Book Details
Quest
Inspirational, Spirituality, New Thought
978-1-4019-3877-2
For centuries, ancient cultures embarked on rites of passage to gain entrance to the spiritual realms and attain self-knowledge. Now international lecturer and healer Denise Linn and Meadow Linn draw on their Native American roots, as well as the teachings of other cultures, to create a carefully crafted spiritual program for anyone wishing to venture on a retreat or create a uniquely personal Quest of his or her own. This practical, engaging book will show you how to:
- Discover your life's purpose
- Find mystery at the core of your life
- Release limiting beliefs about yourself
- Call for a vision
- Harness the power of the Sacred Circle
- Confront and free yourself from fears
- Heal emotional wounds
- Develop peace of mind
Book Reviews
Denise Linn has done it again! I received her amazing new book, Quest: A Guide for Creating Your Own Vision Quest free from Hay House Publishing for review purposes a few weeks ago; and as with every book of hers that I’ve read, this one does not disappoint.
Quest is seven chapters of rich, detailed information highlighting the different aspects of a Vision Quest, which is defined in the book as “…a retreat into nature…or a pilgrimage.” The ones conducted by the author consisted of 3-4 days of solitude, from which many individuals emerged having gained a myriad of benefits after using intention to define the purpose of their Quest.
Each chapter has diverse personal stories that were submitted by the participants of Quests conducted by Denise Linn through the years. The stories are honest in their portrayals of the common fears we all have when left alone in nature to deal with the elements, the local wildlife, complete darkness, and ourselves.
Meadow Linn, the daughter of Denise Linn, co-wrote the book, and provides the reader with a teen’s perspective of what it’s like to participate in a Vision Quest, which she refers to as solos. In the chapter titled, Vision Quests for Teenagers, she includes excerpts from the journals of several friends who joined her on previous Quests. I really enjoyed the story about her first solo experience and how she came to terms with the issue of whether or not to fast during one.
For those who want to dive right in and get to the basics of a Quest, chapter two contains a checklist of supplies needed for nature Quests; answers many of the frequently asked questions; and offers lots of practical suggestions for conducting your own Quest. Did you know that a Quest can be done from the comfort of your own home? I actually tried that one, and received awesome results.
What I most appreciate about this book, as I do with all of Denise Linn’s books, is her straightforward, accommodating style. Anyone who listens to her Soul Coaching radio show every Tuesday on Hay House Radio knows that she doesn’t stress hard and fast rules when it comes to spirituality; nor does she promise “burning bush” moments in every situation. As she says so often, “The soul loves the truth.” What she teaches us is that it’s all about intention and whatever feels right for the individual.
Quest is seven chapters of rich, detailed information highlighting the different aspects of a Vision Quest, which is defined in the book as “…a retreat into nature…or a pilgrimage.” The ones conducted by the author consisted of 3-4 days of solitude, from which many individuals emerged having gained a myriad of benefits after using intention to define the purpose of their Quest.
Each chapter has diverse personal stories that were submitted by the participants of Quests conducted by Denise Linn through the years. The stories are honest in their portrayals of the common fears we all have when left alone in nature to deal with the elements, the local wildlife, complete darkness, and ourselves.
Meadow Linn, the daughter of Denise Linn, co-wrote the book, and provides the reader with a teen’s perspective of what it’s like to participate in a Vision Quest, which she refers to as solos. In the chapter titled, Vision Quests for Teenagers, she includes excerpts from the journals of several friends who joined her on previous Quests. I really enjoyed the story about her first solo experience and how she came to terms with the issue of whether or not to fast during one.
For those who want to dive right in and get to the basics of a Quest, chapter two contains a checklist of supplies needed for nature Quests; answers many of the frequently asked questions; and offers lots of practical suggestions for conducting your own Quest. Did you know that a Quest can be done from the comfort of your own home? I actually tried that one, and received awesome results.
What I most appreciate about this book, as I do with all of Denise Linn’s books, is her straightforward, accommodating style. Anyone who listens to her Soul Coaching radio show every Tuesday on Hay House Radio knows that she doesn’t stress hard and fast rules when it comes to spirituality; nor does she promise “burning bush” moments in every situation. As she says so often, “The soul loves the truth.” What she teaches us is that it’s all about intention and whatever feels right for the individual.
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I had heard of vision quests, but always thought they were strictly for males of certain tribal cultures as a coming of age ceremony. Denise Linn, along with her daughter Meadow, have written Quest: A Guide for Creating Your Own Vision Quest for anyone who wishes to experience this sacred ritual and rite of passage.
This book is both intensely spiritual and very practical. It contains everything one would need to embark on a vision quest starting with why you may want to experience one, a list of supplies to bring, step-by-step instructions for creating a sacred circle, totem animals and their meanings, even alternatives if a three day quest is too much of a commitment. There is much more information including personal stories of participants from all over the world who have experienced vision quests. As a mother of a 15-year-old daughter, I found Meadow Linn's chapter on vision quests from a teenager's perspective very interesting.
In our 24/7, always-on-the-go society, it is good to know there is a way to get back in touch with ourselves and discover who we really are with this inner journey. I look forward to taking a quest of my own, and in the meantime I can use this guide to help me connect with nature and its teachings.
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from Hay House Publishing for this review. The opinion in this review is unbiased and reflects my honest judgment of the product.
