Choices and Illusions: How Did I Get Where I Am, and How Do I Get Where I Want to Be? (Revised) (Revised) by Taylor, Eldon

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Choices and Illusions: How Did I Get Where I Am, and How Do I Get Where I Want to Be? (Revised) (Revised)

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Author: Taylor, Eldon
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Taylor, Eldon

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📚 ABOUT THE BOOK

Shatter the illusions binding your mind and reclaim the creative power of your conscious choices.

Eldon Taylor invites you to examine the invisible frameworks governing your reality. This revised edition dissects the mechanics of belief, revealing how unexamined assumptions dictate your daily experience and limit your potential. You will learn to distinguish between conditioned reflexes and genuine intention. By understanding the subtle interplay of thought and perception, you gain the tools to dismantle mental barriers. Taylor offers a pragmatic roadmap for shifting from passive reaction to active creation. This is not merely theory; it is an invitation to awaken from the dream of limitation and step into the vibrant, expansive life you were meant to inhabit.

Key themes

Conscious Creation Deconstructing Belief Systems Mental Sovereignty

Historical context

This work sits firmly within the New Thought and modern metaphysical traditions, echoing the lineage of thinkers who emphasize the power of conscious creation and mental discipline. It reflects the contemporary self-help movement's focus on psychological autonomy and spiritual awakening through practical application of esoteric principles.

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🏛 Hay House 📖 240 pages 📔 Paperback 📐 Paperback ISBN: 9781401943394

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Taylor excels at demystifying the abstract mechanics of consciousness, making the esoteric accessible and tangible. It shines for readers ready to take radical responsibility for their internal state. However, those seeking dogmatic religious answers or complex academic theory will find it lacking. In the landscape of metaphysical literature, it sits as a pragmatic, empowering manual for the modern mystic.

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📝 Description: Choices and Illusions: How Did I Get Where I Am, and How Do I Get Where I Want to Be? (Revised) (Revised)

This fascinating book holds an important key. Whether you're interested in the science of thinking and beliefs, how your own mind operates, how others control your thoughts, why things just don't work out for you, how you can create the life you've always wanted, how you can realize your true potential, how you can find peace, or, on a grander scale, how you can help make the world a better place, this book provides insights for all. Simply reading it will open your eyes to new worlds of possibilities. You'll change once you're exposed to the illusions most live under and by, and putting into practice any of these very simple teachings will open the door for you to achieve your highest potential. Choices and Illusions tells the story of one man's journey into the workings of the human mind and our reason for being. The adventure is every bit as exciting as the best scientific discoveries. Eldon Taylor's approach is pragmatic, and his conclusions are inspirational and soul enhancing. Along the journey, you'll hear fantastic stories of divine intervention, see why you think and do what you don't wish to do, and understand the very clear message that it's never too late to be happy and succeed, regardless of your past actions. Eldon says, "Many believe that self-help and self-improvement is about rags to riches, failure to success, and so forth, when indeed it's the beginning of a journey into self-discovery. Inside every human being is an eternal truth and a life purpose. Using our mind power is simply starting the engine on that path toward highest self-actualization."

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Taylor delivers a compelling, pragmatic manual for mental autonomy, effectively dissecting how unexamined assumptions dictate daily experience. The revised edition sharpens its focus on the interplay of thought and perception, offering tangible steps to shift from passive reaction to active creation. However, this text does not suit readers seeking rigorous academic philosophy or complex theological debate; it is strictly a practical guide for personal empowerment. Those preferring abstract metaphysics over actionable self-help may find the approach too direct. Yet, for those ready to shatter illusions and reclaim creative power, it remains an invaluable, accessible resource for stepping into a more expansive life.

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers who feel trapped by repetitive life patterns or unexamined beliefs will find profound liberation in Taylor’s pragmatic roadmap. This book is ideal for those seeking to transition from passive reaction to active creation, offering essential tools to dismantle mental barriers and reclaim their creative power. If you desire to awaken from the dream of limitation and understand the mechanics governing your reality, this revised edition provides a clear, accessible guide. It empowers you to distinguish conditioned reflexes from genuine intention, fostering a vibrant, expansive existence rooted in conscious choice rather than illusion.

⭐ Reader reviews

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⭐ Esoterica editorial review Editorial rating 4.7/5

★★★★★

Readers feeling stuck in repetitive patterns or seeking a deeper understanding of how perception shapes reality. Ideal for those ready to move beyond superficial self-help and engage with the mechanics of consciousness.

Reader rating

4.6

Based on 4 reviews

Ivy L. ✓ Verified purchase

June 10, 2026

Exactly as described

Grabbed this during a weekend order. You can tell why this work has endured. There's real depth here that reveals itself on a second reading. Great value for what you get.

Rachel M. ✓ Verified purchase

December 7, 2025

Took a chance on this and glad I did. Some chapters demand a slow, careful read, and that's exactly the point. It reads better in small doses — a chapter at a time with notes. I'd have loved an index, but that's on the original text. Solid, if not essential.

Andrew N. ✓ Verified purchase

October 6, 2024

My new favorite

Ordered this after seeing it referenced in another book I was studying. The typesetting is comfortable for study, with good margins for notes. Deserves a place on any esoteric bookshelf.

Esoterica Books editorial team

Taylor delivers a compelling, pragmatic manual for mental autonomy, effectively dissecting how unexamined assumptions dictate daily experience. The revised edition sharpens its focus on the interplay of thought and perception, offering tangible steps to shift from passive reaction to active creation. However, this text does not suit readers seeking rigorous academic philosophy or complex theological debate; it is strictly a practical guide for personal empowerment. Those preferring abstract metaphysics over actionable self-help may find the approach too direct. Yet, for those ready to shatter illusions and reclaim creative power, it remains an invaluable, accessible resource for stepping into a more expansive life.

❓ Frequently asked questions

While grounded in metaphysical theory, the text provides actionable insights on how to identify and alter specific thought patterns in daily life.

No, Taylor writes with clarity and accessibility, using relatable examples to explain complex concepts of mind and perception without requiring specialized background.

📖 Who should read this

🎯 Key themes and symbolism

Conscious Creation

Deconstructing Belief Systems

Mental Sovereignty

💬 Quotes from the book

“The adventure is every bit as exciting as the best scientific discoveries.”

“It's never too late to be happy.”

📜 Historical context

Rooted in the New Thought tradition of the early 20th century, this work echoes the principles of mental causation found in the works of Neville Goddard and early metaphysical thinkers. However, Taylor updates these classic tenets with a modern, pragmatic lens. It bridges the gap between abstract spiritual philosophy and practical psychological application, positioning itself as a guide for the contemporary seeker navigating complex mental landscapes.

📚 Glossary

Illusion
Conscious Choice
Mental Framework

📔 Questions to reflect on

What recurring thought pattern feels automatic to you, and how might it be serving a hidden purpose?
Describe a moment where you felt truly creative; what beliefs allowed that freedom to exist?
If you could dismantle one 'truth' you currently hold about your life, which would open the most new possibilities?