Book details
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment
by Eckhart Tolle
1997
About the book
Eckhart Tolle identifies the human ego as a dysfunctional state of consciousness that thrives on constant mental noise. He argues that identity is often mistakenly tied to a stream of repetitive thoughts regarding past trauma or future expectations. To counter this, he introduces the concept of the pain-body, an accumulation of old emotional hurt that feeds on negative thinking. Tolle provides instructions for observing the mind without judgment, allowing individuals to access a state of pure presence or being that exists beneath the intellect.
This guide serves people struggling with chronic anxiety, overthinking, or emotional distress. Readers seek this text to learn how to sever the link between their sense of self and their intrusive thoughts. By practicing the techniques described, a person gains the ability to remain grounded in their immediate surroundings. They walk away with a toolkit for internal stillness, shifting their focus from psychological time toward a direct experience of the current moment.
Details
- Published
- 1997
- ISBN
- 9781577314806
- Language
- EN