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The Silva Mind Control Method Of Mental Dynamics
Unleash the Power of your Mind -
And Begin a New Way of Life
Since 1966, a self-made man named Jose Silva has spread his message to over 5,000,000 people worldwide. The message: within our minds is the power to solve any problem, overcome any difficulty, and reach a consistent level of dynamic well-being. Based on the Silva mediation technique - carefully taught in this program - you will learn:
How to break addictions and destructive habits permanently. How to undo the negative patterns established earlier in your life. The principles that will reveal the extraordinary power of your mind. How to overcome the stress of modern life. The natural rhythm of life - that can help you overcome any crisis. How to use your untapped mental energy in your career, business or financial life - and to understand the true meaning of success.
And Begin a New Way of Life
Since 1966, a self-made man named Jose Silva has spread his message to over 5,000,000 people worldwide. The message: within our minds is the power to solve any problem, overcome any difficulty, and reach a consistent level of dynamic well-being. Based on the Silva mediation technique - carefully taught in this program - you will learn:
How to break addictions and destructive habits permanently. How to undo the negative patterns established earlier in your life. The principles that will reveal the extraordinary power of your mind. How to overcome the stress of modern life. The natural rhythm of life - that can help you overcome any crisis. How to use your untapped mental energy in your career, business or financial life - and to understand the true meaning of success.
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First published August 10, 1988
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About the author
José Silva
201 books211 followersJose Silva's life is more than a great American success story. It has transcended time and space to become one of the world's all time great success stories.
Orphaned at age 4, he never attended school as a student; yet the reading and research that he undertook to help his own children, unlocked secrets of the mind and human potential that had remained hidden for thousands of years.
Jose Silva made a giant advancement in the 1960's when he became the first scientist to develop a method that allows everybody to use the powerful alpha brainwave level with conscious awareness, and allowed us to demonstrate to ourselves how consciousness connects us all.
This integrated our body-mind functioning and launched a huge consciousness expansion industry with thousands of knock offs of Silva Mind Control.
But he knew there was something more. In 1998 he gave the world the UltraMind ESP System, a new course that takes consciousness expansion beyond the limits of physics, into the spiritual dimension, and helps you to lead a more successful and meaningful life.
"Remember," he told us, "the reason we were given psychic ability is so we can use it to communicate with higher intelligence to find out what to do and how to do it successfully."
The UltraMind ESP System includes a brand new scientifically researched and proven technique to do just that: the MentalVideo.
The MentalVideo takes the next step in the evolution of consciousness by empowering you to use the Delta brain wave level purposefully and deliberately so you can communicate reliably with higher intelligence in the spiritual dimension.
This man with no formal schooling wrote the book on mind development - in fact, he's had more than a dozen books published by major publishers, in two dozen languages.
While Jose Silva may have moved on to new assignments, his work is still going strong in live seminars, books, and convenient home study courses.
Orphaned at age 4, he never attended school as a student; yet the reading and research that he undertook to help his own children, unlocked secrets of the mind and human potential that had remained hidden for thousands of years.
Jose Silva made a giant advancement in the 1960's when he became the first scientist to develop a method that allows everybody to use the powerful alpha brainwave level with conscious awareness, and allowed us to demonstrate to ourselves how consciousness connects us all.
This integrated our body-mind functioning and launched a huge consciousness expansion industry with thousands of knock offs of Silva Mind Control.
But he knew there was something more. In 1998 he gave the world the UltraMind ESP System, a new course that takes consciousness expansion beyond the limits of physics, into the spiritual dimension, and helps you to lead a more successful and meaningful life.
"Remember," he told us, "the reason we were given psychic ability is so we can use it to communicate with higher intelligence to find out what to do and how to do it successfully."
The UltraMind ESP System includes a brand new scientifically researched and proven technique to do just that: the MentalVideo.
The MentalVideo takes the next step in the evolution of consciousness by empowering you to use the Delta brain wave level purposefully and deliberately so you can communicate reliably with higher intelligence in the spiritual dimension.
This man with no formal schooling wrote the book on mind development - in fact, he's had more than a dozen books published by major publishers, in two dozen languages.
While Jose Silva may have moved on to new assignments, his work is still going strong in live seminars, books, and convenient home study courses.
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November 9, 2014
I didn’t enjoy or appreciate this book as much as the other Silva books I’ve recently reviewed, nor do I understand what precisely the term ”mental dynamics” means in this context.
Whereas in the other Silva books we learn José’s various techniques, I found this one to be more philosophical and discursive, and less practical.
