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We all have dreams and wishes, goals and ambitions, but all too often we feel as though these desires are forever beyond our reach. But what if this was an illusion? In the audiobook narrated by Peter Berkot, The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself, renowned author Michael Singer makes just that argument: The barriers in life are not external, but internal and self-constructed. By making the inward journey and thoroughly examining our own consciousness, we can unchain our minds from the limitations we ourselves create and realize the serendipity of a free conscience.
Utilizing various Eastern philosophies and meditative traditions, Singer passionately explores the inherent energy that dwells within all of us, and how we can maximize our use of this energy by knowing and controlling its fluctuations. By exploring the depths of our own sub-conscious, Singer shows how the reader can identify and eliminate the negative perceptions that prevent us from reaching our goals. Seemingly anodyne thoughts and actions severely limit our consciousness, Singer writes, and only through eliminating these can we truly achieve mental freedom. A master in the realm of inner space, Singer provides the reader with helpful ways to effectively explore the self, a seemingly daunting task that can be incredibly rewarding if done with the instruction of a master.
A veritable renaissance man, Singer has made major contributions to the fields of business, healthcare, environmental protection, and many more throughout the years. Arguably his most well-known achievement is the creation of the now famous Temple of the Universe in 1975, a yoga and meditation center devoted to the search for inner peace among people of all religious backgrounds. In addition to this book, Singer has authored several philosophical works, including The Search for Truth and Three Essays on Universal Law: Karma, Will, and Love.
"It's a hard book when you are resisting growth. However I live it. Still read it. My must have book at bedside. See his interview with Oprah on OWNTV Super Soul Sunday. Adds to the book. I only wish he had an audio with his reading the book. There are some other audio but not the book. Message to let it go. Let it flow. Love and forgiveness. Detachment. Objective vs. taking things on personally is priceless."
— Tracy (5 out of 5 stars)
Publisher Summary
Who are you? When you start to explore this question, you find out how elusive it really is. Are you a physical body? A collection of experiences and memories? A partner to relationships? Each time you consider these aspects of yourself, you realize that there is much more to you than any of these can define. In The Untethered Soul, spiritual teacher Michael A. Singer explores the question of who we are and arrives at the conclusion that our identity is to be found in our consciousness, the fact of our ability to observe ourselves, and the world around us. By tapping into traditions of meditation and mindfulness, Singer shows how the development of consciousness can enable us all to dwell in the present moment and let go of painful thoughts and memories that keep us from achieving happiness and self-realization.
The Untethered Soul offers a frank and friendly discussion of consciousness and how we can develop it. In part one, Singer examines the notion of self and the inner dialogue we all live with. Part two examines the experience of energy as it flows through us and works to show listeners how to open their hearts to the energy of experience that permeates their lives. Ways to overcome tendencies to close down to the rest of the world are the subject of part three. Enlightenment, the embrace of universal consciousness, is the subject of part four. And finally, in part five, Singer returns to daily life and the pursuit of unconditional happiness. Throughout, the book maintains a light and engaging tone, free from heavy dogma and prescriptive religious references. The easy exercises that figure in each chapter help listeners experience the ideas that Singer presents.
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“Michael A. Singer takes you step-by-step through the process of Gyana, the yoga of the intellect, to the Source. Moreover, he does it with elegant simplicity. Read this book carefully, and you will get more than a glimpse of eternity.”
— Deepak Chopra, New York Times bestselling author -
“In lucid, unadorned prose, Michael A. Singer delivers the essence of the great spiritual teachings of the Ages. Each chapter of The Untethered Soul is an instructive meditation on the binds of the human condition and how each and every knot can be gracefully untied so that our souls may fly. The accuracy and simplicity of this work is a measure of its pure mastery.”
— James O’Dea, past president of the Institute of Noetic Sciences -
“The Untethered Soul is indeed one of the finest treatments of the nature and practice of the conscious use of consciousness that I have ever read…It is the clearest statement I know of who we are and what we face in our emerging humanity.”
— Jean Houston, author of A Mythic Life and Passion for the Possible -
“Deep spirituality is within your reach in this book. In it you will find the mirror to see your unconditional, holy self. If you look for practical spirituality not encumbered by credo and ritual, read this book.”
— Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, coauthor of Jewish with Feeling and From Age-ing to Sage-ing -
Read this book carefully and you will get more than a glimpse of eternity.
