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Realizing the Power of Now: An In-Depth Retreat with Eckhart Tolle
Perhaps you can recall a time when you felt more alive than at any other moment―when you had a sudden recognition of beauty, a feeling of deep contentment, and a sense of connection with life greater than you had ever thought possible. And then, this fleeting moment was gone. What if you could recapture that remarkable opening, and make it a consistent way of living in the world?
Course objectives:
Practice using your inner body as an anchor to the "Now"―realizing the gift of full attention, and cultivating moments of pure awareness through the simple act of noticing.
• Discuss the authentic grace, original innocence, the liberation of laughter, and nature as a bridge to the divine―available to us all.
• Define "awakening", discover how to dissolve your pain-body with the light of consciousness and why creativity and healing can come only from presence.
• Explain why "the teacher" is always within you and how to enter the "Now" through the portal called "allow."
• Describe how to find peace that underlies loss.
• Summarize how to catch your reactive thoughts before they catch you, and how to expand the space between your thoughts for a deeper experience of the "Now."
Throughout Europe and North America, a man named Eckhart Tolle has emerged as a teacher with the unique ability to draw us into the awakened state he calls presence. With Realizing the Power of Now: An In-Depth Retreat with Eckhart Tolle , you have an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the timeless dimension―a place within us that always is and ever will be beyond the turmoil of life, a world of calm beyond words, of joy that has no opposite.
Return to Presence Again and Again
A walk in nature. A personal crisis. A moment of laughter. These can all serve as portals that take us to the depth and wonder of the Now. But how do we access these portals so that we dwell in presence more and more often? With Tolle's guidance, you will discover many simple ways to leave behind the chaos and suffering of the mind-made world, and enter this state of serenity and grace.
On Realizing the Power of Now , Eckhart will show you how to go beyond the endless stream of thoughts, and simply allow whatever is happening to occur; how to use sense perceptions and your inner body to find a peace that exists independent of conditions; and how to see past the "little me" and my story, and find your home in the living Now.
An Extended Retreat with Eckhart Tolle
Since the spiritual transformation that changed his life more than 20 years ago, Eckhart Tolle has replaced the park bench where he gave his first lessons with a chair and microphone, and now helps countless men and women from all walks of life to perceive what it really means to be alive.
Recorded at a momentous five-day retreat led by Eckhart Tolle, here is a special invitation to transcend the finite world of fluctuating thoughts, ambitions, and fears, and touch your true essence: that which has no form, no time, and no name. Spoken simply, with his hallmark warmth, humor, and compassion, here is Eckhart's full presentation of a beautiful way to live that arises through Realizing the Power of Now .
Realizing the Power of Now highlights:
Using your inner body as an anchor to the Now
• The gift of full attention
• Cultivating moments of pure awareness
• The power in the simple act of noticing
• Authentic grace and the original innocence we all possess
• The liberation of laughter
• How to expand the space between your thoughts for a deeper experience of the Now
• Nature as a bridge to the divine
• Why the teacher is always within you
• Reactive thoughts how to catch them before they catch you
• Definition of awakening
• Entering the Now through the portal called "allow"
• Why creativity and healing can come only from presence
• Dissolving your pain-body with the light of consciousness
• How to find the peace that underlies loss
• Separating your life situation from your life
• More than seven hours of personal guidance with the author of The Power of Now
Course objectives:
Practice using your inner body as an anchor to the "Now"―realizing the gift of full attention, and cultivating moments of pure awareness through the simple act of noticing.
• Discuss the authentic grace, original innocence, the liberation of laughter, and nature as a bridge to the divine―available to us all.
• Define "awakening", discover how to dissolve your pain-body with the light of consciousness and why creativity and healing can come only from presence.
• Explain why "the teacher" is always within you and how to enter the "Now" through the portal called "allow."
• Describe how to find peace that underlies loss.
• Summarize how to catch your reactive thoughts before they catch you, and how to expand the space between your thoughts for a deeper experience of the "Now."
Throughout Europe and North America, a man named Eckhart Tolle has emerged as a teacher with the unique ability to draw us into the awakened state he calls presence. With Realizing the Power of Now: An In-Depth Retreat with Eckhart Tolle , you have an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the timeless dimension―a place within us that always is and ever will be beyond the turmoil of life, a world of calm beyond words, of joy that has no opposite.
