The Big Questions of Life
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Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional. Loss is unavoidable; grief isn't. Death is certain. And life? Well, life isn't certain. Its uncertainty, unpredictability, even its irrationality, make it what it is. Often, we run blindly into fire, we step on snakes, we get entangled in snares -- these are the fires of desire, the snakes of attachment, and the snares of jealousy and covetousness. If we are bitten, burnt and hurt, we call it suffering, and believe it to be the way of life, when, in fact, we are mistaking our pain for our suffering. We have little control over the former but the latter is almost entirely in our hands. We can take things in our stride or be tossed on the tide. All it takes is to be able to open our eyes. This choice, we must remember, is ours; always.Om Swami's new book marks the way to enlightenment through mindful thinking. Review: One of my Favorites - It’s a book of practical tips for daily living interposed with spiritual references and anecdotes to be etched in your memories. I was glued to every chapter as it unfolded 🙏 Review: A Thought-provoking book - I loved the book. Its a very simple read but thought provoking . just like om swami ji's other books its written in simple language with lots of anecdote and stories and yet gives you new perspective towards life. I know I can come back to this book anytime I feel confused or lost.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,188 Reviews |
S**Y
One of my Favorites
It’s a book of practical tips for daily living interposed with spiritual references and anecdotes to be etched in your memories. I was glued to every chapter as it unfolded 🙏
K**R
A Thought-provoking book
I loved the book. Its a very simple read but thought provoking . just like om swami ji's other books its written in simple language with lots of anecdote and stories and yet gives you new perspective towards life. I know I can come back to this book anytime I feel confused or lost.
T**E
Good book
Worth the read. Enjoyed his perspective. We do not agree 100% spiritually but that's okay. Might even read again oneday
D**H
brilliant book and must read by one and all.
Brilliantly written and easy to read and meaningful and entertaining …. Lesson for us all and kids. You are bound to learn what you need most in your life.
M**N
insightful
I enjoyed the flow of this book. It was a fun and easy read while making you question various aspects of life.
R**H
Great Read
If you are looking to learn and grow as a person or simply to try and find yourself, then I recommend this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I enjoyed the way Swami puts the reader through life lessons, using story telling to discuss feelings of suffering, loneliness, and negative emotions to help reflect on what is truly important in life. I think that this book is a wonderful compass if you are trying to improve yourself and your life. I would gladly recommend this book to anyone who is willing to listen and ready to learn.
D**E
sound Advise
Easy to read and full of wisdom on how to live. Really a grouping of stories to illustrate a life full on purpose and understanding.
J**M
What a great read
This book truly makes you look at like differently. It makes you evaluate what is truly meaningful. If you're thinking of getting this book, get it. You won't be disappointed.
A**N
India only copy
I regret to have bought this from Amazon Singapore. The seller has sold me a copy that is for sale only in India. I should have purchased it while I went down to India instead of paying in high SGD
G**A
wonderful
it wonderful and teach you why you have to know and learn and it about how short it live,so enjoy live full and get happy when you don’t really need a chance
A**R
Truely the big Q’s of life are answered here!
Good perspective on how to see life! Simple life, being honest, being responsible, being mindful, going with the flow of life are some of the best practices. So many such good perspectives and gems are found here.
N**I
Always Best
I have read all post of swami, but this great compilation of his post to give answer the big question of life.
A**I
Wow what a read!!
For a 35 year old, I always thought these self help preachy books all talk the same things that we hear from our Indian parents on a daily basis. Never knew there was so so soooo much more to learn. It’s good if you read it as young as possible as it will help you in figuring out life bit by bit early on.
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