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HMI Book Club with Marc Gravelle, CHt - Online Course

Presented By: Marc Gravelle

Marc Gravelle

Certified Hypnotherapist and Senior Staff Instructor for 25 years at HMI College of Hypnotherapy, Marc Gravelle was a mentor and inspiration to many HMI students, graduates, and colleagues, including myself. Having himself mentored for many years under both Dr. John Kappas and Alex Kappas, Marc combined a strong Kappasinian methodology with a pragmatic down to earth approach to therapy and behavior.

Marc demonstrated this pragmatic approach by integrating the use of many classic and popular self-help books into his hypnotherapy practice. As one of his biggest fans and long-term clients and having personally experienced the power and benefits of this practice, I suggested and encouraged him to share this idea with the students at HMI. Together we produced 20 half-hour shows for HMI Web TV (aka Hypnosis TV) titled; “HMI Book Club.”

On behalf of Marc and myself, we hope you enjoy.

George Kappas, MA, LMFT
Director, HMI College of Hypnotherapy

Books Reviewed by Marc Gravelle, CHt

  1. 2010-03-31 – The Seven Spiritual Laws Of Success by Deepak Chopra
  2. 2010-04-07 – The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
  3. 2010-04-14 – The Power of Patience by M.J. Ryan
  4. 2010-04-28 – The Happiness Makeover by M.J. Ryan
  5. 2010-05-19 – The Book of Jewish Values by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
  6. 2010-05-26 – A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose by Eckhart Tolle
  7. 2010-06-01 – Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
  8. 2010-06-02 – How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie
  9. 2010-07-14 – The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Assertiveness by Jeff Davidson
  10. 2010-08-01 – How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
  11. 2010-08-25 – The Well-Behaved Child by Dr. John Rosemond
  12. 2010-09-01 – The Ten Commandments of Character by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
  13. 2010-10-06 – Thanks!: How Practicing Gratitude Can Make You Happier by Robert A. Emmons
  14. 2010-10-20 – Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
  15. 2010-12-08 – Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely
  16. 2011-03-30 – A Code of Jewish Ethics by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
  17. 2011-04-27 – Words That Work by Dr. Frank Luntz
  18. 2011-06-01 – How to Master the Art of Selling by Tom Hopkins
  19. 2011-06-01 – His Needs, Her Needs: Building an Affair-Proof Marriage by Willard F. Harley, Jr.
  20. 2011-10-05 – The Experts’ Guide to 100 Things Everyone Should Know How to Do by Samantha Ettus

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Real Time Student Comments

HMI Book Club - A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose by Eckhart Tolle
2024-09-05 at 05:40 Pacific Time

Detachment of the outcome releases the soul from its own entrapment known as the Ego.
W.D. from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - The Book of Jewish Values by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
2024-09-04 at 17:46 Pacific Time

It is important to put ourselves in the other person's position to help us develop empathy.
W.D. from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - The Happiness Makeover by M.J. Ryan
2024-09-04 at 17:14 Pacific Time

Being optimistic, helps your health, and can possibly be the answer to longevity; while being pessimistic can shorten your lifespan, I will remain an optimist.
W.D. from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - The Power of Patience by M.J. Ryan
2024-09-04 at 16:42 Pacific Time

We are in such a rush to get to… that we are rushing to our end, and causing unnecessary discomfort in our lives, that we make ourselves miserable in the process of living in such a hurry and then we die.
W.D. from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - How to Master the Art of Selling by Tom Hopkins
2024-09-04 at 16:20 Pacific Time

Like Marc, I read this book years ago and it is still so valuable today!
R.C. from Rancho Cucamonga, California, US


HMI Book Club - The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
2024-09-04 at 16:16 Pacific Time

Great suggestion worth taking into consideration and putting into practice.
W.D. from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - The Happiness Makeover by M.J. Ryan
2024-09-04 at 15:16 Pacific Time

Love that Marc ties all the books to hypnotherapy!
J.S. from Bentonville, Arkansas, US


HMI Book Club - The Power of Patience by M.J. Ryan
2024-09-04 at 14:16 Pacific Time

Great book find, looking forward to trying this method of help for a client in the future.
J.S. from Bentonville, Arkansas, US


HMI Book Club - The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
2024-09-04 at 13:45 Pacific Time

Love Eckhart's teachings, a wonderful Book Club recommendation!
J.S. from Bentonville, Arkansas, US


HMI Book Club - His Needs, Her Needs: Building an Affair-Proof Marriage by Willard F. Harley, Jr.
2024-08-31 at 12:25 Pacific Time

Thank you for the great lecture.
G.Z. from Woodland Hills, California, US


HMI Book Club - The Seven Spiritual Laws Of Success by Deepak Chopra
2024-08-31 at 12:15 Pacific Time

I plan on beginning this book asap!
C.Y. from Grand Junction, Colorado, US


HMI Book Club - The Seven Spiritual Laws Of Success by Deepak Chopra
2024-08-28 at 16:43 Pacific Time

This lecturer was amazing.
R.Z. from Beaverton, Oregon, US


HMI Book Club - A Code of Jewish Ethics by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
2024-08-28 at 09:21 Pacific Time

No comments entered.
K.M. from Laguna Beach, California, US


HMI Book Club - The Book of Jewish Values by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
2024-08-03 at 22:19 Pacific Time

This book sounds like an amazing one year daily devotional to live your best life for all of humanity.
R.C. from Rancho Cucamonga, California, US


HMI Book Club - The Ten Commandments of Character by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
2024-07-28 at 11:19 Pacific Time

The Rabbi response to not reveal the secret was absolutely golden. I loved this section, particularly because my immediate reaction to the story was "No!" but also because I definitely thought he'd try to explain somehow how she should tell the truth. It was a pleasant surprise seeing his response be common-sense filled.
D.A. from Kissimmee, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
2024-07-28 at 00:55 Pacific Time

