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The Journey of the Unknown Path
Life is an unknown, mysterious journey that offers us diverse experiences. These experiences mold our personalities and our outlook to life. In the course of life, our experiences can be good or bad. While good experiences give us a sense of comfort, it is the ‘bad’ experiences that truly teach us truths about life. Some of us become strong after facing such ‘bad’ experiences while others simply give up.
The author has beautifully described Rama’s journey through a dark, unknown forest and Michel’s journey through a dark, unknown tunnel. What does Rama learn from his journey? How does he deal with his experiences? What about Michel? The Journey of the Unknown Path narrates their fascinating experiences.
“You will be given what you need at the right time on your journey without you knowing about it...”
The author has beautifully described Rama’s journey through a dark, unknown forest and Michel’s journey through a dark, unknown tunnel. What does Rama learn from his journey? How does he deal with his experiences? What about Michel? The Journey of the Unknown Path narrates their fascinating experiences.
“You will be given what you need at the right time on your journey without you knowing about it...”
54 pages, Paperback
First published September 17, 2011
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About the author
Manhardeep Singh Ahluwalia
17 books36 followersManhardeep Singh is an acclaimed author and graphologist based in Chandigarh, India. With a passion for self-help literature, he has penned the bestselling book 12 Laws of the Universe, alongside other notable titles in his 12 Laws Series, including 12 Laws of Life, 12 Laws of Karma, and 12 Laws of Being Human.
Manhardeep's writing is characterized by its insightful exploration of universal principles that guide personal growth and transformation. He believes in empowering readers to unlock their potential through understanding the laws that govern their lives.
In addition to his books, Manhardeep shares his knowledge and insights through his engaging blogs at www.manhardeep.com. His dedication to research and innovation in the field of self-help continues to inspire many on their journey towards self-discovery.
Manhardeep's writing is characterized by its insightful exploration of universal principles that guide personal growth and transformation. He believes in empowering readers to unlock their potential through understanding the laws that govern their lives.
In addition to his books, Manhardeep shares his knowledge and insights through his engaging blogs at www.manhardeep.com. His dedication to research and innovation in the field of self-help continues to inspire many on their journey towards self-discovery.
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March 19, 2012
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I read this short story on March 18, 2012. I rate it 3 stars.
Firstly, I congratulate the author by the wise teachings he tried to convey, appealing always to the positive side of things. I enjoyed the story, although I thought the author notes in the text were a little strange. I think they were there to reinforce his message, so that nothing was lost or misunderstood. Eventually I got used to them.
While reading this story, I couldn’t help thinking that the famous book "The Secret" (that we heard so much about) may be like this, although without the "colored" part related to the characters. I guess I’ll have to read it to find out, lol! I have to add it to my list.
As a rule, usually I’m not very fond of short stories. But if it were up to me, I’d shortened this even more, because I was sleepy when I finished. I understand the parallels that the author wants to point with the two phases of the tale, but if he had stick to the first, the meaning would not be lost.
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Li este conto a 18 de Março de 2012. Dou-lhe 3 estrelas.
Em primeiro lugar, congratulo o autor pelos sábios ensinamentos que tentou transmitir, apelando sempre ao lado positivo das coisas. Gostei da história, embora tenha achado as notas do autor no meio do texto um pouco estranhas. Creio que serviam para reforçar a sua mensagem, para que nada se perdesse nem houvesse mal-entendidos. Acabei por me acostumar a elas.
Ao ler este conto, não pude deixar de pensar que o conhecido livro “O Segredo” (de que tanto se ouve falar) talvez seja assim, embora sem a parte “colorida” relacionada com as personagens. Só descobrirei se o ler, lol! Vou ter que o adicionar à minha lista.
Por norma, não costumo gostar muito de histórias curtas, mas se dependesse de mim, encurtava esta ainda mais, pois senti-me ensonada quando terminei. Compreendo o paralelismo que o autor pretende apontar com as duas fases do conto, mas se se tivesse ficado pela primeira, o sentido não se perderia.
