Overview
Truth waits for eyes unclouded by longing.' Lao-Tzu (poet and philosopher) In this collection of short, contemplative, enlightening reflections, spiritual teacher and Quaker Christopher Goodchild, inspired by his own experiences, guides you through his spiritual and philosophical journey to his truest and most peaceful self. Written from a 'soul' perspective, the book reveals how, by looking beyond vulnerability to see innate strength, and searching beyond pain and turmoil to find peace and serenity, anyone can affirm their true humanity despite the hardships and distractions of modern life. Christopher's compassionate route through difficulties, doubt, grief and fear is marked with dynamic tenderness and an artful embrace of abundant sources of wisdom. Spirituality, psychology and philosophy are seamlessly woven together in an inclusive Quaker context, led by the common values of love and forgiveness. In a world increasingly weighed down with the baggage of the self, this book will speak to anyone searching for a more clear-sighted, meaningful presence in the eternal universe.
Full Product Details
Author: Christopher Goodchild ,
Thomas Moore ,
Julie Lonneman
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Dimensions:
Width: 13.00cm
, Height: 0.90cm
, Length: 19.60cm
Weight: 0.151kg
ISBN: 9781785921223
ISBN 10: 1785921223
Pages: 168
Publication Date: 21 April 2017
Audience:
General/trade
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College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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General
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Tertiary & Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: To order
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Reviews
With a wisdom honed by transformative pain, Christopher Goodchild invites us to suffuse our lives with a spacious consciousness from which to engage with what is. A moving, beautiful and profoundly truthful book. -- Jennifer Kavanagh, author of ‘The World is our Cloister’ and ‘A Little Book of Unknowing’
With a wisdom honed by transformative pain, Christopher Goodchild invites us to suffuse our lives with a spacious consciousness from which to engage with what is. A moving, beautiful and profoundly truthful book. -- Jennifer Kavanagh, author of 'The World is our Cloister' and 'A Little Book of Unknowing'
With a wisdom honed by transformative pain, Christopher Goodchild invites us to suffuse our lives with a spacious consciousness from which to engage with what is. A moving, beautiful and profoundly truthful book. -- Jennifer Kavanagh, author of `The World is our Cloister' and `A Little Book of Unknowing'
Author Information
Christopher Goodchild is a Spiritual teacher and Quaker at the Westminster Meeting. He was diagnosed with high-functioning autism at the age of 40, and is now an Ambassador for the National Autistic Society.
