{"product_id":"book-of-awakening","title":"Book of Awakening","description":"\u003cp\u003eBook of Awakening 20th Anniversary Edition: Having the Life You Want by Being Present to the Life You Have by Mark Nepo, with a foreword by Jamie Lee Curtis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA new edition of the #1 NYT’s bestseller by Mark Nepo, who has been called “one of the finest spiritual guides of our time” and “a consummate storyteller.”\u003c\/b\u003e Philosopher-poet and cancer survivor Mark Nepo opens a new season of freedom and joy―an escape from deadening, asleep-at-the-wheel sameness―that is both profound and clarifying. His spiritual daybook is a summons to reclaim aliveness, liberate the self, take each day one at a time, and savor the beauty offered by life's unfolding. Reading his poetic prose is like being given second sight, exposing the reader to life's multiple dimensions, each one drawn with awe and affection. \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Awakening\u003c\/i\u003e is the result of Nepo’s soul's journey and will inspire others to embark on their own. He speaks of spirit and friendship, urging readers to stay vital and in love with this life, no matter the hardships. Encompassing many traditions and voices, Nepo's words offer insight on pain, wonder, and love. Each entry is accompanied by an exercise that will surprise and delight the reader in its mind-waking ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-section a-spacing-small a-padding-small\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e“There was one book that transformed my life and that book is \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Awakening\u003c\/i\u003e by Mark Nepo. The river of life is wide and the journey we make together is made so much more beautiful, important, and moving when our lives are linked by this book.” ―\u003cb\u003eJamie Lee Curtis\u003c\/b\u003e, from the Foreword\u003c\/div\u003e\n-- Jamie Lee Curtis\n\u003cdiv\u003e“Mark Nepo has written a beautiful book about life, informed by the shadows of death. I’ve been blessed and humbled by reading his words.” —\u003cb\u003eMarianne Williamson\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n-- Marianne Williamson\n\u003cdiv\u003e“Mark Nepo is a true poetic empath, taking us on a 365 day-by-day journey. And no matter what day, or whatever you’re going through—like magic—you will find his words will speak to your exact situation, which at that moment instills in the reader an instant feeling of lightness, solace, warmth, and understanding. Pick this book up, again and again and again, and it will do the same for you.” —\u003cb\u003eSteven Tyler\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n-- Steven Tyler\n\u003cdiv\u003e“Mark Nepo is one of the finest spiritual guides of our time, and \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Awakening\u003c\/i\u003e is one of the finest fruits of his spirit. His poetic gift shows through on every page, and his own courageous journey from near-death to new life breathes truth into every word he writes. This book is a gift of love. Open the gift—and open yourself to it—and you, like I, will be filled with gratitude and graced with renewal.” —\u003cb\u003eParker Palmer\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eOn the Brink of Everything\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLet Your Life Speak\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n-- Parker Palmer\n\u003cdiv\u003e“Mark Nepo’s writing creates echoes in our hearts of what is true and of what we most cherish. Keep \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Awakening\u003c\/i\u003e close by, and dip in whenever you want to nourish your spirit.”—\u003cb\u003eTara Brach\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eRadical Acceptance\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eRadical Compassion\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n-- Tara Brach\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-section a-spacing-small a-padding-small\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMark Nepo\u003c\/b\u003e has moved and inspired readers and seekers all over the world with his #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Awakening.\u003c\/i\u003e Beloved as a poet, teacher, and storyteller, he’s been called “one of the finest spiritual guides of our time,” “a consummate storyteller,” and “an eloquent spiritual teacher.” His work is widely accessible and his books have been translated into more than twenty languages. He has published twenty-two books and recorded fifteen audio projects. In 2015 he was given a Life-Achievement Award by AgeNation. In 2016 he was named by \u003ci\u003eWatkins: Mind Body Spirit\u003c\/i\u003e as one of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People, and was also chosen as one of OWN’s SuperSoul 100, a group of inspired leaders using their gifts and voices to elevate humanity. In 2017 Mark became a regular columnist for \u003ci\u003eSpirituality \u0026amp; Health Magazine.\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Red Wheel\/Weiser LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55040167248163,"sku":"9781590035009","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/2320\/7459\/files\/16b97e08-Book-Of-Awakening.png?v=1781195709","url":"https:\/\/thecrystalgarden.com\/products\/book-of-awakening","provider":"The Crystal Garden, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}