Awareness
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Awareness
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Awareness
An inspirational course on the spiritual life focuses on the theme of awareness, discussing the issues of change, suffering, and loss, and explaining how to cope with one's emotions.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionAwareness by Anthony de Mello invites readers on a transformative journey towards self-discovery and enlightenment. Rather than follow the frenetic pace of contemporary life, the book encourages a reconnection with one's authentic self through mindfulness and heightened perception. This captivating exploration is not about learning new doctrines or adopting a different ideology; instead, it's a gentle awakening to truth through clarity and introspection.
De Mello, leveraging his extensive experience in psychiatry and spirituality, dismantles the societal and psychological impediments that suppress our natural state of joy and contentment. Through a compilation of profound insights, anecdotes, and meditative exercises, he challenges the reader to question the conditioned responses and beliefs that dictate our lives. The ultimate objective is to attain a state of deep awareness—an ability to live with open eyes and a receptive heart, freed from the shackles of ego and unnecessary mental clutter.
With a fusion of wit and wisdom, de Mello's narrative provides clarity on how modern civilisation's distractions often lead us away from inner peace. He articulates complex spiritual concepts with eloquence and simplicity, making them accessible for individuals from all walks of life. Awareness is more than a mere book; it is an invitation to pause, reflect, and rediscover the profound beauty of the present moment.
Perfect for those seeking spiritual enrichment or a greater sense of fulfilment, this work serves as a timeless guide to achieving a harmonious balance between the mind and heart, urging us to embrace life in its fullest, most authentic form.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780385249379
Publisher: Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 June 1990
Country: United States
Imprint: Bantam Doubleday Dell
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 131.0mm
Height: 203.0mm
Weight: 164g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Anthony de Mello was a Jesuit Priest known throughout the world for his writings and spiritual conferences. He died suddenly in 1987. Among his many books are Sadhana and The Song of the Bird. J. Francis Stroud, the editor of Awareness, is a Jesuit priest who worked closely with Anthony de Mello.
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