my awareness. I love this CD! Feel you body respond to your thoughts and know your connection and power.The Soul of Healing Meditations

After meditating with this cd I can remember my dreams now. My dreams are more like HD tv. It is not foggy, I am there. I am more pieceful. I don't get angry any more the way I use to. Meditation gives you a pieceful high without taking drugs or alcohol.

I am not a participant in my problems but more of an observer which sort of disconects me and allows me to see both sides of a situation rather than looking at it just from my point of view and taking things so personally.

It is not a dull cd it has some good sounds. If you can, try it and see.

I suspect I will wear this CD out. I really appreciate the immediacy in its ability to deliver a sense of peace to me. Sometimes, at work, I repeat play track 8. The daily grind and this crazy world can make me over-anxious. I turn this CD on and am pleasantly mesmerized, relaxed and removed from the world's poor choices by Deepak's voice and the wonderful music collaborating his intent. Thank you, Deepak, for thinking of others and giving us such a gift.

I have read other reviews negating the CD because of the reviewer's Christian faith. There is nothing in this dialogue that would harm oneself or other people in any way. Jesus is my savior, and I have no fear of what is being delivered in this CD. It is Universal in the goodness it brings. The reference to "the gods" isn't objectionable to me. When I reach that point, my faith naturally brings to my soul my one and only God. Deepak makes references to verses in the Christian based "Course in Miracles", the Bible, Ghandi and others in a variety of his other works. This CD speaks to all faiths (that promote positive living). I think he is willing, as I am, to appreciate the ideas that promote true wellness and a oneness (aka the Church) irrelevant of faith. How do we expect to develop "tolerance" as is the buzz today, if we don't review what other people believe? I appreciate and respect that sentiment. Jesus meditated, the Word speaks to meditating to rejuvenate one's soul. In my on-going search in life to build upon my spirituality, I haven't found Western rituals that teach people how to meditate. The regular practice of going within does bring on the much needed peace, I don't believe anyone is excluded from needing. Thank you again, Deepak. If that is you chanting somewhere in the middle of that CD, you are magnificent. I'm ready for more.

I have several guided meditation cd's and this is one of my favorites. The background music is calming and Deepak's voice is not distracting at all (that's what usually ruins a guided meditation for me). I meditate with this cd 3-4 times per week in the mornings. It's a great way to start the day feeling refreshed from the inside out.

I settled on this after looking for an introduction to meditation. I am peculiar in that I find some people's voices/accents really distracting to the relaxation process. Every guided meditation album I listened to was either too nasal or too twangy or the music was too lame or... well, you get the picture.

For me, Deepak Chopra's voice is the only one I find soothing! This is a great album, and the music is relaxing - not too silly-keyboardy airy-fairy. It's very professional.

I listen to this while tucked in bed and unfortunately I usually fall asleep before the end! (I like to imagine that my subconscious is still getting the benefit even if I am zonked out 2/3rds of the way through!)

I would recommend this to anybody looking for an introduction to meditation. I have no real previous experience in meditation, eastern philosophy or similar and I found this to be very accessible.

This is an excellent guided meditation for beginners or more advanced meditators. I have used it many times and it has helped me through some tough times. Deepak Chopra is great, and his voice is beautiful and soothing. Highly recommended.

This CD helps me each time I listen to it. The comfort I receive is confirmation to me that it truly is healing! Dr. Chopra's voice and the different meditations is completely soothing and relaxing. I enjoy the music they have included on the CD also.

Excellent tape. I use it a lot. Soothing, healing. I would recommend it for anyone who is serious about utilizing guided imagery for healing.

The narrator's voice maintains the meditator's attention and focus. The words, music, chants and poetry utilized on this cd are exactly what is needed to slow down and bring your focus inward. If you are looking for a guided journey type cd, this is not it. This cd focuses on healing, breathing, the mind/body connection and the ability of the meditator to generate healing via meditation practice.

I have been working with this CD for almost a year, and I think it is incredible. Deepak takes us through a series of techniques to help create wellness via a breathing meditation, forgiveness meditation and creating awareness for what we already have created that we are grateful. This is an important step toward creating our desired future. Overall, this meditation is a very energizing experience as he gently guides us to healing. (I won't give it away) This has saved me from feeling sick at various times in my life and produced results in more ways than I can explain. It really works. I also love the music. I'm inspired and I will continue to do this daily and never get bored! Thank you Deepak!

