Review by Margaux Joy DeNador
Review by Margaux Joy DeNador – January 2013
What a book!
The book, emPOWERed YOUth was written by a father and son, Michael and Jeffrey Eisen. The subtitle of the book says, "A father and son's journey to conscious living." The subtitle really describes what this book is like. In the book, the Eisen's take us on a journey that describes how they went from feeling stressed, unhappy, and unhealthy to feeling peaceful, happy, and healthy. The transformation in their relationship with each other, as well as the changes they have made in their work, truly inspires me.
Michael Eisen
is a passionate, authentic, and charismatic speaker and he is the
founder of the Youth Wellness Network which is an organization dedicated
to inspiring and empowering youth across the globe to live happier and
more positive lives.
Jeffrey
Eisen went from being President and CEO of a multimillion dollar business to a
life of awakening, empowering, and inspiring others by sharing what he has learned through his work as a life coach.
I was very curious to read this book after speaking with Michael during an interview I did with him last year. Michael tells, in the book's introduction, about what it was like to meet Louise Hay and Reid Tracy and be asked to share his story with them was interesting and inspiring to me.
The book gives an autobiographical view of the lives of Jeffery and Michael
Eisen. I found it interesting to hear both sides – back and forth – how
Jeffery (the Dad) saw it, what he was thinking, feeling, and learning –
and how that helped Michael (the Son) to see life in some new ways,
change how he felt, what he believed, and also inspired him to create
the Youth Wellness Network.
The book includes life stories along with a collection of
what the Eisen's feel are their most important life lessons. In the book are insights, and principles that influenced the Eisens and
supported them in their journey to conscious living. Reading this book can help people realize that everyone has the ability to change their life for the better.
At the end of the book is a resources section that includes many exercises, activities, and practices you can choose to make part of your daily life or just pull them out when you need them.
The Eisens believe this book can help people improve their relationships and begin to create a new future full compassion, understanding, empowerment, and true happiness for everyone. I think they are right.
What did I like about this book?
I liked hearing both stories – from the dad, Jeffery, and the son, Michael. I was inspired by how Jeffrey's decision to become a life coach helped his son in so many ways. It was also inspiring to know that when you decide to change how you look at life, think about life, and therefore how you feel about it, you can go from feeling ill, unhappy, and stressed, to feeling healthy, happy, and peaceful. The Eisens have learned how to be in agreement with the flow of life. The changes these two men have made is inspiring.
The Eisens give us a new perspective on how parents and kids can empower each other. How? By opening up to honest communication and a willingness to let go of beliefs that cause unhappiness, illness, and a life full of fear and stress. This book offers guidance for parents, young people, educators, and anyone who wants to live a more empowered and loving life.
Adults will probably be able to relate to both Jeffery and Michael's stories. Young people will relate most to how Michael was feeling – especially during high school and college.
Jeffrey Eisen's coaching website: www.awakeningtheself.com
Michael Eisen's Youth Wellness Network website: www.youthwellnessnetwork.ca
Before attending the "Ignite! I CAN DO IT!" in San Jose, California in March 2012, I was able to do a phone interview with Michael Eisen. To hear my interview of Michael Eisen, click on the gray bar below.
Michael Eisen Interview - Margaux Joy DeNador 022912
I've also written a review of the inspiring "Ignite! I CAN DO IT!" in San Jose in March 2012, to read it, click on this link.
In my opinion, this book will be most helpful to parents and young people (teens through early 20s). But I also believe the book could be helpful for people who want to re-look and re-create their relationships with their own parents.
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FTC Disclosure: I received this book free from Hay House Publishing for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own and are based on my personal experience of reading the book. The review reflects my honest opinions and feelings about the book.
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