Matt McAvoy Book Review

This short study explores and examines the multi-layered facets of human behaviour and cognitive decision-making, as if they are a very element of the physical make-up of our universe, which is a somewhat confusing, if interesting subject to get our heads around.

Using explanations of ancient philosophy, right through quantum physics and the construction of the cosmos itself, Emmanuel attempts to explain how our own differing perceptions of reality are really what directly contribute to the very physical science which forms our own lives and their outcomes.  If this sounds a strange and complex concept, perhaps it is because to understand it early on in the book, it is necessary to do so from the author’s wavelength, and to be honest I’m not sure exactly how effective Emmanuel is at getting us there from the outset.  As you read on, it begins to look more simple: we can affect our own universe because it is only as we perceive it to be – therefore, by changing our perception, and ourselves, we literally change our own individual universe (in a very concise nutshell, with no wish to diminish the complexity of the book).  It is, I think, overcomplicated by the dissertation around quantum physics, and the explanation of our theoretical ability to affect it physically, by manipulating the photon energy in our universe, via cognitive application – or, even more thought-provoking, by experimenting with technology for the mass market. 

This all seems perhaps in vain, because ultimately, and perhaps typically, Emmanuel then goes on to explain how faith is the real key to changing ourselves, and much of the book’s second half focuses on affirmations, lessons and sermons from ancient cultures, religious teachings and quotes from notable figures.  Quantum physics is a baffling subject for most of us, but typically it and the cosmos are often associated with a Creator, and this book is no different – Einstein set the acceptable standard for this, and it is increasingly becoming understood as feasible.  For the scientifically-minded agnostic, there may be something to consider in this book; atheists, however, may find it frustrating, because it might not lead where they might have hoped, fading instead into something of a self-help guide, by moral affirmations of love, sympathy, virtue, understanding, tolerance and respect.  By the same coin’s flip side, it also suggests that our perception has a direct influence on the negative outcomes in our lives.  Overall though, the quantum physics thesis is much simplified by the end.

A nice book to read, though the proof is not great.  Some of the language and punctuation doesn’t read well, and the book’s presentation needs cleaning.  It is short – only 50 pages or so – so it may be a good digital read for your commute or coffee break, but bear in mind that it does require concentration - if only for the first half. 

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