Dear EagerReader,
I just recently finished the deluxe course and I think it is worth the extra money and time--it changed my life. I have read more books (with better comprehension) in the last 2 months than in the previous 2 years. The deluxe DVDs will help you take PhotoReading to the next level with advanced techniques and insights. Both courses come with excellent support (website, forums, and a phone number for coaching). Like anything else, you have to finish the course and apply it to get the most out of it. The full deluxe course takes about 16 hours or more to complete. I cannot say I learned twice as much in the deluxe course, but it will have more than twice the impact on my life. It is a good value in that sense.
The DVDs for the Supercharger were all filmed at a PR retreat where PhotoReaders spent 5 days immersed in PR activities and related topics. The DVD topics are 1)"Inside Secrets," 2)"Mastering the Basics" (Nothing new is presented but still a good review), 3) "Power PhotoReading" (Advanced topics). The paraliminal is something that can be used over and over again. I cannot speak to this CD much because I only listened once. I plan to begin using it regularly.
The participants at the retreat PR dozens of books during the 5 days. On the DVD, a sample of some of the most advanced techniques like syntopic reading and advanced activation techniques like Windtunneling are explained. These techniques are either not discussed in the classic course or only treated very briefly. The best part of the DVD is that you hear directly from over a dozen PhotoReaders who share their experiences. They talk about the personal struggles and triumphs that they experience during the retreat. I found this very helpful in letting go of my own high expectations and working through them with some acceptance.
What is missing: I would have liked to have some more written materials for the DVDs. They come with a brief 16-page booklet, but not as much material as with the classic course. The classic course lacks adequate coverage of how to deal with many common reading tasks like email, e-documents, novels, magazines and journals. They are covered, but I personally think this part of the course needs to be expanded with more practice exercises. I am struggling with how to approach these documents. Maybe it will come with practice. These are only minor points to consider for this excellent course.
I think the deluxe course is a good value, but you might consider whether you would get even more from the 2-day in-person seminar. I spent about 3 weeks going through the course and applying it to extra reading as I went. As I said, the course changed my life. I have vastly increased my reading speed and comprehension. In addition, I am beginning to apply some of the concepts to several other areas of my life. I find myself establishing a purpose for everything. I prepare before I start, etc. If you have found other tape and CD courses have worked well for you, I think you will be happy with this one.
Otherbrother