I read this short story on March 18, 2012. I rate it 3 stars.
Firstly, I congratulate the author by the wise teachings he tried to convey, appealing always to the positive side of things. I enjoyed the story, although I thought the author notes in the text were a little strange. I think they were there to reinforce his message, so that nothing was lost or misunderstood. Eventually I got used to them.
While reading this story, I couldn’t help thinking that the famous book "The Secret" (that we heard so much about) may be like this, although without the "colored" part related to the characters. I guess I’ll have to read it to find out, lol! I have to add it to my list.
As a rule, usually I’m not very fond of short stories. But if it were up to me, I’d shortened this even more, because I was sleepy when I finished. I understand the parallels that the author wants to point with the two phases of the tale, but if he had stick to the first, the meaning would not be lost.
CRÍTICA
Li este conto a 18 de Março de 2012. Dou-lhe 3 estrelas.
Em primeiro lugar, congratulo o autor pelos sábios ensinamentos que tentou transmitir, apelando sempre ao lado positivo das coisas. Gostei da história, embora tenha achado as notas do autor no meio do texto um pouco estranhas. Creio que serviam para reforçar a sua mensagem, para que nada se perdesse nem houvesse mal-entendidos. Acabei por me acostumar a elas.
Ao ler este conto, não pude deixar de pensar que o conhecido livro “O Segredo” (de que tanto se ouve falar) talvez seja assim, embora sem a parte “colorida” relacionada com as personagens. Só descobrirei se o ler, lol! Vou ter que o adicionar à minha lista.
Por norma, não costumo gostar muito de histórias curtas, mas se dependesse de mim, encurtava esta ainda mais, pois senti-me ensonada quando terminei. Compreendo o paralelismo que o autor pretende apontar com as duas fases do conto, mas se se tivesse ficado pela primeira, o sentido não se perderia.
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October 29, 2011One book, two lives, two different times, two different paths, but the message- the same.
Author!
Reading ‘The Journey of the unknown path’ long after it fell into my hands, I realised one important thing. No two people are similar, no two paths are similar- you and I may enter into the same college, same course and why, we both may want to win the Booker. But our paths will be different, our way of walking will differ, but nature’s course will be the same. God will be the same. The forces trying to get us there or pushing us to a different path are the same…..
I’ll dare you to do this- Don’t read the section about the author, don’t even look at his face, read the book and try guessing the age of the author! 85, 70 max will be your guess. But no, this man is us, our age!
Now getting to the book- How many of us like reading fiction? Many, not many. Non-fiction? Many, not many. But here, Manhar has given us a book which combines pure story-telling with the value factor of a non-fiction. The book is structured in a way that you go through the story, you are so engrossed in where it is taking you and all of a sudden Manhar puts a bolder version of the text and says, “Author Notes” and gives a different meaning to the story you are reading.
A tale of two people- Rama, Michel. Rama of olden days, a rebel, running away from the family, coursing through a forest, treading upon a diary. Not your ordinary diary! Michel, lost in a tunnel, trying to find a way and again the diary. The diary, here to me resembled God. Its caressing tone, ‘Child…’ it begins. Isn’t that how God sees us? As a child? But God doesn’t want to give us all the answers. ‘Child, cooperation must be earned, never demanded’ one of the retorts of the diary when Michel wants it to cooperate and help him get out. Yes, God will not cooperate with our whims and fancies. He will want you to cooperate with His plans. Your future is laid out for you, all you have to do is cooperate! Does Rama come back to his village, settle to the level of his people? Or will he set forth a new path? Does our Michel find his way out? Who helps him?
Personally, I loved the part where Michel sees how life looks at him, how the future is. Michel does get what he wants. Putting myself in Michel’s shoes, I realise at that point, the point of exit from the tunnel, the place where he was didn’t matter as much as the course that he had taken to reach that place. Often we forget how we got where we are, who brought us here. This reminds me of a song, ‘The Climb’ by Miley Cyrus. Ultimately it is the climb that matters. Rama is a common man. There are many Rama’s amongst us. With so much chagrin, we rebel at anything and everything, but we have little in us to reform. Rama found a guide. Will we? Do we even realise that we need a guide?
