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The Poisoned Arrow

A Toltec Guide to Overcoming Fear

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The Poisoned Arrow

By: don Miguel Ruiz
Narrated by: Chris Hugan
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The poison is fear—this book is the cure.

When the world wounds us with a metaphorical arrow, many of us spend our days chasing unanswerable questions: Why was I hurt? Who is to blame? Will it happen again? Beneath these restless inquiries lies a deeper truth: even though the event is now over, the fear it left behind is like a poison. It courses through our veins—whispering doubts, weaving prisons from old wounds, and painting the world in shades of threat and scarcity.

But there is an antidote.

In this transformative guide to overcoming fear, beloved Toltec teacher don Miguel Ruiz Jr. invites you to remove both the arrow and its poison. Through Toltec wisdom and timeless parable, you will learn to:

• Recognize fear’s hidden influence in your thoughts, words, and choices.

• Break free from fear-based agreements that keep you trapped in anxiety and unhappiness.

• Reclaim your power as the artist of your life, creating a reality rooted in peace and authenticity.

With prose as tender as it is incisive, this book is not a map—it is a mirror. Look closely, and you may find that the antidote was always within you.

©2025 Don Miguel Ruiz Jr. (P)2025 Don Miguel Ruiz Jr.
Anxiety Disorders Mental Health Personal Development Personal Success Psychology & Mental Health
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I really appreciate the way the chapters were weaved together- each full of knowledge with examples from life.
The final chapter and Conclusion is a loving and gentle reminder of our spiritual journey, experienced through the body we have. Be the Observer of our thoughts and see the riches of life in the experiences each moment offers.

Eye opening and uplifting

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