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A Course in Mastering Alchemy: Tools to Shift, Transform and Ascend
Follow the step-by-step techniques to manifest a new way of being and step out of the chaos of the third dimension into the higher consciousness of the fifth
Connect with the Teachers of Light directly as you absorb the energetics embedded in every page of this book.
Access free supplemental meditations, lectures, videos and animations from the actual Mastering Alchemy course, guided by the Teachers of Light. A free, private online classroom is available only to readers of this book.
This unique, interactive book offers a self-contained programme to access a totally new way of life. It is A Course in Miracles for the 21st century, reaching far beyond that earlier initiative by incorporating the profound Shift in human consciousness that has been occurring over the last few decades.
A Course in Mastering Alchemy has been specifically orchestrated by the Teachers of Light to expand your understanding, your consciousness and your ability to use the new energy tools and manifestation techniques they offer.
What can Alchemy do for you?
Alchemy is the ability to alter the frequencies of our thoughts to change how you perceive and interact with the world. Begin to experience a new higher level of conscious awareness. To master alchemy, new energy tools of unparalleled capacity have now become available. These are provided here for the first time in book form by the Teachers of Light. The guidance of these Ascended Beings has been given to Jim Self and Roxane Burnett and are presented in the hugely popular online Mastering Alchemy course.
This book will provide you with all the information, exercises and practical experiences you need to:
• Become conscious of the rules and limitations of your present reality.
• Recognize that much of who you believe you are has very little to do with who you really are.
• Step out of the unnecessary concept of “suffering” into a state of complete wellbeing.
• Recreate yourself so you are no longer at the mercy of conditioned thoughts and emotionally charged reactions.
• Begin to access your highest consciousness.
• Create a new, strong and capable platform for experiencing the world.
Join with Jim and Roxane and walk the pathway into your personal ascension.
Connect with the Teachers of Light directly as you absorb the energetics embedded in every page of this book.
Access free supplemental meditations, lectures, videos and animations from the actual Mastering Alchemy course, guided by the Teachers of Light. A free, private online classroom is available only to readers of this book.
This unique, interactive book offers a self-contained programme to access a totally new way of life. It is A Course in Miracles for the 21st century, reaching far beyond that earlier initiative by incorporating the profound Shift in human consciousness that has been occurring over the last few decades.
A Course in Mastering Alchemy has been specifically orchestrated by the Teachers of Light to expand your understanding, your consciousness and your ability to use the new energy tools and manifestation techniques they offer.
What can Alchemy do for you?
Alchemy is the ability to alter the frequencies of our thoughts to change how you perceive and interact with the world. Begin to experience a new higher level of conscious awareness. To master alchemy, new energy tools of unparalleled capacity have now become available. These are provided here for the first time in book form by the Teachers of Light. The guidance of these Ascended Beings has been given to Jim Self and Roxane Burnett and are presented in the hugely popular online Mastering Alchemy course.
This book will provide you with all the information, exercises and practical experiences you need to:
• Become conscious of the rules and limitations of your present reality.
• Recognize that much of who you believe you are has very little to do with who you really are.
• Step out of the unnecessary concept of “suffering” into a state of complete wellbeing.
• Recreate yourself so you are no longer at the mercy of conditioned thoughts and emotionally charged reactions.
• Begin to access your highest consciousness.
• Create a new, strong and capable platform for experiencing the world.
Join with Jim and Roxane and walk the pathway into your personal ascension.
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Published February 13, 2018
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November 30, 2019
When I picked up this book, I expected something quite different than what I actually got.
I cannot really recommend this book unless you share the same New Age worldview as the author. It has no information about traditional alchemy, and honestly a lot of what it does contain comes across as self-aggrandizing and spurious.
There’s a whole section at the beginning that is just the author quoting his students and talking himself up, and it only goes downhill from there.
The author (Jim Self) describes the book as a sort of collaboration between himself and various channeled sources referred to as “the Teachers of Light.” These apparently include Metatron, Yeshua, Mary Magdalene and Lord Melchizedek.
I’m not criticizing the practice of spirit communication by any means, but I’m seeing a lot of unverified personal gnosis passed off as, well, gospel in this book.
In case you couldn’t guess from that list of names, Jim Self seems to be a sort of New Age Christian. Though not Christian myself, I’ve nothing against it in principle.
I found it disappointing when I was expecting to read a book on alchemy though - and you won’t find much (anything, really) about spagyrics or other alchemical techniques in this book.
Instead, the author seems to use the term “alchemy” to refer to a vague concept of personal transformation. Mr. Self claims that Metatron defines alchemy as “changing the frequency of thought, altering the harmonics of matter and applying the element of Love to create a desired result.”