Manhardeep Singh Ahluwalia, a philosopher in the making, presents a book so crisp, so well written and very authoritative. He believes in what he says and you close the book feeling, he means every word and at some point of time in his life, he has been through a tunnel and found a guide. Just 52 pages, but words for life. And unlike certain books, this one doesn’t leave you wanting more, cause it has given you just enough.
Fav of the Author’s notes: When you are left with no choice but one, trust God and go for it because we really don’t know what God has in His mind for us.
But one thing I disagree with- a woman is not like a tea bag! She is strong no matter what, hot water or not!! And its not just a woman, the man too!
‘May you live long’
Author!
Reading ‘The Journey of the unknown path’ long after it fell into my hands, I realised one important thing. No two people are similar, no two paths are similar- you and I may enter into the same college, same course and why, we both may want to win the Booker. But our paths will be different, our way of walking will differ, but nature’s course will be the same. God will be the same. The forces trying to get us there or pushing us to a different path are the same…..
I’ll dare you to do this- Don’t read the section about the author, don’t even look at his face, read the book and try guessing the age of the author! 85, 70 max will be your guess. But no, this man is us, our age!
Now getting to the book- How many of us like reading fiction? Many, not many. Non-fiction? Many, not many. But here, Manhar has given us a book which combines pure story-telling with the value factor of a non-fiction. The book is structured in a way that you go through the story, you are so engrossed in where it is taking you and all of a sudden Manhar puts a bolder version of the text and says, “Author Notes” and gives a different meaning to the story you are reading.
A tale of two people- Rama, Michel. Rama of olden days, a rebel, running away from the family, coursing through a forest, treading upon a diary. Not your ordinary diary! Michel, lost in a tunnel, trying to find a way and again the diary. The diary, here to me resembled God. Its caressing tone, ‘Child…’ it begins. Isn’t that how God sees us? As a child? But God doesn’t want to give us all the answers. ‘Child, cooperation must be earned, never demanded’ one of the retorts of the diary when Michel wants it to cooperate and help him get out. Yes, God will not cooperate with our whims and fancies. He will want you to cooperate with His plans. Your future is laid out for you, all you have to do is cooperate! Does Rama come back to his village, settle to the level of his people? Or will he set forth a new path? Does our Michel find his way out? Who helps him?
Personally, I loved the part where Michel sees how life looks at him, how the future is. Michel does get what he wants. Putting myself in Michel’s shoes, I realise at that point, the point of exit from the tunnel, the place where he was didn’t matter as much as the course that he had taken to reach that place. Often we forget how we got where we are, who brought us here. This reminds me of a song, ‘The Climb’ by Miley Cyrus. Ultimately it is the climb that matters. Rama is a common man. There are many Rama’s amongst us. With so much chagrin, we rebel at anything and everything, but we have little in us to reform. Rama found a guide. Will we? Do we even realise that we need a guide?
Manhardeep Singh Ahluwalia, a philosopher in the making, presents a book so crisp, so well written and very authoritative. He believes in what he says and you close the book feeling, he means every word and at some point of time in his life, he has been through a tunnel and found a guide. Just 52 pages, but words for life. And unlike certain books, this one doesn’t leave you wanting more, cause it has given you just enough.
Fav of the Author’s notes: When you are left with no choice but one, trust God and go for it because we really don’t know what God has in His mind for us.
But one thing I disagree with- a woman is not like a tea bag! She is strong no matter what, hot water or not!! And its not just a woman, the man too!
‘May you live long’
December 6, 2011
If you think, you are too old to listen to the bedtime stories, you are wrong. Read Manhardeep Singh Ahulwalia’s ‘The Journey of the Unknown Path’, and you’ll realise why.
