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| Why Is God Laughing?: The Path to Joy and Spiritual Optimism | 
 enlarge | Author: Deepak Chopra
Publisher: Harmony
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  15 reviews
Sales Rank: 8307
Media: Hardcover
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Pages: 192
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Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.8 x 0.8
ISBN: 0307408884
Dewey Decimal Number: 204.4
EAN: 9780307408884
ASIN: 0307408884
Publication Date: June 3, 2008
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Product Description
In this refreshing new take on spirituality, bestselling author Deepak Chopra uses a fictional tale of a comedian and his unlikely mentor to show us a path back to hope, joy, and even enlightenment—with a lot of laughter along the way.
Meet Mickey Fellows. A successful L.A. comedian, he’s just a regular guy, with his fair share of fears, egocentricities, and addictions. After his father’s death, Mickey meets a mysterious stranger named Francisco, who changes his life forever. The two begin an ongoing discussion about the true nature of being. Reluctantly at first, Mickey accepts the stranger’s help and starts to explore his own life in an effort to answer the riddles Francisco poses. Mickey starts to look at those aspects of himself that he has hidden behind a wall of wisecracks all his life. Eventually Mickey realizes that authentic humor opens him up to the power of spirit—allowing him to finally make real connections with people.
After taking the reader on a journey with Mickey, Chopra then spells out the lessons that Mickey’s story imparts to us: ten reasons to be optimistic, even in our challenging world. Chopra believes that the healthiest response to life is laughter from the heart, and even in the face of global turmoil, we can cultivate an internal sense of optimism. Rich with humor and practical advice, Why Is God Laughing? shows us without a doubt that there is always a reason to be grateful, that every possibility holds the promise of abundance, and that obstacles are simply opportunities in disguise. In the end, we really don’t need a reason to be happy. The power of happiness lies within each of us, just waiting to be unleashed. And Mickey Fellows’s journey shows us the way.
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 Maybe Because He Gets the Joke? June 25, 2008
24 out of 33 found this review helpful
"Either you're a person wondering if you have a soul, or you're a soul who knows that being a person isn't real." - From the book
For comedian Mickey Fellows, life is about to get very interesting.
On the heels of his father's death, Mickey meets a mysterious stranger named Francisco on the beach. Tucking riddles in his clothing, posing profound questions and inviting Mickey to engage in some potentially embarrassing--even dangerous--situations will forever alter the jaded comedian.
Who is Francisco? Out of all the people in L.A., why did he pick Mickey for an enigmatic "process"? Will Mickey have to trade his sense of humor--his very livelihood--in order to become fearless? Or is it like Mickey's dead father says: God is laughing...always?
So what is it that God's laughing about? What does Mickey's dead father know now that he's on the other side--and wants desperately to communicate to his son? And what does spirituality have to do with off-color jokes and humor in general?
In the novel Why Is God Laughing, prolific author, spiritual teacher and medical doctor Deepak Chopra offers readers an entertaining parable about one man confronting his deepest fears during his unusual interactions with a man named Francisco. As he begins to ask questions about life and his reason for being, Mickey echoes the musings of millions in these hectic times.
Originally, I had bought Why Is God Laughing? as a Father's Day present for my husband, especially since he enjoys Chopra's storytelling in both his fiction and non-fiction books. Turns out, though, that *I* ended up devouring it before my husband could even begin reading!
And a thoroughly enjoyable read it was--especially as it's filled with hilarious jokes!
Here are a few of the interesting passages I highlighted throughout the book as I was reading:
*"Death is life on another frequency. The music doesn't end just because someone can't hear it."
*"Fear cannot be trusted."
*"You will correct the mistake that lies at the very root of victimization: a belief that the movie controls you, instead of the other way around."
*"Once you have authorship of your self, you come out of silence into activity to write your own story."
*"Whatever captivates you is also trying to wake you up."
*"So how does God want us to grow, in what direction, according to what guidelines? None. You get to grow the way you want to, by following your own desires...The things that deeply interest you play the role of God."
