| The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment | 
 enlarge | Author: Eckhart Tolle
Publisher: New World Library
Category: Book
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Pages: 224
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Dimensions (in): 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.7
ISBN: 1577314808
Dewey Decimal Number: 204.4
EAN: 9781577314806
ASIN: 1577314808
Publication Date: September 29, 2004
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 If you want to be a Finder, instead of a continual Seeker February 6, 2001
9 out of 11 found this review helpful
For those that are ready to quit reading about enlightenment, and are ready to actually experience a taste of it-- this is the book. Instead of dogma, you get actual teachings and tools- that work!-in EXPERIENCING what we all hunger for. Presence, peace, connection to the Divine. As far as 'spiritual books' go, I've read them all, and none give me as many 'aha' moments as The Power of Now. And they continue to come, even as I re-read it time and time again. There is almost a transmission of the state that Tolle speaks of. Buy this book. Buy two, because you will want to share it.
Clear, Intelligent, Gentle February 6, 2001
60 out of 61 found this review helpful
Although I have always felt myself to be vaguely spiritual, I had never bought a book on spirituality before, shunned anything that smacked of religion, and wouldn't be caught dead in the New Age section. However, a friend recommended Tolle's book, and I found myself completely absorbed in it from beginning to end. Tolle himself would probably agree that there is nothing essentially "new" about the ideas in the book; the value lies in the clear, intelligent and gentle way in which they are presented. This book is carefully, thoughtfully and beautifully written. Not only does it illuminate the fundamental, slippery, destructive patterns of the mind or ego which confound one's spiritual and even physical well-being, but it also provides a variety of simple and practical techniques for breaking down and dissolving these various forms of mental pollution. I use Tolle's calming, contemplative techniques every day and throughout the day, and they work wonderfully for me. I've read the book twice so far and have given it to others as a gift. The companion tapes are excellent as well.
The "off" button January 26, 2001
19 out of 26 found this review helpful
I used to wonder, usually when trying to get to sleep, "How do I stop this incessant thinking, this broken record. It's so difficult to do. I'm wasting a lot of energy with these thoughts. I wish there was an `off' button..." Thanks for reminding me that there is no `on' button; that it doesn't have to be this way.I also wanted to mention that I prefer the tapes to the book. Of course one of the reasons is that it takes less effort to just listen to the sound of Eckhart's soothing voice than to read. It's plain animal instinct to make less effort, to save energy, to be "lazy". More significantly, a second reason I prefer the tapes is that when I read the book, I add my own tone to it, which is certainly not accurate in a lot of cases, even after listening to one of the tapes (the first companion tape) previously. The book and tapes do offer much in the way of practical information, such as dropping the ego. Its maintenance is yet another unnecessary heavy burden that we place upon ourselves, not to mention our friends and society. Highly recommended.
The Truth is in the Power of Now December 14, 2000
130 out of 151 found this review helpful
This book is so filled with truth, so powerful, so crystal clear that I was compelled to write this review and share it with other people. THE POWER OF NOW and WORKING ON YOURSELF DOESN'T WORK by Ariel and Shya Kane are the two most powerful and insightful books on self-awareness I've ever had the pleasure to read. Reading both of these books is like working with Zen masters, compassionate spiritual teachers who can free us from the torture that our minds and our judgments inflict on us constantly. I am not exaggerating when I say that THE POWER OF NOW was like a breath of fresh air. Tolle gets right to the point and explains so much about inner peace and how our minds actually work that I found myself wanting to share what he and the Kanes have discovered. If THE POWER OF NOW is the technical manual for reaching fulfillment (because it is mostly explanations about awareness rather than illustrative examples), then WORKING ON YOURSELF DOESN'T WORK is the practical guide with real world examples and insights that describe exactly how satisfaction is possible in everyday life. You'll want both of these books. I've found what I was looking for thanks to these wonderful authors.
Awesome Now! December 11, 2000
10 out of 12 found this review helpful
I found this book very inspiring and deep. I like that in a book. I also like how he gave rest breaks in the reading to reflect. Too many self-help books have no real depth to them. This one makes you think and answers many questions we all ask ourselves at times. I recommend this book for anyone who is ready to be in the "Now". I also recommend "12 Secrets for Manifesting Your Vision, Inspiration and Purpose" by Richard Bellamy. He also describes being "Present Now" very well. Both of these books complement one another.
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