This book is both intensely spiritual and very practical. It contains everything one would need to embark on a vision quest starting with why you may want to experience one, a list of supplies to bring, step-by-step instructions for creating a sacred circle, totem animals and their meanings, even alternatives if a three day quest is too much of a commitment. There is much more information including personal stories of participants from all over the world who have experienced vision quests. As a mother of a 15-year-old daughter, I found Meadow Linn's chapter on vision quests from a teenager's perspective very interesting.
In our 24/7, always-on-the-go society, it is good to know there is a way to get back in touch with ourselves and discover who we really are with this inner journey. I look forward to taking a quest of my own, and in the meantime I can use this guide to help me connect with nature and its teachings.
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from Hay House Publishing for this review. The opinion in this review is unbiased and reflects my honest judgment of the product.
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Have you ever decided to read a book based on its cover? I have and did for Quest written by Denise Linn and Meadow Linn. It is difficult not to. The cover shows a beautiful image of a meandering pathway through a sun-dappled forest which gradually shifts into an indigo night sky with countless stars. It is an image that explains the content of the book very well, depicting the process of the quest: a retreat into nature in solitude and contemplation that can lead the quest seeker into the spiritual realm and provide him or her with life direction and purpose.
This book introduces the idea of the quest and explains how this ancient spiritual practice continues to be relevant today. Arguably, in the accelerated hustle and bustle of our daily lives, this practice is more important today than ever before. The writing style, itself, is relaxed, and a pleasure to read. The authors begin by explaining what the quest is, its spiritual origins, and the mysterious and magical possibilities that can emerge from undertaking this search for spirit. One cannot help but want to experience this revered ritual. However, the authors make it clear that this is an experience that requires spiritual, emotional, and practical preparation. The authors devote a substantial part of the book preparing the quest seeker and explaining the many prerequisites of going on a quest. It is clear that thorough preparation is critical to a successful journey.
What follows is a full explanation of the various stages of the quest, once it is embarked upon. This is the most magical part of the book. The chapter on the sacred medicine wheel and how one can invoke the wisdom of the four elements and four directions is inspiring. The following chapter, which presents a five-step guide for the quest seeker’s solitary time in nature so that he or she has a direction and focus during the quest, is thought-provoking. While this chapter is written in the context of the spiritual ritual, this five-step process is applicable in a variety of contexts, for anyone who is on a path of self-discovery regardless of the phase one may be in life.
I am not surprised that I have enjoyed this book as much as I have. I have two other books by Denise Linn in my library and enjoy reading them as well. What is not expected and especially invaluable in this book is the inclusion of the testimonials. For me, a book about a spiritual ritual imbued with so much magical and mysterious synchronicities would be less credible without these anecdotes to substantiate it. The testimonials are the most persuasive arguments for embarking on a quest. The testimonials are examples of how the world works in beautiful, unexpected ways. I know that this is a book that I will turn to as a reference and inspirational guide time and time again.
While I feel that my time to go on a quest has not yet come for a variety of reasons, I hope that one day I will be able to do so under Denise’s guidance. Because they are so practical and effective, Denise’s teachings have always touched me in ways that I did not think are possible.
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from Hay House Publishing for this review. The opinion in this review is unbiased and reflects my honest judgment of the product.
This book introduces the idea of the quest and explains how this ancient spiritual practice continues to be relevant today. Arguably, in the accelerated hustle and bustle of our daily lives, this practice is more important today than ever before. The writing style, itself, is relaxed, and a pleasure to read. The authors begin by explaining what the quest is, its spiritual origins, and the mysterious and magical possibilities that can emerge from undertaking this search for spirit. One cannot help but want to experience this revered ritual. However, the authors make it clear that this is an experience that requires spiritual, emotional, and practical preparation. The authors devote a substantial part of the book preparing the quest seeker and explaining the many prerequisites of going on a quest. It is clear that thorough preparation is critical to a successful journey.
What follows is a full explanation of the various stages of the quest, once it is embarked upon. This is the most magical part of the book. The chapter on the sacred medicine wheel and how one can invoke the wisdom of the four elements and four directions is inspiring. The following chapter, which presents a five-step guide for the quest seeker’s solitary time in nature so that he or she has a direction and focus during the quest, is thought-provoking. While this chapter is written in the context of the spiritual ritual, this five-step process is applicable in a variety of contexts, for anyone who is on a path of self-discovery regardless of the phase one may be in life.
I am not surprised that I have enjoyed this book as much as I have. I have two other books by Denise Linn in my library and enjoy reading them as well. What is not expected and especially invaluable in this book is the inclusion of the testimonials. For me, a book about a spiritual ritual imbued with so much magical and mysterious synchronicities would be less credible without these anecdotes to substantiate it. The testimonials are the most persuasive arguments for embarking on a quest. The testimonials are examples of how the world works in beautiful, unexpected ways. I know that this is a book that I will turn to as a reference and inspirational guide time and time again.
While I feel that my time to go on a quest has not yet come for a variety of reasons, I hope that one day I will be able to do so under Denise’s guidance. Because they are so practical and effective, Denise’s teachings have always touched me in ways that I did not think are possible.
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from Hay House Publishing for this review. The opinion in this review is unbiased and reflects my honest judgment of the product.
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