The Book of Awakening: Having the Life You Want by Being Present in the Life You Have - Hardcover

"A year's supply of inspiration every day and the perfect gift for yourself and your friends." --Oprah Winfrey--Oprah Winfrey

"Mark Nepo's writing creates echoes in our hearts of what is true and of what we most cherish. Keep The Book of Awakening close by, and dip in whenever you want to nourish your spirit."--Tara Brach, author of Radical Acceptance and Radical Compassion--Tara Brach

"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." --Steven Tyler of Aerosmith and American Idol--Steven Tyler

"Mark Nepo is an astonishing poet and teacher. He generously comforts us while guiding us toward the deep, quiet river of wisdom that saturates each and every day of our lives. Mark is a loving, devoted companion who helps us feel and see and listen to a breathtaking beauty that is alive and vibrant, deeper than language. He gently and patiently leads us beside still waters; wherever we follow him, we discover we have been blessed." --Wayne Muller, from the Foreword, author of Sabbath and How, Then, Shall We Live?--Wayne Muller

Offers the author's insights into friendship, love, and survival in this guide to awakening to the joy of life.