*"...take your place inside the drama with confidence. Everything is as it should be. The role assigned to you is right and proper. It is tailor-made for you, for your complete self."
In the tradition of Father Joseph Girzone's Joshua series, Why Is God Laughing? presents gentle challenges from a humble stranger. Timeless and universal truths are shared in a non-threatening way throughout the story, and Chopra shares invaluable spiritual insight at the end with ten transformational principles that--if understood and applied--can be a powerful catalyst for real change.
Do you wonder what happens when people die? Do you fear death? Does fear paralyze you from doing what you love--or from taking risks to find out? Do you wonder if life on Earth is "all there is"? Have you bought into the idea that there is sacred and profane, that there is a literal hell and a literal heaven? Does God even care what you do here on Earth?
And why, oh why, is God laughing?
Join comedian Mickey Fellows on an journey that illuminates some possible answers to those questions--and to discover how to fearlessly be the best "you" possible!--through the engaging book Why Is God Laughing?
Janet Boyer, author of The Back in Time Tarot Book: Picture the Past, Experience the Cards, Understand the Present
 God is laughing at Deepak now June 16, 2008
18 out of 34 found this review helpful
I love Deepak....or used to. I have read 25 of his 50 books and thought each one except "Peace is the Answer" were excellent. Once you an accomplished author your books sell just because of your name. Had I not dog eared one of the pages this would be on its way back to Amazon. The best way I can explain this book is "painful". A horrible attempt at humor from a man who is not funny. Even the foreword by Mike Meyers, who I find hillarious looks contrived. This book is simply "A Successful Author Gone Wild". As a sidenote, I have become discouraged with Deepak's apparent inability to "walk his talk" after hearing 2 radio invterviews in the last 2 months. It's like when you learn mom and dad don't have all the answers..... Good luck next time Deepockets..... and stop hating America, she has been good to you; remember, "every person gives to a world that mirrors it".
Another Winner By Deepak Chopra June 4, 2008
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Why is God Laughing is a parable about a man, Mickey Fellows, who is a comedienne, and his mentor, Francisco. Francisco gets Mickey to explore his life--the life he has hidden behind a wall of jokes all his life.
The mentor teaches Mickey about authentic humor, which awakens Mickey's soul and allows him to make real connections to people.
Mickey's story is about spiritual optimism and joy.
In the final chapter of the book, Chopra presents the 10 principles of spiritual optimism. He writes; "When you explore yourself on the inner plane, you are walking with intuition."
The 10 principles:
1. The healthiest response to life is laughter
2. There is always a reason to be grateful
3. You belong in the scene of the universe. There's nothing to be afraid of. You are safe.
4. Your soul cherishes every aspect of your life
5. There is a plan, and your soul knows it
6. Ecstasy is the energy of spirit. When life flows, ecstasy is natural
7. There is a creative solution to every problem. Every possibility holds the promise of abundance
8. Obstacles are opportunities in disguise
9. Evolution leads the way through desire
10. Freedom is letting go.
Why is God Laughing is a book you will want to refer to often--to remind yourself to laugh, be grateful, and to love life.
By the author of the award winning book, Harmonious Environment: Beautify, Detoxify and Energize Your Life, Your Home and Your Planet.
"Laughing" is contagious! June 21, 2008
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
We're each on a journey in this life, and our passions help us to get there. The lead character in this story, Mickey, is a comedian, and so he gets to where he needs to go through humor. Ultimately, we're all headed in the same direction, to re-discover who we are. We learn from each other, and we can certainly learn from Mickey. Deepak is a gifted writer. The story unfolds with a series of riddles, and jokes sprinkled throughout. And then almost as a bonus, we get the lessons, the messages, so that we are guided along in our own journey. Sweet, and profound. Another terrific book from Deepak Chopra.
I Know Why God Is Laughing!!!! June 6, 2008
6 out of 9 found this review helpful
Another remarkable book by Deepak. He takes a brilliant approach to blending comedy and spirituality. Only Deepak can do this!
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