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Near Enemies of the Truth : Avoid the Pitfalls of a Spiritual Life and Become Radically Free by Christopher Wallis (2023, Hardcover)

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Have You Been Encouraged To Be Your Best Self Or Follow Your Bliss?. Number of Pages: 280. Publication Date: 2023-11-14. Publisher: Wonderwell.

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PublisherGreenleaf Book Group

ISBN-101637560370

ISBN-139781637560372

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Book TitleNear Enemies of the Truth : Avoid the Pitfalls of a Spiritual Life and Become Radically Free

Number of Pages280 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2023

TopicSpirituality, Spiritual, General

GenreReligion, Self-Help

AuthorChristopher Wallis

FormatHardcover

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Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight16.2 Oz

Item Length8.2 in

Item Width5.5 in

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Reviews"Near Enemies of the Truthis like a Zen master''s sword--both uncompromising and kind--and, as such, an invaluable companion to anyone who wishes to be scrupulously honest in their quest to recognize their essential nature and its inherent peace." --Rupert Spira, spiritual teacher, philosopher, and author of You Are the Happiness You Seek "A much-needed book for not just the world of spiritual seekers but for anyone interested in understanding their inner landscapes and arriving at peace and wisdom." --Kavitha Chinnaiyan, MD, award-winning author ofShakti Rising and Glorious Alchemy "Near Enemies of the Truth is a deliciously disruptive inoculation against BS teachings in the world of alternative spirituality. I wish this could be required reading for all ''spiritual teachers''." --Harshada David Wagner, meditation teacher and spiritual coach

Table Of ContentIntroduction Chapter 1: Listen to Your Heart Chapter 2: Become the Best Version of Yourself Chapter 3: Find Your Soul's Purpose Chapter 4: Follow Your Bliss Chapter 5: Speak Your Truth Chapter 6: You Create Your Own Reality Chapter 7: You Can Choose How to Respond Chapter 8: Love Yourself Chapter 9: Be in the Moment Chapter 10: Everything Happens for a Reason Chapter 11: Everything Happens for the Best Chapter 12: Avoid Negative Energy Chapter 13: You Can Heal Your Energy Healing Chapter 14: I Am My Own Guru Chapter 15: All Paths Lead to the Same Goal Chapter 16: Enlightenment Chapter 17: Reality Chapter 18: Nonduality Chapter 19: Ego Chapter 20: Kundalini Chapter 21: God Acknowledgements About the Author Index

SynopsisTantric philosopher and Oxford scholar Christopher Wallis calls out the seemingly helpful spiritual teachings dominating our current culture and demonstrates how these near truths stand in the way of a more radically free and meaningful life--and ultimately, a deeper spiritual awakening. Have you ever been told, "You create your own reality"? Have you been encouraged to "be your best self" or "follow your bliss"? Nowadays these slogans are everywhere, but what if they're doing more harm than good? After over thirty years as a scholar-practitioner of meditation and Tantric philosophy, acclaimed author Christopher Wallis (also known as Hareesh) explores the most widespread distortions of spiritual teachings present in our world today. Rooted in the Asian wisdom traditions, Wallis's book uncovers why these oft-heard platitudes are "near enemies" to the truth, often detour us off the spiritual path, and can even cause unnecessary suffering. In asking us to question what we've accepted as "truth," Wallis reveals how teachings like "become the best version of yourself" may have helped us at one stage in our journey but can ultimately lead us away from self-acceptance and compassion and cause us to prioritize an imagined ideal over true intimacy with reality. Understanding the near enemies is vital for any spiritual seeker who is ready to create a deeper, more fulfilling practice and will help you: Distinguish between truth and belief Communicate more authentically with loved ones Set healthier boundaries Be in greater harmony with reality Practice radical self-acceptance Near Enemies of the Truth offers itself as a guide to the pitfalls of the spiritual life. However, it doesn't focus on the negative. In each chapter, after pointing out how a spiritual teaching can be construed in a non-beneficial way, Wallis focuses on the deeper truth and ancient wisdom underlying that teaching, which is often obscured by its popular bumper-sticker version. Each chapter contains a supportive insight for your spiritual process and/or for your everyday life, including guided meditations and reflections. Written in a gentle and encouraging tone, this book offers a wealth of insight and guidance for anyone who finds themselves struggling, reaching a spiritual plateau, or simply seeking a more meaningful way forward. This timely companion will help you think differently and see through the smokescreens to what is true., Tantric philosopher and Oxford scholar Christopher Wallis calls out the seemingly helpful spiritual teachings dominating our current culture and demonstrates how these near truths stand in the way of a more radically free and meaningful life-and ultimately, a deeper spiritual awakening. Have you ever been told, "You create your own reality"? Have you been encouraged to "be your best self" or "follow your bliss"? Nowadays these slogans are everywhere, but what if they're doing more harm than good? After over thirty years as a scholar-practitioner of meditation and Tantric philosophy, acclaimed author Christopher Wallis (also known as Hareesh) explores the most widespread distortions of spiritual teachings present in our world today. Rooted in the Asian wisdom traditions, Wallis's book uncovers why these oft-heard platitudes are "near enemies" to the truth, often detour us off the spiritual path, and can even cause unnecessary suffering. In asking us to question what we've accepted as "truth," Wallis reveals how teachings like "become the best version of yourself" may have helped us at one stage in our journey but can ultimately lead us away from self-acceptance and compassion and cause us to prioritize an imagined ideal over true intimacy with reality. Understanding the near enemies is vital for any spiritual seeker who is ready to create a deeper, more fulfilling practice and will help you: Distinguish between truth and belief Communicate more authentically with loved ones Set healthier boundaries Be in greater harmony with reality Practice radical self-acceptance Near Enemies of the Truth offers itself as a guide to the pitfalls of the spiritual life. However, it doesn't focus on the negative. In each chapter, after pointing out how a spiritual teaching can be construed in a non-beneficial way, Wallis focuses on the deeper truth and ancient wisdom underlying that teaching, which is often obscured by its popular bumper-sticker version. Each chapter contains a supportive insight for your spiritual process and/or for your everyday life, including guided meditations and reflections. Written in a gentle and encouraging tone, this book offers a wealth of insight and guidance for anyone who finds themselves struggling, reaching a spiritual plateau, or simply seeking a more meaningful way forward. This timely companion will help you think differently and see through the smokescreens to what is true.