To me, that reads like a bunch of scientific-sounding words thrown into a blender and peppered with even more vague feel-good words. To be honest, a lot of this book reads exactly like that.
The author claims that humans are from the “12th dimension” but have fallen into the 3rd dimension in some kind of cataclysm. I guess it’s an interesting take on the concept of the Fall and Genesis, but the author doesn’t actually provide decent explanations for what a “dimension” is.
In fact, most of what he says rests solidly at odds with the usual definitions of these words. He seems to be redefining everything to make his metaphysics sound more high-tech and scientific.
At one point he even says that the message he delivers is timely specifically because it can now be understood through science. Well, if that’s true, why does he redefine most of the science-y words he uses?
As I’ve come to expect from New Age authors, Mr. Self devotes many pages to the “Law of Attraction.” When he says that those with low self-esteem are “carrying a huge billboard on [their] back that reads ‘Kick me,’” it comes across exceptionally poorly.
I get that he’s trying to inspire people to love themselves more, but it doesn’t really work. It seems like Mr. Self believes low self-esteem or insecurities are some sort of capital sin, and that the universe (clearly our nanny) will thwack you for having the gall to think something less-than positive.
This reeks, in fact, of the toxic positivity that was so popular among occult authors in the 1980s, but thankfully fell out of favor in the mid-2000s.
It’s exceptionally odd nowadays to read an author devoting so much time to the supposed vibrational transgression of thinking poorly about oneself, yet barely address more pertinent (read: real world) issues like human rights and abusive social systems.
I guess Mr. Self beliefs that if we all just get our vibes right, we won’t “attract” any kind of disenfranchisement, and things will be a-okay.
And if they aren’t, of course, it’s the victim’s fault for not vibrating highly or something. It’s not well explained, despite the author devoting pages and pages to this.
If nebulous talk of Metatron’s chosen ones and ascension to the “5th dimension” sounds good to you, have at it, but this book was not helpful for me in any way, shape, or form. It was actually hard to read because of the repetitiveness - a lot of it seems to be saying the same things over and over.
In the beginning of the book, the author claims his system is unique, but there’s nothing here that can’t be found in plenty of other older New Age books, a dollop of toxic positivity, and precious little for willworkers like me to sink their teeth into.
I give this book one star. That’s my perspective, though, and you’re obviously free to make up your own mind about it.
I cannot really recommend this book unless you share the same New Age worldview as the author. It has no information about traditional alchemy, and honestly a lot of what it does contain comes across as self-aggrandizing and spurious.
There’s a whole section at the beginning that is just the author quoting his students and talking himself up, and it only goes downhill from there.
The author (Jim Self) describes the book as a sort of collaboration between himself and various channeled sources referred to as “the Teachers of Light.” These apparently include Metatron, Yeshua, Mary Magdalene and Lord Melchizedek.
I’m not criticizing the practice of spirit communication by any means, but I’m seeing a lot of unverified personal gnosis passed off as, well, gospel in this book.
In case you couldn’t guess from that list of names, Jim Self seems to be a sort of New Age Christian. Though not Christian myself, I’ve nothing against it in principle.
I found it disappointing when I was expecting to read a book on alchemy though - and you won’t find much (anything, really) about spagyrics or other alchemical techniques in this book.
Instead, the author seems to use the term “alchemy” to refer to a vague concept of personal transformation. Mr. Self claims that Metatron defines alchemy as “changing the frequency of thought, altering the harmonics of matter and applying the element of Love to create a desired result.”
To me, that reads like a bunch of scientific-sounding words thrown into a blender and peppered with even more vague feel-good words. To be honest, a lot of this book reads exactly like that.
The author claims that humans are from the “12th dimension” but have fallen into the 3rd dimension in some kind of cataclysm. I guess it’s an interesting take on the concept of the Fall and Genesis, but the author doesn’t actually provide decent explanations for what a “dimension” is.
In fact, most of what he says rests solidly at odds with the usual definitions of these words. He seems to be redefining everything to make his metaphysics sound more high-tech and scientific.
At one point he even says that the message he delivers is timely specifically because it can now be understood through science. Well, if that’s true, why does he redefine most of the science-y words he uses?
As I’ve come to expect from New Age authors, Mr. Self devotes many pages to the “Law of Attraction.” When he says that those with low self-esteem are “carrying a huge billboard on [their] back that reads ‘Kick me,’” it comes across exceptionally poorly.
I get that he’s trying to inspire people to love themselves more, but it doesn’t really work. It seems like Mr. Self believes low self-esteem or insecurities are some sort of capital sin, and that the universe (clearly our nanny) will thwack you for having the gall to think something less-than positive.
