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From:Eckhart Tolle , Penguin ,
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1 of 2 customers found the following review helpful:
 Some good - some questionable, 2008-09-29
I have been attracted to Tolle previously because he has such a clear way to express his opinions and experiences.
I had a problem with this book, especially during the Oprah class broadcast. In this book and over and again in the class, it was emphasized, that "it can only awaken those who are ready." Several times people were told they "weren't ready".
But who said Tolle was THE messenger? There are numerous messengers delivering the message of enlightment, life purpose, awakening and all that. So maybe Tolle just isn't the messenger for everyone.
I've mentioned this to many people and I get different reactions from, "yea, that bothers me too", to "you're just not ready, Amy".
For the most part, the information is a compelation of spiritual teachings of many religions, and it's meshed with his personal experience and attitude.
Good for him that he says he no longer has an ego, however, based on some of his writing in this book, it seems that is just his interpetation.
I appreciate his presentation of informaiton, and food for thought, but he could have left out the judgement at the beginning of his book. I am not ready for his opinion on my readiness.
1 of 1 customers found the following review helpful:
stick with it, 2008-09-29
I found the book a bit heavy going at the start but give it time. It is a great read and something to recomend to people.
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 A Book to be Read Slowly and Savored, 2008-09-24
This book goes where few books go in terms of both depth of thought and spiritual insight.
Aiuthor Eckart Tolle provides thoughtful perspective on the ultimate questions about life. The book describes how to connect with your true conscious, or essentially God, by rising above the stream of thoughts that occupy our minds.
I read the book very slowly. Usually I just read one section, 1-2 pages a day, so I could reflect on what was said.
On the negative side, I felt that the book spent too much time covering the ego, and its negative aspects. I felt it got a little repetitive.
However, there are so many brilliant nuggets in the book, that it's easy to overlook this minor flaw.
As I flip through the book and revisit some of the parts I underlined, some of the best quotes include:
-heaven is not a location but refers to the inner realm of consciousness
-everything is not only connected with everything else, but also with the Source of all life out of which it came
-medical treatment is the third-leading cause of death
-not what you do but how you do what you do determines whether you are fulfilling your destiny
-make sure your vision or goal is not an inflated image of yourself and therefore a concealed form of ego, such as wanting to be a movie star, a famous writer, or a wealthy entrepreneur. Instead see your self inspiring countless people with your work and enriching their lives. (Yikes! As a writer that one hit home with me.)
Living in the present is a key component of Tolle's philosophy. As Indian spiritual teacher J. Krishnamurti said "This is my secret, I don't mind what happens." He was in alignment with the present moment no matter what it was.
Overall, if you are looking for answers to the big questions in life, or just some really good food for thought, this book is well worth reading.
Other recommended reading:
Create Your Own Reality - The Ancient Wisdom
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A New Earth is from creating a new perspective (even rehashed), 2008-09-24
Read the book and you tell me what you think. The proof is in the reading but more so the acts of doing what is called for to reach the presence that is within you. Yes, like Einstein has been quoted as saying
"Great spirits have often encountered violent opposition from weak minds."
I am referring of course to Richard Abane's book opposing Tolle's as new age. Funny though Hindu and Buddhist thought have been around a long time. Teachers of all faiths with great merit have come forward to expound the wisdom and life of the texts they study.
Perhaps those who dislike the idea of people reading this book should let us who enjoyed and believe this book go on our merry way to Hell. The "God" I serve does not punish the seeker for his desire for "God's" companionship regardless of the avenue taken. But reading this book is not the answer. Acting on the book is the answer. Like the teacher's finger who points toward the moon. The teacher is not the point, nor is it his finger, the moon is the point. This mind has been starving for insight and in reading this book I know Tolle is right. I feel it inside, I don't have to think. The Presence in me, the Holy Spirit knows the truth when it is presented. To disregard the truths that are in this book is like denying the Holy Spirit. The ego wants to win the race first by itself. The Presence wants everyone to win. "God" wants all to be saved-not just Christians, Jews, Muslims, etc. but everyone.
If you have ever read All Truth is God's Truth by Arthur Holmes you will not fret about reading and accepting this book as the truth too.
Spirituality for introverted, depressed and childless people, 2008-09-23
Although Tolle put his finger on something important, namely that our ego has too much influence over our lives, he pushes this to an extreme where our ego becomes our worst enemy.
Living an egoless awaken life may be an interesting goal for an introverted childless man battling depression, as Tolle admitted he was, but it is not realistic for a parent with three children.
Read the Book of Secrets by Deepak Chopra instead. With Chopra, spirituality is not a quick fix to all personal and global problems but a layered process where you don't have to wage a holy war within yourself to deny a fundamental part of who you are, your ego.
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