— Deepak Chopra
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An iBooks bestseller in Health, Mind & Body
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karen Mifflin, 9/19/2024
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" Always relevant at any point of my life "
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" Narration was average at best. The idea that we should not be subjugated to our thought and that they are just energy is against how we are raised. If the concept of energy is true, it makes for a completely different process for problem solving. "
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" The book talks about a person's inner thoughts that tend to continuously fight with their self-conscious, I can relate to this very much, it is worth a read or to listen to this book "
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" I keep thinking about questions from the book Its quit fun listening "
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" Great book for letting go and letting life. I began with going to a wellness retreat at 13 Hands Rescue. This book was available during my stay. I did not get to finish it but the first few chapters drew me in wanting to know more. I enjoyed this so much I am now onto Singers next book called The Surrender Experiment. I am so excited about the growth I am experiencing. "
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" Great book but the narrator’s voice fluctuates between audible and non audible for my ear ... too much. The tone of his voice is generally too high for my ear... i have to turn the volume up higher than I like. I wish the app had a way to bring more bass into the voice I struggle to hear his words "
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" Interesting concept to separate myself from the critic voice in my head. "
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" one of my very favorite books on living~ "
— Jennifer, 2/16/2014 -
" I truly love this book. I'm reading is slowly and enjoying every page as if it was a precious bible from my maker. :) "
— Diarlen, 2/12/2014 -
" Everyone should read this book! "
— Serena, 2/11/2014 -
" This was a nice book on your own thoughts and how you make yourself feel. I give it only three stars, because it has no self-help guide to the principles it describes. "
— Kirk, 2/9/2014 -
" Give this book to everyone you know. "
— Zara, 2/9/2014 -
" what a load of ....well, you get my meaning... "
— Tanya, 1/22/2014 -
" A must-read book on consciousness and the spiritual journey. Also listen to the author's CD audio on the Untethered Soul. He's quite the jovial, uplifting fellow indeed! "
— Earl, 1/19/2014 -
" Excellent book, great knowledge and insight, now, can I use it?!? "
— Julie, 1/13/2014 -
" Definitely has to be read more than once and practice could take me several lifetimes. "
— Raelynn, 1/4/2014 -
" It was really insightful, if you are looking for a book that will help you find your spirtuality this is a good one "
— Becky, 12/20/2013 -
" Singer addresses an important topic. How do you experience your "Self". The self is the part of you who is aware of the self, the watcher. Meditation is a method to become aware of this "self" and it's connection to the Devine. "
— Nancy, 11/8/2013 -
" I will definitely keep this one and read it again, probably many times. So simply presented yet so profound! Loved it! "
— Cindy, 10/18/2013 -
" Great read! More than meets the eye with these words. "
— Rebecca, 9/29/2013 -
" Quite a wonderful book that gives you much to think about. I am intrigued by the author's idea that an Enlightened person is one who chooses to be happy no matter the circumstances. Happy even if sick, even if thwarted, even if your husband leaves you, even if the worst happens. "
— Marsha, 9/27/2013 -
" Lots of interesting ideas to ponder but very poorly written and repetitious "
— Alison, 9/17/2013 -
" Perhaps the best, most honest and helpful book I have ever read! "
— Lori, 3/14/2013 -
" Amazing book! One of the best books on pulling all the spiritual aspects together. And clear to understand. Highly recommend. "
— Denise, 2/26/2013 -
" There are some good things in this book, for sure. However, in the end, I felt like I had been tricked into reading another testament of God. Not exactly what I was looking for over here in Thailand. "
— Shea, 12/6/2012 -
" very enlightening!! great self-help book. "
— Jessica, 11/3/2012 -
" a little soul searching beyond yourself about your relationioshp with your thoughts and emotions "
— Jane, 10/25/2012 -
" This is a book I will return to read again and again. Highly recommended! "
— Shannon, 7/29/2012 -
" I am currently reading this book for the third time! Each time I read it, I gain a new understanding. This is an incredible book that I will use as my manual for happiness throughout the rest of my life. Thank you to the author! "
— Susan, 6/26/2012 -
" I've read tons of books on this subject and this is the only one that successfully rolls them all together. I recommend! "
— Jason, 6/21/2012 -
" The absolute best book I have ever read on how to end suffering (discontent, dissatisfaction, etc.). Reading it slowly is shifting my consciousness. "
— Jann, 6/11/2012 -
" This book is worth reading and re-reading. I rarely read any non-fiction book from cover to cover but I felt like each page of this book was made of gold. It's a wonderful and thorough invitation to awareness and letting go. "
— Brenden, 1/4/2012
About Michael A. Singer
Michael A. Singer received a master’s degree in economics from the University of Florida in 1971. During his doctoral work, he had a deep inner awakening and went into seclusion to focus on yoga and meditation. In 1975 he founded Temple of the Universe, a now long-established yoga and meditation center where people of any religion or set of beliefs can come together to experience inner peace.
About Peter Berkrot
Peter Berkrot, winner of Audie and Earphones Awards for narration, is a stage, screen, and television actor and acting coach. He has narrated over 450 works that span a range of genres, including fiction, nonfiction, thriller, and children’s titles. His audiobook credits include works of Alan Glynn, Eric Van Lustbader, Nora Roberts and Dean Koontz. In film and television, he appeared in Caddyshack, America’s Most Wanted, and Unsolved Mysteries. He performs in regional and New York theaters and directs the New Voices acting school.