This reeks, in fact, of the toxic positivity that was so popular among occult authors in the 1980s, but thankfully fell out of favor in the mid-2000s.
It’s exceptionally odd nowadays to read an author devoting so much time to the supposed vibrational transgression of thinking poorly about oneself, yet barely address more pertinent (read: real world) issues like human rights and abusive social systems.
I guess Mr. Self beliefs that if we all just get our vibes right, we won’t “attract” any kind of disenfranchisement, and things will be a-okay.
And if they aren’t, of course, it’s the victim’s fault for not vibrating highly or something. It’s not well explained, despite the author devoting pages and pages to this.
If nebulous talk of Metatron’s chosen ones and ascension to the “5th dimension” sounds good to you, have at it, but this book was not helpful for me in any way, shape, or form. It was actually hard to read because of the repetitiveness - a lot of it seems to be saying the same things over and over.
In the beginning of the book, the author claims his system is unique, but there’s nothing here that can’t be found in plenty of other older New Age books, a dollop of toxic positivity, and precious little for willworkers like me to sink their teeth into.
I give this book one star. That’s my perspective, though, and you’re obviously free to make up your own mind about it.
August 8, 2022
This book is amazing, if you're ready for it. When I first picked it up two years ago, I wasn't ready yet. I got about a third of the way before putting it down for a few months. But in that time, I kept on using the tools I'd been exposed to in those first few chapters and when I finally felt the push to pick it up again, I managed to get two thirds of the way through (starting from the beginning). There was some kind of resistance to continue reading, but I definitely experienced a shift even as I wasn't able to pick it up for several months again.
In the past five weeks, I've gone through this book at about one chapter a day, really doing all the exercises, focusing on what I'd love to achieve with these tools, both the ones I've studied repeatedly and the new ones at the end of the book. I can say that I am definitely calmer already. Able to look at the things that in the past would have upset me or caused a massive reaction in a new light, with greater clarity.
I simply love the premise of this book. Alchemy is not the "magical" (disproven by hard science) transformation of lead into gold. That is merely a metaphor. The transformation is a different one. This book is all about the transformation of the self, going from a low-frequency base vibration of personal energy (equivalent to how we think of the element lead) to a high-frequency, elevated vibration and energetic state of being that is in harmony with how we view gold.
If you're ready to break free from the leaden existence of the daily grind and want to spread your wings to achieve your true potential in all aspects of your life, this book certainly offers the path to that transformation. But you will need to stick with it and you will need to be patient with yourself. Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither can this kind of inner shift happen overnight. It is a process and I've found that this book was a great investment in my process. It was eye-opening and I've experienced such a positive shift already. I also know I will be going back to this again and again and again.
Thank you to the author and the teachers of Light for imparting these fantastic lessons!
In the past five weeks, I've gone through this book at about one chapter a day, really doing all the exercises, focusing on what I'd love to achieve with these tools, both the ones I've studied repeatedly and the new ones at the end of the book. I can say that I am definitely calmer already. Able to look at the things that in the past would have upset me or caused a massive reaction in a new light, with greater clarity.
I simply love the premise of this book. Alchemy is not the "magical" (disproven by hard science) transformation of lead into gold. That is merely a metaphor. The transformation is a different one. This book is all about the transformation of the self, going from a low-frequency base vibration of personal energy (equivalent to how we think of the element lead) to a high-frequency, elevated vibration and energetic state of being that is in harmony with how we view gold.
If you're ready to break free from the leaden existence of the daily grind and want to spread your wings to achieve your true potential in all aspects of your life, this book certainly offers the path to that transformation. But you will need to stick with it and you will need to be patient with yourself. Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither can this kind of inner shift happen overnight. It is a process and I've found that this book was a great investment in my process. It was eye-opening and I've experienced such a positive shift already. I also know I will be going back to this again and again and again.
Thank you to the author and the teachers of Light for imparting these fantastic lessons!
February 14, 2018
If you are like me, you have searched for wisdom for too many years, in too many places, one teacher to another, sadly knowing there is much more available to all of us than what is currently being offered and hyped by the “enlightened” teachings that populate the spiritual marketplace.
With the renewal of the Christed matrix, there is real hope at last. Work the process. The Archangels are ready to assist you. You’re being invited home.
Abundant respect, admiration and gratitude to Jim and Roxane for creating the Mastering Alchemy program. You won’t find better guides along the spiritual path.
With the renewal of the Christed matrix, there is real hope at last. Work the process. The Archangels are ready to assist you. You’re being invited home.
