Awareness
Awareness
Anthony De Mello
Hal Elrod
One of the best books I’ve ever read. - Hal Elrod
Peter Mallouk
Gives you a lot of perspective about yourself and the world. - Peter Mallouk
Tim Ferriss
When I feel myself bleeding into overwhelm or feeling scattered, this is one of the first break-glass-in-case-of-emergency steps that I take. - Tim Ferriss
Naval Ravikant
Naval Ravikant tweeted about this book.
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Awareness

Awareness: The Perils and Opportunities of Reality

Anthony De Mello
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Anthony De Mello
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In "Awareness," Anthony De Mello invites us on a transformative journey to awaken our souls and ignite a deeper understanding of our existence. With a tapestry woven from the threads of Christian spirituality, Buddhist parables, Hindu practices, and psychological insights, De Mello crafts a narrative that is both enlightening and profoundly simple. This masterpiece is not just a book; it is a wake-up call to the true potential that lies dormant within us, beckoning us to break free from the illusions that bind us to mediocrity. De Mello's words serve as a gentle, yet powerful catalyst for change, urging us to open our eyes to the beauty and suffering around us, to embrace the fullness of our humanity, and to step into a state of awareness where life becomes a harmonious flow of understanding and love. Through short, digestible chapters, perfect for contemplation in moments of quiet, "Awareness" challenges us to shed our autopilot existence and awaken to a life of heightened consciousness. This book is an essential guide for anyone yearning to live beyond the confines of the ego, to discover a deeper connection with others, and to unveil the luminous joy of simply being.

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Released
1990
1 Jan
Length
184
Pages

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One of the best books I’ve ever read. - Hal Elrod
Gives you a lot of perspective about yourself and the world. - Peter Mallouk
When I feel myself bleeding into overwhelm or feeling scattered, this is one of the first break-glass-in-case-of-emergency steps that I take. - Tim Ferriss
Naval Ravikant tweeted about this book.
Perfect love casts out fear. Where there is love there are no demands, no expectations, no dependency. I do not demand that you make me happy; my happiness does not lie in you. If you were to leave me, I will not feel sorry for myself; I enjoy your company immensely, but I do not cling.
— Anthony De Mello, Awareness

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