In the first chapter we learn the basic method of meditation - slowing our brain waves to around ten cycles per second of brain-wave activity. We are told that this is the “state of being in which the mind tends to separate from the body, and the bodily intelligence with no interference from mind, adjusts and heals itself”. This healing state of mind is called Alpha.
The second chapter is entitled “Switching your viewpoint to love”. To use love as a force in our life we need to change our attitude or viewpoint toward the troublesome situation or event.
I’ve noticed that many of those leaving extremely negative reviews of Silva books on Amazon, for instance, express their dissatisfaction in very derogatory and unpleasant terms. These people have missed the loving aspect of José’s teachings, and it is thus no surprise that it is difficult for them to use the method successfully.
We should use the affirmation “Every day in every way I’m getting better, better and better.”
We learn the five rules of happiness: 1) If you like a thing, enjoy it. 2) If you don’t like a thing, avoid it. 3) If you don’t like a thing and you cannot avoid it, change it. 4) If you don’t like a thing, cannot avoid it, and cannot or will not change it, accept it. 5) You accept a thing by changing your viewpoint of it.
José then teaches us the seven mighty principles. These are immutable laws of nature and cannot be changed or destroyed.
We are introduced to the Golden Image technique, which can be used, for instance, to get rid of a bad habit.
We learn to rid ourselves of unwanted past programming, and then to reprogramme.
Before anything you want to happen can occur, you must desire that it happen, you must believe that it can happen and you must expect it to happen.
There are chapters about weight control, motivation and procrastination and solving family problems.
There are interesting stories from José’s personal experience in most of the chapters,
I found this to be quite an interesting book, just in my view not up to the standard of the other Silva books, since it doesn’t seem to contain all the many basic methods and techniques.
If you love José’s books, you may not want to miss this one, but I personally did not find it to be an essential work.
Whereas in the other Silva books we learn José’s various techniques, I found this one to be more philosophical and discursive, and less practical.
In the first chapter we learn the basic method of meditation - slowing our brain waves to around ten cycles per second of brain-wave activity. We are told that this is the “state of being in which the mind tends to separate from the body, and the bodily intelligence with no interference from mind, adjusts and heals itself”. This healing state of mind is called Alpha.
The second chapter is entitled “Switching your viewpoint to love”. To use love as a force in our life we need to change our attitude or viewpoint toward the troublesome situation or event.
I’ve noticed that many of those leaving extremely negative reviews of Silva books on Amazon, for instance, express their dissatisfaction in very derogatory and unpleasant terms. These people have missed the loving aspect of José’s teachings, and it is thus no surprise that it is difficult for them to use the method successfully.
We should use the affirmation “Every day in every way I’m getting better, better and better.”
We learn the five rules of happiness: 1) If you like a thing, enjoy it. 2) If you don’t like a thing, avoid it. 3) If you don’t like a thing and you cannot avoid it, change it. 4) If you don’t like a thing, cannot avoid it, and cannot or will not change it, accept it. 5) You accept a thing by changing your viewpoint of it.
José then teaches us the seven mighty principles. These are immutable laws of nature and cannot be changed or destroyed.
We are introduced to the Golden Image technique, which can be used, for instance, to get rid of a bad habit.
We learn to rid ourselves of unwanted past programming, and then to reprogramme.
Before anything you want to happen can occur, you must desire that it happen, you must believe that it can happen and you must expect it to happen.
There are chapters about weight control, motivation and procrastination and solving family problems.
There are interesting stories from José’s personal experience in most of the chapters,
I found this to be quite an interesting book, just in my view not up to the standard of the other Silva books, since it doesn’t seem to contain all the many basic methods and techniques.
If you love José’s books, you may not want to miss this one, but I personally did not find it to be an essential work.
August 30, 2014
Quiero fingir que nunca leí este libro, pero ni modo. Cosas que me recomiendan para controlarme. Solo queda sonreír cuando me pregunten si me gusto. Ja.
November 18, 2020
The only book you need for self transformation. Better if you've already been exposed to some of the ideas of the Silva Method, specifically the Silva Ultramind method offered by mindvalley.
July 13, 2022
Dull and distracting.
October 7, 2020
A few interesting points, mostly similarities with the benefits of meditation. But I always question methods that put all the responsibility in the person and not the method. Most self-help gets away with this by blaming unsuccessful results to the person, not the method. In my opinion, its mostly the method err and not the person. So a cautious read for those interested in the subconscious mind potential.
January 16, 2023
This is really short. Like an hour and a half or so. My favorite passage was a parable about a holy man carrying a girl across a river. It makes me think about what I choose to carry with me long after I should've put it down.
