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Life After Death: The Burden of Proof
by Deepak Chopra

From Publishers Weekly
In India death is perceived very differently than in the West, "as a brief stopping point on an endless soul journey," says Chopra in this introduction to life beyond bodily existence. Chopra, a medical doctor and world leader in mind-body medicine as well as author of more than 45 books, now ventures to answer: what happens after we die? For Chopra, death deserves to be called miraculous, a "doorway to a far more important event—the beginning of the afterlife" and a mode of being that "can be as creative as living."

Thich Nhat Hanh always invites us to look deeply, and he does so once again in No Death, No Fear. Recognizing interconnections, Nhat Hanh brings us to beginnings, how they depend on endings, and how they are but temporary manifestations. Everything endures, he says, but in different forms. And this isn't just a palliative to make us feel better for a while--Nhat Hanh's philosophy of Interbeing takes the long view, challenging us to open our eyes to subtle transformations. He shows how extraordinary things happen when we are fully present with others and at peace with ourselves, both of which require openness and deep looking. In his bestselling style of easy prose, compelling anecdotes, and pragmatic advice, Nhat Hanh gradually drains the force out of grief and fear, transforming them into happiness and insightful living. Death doesn't have to be a roadblock, and in No Death, No Fear Thich Nhat Hanh shows us the way around.

John of God: The Brazilian Healer Who's Touched the Lives of Millions

Sometime in 1951 João Teixeira de Faria, age nine, rightly predicted which houses in his aunt's neighborhood would be damaged or destroyed by an impending windstorm. Since then, his abilities have expanded to include the channeling of a number of Entities, or spirits. Two of his followers (from the Casa de Dom Inácio de Loyola, where he makes his home and performs his healings), Cumming and Leffler, began gathering testimonials and "spirit photographs," pictures that they believe capture the essence of the spirits. The result is a combination history–prayer guide–visitors' primer on medium João and his work in South America and throughout the world.

In The Power of Now, Eckhart Tolle effectively teaches how to bring Presence into each moment in a way that will transform your whole life.  You can get these fantastic books in print and I also recommend listening to the author’s voice on the
full-length audio versions, available on CD.  

Purchase A New Earth : Awakening to Your Life's Purpose on Audio CD

A New Earth
by Eckhart Tolle

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Blackberries in the Dreamhouse by Diane Frank

Perfect for a quiet afternoon in front of the fire or an evening in the tub.  The chapters in this poetic novel are short, but each one is so rich with vivid imagery and deep wisdom that you may want to savor the words over time.  You could even use a chapter a day as a starting point for prayer or meditation.  Blackberries chronicles the inner world of a Japanese geisha with the soul of a priestess-artist.  A dear friend recommended this book to me and I have since bought it for several people and shared it with my book club.  I have yet to meet anyone who has not been touched by it.  The novel would make a wonderful gift for many people on your list, but don’t forget to get one for yourself.  ~KVS

Esther Hicks channels a collective group of evolved souls that call themselves Abraham.  I'm not one of those people who recommends channeled material just because it's channeled (first you have to ask yourself if the channeler is for real; then you are faced with the dilemma of discerning how to know if the channeled material is worthwhile.  After all, being discarnate doesn't necessarily make one wise or benign).  That said, I find the advice of Abraham to be consistently reasonable, sensible and compassionate.  Abraham's teachings focus primarily on the Law of Attraction.  If you are ready to take responsibility for your life and begin at least experimenting with the principles of attraction, this is a worthwhile read. ~KVS

The cards are a lovely accompaniment to the book--a tool to help you play with the principles of synchronicity and attraction in your daily life. ~KVS

This now classic memoir of an woman’s unexpected transformational journey from traditional Christianity to feminine spirituality has brought questions, clarity and deep wisdom to many, many women.  As Sue Monk Kidd’s story demonstrates, “the Truth may set you free, but first it will shatter the safe, sweet way you live.”  ~KVS

The Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley

Step into the ancient legends of King Arthur’s Camelot—but this time through the eyes of the powerful women who shaped that world.  Bradley’s magnificent story is not just a chronicle of the war between the Saxons and the Britons, but the struggle between Druid and Christian views of reality.  The first time I read this book I plunged through its nearly 500 pages in just a few days (obviously I did little else).  I lived through the characters, in turns exhilarated, shocked, delighted, empowered, frightened, dismayed, angry and sorrowful.  By the time I finished I was exhausted and yet somehow at peace.  I have since read it again at least 20 times, and with each read I find some new wisdom.  ~KVS

We will be writing a lot more about Ecknath Easwaran in our January/Meditation edition of Finds for Seekers.  In the meanwhile, I would be remiss to leave him out of a list of life-changing authors, for I know of no one whose teachings are simultaneously so accessible and so sublime.  Ecknath Easwaran was born and raised in India.  While his religious background was Hindu, he was also steeped in the Christian Religious tradition of his English school.  A contemporary of Ghandi's, Easwaran was profoundly influenced by Ghandi's ability to live peace.  Easwaran came to the United States as a young man and he taught the first accredited Meditation course here, at Berkley University.  He founded the Blue Mountain Center of Meditation in California and his work continues through the center and through the many books he published and the students whose lives his work transformed.  Words to Live By is a collection of inspirational passages from many religious traditions with short, practical, inspiring commentaries by Easwaran.  It is a wonderful daily meditation tool as well as a perfect introduction to Easwaran's writings. ~KVS

It is difficult to select just a couple of books from among the many that Deepak Chopra has published, so I picked the ones whose concepts have been most active in my life over the last several years.  Dr. Chopra is an M.D. and I appreciate the way he combines his western medical training with both his Indian cosmology and quantum physics.

Creating Affluence is an A-Z guide for creating joyful abundant life you want to have and sharing that joy and abundance with others.  My father was so impressed with Creating Affluence that he bought over 50 copies and gave them away. ~KVS

72 Names of God Cards by Yehudah Berg

Kabbalists teach that there are 72 names of God, each with their own specific and unique healing properties.  The 72 names are Hebrew/Aramaic letter combinations that carry healing frequencies.  Each of the cards displays one of the names of God and explains its power.  I had been working with the Miracle Making symbol from this deck for a few days when I found out about the healer John of God in Brazil--I believe that the symbol helped me focus my prayers and intentions to lead us to what my daughter Bridget needed for her healing.  I am far from an expert on Kabbalah but I found these cards to be accessible and easy to use immediately.  ~KVS