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Sex, Drugs and a Buddhist Monk
A stepping stone towards a silent mind.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in a raw, honest, and insightful journey of personal transformation. It explores the contrasts between a life of excess and the search for deeper meaning, making it appealing for those drawn to stories of redemption and spiritual growth. With its blend of humour and introspection, it offers a captivating memoir that delves into overcoming adversity and finding a new path.
This journey is about a trip that became much more than just a story-- but a parable for, and the stepping stone towards a silent mind.
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Sex, Drugs and a Buddhist Monk invites you to delve deep into the realms of self-discovery and spiritual awakening, set against the backdrop of a life once veiled in chaos and disarray.
This memoir by Luke Kennedy is a map guiding you towards introspection and inner transformation. As you journey through his remarkable experiences, you'll find reflections of wisdom and enlightenment that encourage you to expand your consciousness and uncover your true self in all its radiance.
Let Sex, Drugs and a Buddhist Monk inspire your presence on this planet, enabling you to share your unique essence with the world. Whatever stage of life you're in or perspective you resonate with, there is room within this narrative to explore aspects of yourself, be it serious or playful.
As you immerse yourself in this tale, remember that it's your interpretation that brings it to life, infusing its stories with the depth and complexity within you. This simplicity, often described as mystical, lies in genuinely listening to your inner voiceβa skill we've forgotten over time.
Luke Kennedy's memoir is not just a recount of trials and triumphs but a compass pointing back to where you can find your own answers. By reflecting on his journey, you will uncover a space within yourself where clarity reigns, blending the light and shadow with all their profound truths.
Whether you seek spiritual insight or simply a powerful story of transformation, Sex, Drugs and a Buddhist Monk holds the promise of guiding you through its pages into a realm of endless possibilities. Embark on this enlightening path and allow it to mirror your own truth back to you.
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ISBN: 9781922579218
Publisher: Rockpool Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 07 September 2022
Country: Australia
Imprint: Rockpool Publishing
Audience: General / adult
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Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 6.0mm
Height: 9.0mm
Weight: 401g
Pages: 288
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About the Author
Author: Nat Girsberger Β Lives: Brooklyn, New York Swiss Brooklyn-based Artist Nat Girsberger creates art interpreting the unseen, a realm that includes the personal inner world, music and a collective psyche. Nat visually explores profound themes beyond the edge of perception and words and hints that everyone's reality may just look a little different. Her colorful, retro-futuristic collages encourage viewers to connect to their unseen potential and go beyond what they thought was accessible to them. Nat was awarded a visa for extraordinary ability to work in the United States as a visual artist. She creates for clients such as Universal Music Group, Google LLC, Michaels, Amazon, Refinery29, The Discovery Channel, Rockefeller Center and Frequency. New York City exhibitions include the current 3-story installation and show at Showfields, the 2018 solo show 'Close Your Eyes' at the Storefront Project Gallery, later shown at '68 Jay,' and her 2017 solo show 'Transient Terrain' at Ivy Brown Gallery. She's also exhibited in several group shows, at i.e Yale University, Subliminal Projects, Carrie Able Gallery, Wallplay, The Living Gallery and many more. Her work has been reviewed in various media across the globe, including The Rollling Stone, Vogue, Whitehot Magazine, Hyperallergic, Pitchfork, Artreveal, Kolaj, Paper, among various others. In addition to working on commissions, Nat has stepped into the role of curator for venues like Superfine Art Fair and Showfields. Nat graduated Magna Cum Laude from New York University Gallatin visual communication.
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