Living Simply Through the Day: Spiritual Survival in a Complex Age

by Tilden Edwards

Addressing himself to our anxiety-ridden culture, Tilden Edwards reaches out to people from all traditions. He recounts the odyssey of his own spiritual growth and offers practical round-the-clock suggestions to help each of us live always in prayer and simplicity.

Genres: Spirituality

225 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1985

Reviews

[Carole Thompson]

I haven't read this book in a long time, but I felt living through the corona virus era, that I might find some good pointers to keep me from feeling "down" over this reoccurring illness that has so changed our lives. It's still going to be a long time before the vaccine is given to millions of people, so we must continue to wash hands, wear a mask, and keep socially distant. All of Tilden Edwards' suggestions for living simply daily are easy to follow if you are committed to be being "present" to life as it is. No more and no less. Breathing, praying, playing, and serving others are just some of the ways to stay committed to keep spiritual alive.
8/4/2026 - Thankfully, we are past the corona virus era, although the virus has not gone away. There is still turmoil and conflict surrounding our country and world as we still need to reach out and listen to each other, pray for each other, and find simplicity in living "now" and breathing "now".

[Whitney]

2.5 Stars. Not exactly what I was expecting, but some good and interesting suggestions

[Lynn]

I am rereading this book that I read about 10 years ago. Great reminders of being attentive to the moment, working toward a more simple lifestyle, and having gratitude for everything that happens during the day.

[Jill]

This book provided a good overview of how to live with more mindfulness in an alotted 24-hour span. I enjoyed the authors' introductory remarks about his spiritual explorations in California; I would have enjoyed reading more about that period, although it was parenthetical to the books' thrust.