'The Ten Commitments' by David Simon MD Surges Into Amazon's Top Ten New Book on Ten Commandments by Chopra Center Co-Founder Hits #3 on Amazon.com

SAN DIEGO, May 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Within two weeks of publication, The Ten Commitments, the new book by renowned author, neurologist, and mind-body wellness educator, David Simon MD, has soared to the number three spot on Amazon.com.

Acknowledged as a world leader in the field of mind/body medicine, Dr. Simon continues to transform the meaning of health and wellness. He and his partner Deepak Chopra, are co-founders of the Chopra Center for Well Being on the grounds of the La Costa Spa & Resort in San Diego, California and co- authors of many books such as the Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga.

"We all know the Ten Commandments and unfortunately most of us try to use the philosophy of "thou shall not" (eat too much, work too hard, etc.) but that doesn't always work. My book introduces another way by embracing the positive path and making a "commitment" to live a better life, we transform our intentions into concrete actions that make change happen," explains Simon.

Having recommitted himself towards positive change, Simon describes this short precise book as "a practical primer on thoughtful change." There is a continuing hunger for Eastern philosophy and personal spiritual growth among Westerners -- finally, one of the West's top experts, who has been writing on, lecturing, teaching, and practicing Eastern thought for over three decades, has melded these principles of personal transformation and personal spiritual growth with our core Western beliefs, giving us a new perspective on the basic way we live our lives.

A unique feature of the 10 Commitments is an introduction by Simon's decades-long partner Deepak Chopra. "I am grateful that David has simply and eloquently elaborated a compelling yet practical path to restore wholeness to our lives, both individually and collectively."

For example, the traditional commandment against graven images is transformed into a personal commitment to authenticity; the commandment to observe the Sabbath becomes a commitment to relax; the admonition to honor one's parents becomes a commitment to practice forgiveness in daily life.

For more information on the upcoming book signings for The Ten Commitments with Dr. David Simon, please visit www.chopra.com. For press inquiries including interviews with Dr. David Simon and photography, please contact: Erika DeSimone, 760.494.1609, Erika@chopra.com. SOURCE Chopra Center