This book tells us two stories, with different characters in similar situations, but in different times and parts of the world. While you start reading the story of the first character, Rama; a contemplative note by the author compels you to think before you go ahead. And, that’s where the book sets itself apart.
Rama and Michael, both of them reach a point in their life, where they have nowhere to go. What lies in front of them is a dark road towards mysterious end. Right then, they find a mystical diary that guides both of them to move ahead. At every step Rama or Michael take in the book, we come across one very vital truth of life. Advancements in their stories lead us towards the secret of how to live a life with positivity, prudence and peace.
The biggest mistake done while publishing the book is that they have given the Author’s biography in the very beginning. If it was not so, the readers could have easily got convinced that the author is not younger than 40 years, or has no less degrees than a couple of PhDs in his hand.
But in reality, Manhardeep Singh Ahluwalia is a young gentleman from Moga City in Punjab. He is pursuing his graduation in Business Administration with a diploma in aviation, hospitality and travel management. He is an entrepreneur. He is a martial arts black-belt. He is a Reiki master. With such varied set of interests, he has learnt to reflect on his thoughts, his ideologies and set a new path for his readers to tread.
The Journey of the Unknown Path is not just a motivational book; it is a compilation of Mahnardeep Singh’s thoughts, beliefs and inspirations.
You just can’t resist reading till the very last page, once you start reading it on.
This book tells us two stories, with different characters in similar situations, but in different times and parts of the world. While you start reading the story of the first character, Rama; a contemplative note by the author compels you to think before you go ahead. And, that’s where the book sets itself apart.
Rama and Michael, both of them reach a point in their life, where they have nowhere to go. What lies in front of them is a dark road towards mysterious end. Right then, they find a mystical diary that guides both of them to move ahead. At every step Rama or Michael take in the book, we come across one very vital truth of life. Advancements in their stories lead us towards the secret of how to live a life with positivity, prudence and peace.
The biggest mistake done while publishing the book is that they have given the Author’s biography in the very beginning. If it was not so, the readers could have easily got convinced that the author is not younger than 40 years, or has no less degrees than a couple of PhDs in his hand.
But in reality, Manhardeep Singh Ahluwalia is a young gentleman from Moga City in Punjab. He is pursuing his graduation in Business Administration with a diploma in aviation, hospitality and travel management. He is an entrepreneur. He is a martial arts black-belt. He is a Reiki master. With such varied set of interests, he has learnt to reflect on his thoughts, his ideologies and set a new path for his readers to tread.
The Journey of the Unknown Path is not just a motivational book; it is a compilation of Mahnardeep Singh’s thoughts, beliefs and inspirations.
You just can’t resist reading till the very last page, once you start reading it on.
October 29, 2011
HELLO MANHARDEEP,
I HAVE COMPLETED YOUR SECOND BOOK “THE JOURNEY OF THE UNKNOWN PATH”. IT IS TOO GOOD DEAR!! I LEARNT MANY THINGS FROM IT. SEE YOUR LAST BOOK WAS VERY GOOD TOO. IT INSPIRED ME TO MOVE ON IN LIFE AND BE STRONG AND HAVE FAITH THAT YOU ARE NO LESS THAN OTHERS, EVERY PERSON HAS A SPARK AND SOME CAN FEEL AND SOME CAN’T!!
IN THE SAME WAY THIS BOOK INSPIRED ME THAT WE SHOULD STICK TO OUR DECISIONS AND IF WE HAVE DECIDED TO DO SOMETHING THEN THIS WHOLE UNIVERSE WILL HELP US TO COMPLETE OUR WORK.
FROM THIS BOOK I LEARNT THAT EVERY PERSON HAS HIS OWN VIEWS, OWN THINKING AND ONE SHOULD RESPECT THAT. NOW MANHAR I WANT TO SAY ABOUT YOU THAT YOU ARE MAGICAL, NOT BECAUSE YOU SHOW ANY MAGIC BUT YOUR WORDS CREATE MAGIC AND REALLY THE AUTHOR’S NOTES IN THIS BOOK IS THE HIGHEST POINT OF THIS BOOK SO I APPECIATE A LOT AND I’M PROUD THAT I GOT A CHANCE TO INTERACT WITH SUCH A PERSON !!
