The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself (New Harbinger/Noetic Books)
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By: Michael A. Singer
Format: Paperback
From: New Harbinger Publications/ Noetic Books
Pub. Date: September 2007
From: New Harbinger Publications/ Noetic Books
Pub. Date: September 2007
Product Details:
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2007-10-03
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 181
Ean: 9781572245372
Isbn: 1572245379
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2007-10-03
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 181
Ean: 9781572245372
Isbn: 1572245379
ABOUT THE BOOK
EDITORIAL REVIEW
Who are you? When you start to explore this question, you find out how elusive it really is. Are you a physical body? A collection of experiences and memories? A partner to relationships? Each time you consider aspects of yourself, you realize that there is much more to you than any of these can define. In this book, spiritual teacher Michael Singer explores the question of who we are and arrives at the conclusion that our identity is to be found in our consciousness, the fact of our ability to observe ourselves and the world around us. By tapping into traditions of meditation and mindfulness, Singer shows how the development of consciousness can enable us all to dwell in the present moment and let go of painful thoughts and memories that keep us from achieving happiness and self-realization.
Divided into five parts, the book offers a frank and friendly discussion of consciousness and how we can develop it. In part one, he examines the notion of self and the inner dialogue that all of us live with. Part two examines the experience of energy as it flows through us and works to show readers how to open their hearts to the energy of experience that permeates their lives. Ways to overcome tendencies to close down to the rest of the world are the subject of part three. Enlightenment and the embrace of universal consciousness are the subject of part four. And finally, in part five, Singer returns to daily life and the pursuit of "unconditional happiness." Throughout, the book maintains a light and engaging tone, free from heavy dogma and prescriptive religious references. The easy exercises that figure in each chapter help readers experience the ideas that Singer presents.
Divided into five parts, the book offers a frank and friendly discussion of consciousness and how we can develop it. In part one, he examines the notion of self and the inner dialogue that all of us live with. Part two examines the experience of energy as it flows through us and works to show readers how to open their hearts to the energy of experience that permeates their lives. Ways to overcome tendencies to close down to the rest of the world are the subject of part three. Enlightenment and the embrace of universal consciousness are the subject of part four. And finally, in part five, Singer returns to daily life and the pursuit of "unconditional happiness." Throughout, the book maintains a light and engaging tone, free from heavy dogma and prescriptive religious references. The easy exercises that figure in each chapter help readers experience the ideas that Singer presents.
USER REVIEWS
"I have meditated for 30+ years and been exposed to a variety of self-help knowledge. The Source, Unbounded, All That IS or whatever you feel comfortable calling it has been with me always and "I" have been aware of it's presence for some time. Yet the unfoldment of witnessing the unification of my personality with spirit is constantly unfolding. This book, to me, addresses that. I felt new awakenings within me while reading it. Some parts did not feel as "right" for me as others yet, overall, I feel it to be a valuable read for anyone. Michael Singer is a very good writer and able to take abstract values and put them in everyday language for all of us to understand. It's a beautiful gift."
~ Written on 2008-09-06
~ Written on 2008-09-06
"This book is a mystical journey beyond the physical self, past the the idea of thought and even our emotional selves. It brought me to the very core of my existance. I can view existance in a way that I never could before and use this experience as a tool in my everday life to help me experience all facets of life in a powerful and most postive way. I am able to experience even lifes' most extreme curves with extreme happiness, peace, Joy, and vibrancy that I never knew I had access to. Michael A Singer is an excellent teacher and is giving one of life's most powerful mysteries away for the price of a book. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by reading this book. It is a must have for all who are still searching for the most Powerful Love, Truth, Peace, and Joy that existance has to offer."