Return to Presence Again and Again
A walk in nature. A personal crisis. A moment of laughter. These can all serve as portals that take us to the depth and wonder of the Now. But how do we access these portals so that we dwell in presence more and more often? With Tolle's guidance, you will discover many simple ways to leave behind the chaos and suffering of the mind-made world, and enter this state of serenity and grace.
On Realizing the Power of Now , Eckhart will show you how to go beyond the endless stream of thoughts, and simply allow whatever is happening to occur; how to use sense perceptions and your inner body to find a peace that exists independent of conditions; and how to see past the "little me" and my story, and find your home in the living Now.
An Extended Retreat with Eckhart Tolle
Since the spiritual transformation that changed his life more than 20 years ago, Eckhart Tolle has replaced the park bench where he gave his first lessons with a chair and microphone, and now helps countless men and women from all walks of life to perceive what it really means to be alive.
Recorded at a momentous five-day retreat led by Eckhart Tolle, here is a special invitation to transcend the finite world of fluctuating thoughts, ambitions, and fears, and touch your true essence: that which has no form, no time, and no name. Spoken simply, with his hallmark warmth, humor, and compassion, here is Eckhart's full presentation of a beautiful way to live that arises through Realizing the Power of Now .
Realizing the Power of Now highlights:
Using your inner body as an anchor to the Now
• The gift of full attention
• Cultivating moments of pure awareness
• The power in the simple act of noticing
• Authentic grace and the original innocence we all possess
• The liberation of laughter
• How to expand the space between your thoughts for a deeper experience of the Now
• Nature as a bridge to the divine
• Why the teacher is always within you
• Reactive thoughts how to catch them before they catch you
• Definition of awakening
• Entering the Now through the portal called "allow"
• Why creativity and healing can come only from presence
• Dissolving your pain-body with the light of consciousness
• How to find the peace that underlies loss
• Separating your life situation from your life
• More than seven hours of personal guidance with the author of The Power of Now
6 pages, Audio CD
First published April 1, 2003
About the author
Eckhart Tolle
262 books9,826 followersEckhart Tolle is a teacher, author, and entrepreneur. He is a German-born resident of Canada best known as the author of The Power of Now and A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose. Tolle does not identify with any specific religion, but he has been influenced by multiple spiritual works.
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July 23, 2011
I read about half of The Power of Now, and knew there was an enormous amount of wisdom in it, but found it a bit hard going at point. Then I saw this audiobook, and listened to a bit and was hooked. It's generally wonderful, and by far the easiest to 'get' material on mindfulness I've come across. (Not that my experience is that great, admittedly.) Instead of saying how many minutes a day one should sit in this type of position and so on, Tolle gently points out how daft the manner in which we all spend virtually our every waking moment is, and offers an alternative. If I hadn't read the forward to The Power of Now, it might have seemed as if Tolle were laughing at people for being depressed, but knowing that he'd been depressed to the point of being suicidal made all the difference. He's certainly able to laugh at himself, which is a wonderful thing.
One for listening to in bits and pieces over and over.
One for listening to in bits and pieces over and over.
May 26, 2015
A very powerful book focused on practicing mindfulness and learning how to be happy with your life. I read this at a time when I needed it most, and I will remember its lessons for the rest of my life.
Only reason I didn't give it five stars was how it seemed to shift back-and-forth between helpful material and New Age rhetoric. I'm not afraid to admit that sometimes I simply did not understand what the author was trying to convey.
Only reason I didn't give it five stars was how it seemed to shift back-and-forth between helpful material and New Age rhetoric. I'm not afraid to admit that sometimes I simply did not understand what the author was trying to convey.
July 29, 2014
Great audio! Tolle has a voice and a calming presence about him that fits perfectly with his message, which is to completely focus on being present and to live in the moment. The concepts presented here sound simple and easy, but once you take them to heart and try them it can be very difficult. But like with anything worthwhile, time and effort will reap its own reward! Wonderful!
July 14, 2020
Deep dive into why it's so much more empowering to shift from object consciousness living to space consciousness living. To lose the idea, that we have to do, become something, before we can be us.
For some people its their illnesses, that make them free and have the power to awaken them.
One powerful question: what is so important to me, that I give it the power to make me unhappy?
And we don't have to add labels to emotions and feelings, we can just notice them and let them be - it's just energy flowing in our bodies.
For some people its their illnesses, that make them free and have the power to awaken them.
One powerful question: what is so important to me, that I give it the power to make me unhappy?
