A Mind at Home with Itself
A Mind at Home with Itself
Byron Katie
Tony Robbins
It feels like [the author's] life’s work is bound between the pages of this book. It’s a beautiful how-to for anyone wanting freedom from The Mind. - Tony Robbins
Graham Duncan
Graham Duncan mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
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A Mind at Home with Itself

A Mind At Home With Itself: How Asking Four Questions Can Free Your Mind, Open Your Heart, and Turn Your World Around

Byron Katie
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Byron Katie
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In "A Mind at Home with Itself," Byron Katie, a beacon of enlightenment in the realm of personal development, offers a profound exploration of the turmoil that grips our minds. With the wisdom of a sage and the compassion of a friend, she delves into the heart of human suffering, tracing its roots to the unquestioned beliefs that cloud our perception. Katie introduces readers to The Work, her revolutionary process of inquiry that has transformed millions of lives around the globe. Through a series of penetrating questions, she guides us on a journey inward, where we learn to challenge and release the thoughts that cause distress, unlocking a state of peace and freedom we never imagined possible. At once deeply philosophical and eminently practical, this book is a testament to Katie's extraordinary gift for storytelling and her unwavering commitment to awakening. Drawing on her own journey and the lives of those she has touched, she makes the case that it is only by meeting reality as it is—without the filters of our stories—that we can truly find a mind at home with itself. Beyond mere self-help, this is a guide to self-liberation, inviting us to a life where joy, clarity, and love prevail. With "A Mind at Home with Itself," Byron Katie cements her status as a spiritual innovator for the new millennium, offering a beacon of hope for anyone yearning to live beyond the confines of their own stressful thoughts.

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Released
2017
7 Sep
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Graham Duncan mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
It feels like [the author's] life’s work is bound between the pages of this book. It’s a beautiful how-to for anyone wanting freedom from The Mind. - Tony Robbins
Everything in the world is doing its job. The ceiling sits on the walls, the walls sit on the floor, the curtains are hanging in front of the windows; they’re all doing their jobs. But when you tell yourself a story about how reality is supposed to look, you end up arguing with the ceiling or the wall, and it’s hopeless. It’s like trying to teach a cat to bark. The cat won’t ever cooperate. “No, no,” you may tell it, “you don’t understand. You should bark. It would be so much better for you if you barked. Besides, I really need you to bark. As a matter of fact, I’m going to devote the rest of my life to teaching you how to bark.” And many years later, after all your sacrifice and devotion, the cat looks up at you and says, “Meow.
— Byron Katie, A Mind at Home with Itself

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