Awareness
a de Mello spirituality conference in his own words
by Anthony De Mello · first published 1990
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A short, light-hearted spiritual read that invites you to question your own views on life. It suits those exploring Eastern philosophy or seeking a gentle introduction to awareness practice.
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De Mello will takes you on a journey with his transcripts of lectures and enlightenment. This is not for the feint of heart. Dedicate time and let go ! This single book will change your life only for the better beyond what you may imagine!! Non denominational, although De Mello was a Jesuit Preist. The catholic church did not agree with the philosophies and had all literature removed! A POWERFUL READ !!! AWARENESS in every sense of the word transcends the norm of societal values to the pure and raw natural beings we truly are. Please see " THE WAY TO LOVE" also by Anthony de Mello!
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on “Ask HN: What book changed your life?” ↗My favorite introspective book is Awareness, By Anthony DeMello[1] It is a small book but it really makes you think about your views on life. [1] https://www.amazon.com/Awareness-Opportunities-Reality-Antho...
on “Ask HN: Which books have made you introspect?” ↗Think some people here can benefit from reading these two: https://www.amazon.com/Awareness-Opportunities-Reality-Antho... https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Be-Disliked-Phenomenon-Happin... Why? They help to rewire your brain and help you detach from a lot of the things and ideas. Not a silver…
on “Perseverance Toward Life Goals Can Fend Off Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorders” ↗Awareness by Anthony De Mello I haven't been the same, in the best way possible, ever since reading it. Anthony was well-read and traveled and his background as an Indian, Jesuit Priest and practicing psychologist…
on “Ask HN: Books for Reevaluation of Life” ↗…After 2.5 years of non-stop insanity and some variant of psychological abuse, it's not only okay to feel how you do, but should be expected. A short read that helped me to realize and accept this is Awareness by Anthony DeMello [1] FWIW: Don't let the world get you down. Look at your desire to consume content as a phase that needs to pass like a thunderstorm and enjoy the rain. [1] https://www.amazon.com/Awareness-Opportunities-Reality-Antho...
on “Ask HN: Are we all burned out?” ↗…What?""" Well it's a good question. But really, you may as well say "Sleep! Wake up tomorrow!", "Then what?". I don't know if there is 'an answer', but you could consider the Buddhist style views (I liked Awareness by Anthony De Mello, Buddhism Plain and Simple by Steve Hagen and The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle. You might say they're a bit new agey or self helpey, but you're contemplating death so it's not like…
on “If most of us won't escape wage slavery, how is humanity still a good idea?” ↗Awareness by Anthony de Mello
on “Ask HN: What books fundamentally changed the way you think about the world?” ↗"Awareness: The Perils and Opportunities of Reality" by Anthony De Mello
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on “Whats a book, philosophy, or idea that helped you make big positive changes?” ↗Awareness by Anthony de Mello
on “Ask HN: What is the most mind expanding book(s) you have read till date?” ↗…you need to pay the price. The price might be 10 years of daily meditation. For a frequently funny and light-hearted approach to this subject I recommend the work of Anthony de Mello. He used the word "Awareness" to label this space an "Wake Up" for the process of getting there.
on “Mindfulness and meditation can worsen depression and anxiety” ↗Every time I check my HN karma count it reminds me of this passage from Awareness by Anthony de Mello: > Most people don't live aware lives. They live mechanical lives, mechanical thoughts - generally somebody else's - mechanical emotions, mechanical actions, mechanical reactions.…
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