And we don't have to add labels to emotions and feelings, we can just notice them and let them be - it's just energy flowing in our bodies.
September 7, 2013
These guideposts lead to a very real truth. Eckhart Tolle's message never gets old.
July 9, 2015
The Power of Now is my Eternal Tao...
my all time favorite
my all time favorite
June 3, 2023
"The Power of Now" is a transformative guidebook for anyone seeking to transcend the limitations of the mind and connect with the infinite possibilities of the present moment. Tolle's profound teachings, combined with his gentle guidance, provide a roadmap to inner peace and spiritual awakening.
This book has the potential to bring about a profound shift in perception and lead readers to a life filled with joy, presence, and authenticity. For those yearning to live a more mindful and fulfilling existence, "The Power of Now" is an invaluable companion on the journey of self-discovery.
This book has the potential to bring about a profound shift in perception and lead readers to a life filled with joy, presence, and authenticity. For those yearning to live a more mindful and fulfilling existence, "The Power of Now" is an invaluable companion on the journey of self-discovery.
July 30, 2016
All we have is the present moment, but we are always regretting our past or worrying about our future. I loved this book, because I found out that Ho'oponopono brings us back to the present, moment by moment.
January 2, 2024
Im saying the same as what ive said in my other Power Of Now reviews... they are all very similar books but some are just more bite sized or easier to listen to or read. Don't spend money on all3 unless you are looking to start 'teaching what he's preaching!'
July 9, 2012
Heard this one on cd. Good, if you jive with the vibe. I personally love this.
January 22, 2022
Audiobook review:
Walk through a door and above the door is a sign that says “Allow”. Be in that space, even in the painful moments. “Space” is without thought, it’s between, not a location or event but a non-event—the now. In the now, in space, is awareness and freedom. “Thinking will be there when you need it”, said Mr. Tolle.
That’s my summary of the first 2 chapters—probably the whole book. The objective of the book is apparently to help readers be free from the tyranny of thought and worry—an idea I can get behind!
According to a brief statement, the audiobook was recorded at a retreat live. I get the sense that the print book is a transcription of the retreat sessions.
Mr. Tolle has a methodical way of speaking. He doesn’t say much, but he used a lot of words. His ideas are simple but profound concepts. He’s trying to express a state that is separate from things and words; something that can’t be defined and summarized; it’s impossible to be exact. So it seems to take lots of words to get close. Interestingly, I found that the way he spoke helped me experience a sort of “now”. He helped me to slow down and listen and relax. He even has a sense of humor which the retreat attendees (and I) appreciated.
After 2 partial chapters, I think I got the book and didn’t need to finish. I believe in God so I would add that the true sense of now and awareness is in communion with the capital “G” God (not the universe or myself)—an other that loves me and is healing me and helping me grow to be like Him. However in spite of the differences between the book’s premise and my beliefs, I was able to benefit from what I heard and leave the rest.
Walk through a door and above the door is a sign that says “Allow”. Be in that space, even in the painful moments. “Space” is without thought, it’s between, not a location or event but a non-event—the now. In the now, in space, is awareness and freedom. “Thinking will be there when you need it”, said Mr. Tolle.
That’s my summary of the first 2 chapters—probably the whole book. The objective of the book is apparently to help readers be free from the tyranny of thought and worry—an idea I can get behind!
According to a brief statement, the audiobook was recorded at a retreat live. I get the sense that the print book is a transcription of the retreat sessions.
Mr. Tolle has a methodical way of speaking. He doesn’t say much, but he used a lot of words. His ideas are simple but profound concepts. He’s trying to express a state that is separate from things and words; something that can’t be defined and summarized; it’s impossible to be exact. So it seems to take lots of words to get close. Interestingly, I found that the way he spoke helped me experience a sort of “now”. He helped me to slow down and listen and relax. He even has a sense of humor which the retreat attendees (and I) appreciated.
After 2 partial chapters, I think I got the book and didn’t need to finish. I believe in God so I would add that the true sense of now and awareness is in communion with the capital “G” God (not the universe or myself)—an other that loves me and is healing me and helping me grow to be like Him. However in spite of the differences between the book’s premise and my beliefs, I was able to benefit from what I heard and leave the rest.
