Crazy. Been thinking about this topic for a while.
Honestly, I think if Rhonda Byrne's intentions were to 'truly' encourage people to find happiness, then how come she doesn't post it on youtube?

J/k.
I get the philosophy. I can agree with it for the most part, depending on circumstances.
Drawbacks.. So what if children were molested, abused, and in condition they didn't ask for? Yet, they repeatedly go through the same thing, until they were old enough and had opportunities where they could escape such conditions? During those times the laws of attraction were in the works, bc it was their fault they were in constant fear for their lives day-in, day-out? Where's the justification behind that theory??
That's where I think there are some flaws to what the book/dvd says. Some people truly are victims to their circumstances. (People in war-torn countries, dictatorship/totalitarian environments- Burma, child prostitutes, etc, etc). It doesn't take into account the economic disparity, in which is 'reality' for other people in other parts of the world. Of course, they may have a choice to 'choose' their own thoughts to attract their 'own' energy (or the unverse's). When it comes to children, innocent people, come on..
I think for me personally, the laws of attraction works in idiosyncratic ways. Ultimately, I still have to work hard within my means to accomplish what I want. I think perhaps, in the midst of whatever makes me weaker, makes me stronger? I don't mind reinforcing my wishes, ideals, and dreams to put into perspective my ultimate goals. I wouldn't call it a secret. I call it
inspiration. I think that kind-heartedness, positive thoughts, prevail. It's intentions have profound impacts on human
growth, potentiality for a better tomorrow! That's just me, what I think, what I know to be true. Then again, we do live in an age of nuclear warfare, so that's why I think we need to 'get' real with how we treat others on a daily basis, as well as keep friendly diplomatic relations.
Love and be love.