A senior monk and a junior monk were traveling together. At one point, they came to a river with a strong current. As the monks were preparing to cross the river, they saw a very young and beautiful woman also attempting to cross. The young woman asked if they could help her cross to the other side.
The two monks glanced at one another because they had taken vows not to touch a woman.
Then, without a word, the older monk picked up the woman, carried her across the river, placed her gently on the other side, and carried on his journey.
The younger monk couldn’t believe what had just happened. After rejoining his companion, he was speechless, and an hour passed without a word between them.
Two more hours passed, then three, finally the younger monk could contain himself no longer, and blurted out “As monks, we are not permitted a woman, how could you then carry that woman on your shoulders?”
The older monk looked at him and replied, “Brother, I set her down on the other side of the river, why are you still carrying her?”
A senior monk and a junior monk were traveling together. At one point, they came to a river with a strong current. As the monks were preparing to cross the river, they saw a very young and beautiful woman also attempting to cross. The young woman asked if they could help her cross to the other side.
The two monks glanced at one another because they had taken vows not to touch a woman.
Then, without a word, the older monk picked up the woman, carried her across the river, placed her gently on the other side, and carried on his journey.
The younger monk couldn’t believe what had just happened. After rejoining his companion, he was speechless, and an hour passed without a word between them.
Two more hours passed, then three, finally the younger monk could contain himself no longer, and blurted out “As monks, we are not permitted a woman, how could you then carry that woman on your shoulders?”
The older monk looked at him and replied, “Brother, I set her down on the other side of the river, why are you still carrying her?”
August 24, 2023
Silva Mind Control Method of Mental Dynamics by Jose Silva
Released January 2, 1989
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Unleash the Power of your Mind -
And Begin a New Way of Life
Since 1966, a self-made man named Jose Silva has spread his message to over 5,000,000 people worldwide. The message: within our minds is the power to solve any problem, overcome any difficulty, and reach a consistent level of dynamic well-being. Based on the Silva mediation technique - carefully taught in this program - you will learn:
How to break addictions and destructive habits permanently.
How to undo the negative patterns established earlier in your life.
The principles that will reveal the extraordinary power of your mind.
How to overcome the stress of modern life.
The natural rhythm of life - that can help you overcome any crisis.
How to use your untapped mental energy in your career, business or financial life - and to understand the true meaning of success.
Released January 2, 1989
<3 <3 <3
Unleash the Power of your Mind -
And Begin a New Way of Life
Since 1966, a self-made man named Jose Silva has spread his message to over 5,000,000 people worldwide. The message: within our minds is the power to solve any problem, overcome any difficulty, and reach a consistent level of dynamic well-being. Based on the Silva mediation technique - carefully taught in this program - you will learn:
How to break addictions and destructive habits permanently.
How to undo the negative patterns established earlier in your life.
The principles that will reveal the extraordinary power of your mind.
How to overcome the stress of modern life.
The natural rhythm of life - that can help you overcome any crisis.
How to use your untapped mental energy in your career, business or financial life - and to understand the true meaning of success.
April 13, 2024
Książka pokazująca nam jakie niesamowite możliwości ma nasz mózg.Dzięki niej możemy nauczyć się się pracy własnego umysłu,nauczyć się zmieniać nawyki,poprawiać intuicję oraz pamięć a także kontrolować ból.Dowiadujemy się również,że samokontrola i wizualizacja umysłu wymaga poświęceń.Poznajemy także metody medytacji jak i cenne rady,dowiadujemy się że wystarczy trochę pracy i wytrwałości by nauczyć się kontroli.
Książka napisana prostym językiem, zawierającym cenne rady. Jeśli jesteście fanami książek psychologicznych to zachęcam by sięgnąć po ten tytuł. Pamiętajcie by do tej lektury podejść z otwartym umysłem.
𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮: ★ ★ ★ ★
Książka napisana prostym językiem, zawierającym cenne rady. Jeśli jesteście fanami książek psychologicznych to zachęcam by sięgnąć po ten tytuł. Pamiętajcie by do tej lektury podejść z otwartym umysłem.
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February 28, 2024
Książka "Kontrola umysłu metodą Silvy" to przewodnik po świecie medytacji i samokontroli umysłu. Autorzy, José Silva i Philip Miele, nie tylko opisują techniki medytacyjne, ale również otwierają przed nami drzwi do potencjału naszego umysłu.
