Powerful Past Life Story – the Boy Who Knew Too Much Book Review

The boy who knew too much – about a young boy with evidentiary past-life experience of a very famous US sports person.

The Boy Who Knew Too Much

Recently, I read The Boy Who Knew Too Much: An Astounding True Story of a Young Boy’s Past-Life Memories, written by Cathy Byrd.

This isn’t just any past life.

Christian, a little boy, recalls being Lou Gehrig, the legendary Hall of Fame baseball player.

Now, I’m not a big sports fan myself — I really only became familiar with Lou Gehrig through the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, which helped raise awareness and funds for those affected by Lou Gehrig’s disease. But this book offers an unexpected window into his life, told through the eyes of a child who simply remembers.

A Mother, a Son, and a Mystery

Cathy Byrd, a devoted Midwestern mom and Christian, introduces us to her son, Christian, a cheerful toddler with an absolute fixation on baseball.

Nothing unusual about that, right?

But over time, Cathy began to notice something extraordinary. Before bedtime, often in that half-awake state between dreaming and sleep, Christian would begin talking about his other life, sharing vivid details about Lou Gehrig’s private world: names, places, teammates, even family memories.

Cathy started researching these stories. To her amazement, much of what Christian described could be verified: through historical records, family interviews, and even obscure details like a piece of jewelry hidden for safekeeping beneath the Gehrig family home.

Even more astonishing?

Christian mimicked Gehrig’s unique, well-documented batting stance and arm motion, a move no modern coach had taught him.

A Leap of Faith and Discovery

As the story unfolds, Cathy and Christian travel to baseball landmarks and meet with coaches, historians, and researchers. Each encounter deepens the mystery and the meaning behind Christian’s memories.

Then comes a remarkable twist: Christian tells his mother that she was also with him in that past life, as his mother back then, too.

This revelation sends Cathy on her own spiritual journey. She undergoes a Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT) session to explore her own past-life connections — a courageous act of love and curiosity.

Interestingly, after finishing the book, I discovered that Candace Craw-Goldman, a friend of mine here in Kansas and a QHHT practitioner, has interviewed Cathy Byrd about her experiences!

A Story for Parents and Seekers Alike

The Boy Who Knew Too Much is more than just an intriguing case of past-life recall; it’s a compassionate, real-world look at how a family navigates something profoundly outside the ordinary.

The book also serves as a valuable guide for parents who suspect their child might be recalling past-life memories. It shows what that process can look like and how to approach it with sensitivity, openness, and discernment.

It’s common for children’s past-life memories to fade around ages 6–7, as they become more firmly identified with their current life. In Christian’s case, this happened quite naturally. One day, he simply said, “I’ve decided to be myself now.”

If You Have a Child Who “Knows Too Much”

If you believe your child may be experiencing past-life recall, the best first step is to document what they say, and, where possible, see if any details can be validated.

As an Akashic Records Reader, I can also support parents who want to explore this further. Until a child reaches legal adulthood (age 18), a parent may ask questions on the child’s behalf to receive insights that can help guide and support both parent and child through experiences like these.

The Boy Who Knew Too Much: An Astounding True Story of a Young Boy’s Past-Life Memories by Cathy is both inspiring and thought-provoking.

It’s a beautiful blend of love, faith, and mystery, and an excellent resource for anyone raising, teaching, or supporting a spiritually aware child.

Learn More About The Akashic Records Readings I Offer + Free Download

One way to grow your awareness of past lives is to begin to work with your Akashic Records. This expands the connection to your Soul through your Higher Self (aka your intuition).

If you are interested in an Akashic Records Reading, I always recommend starting with the Soul Star Reading.

This reading gives you 3 different immersive experiences of the Akashic Records: –

1. Connecting with your Divine Soul Blueprint (Soul-level gifts, talents, abilities).
2. Hearing about a Past Life that contains a karmic pattern ready for clearing (you’ll recognize this pattern in your present life).
3. Recognizing and clearing present life blocks and restrictions.

If you’d like to know about the different readings I offer on this site, start here>>

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