SO MANHAR THANK YOU FOR SUCH A WONDERFUL PIECE YOU MADE. HOPE YOUR NEXT BOOK WILL BE ONE STEP AHEAD THAN THIS.
WAITING FOR YOUR NEXT PIECE OF ART. AWESOME!!
RANJANA KAUSHAL
I HAVE COMPLETED YOUR SECOND BOOK “THE JOURNEY OF THE UNKNOWN PATH”. IT IS TOO GOOD DEAR!! I LEARNT MANY THINGS FROM IT. SEE YOUR LAST BOOK WAS VERY GOOD TOO. IT INSPIRED ME TO MOVE ON IN LIFE AND BE STRONG AND HAVE FAITH THAT YOU ARE NO LESS THAN OTHERS, EVERY PERSON HAS A SPARK AND SOME CAN FEEL AND SOME CAN’T!!
IN THE SAME WAY THIS BOOK INSPIRED ME THAT WE SHOULD STICK TO OUR DECISIONS AND IF WE HAVE DECIDED TO DO SOMETHING THEN THIS WHOLE UNIVERSE WILL HELP US TO COMPLETE OUR WORK.
FROM THIS BOOK I LEARNT THAT EVERY PERSON HAS HIS OWN VIEWS, OWN THINKING AND ONE SHOULD RESPECT THAT. NOW MANHAR I WANT TO SAY ABOUT YOU THAT YOU ARE MAGICAL, NOT BECAUSE YOU SHOW ANY MAGIC BUT YOUR WORDS CREATE MAGIC AND REALLY THE AUTHOR’S NOTES IN THIS BOOK IS THE HIGHEST POINT OF THIS BOOK SO I APPECIATE A LOT AND I’M PROUD THAT I GOT A CHANCE TO INTERACT WITH SUCH A PERSON !!
SO MANHAR THANK YOU FOR SUCH A WONDERFUL PIECE YOU MADE. HOPE YOUR NEXT BOOK WILL BE ONE STEP AHEAD THAN THIS.
WAITING FOR YOUR NEXT PIECE OF ART. AWESOME!!
RANJANA KAUSHAL
December 3, 2011
This is a book which should be enjoyed for what it is - a philosophical discussion of the paths we choose in our lives. It is a novel, and the author's notes threw me for a loop at first, but if you continue to read, you will soon realize his reason for the author's discussions. It is a book which shows us how we can listen to our own hearts and take the right paths for us. The author is much younger than it appeared in his book. He comes through as very mature and knowledgeable. It encouraged me to look at my life through someone else's eyes and to work at improving my own life by slowing down and thinking things through before simply reacting. That may not have been the author's purpose, but that was the message with which I walked away. I cannot believe the author's age because he wrote with such obvious maturity. I would love to hear him speak someday. Who knows? Maybe I will.
November 8, 2012
Author Manhardeep Singh Ahluwalia writes an allegory of two young men, Rama and Michael who venture beyond the world that they know. Rama finds a diary that gives him answers after he writes his queries for he has fled his village feeling that his opinions are not accepted. The diary's words help Rama understand that he must ask for something he desires, then seek that something and knock at the door of opportunity. Michael, too, learns that on the journey of life bad experiences teach us truths about life and some become stronger through this, others give up. Michael succeeds. The author's philosophical notes are interspersed on each page and the thoughtful reader will enjoy Rama and then Michael's journeys where they learn by overcoming difficult situations.
June 30, 2012
this book explains about a boy named rama whose views is different from others in the village and his own family. he run away from his family and get into a forest from where his journey begins....
in this book side by side there are notes of author about his views and it is really intresting...goodwork
in this book side by side there are notes of author about his views and it is really intresting...goodwork
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