I really enjoyed this book, and found it to be incredibly profound and insightful. Those who have already "dabbled" in spirituality may find the concepts to be nothing new or groundbreaking, but Suzanne Giesemann's writing style is direct, clear, and accessible for those who may be more unfamiliar with these ideas. I respect that the contents were organized in a non-linear way, in that you can read it front to back or pick out particular sections that resonate at a given time.

More than anything, it was Suzanne's meditation methods that made this a 5-star book for me. For many years, I have tried to develop a consistent and effective meditation practice with limited success. Using her BLESS ME method in particular, I've been able to bring my practice to a new level and I'm so excited to see how it continues to develop.

I was brought to this book at this time in my life for a reason. I'm grateful for its impact on me, and for Suzanne's invaluable insights and wisdom. Thank you Suzanne, and thank you Sanaya!

"You are so very loved"

This will be a book I cherish and keep coming back to. Although I hadn't heard of the author Suzanne Giesemann before reading this book I found her extremely credible and her writing style is informative and easy to read. I did find the acronyms and names for certain aspects of spirituality quite challenging to get to grips with, but time with this book and the practices will surely help. Some of the concepts were also a bit difficult for me to understand but again I hope to gain a greater insight by using the practices in the book.
The author does suggest that the book can be read in any order you prefer but if you are quite new to the subject I do recommend reading the book through once in order because I find it very well structured as it is. Part one is all theory based whereas part 2 offers spiritual practices based on the theory.
I particularly enjoyed the practices on vagal breathing and chakra balancing and can see me using these as part of my everyday practice.
Overall I highly recommend this book for a practical and uplifting spiritual read.

Suzanne continues her insightful, deeply soulful commentary on how to live a meaningful life. Her ability to practically communicate spiritual principles in unrivalled, and the exercises contained in this book are clear and useful.

Interesting writing style and concepts presented in this book. There is no doubt that Giesemann wise in her presentation of this material and holds a sacred knowledge.

This book follows the story of how Suzanne became a channel, connecting with people who have passed over. There are many stories about connections she has made and reactions of people still living, as well as exercises that are straightforward to do. She is very credible and writes in a flowing, easy to follow way. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in learning more about the nature of consciousness and the higher self..

Thank you, Netgalley.co.uk, for a copy of this book.

The Awakened Way is a self help book that is focused on the idea that we are all programmed in a certain way. We are told how we should think, feel, act, by the "rules" we have been taught. But what if there is something other behind the rules? What if we open our minds and hearts to the universe and discover another side of ourselves?
I wanted to read this book as a means of understanding myself more clearly. I have tried so many times to make sense of what has happened in the past, to get to a positive place, where I can look forward to the future.
This book is not quite what I hoped it was, but that said, I'm sure it has helped many other people.
I will revisit it in the future as I am interested to understand it better. I think the reader needs to be in the right mindset, I'm not there yet.
For now, it left me feeling a little confused and it didn't really help me at this time. Maybe when I return to it I will find something inside that resonates.