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Book Review: Why We Make Bad Choices: The God’s Labyrinth of Good and Evil Encountering the Self by Maria Liviero

Book Details:

Author: Maria Liviero
Release Date: March 19, 2023
Series:
Genre: Spirituality-Religion, Non-Fiction
Format: E-book 
Pages: 244 pages
Publisher:
Blurb:
This book explores our sense of self and the source of the unhealthy behaviours and thinking patterns that cause us to make bad choices through the symbolic themes and characters of Genesis 1–3.
The journey towards understanding ourselves is undertaken by a character called Eve, who enters a parallel universe between Genesis and the present day only to discover the dark side of human nature that stems from God, and where she learns how to deal with the resulting false self.
This is a self-help book for anyone interested in investigating the depths of the human self and exploring how a false self can manifest itself causing us to make unhealthy choices. It will take you on a journey where you will encounter both the good and evil that exists within all of us, a journey first introduced in the creation story of Genesis.


Review

Rating: 4 out of 5.

In “Why We Make Bad Choices,” Maria Liviero delves deep into the labyrinth of the human psyche, exploring the intricate relationship between our sense of self and our propensity for unhealthy choices. This thought-provoking journey, inspired by the symbolic themes of Genesis 1–3, offers a unique and profound perspective on understanding and confronting our inner selves.

The narrative is skillfully woven around a character named Eve, who embarks on a journey through a parallel universe that bridges the biblical past with the modern day. Liviero’s use of Eve as a conduit to explore the darker aspects of human nature is both innovative and insightful. As Eve encounters various facets of the human condition, the reader is invited to reflect on the duality of good and evil within themselves. This exploration is not only enlightening but also deeply relatable, making the book a compelling read for anyone on a quest for self-understanding.

One of the most striking aspects of Liviero’s work is her ability to seamlessly blend complex theological concepts with practical self-help guidance. The book doesn’t shy away from challenging the reader to confront their ‘false self’ – the source of many unhealthy decisions. The journey is an intricate blend of self-discovery and introspection, providing readers with valuable insights into how they can identify and alter destructive thinking patterns.

Liviero’s writing style is engaging, making complex concepts accessible without oversimplifying them. Her approach to the creation story of Genesis as a metaphor for the human experience of grappling with good and evil is both innovative and enlightening.

In conclusion, “Why We Make Bad Choices” is a powerful and insightful read. It offers a unique lens through which to view the age-old struggle between good and evil within ourselves and equips the reader with the tools to navigate this terrain. Liviero’s book is an essential read for anyone interested in personal growth and understanding the deeper motivations behind their choices.

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