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Hi Everyone,I’m very happy to have found this group, and I look forward to sharing some great inspirational and fun reads with all of you. Excited to be part of this community!
I am looking forward to great discussions.
I just completed this book, The Happiness Flywheel, and found it very insightful if you are interested in applying spirituality to modern life.
If you have any other books on happiness, please suggest them. This is a topic I am pretty interested in exploring further.
Sheeba wrote: "Ganesh wrote: "Just am reading think and grow rich second time., it's more interesting and inspirational am getting better and better and better.,lovely book"Amazing book, honestly. Any other rec..."
No better book than this one my friend, read it multiple times!!
Sheeba wrote: "Hi Everyone,I’m very happy to have found this group, and I look forward to sharing some great inspirational and fun reads with all of you. Excited to be part of this community!
I am looking forw..."
What a coincidence!! Just completed The Happiness Flywheel too, was recommended by my close friend... Must read..
On other book on Happiness - The one I like is on Positivity by Barbera F? You will like it too.... I like the way she backs her claim through research!
Hi, I’m Colin Green—a diplomat-turned-author with a passion for exploring how language and culture connect us all. After decades of traveling to 50+ countries, I’ve captured my experiences in The Internationalist’s Playbook series, exploring the proverbs, idioms, and symbols that unite us across borders.If you’re intrigued, I’d love to send you a copy of The Internationalist’s Playbook for an honest review. Let me know, and join the journey!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DR9H2HGP
Edge of Despair A Black Man's Journey from Despair to Hope free on amazon Enjoy
Hi everyone, I’m glad to joint he group.
I’m Marcus J. Leroy, a former Belgian diplomat, who has spent over four decades immersed in the cultures of Southeast Asia and Africa. This extensive experience has fueled my lifelong study of classical Chinese philosophy, particularly Daoism. Six of my books, two of them about Daoism, have been published in Dutch, captivating readers in Belgium and the Netherlands. My latest book is “Finding Your Way in Daoism” @Amazon.
There are quite some misconceptions about Daoism. Shame. Daoism isn't just meditation. It's a universe of philosophical insights covering all fields of human life. Its timeless wisdom is surprisingly close to Western thought and modern science. No wonder its ideas are now widely used in management training courses.
#philosophy #daoaism #taoism #spirituality
Hello, everyone! I wanted to introduce myself. My name is Jeff Wellman, and I’m excited to have found this inspiring group! I want to share a little about my own inspiring journey—because, for a long time, I never imagined I’d be someone who meditates, let alone writes a book inspired by it.For most of my life, I was the definition of a high-strung, type-A businessperson. Meditation always seemed impractical, something that worked for other people, but not for me. My mind was always racing, my to-do list never-ending, and the idea of sitting still in silence felt impossible. But something in me knew I needed to try. It wasn’t easy, and at first, I was terrible at it. But through persistence, I learned to quiet my mind—until one day, I found myself slipping into deep meditation for hours at a time. That’s when everything changed.
It was in one of these meditative states, while sitting on the cliffs of the Big Island of Hawaii, that the story of Spirit Gift was gifted to me. I use the word gifted because I didn’t "create" this book in the way most authors do. The inspiration, the storyline, and the messages came to me fully formed as if passed down from a higher source. My role was simply to bring it to life.
I’m excited to share my book, Spirit Gift: A Journey Through the Seven Planes of Existence, with you.
Set in 1211 A.D., Spirit Gift follows a journey through the seven planes of existence, weaving themes of love, purpose, and spiritual discovery into an immersive and timeless narrative. At its heart, Spirit Gift is a reminder that each of us carries a unique gift—one that has the power to uplift and transform the world.
Thank you for the opportunity to share this journey with this book club. I am honored to be a part of a space where I can connect with like-minded individuals.
Meditation changed my life and allowed me to find my spirit gift. Has anyone had a similar experience?
Have you ever felt there’s more to this world than what meets the eye?
What is your Spirit Gift?
Best,
Jeff Wellman
Just released a new cover but it has not been updated yet on Goodreads.
Spirit Gift: A journey through the seven planes of existence
Spirit Gift: A journey through the seven planes of existence
I’m Daniel A. Miller. I'm an author, painter and tennis is my passion. I recently released my new book, The Way of the Wave: Nature’s Model for Navigating Life’s Currents, where I share how to embrace life’s natural flow. I'm new to groups so looking forward to connecting with others!The Way of the Wave: Nature's Model for Navigating Life's Currents
Ganesh wrote: "I wanna start a new business.. I need a self help books to keep me on. So friends list some books like 50 Self-Help Classics (Tom butler-bowdon) 50 Self-Help Classics: 50 Inspirational Books to Transform Your Life from Timeless Sages to Contemporary Gurus"
Hello, nice to be in the group. I am Tracy Herrmann, author, designer, and artist. I am sharing these two books in the group: Dreaming in Animals is my personal dream journey about my animal dreams and spirit guides--and, One Small Cloud, one of my illustrated kids books, was inspired by a single cloud in a clear blue sky. One Small Cloud celebrates nature and global unity with an open heart. I hope you may enjoy reading my titles, and, other inspirational books in the group.
Tracy wrote: "Hello, nice to be in the group. I am Tracy Herrmann, author, designer, and artist. I am sharing these two books in the group: Dreaming in Animals is my personal dream journey about my animal dreams..."Greetings from another inspirational author and reader!
Halina wrote: "Tracy wrote: "Hello, nice to be in the group. I am Tracy Herrmann, author, designer, and artist. I am sharing these two books in the group: Dreaming in Animals is my personal dream journey about my..."Greetings, Halina!
Hello everyone. Very interesting group! My name is David Maze. I write short books about consciousness, reality and new age. Always interested in exploring new books in this or somewhat related category.