W dzisiejszym zabieganym świecie, poszukiwanie spokoju staje się koniecznością, a metoda Silvy staje się cennym narzędziem w radzeniu sobie z codziennymi wyzwaniami. Książka uczy skutecznych technik relaksacyjnych i prowadzi przez labirynt własnych myśli, pomagając osiągnąć głęboki spokój .
W dzisiejszym zabieganym świecie, poszukiwanie spokoju staje się koniecznością, a metoda Silvy staje się cennym narzędziem w radzeniu sobie z codziennymi wyzwaniami. Książka uczy skutecznych technik relaksacyjnych i prowadzi przez labirynt własnych myśli, pomagając osiągnąć głęboki spokój .
January 22, 2021
The techniques in this book are interesting. I give it three stars based on writing. I have not finished practicing the exercises.
Some of the concepts seem a little dated in thinking, but you can tell it’s also an old program. I listening on audio book and it kept referring to “the other side of this tape”, lol.
That being said, it very much aligns with other spiritual beliefs and tapping into higher energies.
Some of the concepts seem a little dated in thinking, but you can tell it’s also an old program. I listening on audio book and it kept referring to “the other side of this tape”, lol.
That being said, it very much aligns with other spiritual beliefs and tapping into higher energies.
December 12, 2022
I listened to this on my way to work. I think I need to listen to it while reading the actual book. Honestly, I zoned out a few times and I couldn’t tell you anything about this book other than your outlook on life and situations play an important role in your life. Stay positive. I wish I could say more but I would need to listen to it again.
April 14, 2022
The first time I started this, I went so deep that I fell asleep. The second time, I caught myself dozing! Finally I tried this while driving but not participating with practices and it wasn't as effective... so my okay review is due to a user malfunction than a problem with the book.
July 18, 2022
I don't like the book one bit. I thought I was going into something which GOD has allowed but when I heard the term clairvoyance I knew there is something wrong here!
RUN AWAY FROM THIS BOOK AND ESCAPE FROM IT AS YOU WOULD THE PLAGUE. Deut. 18.
RUN AWAY FROM THIS BOOK AND ESCAPE FROM IT AS YOU WOULD THE PLAGUE. Deut. 18.
July 12, 2023
Short audiobook reproduced from a cassette tape. Mindfulness and intention are explored more deeply in recent years but this was a fascinating glimpse into one of the early self-help books of the 1980s.
September 8, 2020
Not what I was thinking - a lot of relaxation exercises.
January 11, 2023
2.5 stars.
February 8, 2023
This method is gold if you believe!
January 26, 2024
Wonderfully clear and direct method for relaxation and focus without all the bells and whistles of New Age-y similar products. Highly recommend—this is the real deal.
May 14, 2024
Chapters three through 16 are where all the action is. Great techniques on how to get into Alpha State.
July 14, 2025
Interesting and easy to read
September 24, 2022
Useful tools for leveling up Distress Tolerance
skills, Urge Surfing, manifestation skills and more. Helpful overview of this brilliant work.
skills, Urge Surfing, manifestation skills and more. Helpful overview of this brilliant work.
December 31, 2022
I do audible this as part of my over night meditations. So I have listened to this a lot of times. Definitely interesting!
August 3, 2023
Amazing introduction of the mental dynamics! Easy read! Looking forward to the other books.
April 19, 2021
Silva mind control method is one of the powerful method in controlling our sub conscious mind.The techniques taught in this book are simple and easy to follow relaxation exercises and other mental exercises.
If you would like to get benefits of listening the audiobook u can follow this in YouTube :
https://youtu.be/X2v5vDKz8yY
If you would like to get benefits of listening the audiobook u can follow this in YouTube :
https://youtu.be/X2v5vDKz8yY
November 15, 2021
Thus we see that character guides our reactions in the realization or non-realization of Self and is shaped by our perception of reality: subjective, objective or a lack of perspective.
Habits of repeated thoughts become our attitude. Repeated attitudes become our character. Character installs the behavioural habits that define our destiny.
Inspiring book!
Habits of repeated thoughts become our attitude. Repeated attitudes become our character. Character installs the behavioural habits that define our destiny.
Inspiring book!
August 14, 2008
Past self, future Self, desire, belief and expectation. Setting and achieving goals and my favorite personal business success.
January 21, 2022
Simplistic, dated methods that are common knowledge in relaxation techniques and visualization/new habit creation. There are many other books that have much more valuable content.
Skip this one.
Skip this one.
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April 6, 2017
One of the best audio tracks for slowing down mental chatter and learning to pay attention. More of a workshop than an audio book.
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