The Three Only Things: Tapping the Power of Dreams, Coincidence, and Imagination

by Robert Moss

Book Overview

Have you ever said something was "only a dream," "only a coincidence," or "only my imagination?" In this book you'll discover that these "only" things can be keys to finding and living your bigger story. You'll learn to tap into the nine powers of dreaming, the nine rules of coincidence, and the seven uses of imagination. You'll be inspired by stories of how innovators and world-changers have used these gifts, and you'll learn wonderful games to help...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1577315960
• ISBN13: 9781577315964
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: New World Library
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Watch for Signs

This past Sunday, many of us in our little country church were astounded to learn that the sign out front had been vandalized. Scorched. Many of us were further amazed that we hadn't even noticed. We had not seen what was right in front of our eyes. That afternoon, reading Robert Moss' book, The Three "Only" Things, I asked myself a question: If this were a dream, what would it be saying to me, or to our community? The answer was immediate: Watch for Signs. We go through our days oblivious to the gifts of information available through coincidence, dream, and imagination, missing essential clues to prosperity, safety and happiness. This book is a potent reminder to stop regularly, even as regularly as we look at the clock, to check the "pattern of the moment." What is happening around us and inside of us, right now? I have long anticipated reading Moss' newest book, and the result is well worth the wait. There is magic even in the first pages, new stories I hadn't heard, and the promise that in five minutes a day one can get in touch with one's inner truth. Dreamwork is a discipline, improved by regular practice. Yet the exercises Moss describes are easy even for a child, or rather, that what children find natural, adults need to relearn. Moss reminds the reader to play with dream, coincidence and imagination to reach a place of joyful childlike wonder. Robert Moss has written several books on dreaming. I have each of them, heavily underlined, well thumbed, and in a place of honour on my bookshelf. The Three "Only" Things will join them, already jotted with notes, thoughts triggered by Moss' masterful prose. I expect any reader to have the same recollection of times when coincidence or dream could offer surprise and insight, if only we would stop and watch for the signs.

A Manual for Living

Robert Moss is a scholar, storyteller and excellent writer. His latest book, The Three "ONLY" Things, is my favorite of his numerous, interesting books. It deals with dreams, coincidence and imagination. For me, it is a manual on how to live my life. In the Introduction he lists the nine powers of dreaming, the nine rules of coincidence and the seven open secrets of imagination. Robert reminds the reader that our night dreams and our day dreams gift us with a bottomless treasure chest. Our lives are filled with meaningful coincidences, synchronicities, if we would only pay attention. Robert suggests we look to these for valuable guidance. Such occurrences demonstrate something larger operates in life and that we are all connected. The imagination section is powerful. Robert gives numerous ways in which to use our imagination positively so that we can bring healing to ourselves and others as well as create wonderful possibilities in the world. The book is inspiring, practical and fun reading.The Three "Only" Things: Tapping the Power of Dreams, Coincidence, and Imagination

Take Back and Revel in Your Authentic Power!

What Robert Moss offers us through his book, "The Three Only Things" are keys to an ancient way of living our power and truth that have been disregarded by our culture for too long. You'll find here that the mostly unknown stories behind great men and women like Joan of Arc, Leonardo DaVinci, Abe Lincoln, Winston Churchill, Harriet Tubman, Albert Einstein, Wolfgang Pauli, Architect Frank Gehry, Carl Jung and many more, point the way to these "Three Only Things" and how they inspired, informed and guided their success. The book's numerous examples through history, ancient and modern, help us to understand that many of the treasures of political and social leadership, science, literature, arts, and technology have been powered by dreams, coincidence and imagination. Best of all, we have access to that same source of information and guidance in our lives, and this is what is demonstrated so simply and beautifully in this book. There is example upon example of the power of these `Three Only Things' in the daily lives of ordinary people who have taken the time to observe, record and consider their own everyday dreams and oracles. You'll find many simple processes, games and suggestions for how to develop these skills for yourself. The stories are both inspiring and thrilling when you realize the possibilities we have for our own lives in the way of guidance, healing and creativity. I imagine many will also find the section on "Missing the Dream Dimensions Of Islam" to be eye-opening and instructive. For me it points out how much we "Don't Know" about the dreams, motivations and passions of our neighbors around the world and asks the question, "Why haven't we taken the time to find out?" Robert Moss's numerous books on dreams and his signature techniques of "Active Dreaming" offer us powerful ways to cross the bridge of ignorance and confusion to a real gathering place of dreamers and imaginauts where we can understand much more about our world, it's future and how we can ensure it remains a sparkling treasure. I encourage you to begin walking your path to truth, personal power and beauty by dipping your toes into this incredible resource for your life. "The Three Only Things" is a jewel.

Do you believe in Magic?

Robert Moss has written several excellent books on Dreaming. I found this book to be his most staightforward & least "out there" regarding how to work with your dreams on an everyday basis, especially for those who haven't done a lot of this before. The section on Coincidence will teach you to recognize & benefit from these not-so-random occurrences, to guide you to a better path, or just confirm that you're already on the right one. My favorite section by far was the one on Imagination; I liked it so much I'm reading it again. It will inspire you, empower you to reach for what you want in your life, & truly make you believe in Magic. And YOU will be the magician!

Do You Remember What is Truly Important?

This is the book to read. If I were to choose which of Robert Moss's books to read first, I would pick this one. After you read this, you will want to read his other books. The Three Only Things reminds us of our Big Story, the one that is hunting us, showing us how to live our best lives. This week I was enmeshed in a personal trauma that caused me to temporarily lose sight of my larger goals. I began reading this book and within a few pages, I was able to see another way of looking at my situation. I decided to take immediate action on the vision I saw of how things could improve, and I was so glad I did. The problem is not resolved, but my way of dealing with it has changed for the better, and I know things will work out. I saw that magic does happen, even where I least expect to find it. This book is full of cool exercises to play with, in the midst of deep insight and amazing stories. You will see magic unfold in your life when you look for it. This book will change your life.