#65
Mentioned in 49 episodes
Awareness
a de Mello spirituality conference in his own words
Book • 1990
In 'Awareness', Anthony de Mello combines Christian spirituality, Buddhist parables, Hindu breathing exercises, and psychological insight to challenge readers to wake up from the go-go-go world of illusion.
The book, composed of short chapters and lectures, encourages readers to become aware of their thoughts, actions, and motivations.
De Mello argues that true happiness and freedom come from dropping illusions and living in the present, free from the constructs of culture, conditioning, and fear.
He emphasizes the need to observe oneself, understand negative feelings, and practice detachment to achieve a more authentic and fulfilling life[1][3][5].
The book, composed of short chapters and lectures, encourages readers to become aware of their thoughts, actions, and motivations.
De Mello argues that true happiness and freedom come from dropping illusions and living in the present, free from the constructs of culture, conditioning, and fear.
He emphasizes the need to observe oneself, understand negative feelings, and practice detachment to achieve a more authentic and fulfilling life[1][3][5].
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Mentioned in 49 episodes
Recommended as a helpful resource for developing awareness and exploring inner demons.
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Recommended by Tim Ferriss as a short, insightful book with a no-nonsense approach to self-awareness.
Tim Ferriss as a short, insightful book with a no-nonsense approach to self-awareness.
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Dan Koe while discussing how different people interpret the same book based on their life experiences.
Dan Koe while discussing how different people interpret the same book based on their life experiences.
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Mentioned by Jackson Dahl , who attributes the concept of being okay with either outcome to DeMello's book.
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Recommended by Dan Koe as a refreshing and humorous series of lectures to help not take life so seriously.
Dan Koe as a refreshing and humorous series of lectures to help not take life so seriously.114 snips
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Recommended by Garrett Hedlund in a New York Times interview.
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