I bought this to assist my recovery from a long bout with Lyme disease. I found it minimally useful. It is relaxing, but I was hoping some more creative visualizations directed toward healing one's body. Perhaps it is intended to heal the soul, which may ultimately heal the body, but I was disappointed.

This is the first guided meditation CD I've purchased, and it has grounded me and helped me relax oh so many times. I do not like the second half of the CD due to personal preference, although I do not find it offensive per religion (I believe in the power of all religions), I just don't like it as the pace changes a bit. But the first half is EXCELLENT! His voice and the meditations are calming and grounding.

If you want to be hypnotized and then indoctrinated into a pluraltheistic belief system, this is the CD for you. This is a thinly veiled attempt to get people to buy into Chopra's eastern religious practices, and the insidious thing is that he does so when he has you deep in trance, calling out in worship and "gratitude" to goddesses and gods of his religion while your subconscious mind is wide open and impressionable. I know better than to get involved with this stuff, and I woke straight up though I don't believe most people would be able to do so after the long, long descent to the subconscious level. Very, very, dishonest presentation of what he is really trying to do. He isn't trying to relax you, he's trying to recruit you away from your own spiritual beliefs and into his. I urge all to stay away from this dishonest, manipulative attempt to program listeners to go over to the dark side of eastern religion. If you believe there is one God, protect yourself and stay away from this "product". Don't open doors you can't close.

Although I feel it's not "pc" to say, I was distracted by Dr. Chopra's strong accent. I found the hindu god calling a bit "out there" for my mind set. I will listen a few more times before passing final judgement (and maybe passing on the CD).

I enjoyed the first part of this CD but it left me flat when it went into Hindu gods. Don't get me wrong--if you can believe that wtuff feel free but as a Christian I don't plan to flirt with breaking the first commandant. I thought the CD would be more in line with Buddhism. Buddha, as I understand it, did not believe in God, per se, but he was a very admirable person and did a lot of good for the human race. I am also a great admirer of the Dalai Lama. I did give this CD to a nurse who is a Buddhist and she enjoyed it. I also like Deepak Chopra and wouldn't I love to have his money.

It's funny to be asked to submit a review when I have yet to receive the item. It's been almost two months.!

This meditation tape takes you through meditation steps that are focused and completely satisfying and successful. I was preparing for major surgery and had hopes that I could help myself through the fear and apprehension. What this tape did for me was to open my mind to the amazing value of meditation for all purposes in my life. I see it as a beginning to a greater education. Dr. Chopra has a calming voice and an obvious desire to teach. For this, I am grateful.

The guided breathing starts the relaxation process and progresses into a deeper relaxation. The healing affirmations help to release regrets and resentments of the past. This is very liberating as you can feel the tension let go to be replaced with an inner peace the more often you practice this meditation. This CD is excellent for times when you need comfort and assistance in gaining the discipline to practice meditation on a regular basis. It helps release the tensions of the day when practiced in the evening.

This CD is a good investment if you are looking to work on self-healing. The music is relaxing and Deepak's voice has its usual melodic, soothing effect.The visualization where you are guided to release negativity towards others is wonderful.I also enjoyed sending words and imagery throughout my body.
Other great CDs I am working with are Indigo Dreams:Adult Relaxation and Guided Meditations by Bodhipaksa. If you enjoy international accents I would get this or Bodhipaksa. If you are looking for an American voice I would go with indigo dreams. Either way you will be calmer and healthier.

This was a great addition to my collection of self healing works as I try and cleanse out all that stands in the way of my highest self.
For self improvement I also recommend:
"Free Your Love Now" by Clint Arthur (e-book)
The Artists Way- by Julia Cameron (book)
"Voice Lessons To GO" By Ariella Vaccarino (singing lessons on CDs)

There are so many amzing things to learn from out there.

This book or Cd was given to the Good will because I found it Not useful. I will never reccommend it to anyone, I am very disappointed since Chopra is one of my favorite authors.....pat

This is one of my favorite meditation CD's. I find that some of the exercises are very powerful for me. The section on opening your heart and letting go of resentments and CHOOSING the miracle is something I had to transcribe. The music on the CD enhances the experience, and Mr. Chopra's voice is pleasant and unobtrusive. For beginners the CD may run a little long, but it can be stopped at any section and still feel like a complete meditation session.

This meditation is truly amazing. Even for the novice in meditating, the guided meditations on this CD take you through an experience for every need that you might have. Once done with a session, you are relaxed, beathing is more even, every bodily system seems to be in sync. With regular guided meditation, I feel like I am able to face any challenge head-on and watch it turn into an opportunity. I highly recommend it.