The New York Times bestseller, "Eat, Pray, Love," has become a hit movie, and a phenomenal marketing tool. The story is about a woman who divorces and travels around the world to find herself. The pray part is when the author, Elizabeth Gilbert goes to India and learns to meditate in an Ashram.
I saw her on Oprah and waited in vain for Elizabeth to tell Oprah more about her spiritual journey, and I understood why there is a huge backlash against the book. Critics say you either "love it, or loathe it" because of the self-indulgence, and materialism being played up on a spiritual journey.
Wow thanks for the article and it's a reminder that we do the most growing when we have tests of patience. Did you know that your son had RAD prior to adopting him or did you discover it later?
Friday, August 20th 2010 at 2:22AM
Jen Fad
No Jen. Had no idea what Rad was. This is the journey I wrote about in my book, "A Cry for Light." Took us eleven years to find him the proper help, because mental health experts didn't know what it was and how to treat it. Treatment for regular child hood issues is based on behavioral modification. But RAD kids don't trust, so this can't help them. Also RAD is a progressive disorder if not checked. Many gang members have it because they didn't get the nurturing the first few years of their lives.... left unchecked...they become social paths...including violent. light and blessings, janet
Friday, August 20th 2010 at 12:24PM
Janet Jackson
I thank you for taking the time to reply me and I thank you for sharing your journey here. My heart really goes out to children who find themselves in foster care. It's not easy for them with all the horrible things they have experienced.
Tuesday, August 24th 2010 at 6:28PM
Jen Fad