Abundant respect, admiration and gratitude to Jim and Roxane for creating the Mastering Alchemy program. You won’t find better guides along the spiritual path.
February 15, 2018
A Course in Mastering Alchemy has transformed my life in ways I could not have imagined were possible. I'm thrilled that the course is now offered in book format. This book will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to become one with your highest self. It assists you in clearing your path so that you may choose mental, spiritual, and emotional freedom. There's a reason you're reading this review, if you found your way to this book, it was meant for you.
April 8, 2020
This was an amazing book with many tools and detail on how to shift your body to a living light body. I will be rereading. It was that good. Plus, it is a manual on Ascention and should be studied not just read. But, I did read the whole thing first.
August 24, 2021
It's one of the most important books for me. It's a very practical with tools which you can use in everyday life. It's also offers access to some online video materials further explaining the tools described.
July 9, 2018
Awesome!!!!!!
Best course on ascension !💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💞I really love Jim and Roxanne's work as well as the ascended masters and beings of light.
Best course on ascension !💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💞I really love Jim and Roxanne's work as well as the ascended masters and beings of light.
March 18, 2021
Good.
Meditation on a different level! Mind opening in a good way. Very relaxing on a spiritual level and not forced.
Meditation on a different level! Mind opening in a good way. Very relaxing on a spiritual level and not forced.
July 5, 2023
Jim Self offers a very clear and easy take on how the consciousness of humanity is changing and how to navigate these unsettling times. This is an essential read if you are committed to transform in a world that is also undergoing a massive shift.
February 17, 2018
Review: A Course in Mastering Alchemy - Tools to Shift, Transform and Ascend
Authors: Jim Self and Roxane Burnett
"A Course in Mastering Alchemy [ACIMA] - Tools to Shift, Transform and Ascend" is a handbook I have long awaited; yet never thought I would see in print. The authors (Jim Self and Roxane Burnett- acting as your guides) meticulously lay out an itinerary that transcends our understanding of time, space, and energy (in fact, even our own self-determined realities). Its revelation is a love-offering; a precious gift that initiates as quiet stirrings- deep springs of untapped possibilities- evolving into a cascading waterfall, pouring forth wisdom of the ages. Ultimately the universe opens up and beckons the reader onward; perhaps not so much as a 'doing' thing, but more as an abiding spirit.
Unlike many of its (literary) contemporaries, this book- and to a much greater extent, the online ACIMA course itself- inspires and prepares one to recognize (re-cognize) and implement the enormously transformative elements of 'ordinary' daily existence. Locked away in our collective and/or individual psyche(s) is an endless succession of changes, chances, and choices. As such, the never-ending 'now' generously offers all of the necessary ingredients and experiences, interspersed throughout the entire landscape and substance of this continually shifting and ever expanding adventure of a lifetime; creating a brilliant illumination along the circuitous network of by-ways leading back to our timeless origins; home/God/source.
Bon Voyage! - GroundedGuy (student)
Authors: Jim Self and Roxane Burnett
"A Course in Mastering Alchemy [ACIMA] - Tools to Shift, Transform and Ascend" is a handbook I have long awaited; yet never thought I would see in print. The authors (Jim Self and Roxane Burnett- acting as your guides) meticulously lay out an itinerary that transcends our understanding of time, space, and energy (in fact, even our own self-determined realities). Its revelation is a love-offering; a precious gift that initiates as quiet stirrings- deep springs of untapped possibilities- evolving into a cascading waterfall, pouring forth wisdom of the ages. Ultimately the universe opens up and beckons the reader onward; perhaps not so much as a 'doing' thing, but more as an abiding spirit.
Unlike many of its (literary) contemporaries, this book- and to a much greater extent, the online ACIMA course itself- inspires and prepares one to recognize (re-cognize) and implement the enormously transformative elements of 'ordinary' daily existence. Locked away in our collective and/or individual psyche(s) is an endless succession of changes, chances, and choices. As such, the never-ending 'now' generously offers all of the necessary ingredients and experiences, interspersed throughout the entire landscape and substance of this continually shifting and ever expanding adventure of a lifetime; creating a brilliant illumination along the circuitous network of by-ways leading back to our timeless origins; home/God/source.
Bon Voyage! - GroundedGuy (student)
February 15, 2018
This book will be available for purchase on Feb. 13 in the US and Feb. 15 in the EU. Two cool things about it:
- The Teachers of Light have embedded their energy and the energy of the tools they teach in each page.
- There is a private classroom only for readers. It holds more tools, videos, lectures and meditations.
- The Teachers of Light have embedded their energy and the energy of the tools they teach in each page.
- There is a private classroom only for readers. It holds more tools, videos, lectures and meditations.
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