Heartbreaking to reflect on, yet powerful.
N.Y. from Grand Junction, Colorado, US


HMI Book Club - The Power of Patience by M.J. Ryan
2024-07-27 at 10:57 Pacific Time

Very cool concept and extremely helpful. I am implementing this as we speak and look forward to shining the light of patience on to others as well.
B.H. from Amherst, Massachusetts, US


HMI Book Club - The Well-Behaved Child by Dr. John Rosemond
2024-07-27 at 10:19 Pacific Time

This book was interesting, and I can definitely glean some wisdom, but I find that some of the methods are disagreeable. I don't think any child that has frequently gotten "because I said so" was actually better for it. For me growing up, having to randomly do things just because without understanding the rationale behind it only created more resentment for me. I'd say to take some of these with some discernment as far as usefulness goes and research whatever you're not sure of.
D.A. from Kissimmee, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
2024-07-27 at 10:15 Pacific Time

I loved this book. It was interesting and I think useful for my worrying client.
D.A. from Kissimmee, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - Thanks!: How Practicing Gratitude Can Make You Happier by Robert A. Emmons
2024-07-05 at 21:30 Pacific Time

Always so very good, thank you!
B.K. from Rancho Santa Fe, California, US


HMI Book Club - How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie
2024-07-05 at 16:50 Pacific Time

Fabulous book, great questions, however, it could really go to different directions on one of the questions so I’m curious to what the answer would be.
L.J. from Agoura Hills, California, US


HMI Book Club - Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely
2024-05-21 at 17:05 Pacific Time

I love this series with Marc, so insightful and great information.
C.M. from Johnstown, New York, US


HMI Book Club - The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
2024-05-21 at 13:52 Pacific Time

Wonderful, looking forward to the next ones.
B.K. from Rancho Santa Fe, California, US


HMI Book Club - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
2024-05-03 at 11:43 Pacific Time

Great review! This book sounds like an important one to have.
J.D. from Sacramento, California, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-05-01 at 09:09 Pacific Time

This is a book that excites me.
J.M. from Richmond, California, US


HMI Book Club - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
2024-04-27 at 19:50 Pacific Time

This book is very interesting and can be applied to our daily lives.
D.B. from Apple Valley, California, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-04-27 at 13:59 Pacific Time

This was a wonderful book that I will be purchasing.
J.B. from Lakewood, California, US


HMI Book Club - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
2024-04-21 at 12:09 Pacific Time

Really good information, I enjoyed it.
G.G. from Silver Springs, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-04-21 at 10:58 Pacific Time

I really liked the information.
G.G. from Silver Springs, Florida, US


HMI Book Club - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
2024-04-20 at 17:37 Pacific Time

Wonderful book and presentation. A great book to reference when creating suggestions for clients.
K.F. from Glen Burnie, Maryland, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-04-20 at 16:42 Pacific Time

Reframing is such an easily accepted approach because it does not deny the client’s experience but also replaces victim hood with feelings of empowerment. Great presentation.
K.F. from Glen Burnie, Maryland, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-04-18 at 14:35 Pacific Time

Another great revue that encourages me to buy the book. Thank you so much for this.
J.D. from Sacramento, California, US


HMI Book Club - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
2024-04-15 at 12:30 Pacific Time

Very insightful, thank you.
H.S. from The Colony, Texas, US


HMI Book Club - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
2024-04-12 at 19:44 Pacific Time

This was a very good one!
C.B. from Toronto, Ontario, CA


HMI Book Club - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
2024-04-11 at 22:21 Pacific Time

I love Dale Carnegie and his writings.
M.R. from Denver, Colorado, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-04-06 at 12:17 Pacific Time

Very insightful, thank you.
H.S. from The Colony, Texas, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-26 at 07:06 Pacific Time

Very useful suggestions were mentioned in this lesson.
A.V. from Vilnius, LT


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-23 at 15:45 Pacific Time

The lessons in this book are practical and can be applied to our daily lives.
D.B. from Apple Valley, California, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-21 at 10:58 Pacific Time

Great integration into suggestions for hypnosis.
C.B. from Toronto, Ontario, CA


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-18 at 06:49 Pacific Time

Great and powerful outlook on life.
T.C. from Plano, Texas, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-17 at 15:21 Pacific Time

I truly enjoyed this review with Marc. I can see how applying this method can transform a person to be happier.
R.T. from Rolla, North Dakota, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-17 at 10:28 Pacific Time

Thank you very much for the lesson!
A.S. from Springfield, Missouri, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-16 at 08:20 Pacific Time

Interesting concepts to use in sessions.
S.G. from Iowa, Louisiana, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-12 at 13:31 Pacific Time

Great book and worth checking out.
C.S. from Peoria, Illinois, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-11 at 20:25 Pacific Time

Enjoyed the lesson, video, and book!
L.W. from Oak Harbor, Washington, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-10 at 14:33 Pacific Time

Enjoying these book summaries and learning from them.
O.V. from San Diego, California, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-03-01 at 16:22 Pacific Time

Really great realizations revealed in this book.
C.G. from Bonsall, California, US


HMI Book Club - Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager
2024-02-27 at 23:43 Pacific Time

This lecture was very interesting and reminded me of the 4 Agreements. I enjoyed it.
M.C. from Lakewood, Ohio, US


HMI Book Club - The Book of Jewish Values by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
2023-12-11 at 01:19 Pacific Time

Great lesson. Thank you for the presentation.
J.B. from Springfield, Missouri, US


HMI Book Club - The Book of Jewish Values by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin
2023-12-07 at 00:16 Pacific Time

Interesting book, seems to be full of gems.
W.O. from Port Townsend, Washington, US