February 20, 2023
not for first timers. you are better off reading an eckhart tolle book or two first. this is good for a sort of revision or whenever you are losing it and need another dose of the tolle drug. this doesn't work all that well as an audio book. i'd sooner get it directly from an audio rendering of one of his books. the long silences are okay in a retreat. but not packaged together in an audio book. i know this is contrary to the teaching, but you really do need the essence of it and the long gaps in the audio don't serve you too well in the middle of traffic or a workday situation, when you do need to listen to something to calm those frayed nerves down! and it didn't work for me, all that well. hence.
October 3, 2023
I feel a little bad rating this book at 3 stars - someone more spiritual or accustomed to this kind of material would likely rate it higher. The material is intentionally repetitive, iterating on the idea of presence, and peaks about halfway through during live Q&A. After that Tolle seemed to run out of things to say.
I requested this from the library and it came before Power of Now, but having read A New Earth, I got the gist. This format (Tolle talking to a live audience at a retreat and answering questions) actually worked well for the material and helped me understand him better than when first reading a New Earth.
Regardless of your background or previous exposure to Tolle's work, I think it's worth a try.
I requested this from the library and it came before Power of Now, but having read A New Earth, I got the gist. This format (Tolle talking to a live audience at a retreat and answering questions) actually worked well for the material and helped me understand him better than when first reading a New Earth.
Regardless of your background or previous exposure to Tolle's work, I think it's worth a try.
July 28, 2023
I listened to this book. It's a recording of a Tolle retreat. I have listened to The Power of Now, and was not a fan. I started to listen to a second Tolle book because of all of the recommendations, but just couldn't stick with it. I threw in the Tolle towel, but this popped up on my "Next to Read" list. So, I started.
I liked it a lot more, because I could hear Tolle as a real person, not just a drone reading his words. He interacted. He was spontaneous, and he laughed that strange chimpanzee huff of his. I just wish I was able to see him for this one. Probably won't listen to others, though.
I liked it a lot more, because I could hear Tolle as a real person, not just a drone reading his words. He interacted. He was spontaneous, and he laughed that strange chimpanzee huff of his. I just wish I was able to see him for this one. Probably won't listen to others, though.
July 2, 2023
I listened to the audio book, and at the beginning I did not understand the pauses between the words - give it a chance! Really a great way to live! I continue to read and listen to his books as a guide to diminish my anxiety about the future - which I continue to remind myself is an illusion of many possibilities. I am much more contious of taking care if practical things in the NOW to guide my practical future and spend a lot less time worrying about things I cannot control.
July 20, 2021
Easy to say but hard to practice. The idea every thought is based in ego identity and the Buddhist idea of detaching to drop such draining thoughts.I am still rereading and hoping to practice what so far is a very stressful concept. Written to be absorbed it is repetitive and questionable for practicality for the average American.
October 8, 2018
This is a good introduction to Eckhart Tolle as it provides audio of one of his seminars. It is not as in-depth as his books but still gets into his ideas of space consciousness and being in tune with the inner body instead of consuming the mind with thinking about the past or future.
April 11, 2019
Audio book. Definitely not for listening to in the car! Didn't get far because it did not mesh with my belief system. It's divided into chapters and I may have liked some of them. Presented as a series of chapters from a seminar given by the author. The man has a meditation voice and tone.
July 20, 2019
Classic Eckhart. So great to listen to this book over and over, great encouragement to understand how important it is to live now. now. now.
Not what may be, or what was...as then we live in our minds. The freedom of living in this moment is glorious!
Not what may be, or what was...as then we live in our minds. The freedom of living in this moment is glorious!
February 8, 2020
Powerful examples by the author make his original book that much stronger. Well worth listening to his thoughts on different problem topics, how they can be approached and what can be learned from the experience.
May 31, 2018
every word this man speaks is magic... This book is from a retreat in Vancouver.
July 21, 2018
This audio book came to me right when I needed it after several months of anxiety.
July 26, 2018
Very wordy and repetitive. Perhaps I wasn't in the mood...show me the condensed version!
May 2, 2019
I found this book a little odd. I just didn’t get it but maybe it’s just me. Yes calming voice and good audio but i think it must have gone over my head!
August 17, 2019
I listened to the audio book and I could not finish it because the individual doing the voice was creepy in his presentation and I felt like Charles Mason was telling how to meditate.
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December 28, 2019
Yet another book on mindfulness blended with new age spirituality.
February 12, 2020
Life changing!! Reading again.
February 20, 2020
Abandoned on page 40.
June 19, 2020
If you like his teachings, you will like this book. Start with the power of now, if you are not familiar with his philosophy.
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