~ Written on 2008-08-20
~ Written on 2008-08-20
"I actually enjoyed reading the first half of this book. It is easy to follow, it does have some very compelling insights. The two points I couldn't get past, though, were: 1.He stresses how our thoughts have no impact what-so-ever on our world as we know it. I'm pretty sure we all know that isn't true at all. 2. He later writes an entire chapter on "Being happy no matter what". He states, over and over, that there is nothing that can happen to us that we can't decide to just be happy all the while it's happening. He says this is true enlightenment, but my opinion is that we were given emotions as a gift, and experiencing the highs and lows of life is part of the process of growth. Without sadness as it's opposite, we would have no idea what bliss feels like. I realize many will disagree with me, but I just don't believe numbing myself to life is anything to strive for. I stopped reading the book after this chapter, perhaps I'll pick it up again later-perhaps not."
~ Written on 2008-07-22
~ Written on 2008-07-22
"I've read my share of spiritual guidance; from D.T. Suzuki, right on up through Eckhardt Tolle, and I've also sat before a number of today's popular teachers. There is nothing else like this to be found.
It's the keys to the castle...
an instruction manual detailing the moment by moment experience of the psyche on the path of purification in pursuit of self realization. He is offering the naked truth, the 'nuts and bolts' if you will, of spiritual work and awakening as it has never before been put forth in the English language. It's that simple.
Since the advent of the West's modern embrace of Eastern spirituality there has been speculation on what the mixing of thousands of years old Eastern spiritual understanding, with the Western psyche of present day might yield. Well here it is. A presentation of the essence of spirituality in demystified form, with veils removed. The difference here being this is not an effort to interpret and absorb through language barriers and other obstacles, the mystical insights of foreign cultures, and to then relate a personal impression of this to readers. Such is what we have known heretofore, and some degree of distance and cloudiness is ever-present. This by contrast, is a native to this tongue speaking from personal experience deepened and informed by the insights of this and other cultures.
All vagueness and obscurity are stripped away and the meaning laid bare, leaving us face to face with its ancient message, the core truths of egoic existence, consciousness and freedom. Get this book and be pointed to the truth of yourself like never before.
As a teacher from whom I've learned has said, awakening is awakening, but the gift to transmit to others is a thing unto itself. One does not imply the other. Here is that gift. If spiritual communication can be likened to the sounding of a bell, this one is ringing with the most penetrating clarity. Beyond it lies the implementing, leaving it and all other vehicles aside and stepping through the door or doors for oneself. Thank you Mr. Singer."
~ Written on 2008-07-13
It's the keys to the castle...
an instruction manual detailing the moment by moment experience of the psyche on the path of purification in pursuit of self realization. He is offering the naked truth, the 'nuts and bolts' if you will, of spiritual work and awakening as it has never before been put forth in the English language. It's that simple.
Since the advent of the West's modern embrace of Eastern spirituality there has been speculation on what the mixing of thousands of years old Eastern spiritual understanding, with the Western psyche of present day might yield. Well here it is. A presentation of the essence of spirituality in demystified form, with veils removed. The difference here being this is not an effort to interpret and absorb through language barriers and other obstacles, the mystical insights of foreign cultures, and to then relate a personal impression of this to readers. Such is what we have known heretofore, and some degree of distance and cloudiness is ever-present. This by contrast, is a native to this tongue speaking from personal experience deepened and informed by the insights of this and other cultures.
All vagueness and obscurity are stripped away and the meaning laid bare, leaving us face to face with its ancient message, the core truths of egoic existence, consciousness and freedom. Get this book and be pointed to the truth of yourself like never before.
As a teacher from whom I've learned has said, awakening is awakening, but the gift to transmit to others is a thing unto itself. One does not imply the other. Here is that gift. If spiritual communication can be likened to the sounding of a bell, this one is ringing with the most penetrating clarity. Beyond it lies the implementing, leaving it and all other vehicles aside and stepping through the door or doors for oneself. Thank you Mr. Singer."
~ Written on 2008-07-13
"I gave this book to all of my friends. Singer gives the reader perspective to "let go of the little things" and truly live in the moment. Now to put it into practice..."
~ Written on 2008-07-05
~ Written on 2008-07-05