The Power of Now

The Power of Now

Ekhart Tolle’s message is simple: living in the now is the truest path to happiness and enlightenment. And while this message may not seem stunningly original or fresh, Tolle’s clear writing, supportive voice, and enthusiasm make this an excellent manual for anyone who’s ever wondered what exactly “living in the now” means. Foremost, Tolle is a world-class teacher, able to explain complicated concepts in concrete language. More importantly, within a chapter of reading this book, readers are already holding the world in a different container–more conscious of how thoughts and emotions get in the way of their ability to live in genuine peace and happiness.

Tolle packs a lot of information and inspirational ideas into The Power of Now. (Topics include the source of Chi, enlightened relationships, creative use of the mind, impermanence, and the cycle of life.) Thankfully, he’s added markers that symbolize “break time.” This is when readers should close the book and mull over what they just read. As a result, The Power of Now reads like the highly acclaimed A Course in Miracles–a spiritual guidebook that has the potential to inspire just as many study groups and change just as many lives for the better. –Gail Hudson

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Not the greatest book for the concept
I have read many books based on the theory of ‘now’. This one by Mr. Tolle is decent, but in my opinion, not the best book on the subject. He lays more of an outline and tells more of a personal story which some people might actually find helpful. To me, the concept of ‘now’ is a more personal journey that you need to find for yourself. Following an outline will not get you there alone. Overall this book says plenty of things that have all been said before, just in a different way. It is worth a read.

5 Stars Positively Profound
This book, to put it simply, is changing my life. I am so glad that Eckhart Tolle wrote this book because it has the potential to change so many people for the better. It is written in plain English, in simple terms and every sentence is profound. You cannot read this book without reflecting on your own life and acknowledging where changes need to be made. Every person I know who has read this book feels the same way. It really is an amazing book. It is very deep and makes you think, so it can be slow reading at times, but is WELL worth the time if you have the patience and dedication to improving your life. Really teaches you how to be fully aware and how to make the most out of every single day. Nothing from your past can influence you RIGHT NOW unless you allow it. Not only does this book show you how to create a positive future, but it also helps you (if you will) make peace with your past. I cannot recommend this book more highly. Hands down, the most influential book I have ever read.

5 Stars One simple idea that changed my life forever
Although this book has been out quite some time now, I decided to post a review because I am today appreciating the effect that some of the concepts in this book have had on my life, literally every day, since I encountered them. And I believe I have been a better person (certainly happier) for them.

All of us have pivotal moments in our lives, an event, an interaction; something that occurs and we are forever changed. Whether for better or worse, the momentus impact of such events carry incredible power. One of those moments occured for me with this terrific book, The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle. I can remember everything about the moment. I had driven to Texas to help my daughter move back to TCU for the up-coming semester. Its a long drive (9 hours) and I knew I’d need to entertain myself on the way back, so I bought this book in audio form. At this time of my life, I was struggling with a number of difficult things, and holding onto an enormous amount of resentment and anger. As I traveled the Texas countryside, deftly avoiding hitting armadillos, I began to be captivated by the words being delivered by this man with, to my ear, a kinda funky accent. And then he starting talking about the concept that struck me so powerfully I literally had to pull off the road and just listen and absorb. Eckhart was discussing his notion that much of the time we are ‘asleep’, reacting out of habit to the events and people. He talked about being angry at people when they are carrying out their mindless programming is as silly as being mad at an insane person. They are simply unaware. This was a life-altering moment for me, I shed an incredible burden of weight of anger and resentment, it happened so fast as my own eyes were opened. And I have been grateful ever since. The awareness evoked by the ideas in this book are incredible and timeless.

4 Stars Powerful book
This book presents a new way of seeing oneself and the thought process of the human mind. This book let me realize I was not alone when it came to the negative voices in my head and that Im not alone in being able to change my views on that negativity. A must read for anyone looking for a better way to view the world and themselves.

5 Stars The Tap On The Should I Needed
I’ve read through several of the reviews here(both negative and positive), and I am no expert when it comes to religion, spirituality and the like. I came to a crossroads in my life where all I cried out for was “Truth” and out of the blue I come across this book in the strangest way. I had no idea who Tolle was, nor did I know anything about Zen or Eastern Philosophy to make a comparison…hell, I don’t even watch TV..much less Oprah..but the contents of the book shook me to my core and I have never known the peace that I know now.

I know many of you are saying “but there is nothing new here!” but that’s NOT the point. The many religions and doctrines of the world have twisted the truth and made “God” into an image that fits our lifestyles. You know the truth when you hear it(read it)and in my opinion this book speaks volumes of truth.

Nevermind the man. It’s the content of the message that is important to me. I highly recommend this book. Thanks to this book, my life has completely changed for the better and there’s no looking back now.

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