Hello David,Interesting to meet you.
I took a look at your books, and can relate (even though we express things differently.)
Hey everyone,I just wanted to take a moment to say how much I appreciate this group. There’s something really powerful about people coming together to share books that uplift, challenge, and inspire us to grow. It’s easy to get caught up in the heaviness of everyday life, but reading stories of resilience, transformation, and hope always reminds me that healing and change are possible.
Like many of you, I turn to books when I need a new perspective or a reminder that I’m not alone in what I’m going through. Some have helped me process difficult emotions, others have given me the courage to take the next step forward, and a few have completely shifted how I see the world. I’d love to hear from you all—what’s the most inspiring book you’ve read recently, and what about it spoke to you?
Looking forward to sharing and learning from everyone here
Iris wrote: "Hey everyone,I just wanted to take a moment to say how much I appreciate this group. There’s something really powerful about people coming together to share books that uplift, challenge, and inspi..."
Hello Iris
Yes, books!
Right now, among other books, I'm re-reading The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection (the ultimate surrender to life's flow - and an amazing real life story) - a great inspiration at a time where I live with radical presence (as much as I can).
Hey everyone!I’ve been reflecting lately on how we all define success differently—some see it as achieving goals, others as finding purpose, or even just enjoying the process of growth.
What does “winning the game” of life look like for you?
Do you focus more on outcomes, personal fulfilment, resilience… or something else entirely?
Curious to hear your thoughts!
I’ve also been reading and writing around this topic myself—if you’re into mindset and purpose-driven living, you might enjoy this too:
👉 Winning the Game: Master Your Potential, Lead with Purpose, and Love the Process: www.amazon.co.uk/Winning-Game-Potenti...
Would also love to hear your favourite reads on the topic!
Hi there!Yes to books! 📚 The Surrender Experiment is such a powerful read—I remember being really moved by Michael Singer’s journey and how fully he embraced life’s flow. It’s beautiful that you’re living with radical presence (as much as you can)—that takes real intention and courage.
If you’re drawn to books that support emotional growth and healing, you might resonate with one I recently wrote called Eggshells: Unmasking the Pain and Overcoming the Impact of Invisible Scars. It explores the quieter wounds we carry from toxic relationships and how to begin healing from them. Just thought I’d share in case it speaks to where you are.
Are there any other books that have been meaningful on your path lately?
Hi everyone! I’m Dr. Shaheen Shah, author of Whispers of the Eternal, a gentle reflection on Upanishadic wisdom for inner peace and self-realization. I’m here to connect with like-minded souls and to walk my greater life path by writing and sharing spiritual books that inspire stillness, reflection, and a deeper connection to the Self.
Dr wrote: "Hi everyone! I’m Dr. Shaheen Shah, author of Whispers of the Eternal, a gentle reflection on Upanishadic wisdom for inner peace and self-realization. I’m here to connect with like-minded souls and ..."Hello again and nice to connect with you!
We share similar values. I'm the founder of Awakening To Joyful Living and have authored poetry, fiction and non-fiction books on similar themes.
Iris wrote: "Hi there!Yes to books! 📚 The Surrender Experiment is such a powerful read—I remember being really moved by Michael Singer’s journey and how fully he embraced life’s flow. It’s beautiful that you’..."
In a confused and suffering world such as ours books like yours, Iris, are needed! I'm glad you're writing so that the journey can become a bit more easy for others with similar experiences.
At this point of my life (I'm turning 70) and after a whole lifetime of deep inner work (and authoring some books as well,) I'm now mostly drawn to beauty and transcendence, primarily in poetry and in fiction. Orbital that I'm reading currently has both qualities... And also to really good stories. Right now I enjoy Saving Fish from Drowning
Halina wrote: "Dr wrote: "Hi everyone! I’m Dr. Shaheen Shah, author of Whispers of the Eternal, a gentle reflection on Upanishadic wisdom for inner peace and self-realization. I’m here to connect with like-minded..."Hello! It’s truly lovely to connect with a kindred spirit—your work sounds deeply aligned with the path I’m walking. I look forward to learning from your journey and sharing light together.
Halina wrote: "Iris wrote: "Hi there!Yes to books! 📚 The Surrender Experiment is such a powerful read—I remember being really moved by Michael Singer’s journey and how fully he embraced life’s flow. It’s beauti..."
Hi there
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt reflection—it’s inspiring to hear how your journey continues to evolve with grace and depth. Wishing you continued joy in the beauty, poetry, and stories that nourish the soul.
Thank you so much for your kind words—your message truly touched me. It means a lot to know that the work I’m doing resonates, especially with someone who has walked such a deep, reflective path of their own. Seventy is such a powerful threshold. what a rich life you’ve clearly lived, filled with insight and creativity.I love that you’re now leaning into beauty and transcendence through poetry and fiction. There’s something so nourishing about letting stories and language lift us beyond the noise of the world, especially after doing so much inner work. Saving Fish from Drowning is such an intriguing read, and Orbital sounds equally compelling. Thank you for the inspiration; I may have to add them to my list.
Wishing you continued wonder on your journey, and thank you again for your warmth and encouragement. It’s voices like yours that keep me writing.
Iris wrote: "Thank you so much for your kind words—your message truly touched me. It means a lot to know that the work I’m doing resonates, especially with someone who has walked such a deep, reflective path of..."Thank you so much Iris, for taking the time to respond with such a heartfelt message. May you enjoy every step of your path, living it and writing it!
Dr wrote: "Halina wrote: "Iris wrote: "Hi there!Hi there,
Your kind words truly touched me—thank you. It’s a gift to be seen in the unfolding, and I’m deeply grateful for the resonance. May your path also be lit with quiet wonder, rich connection, and the kind of beauty that speaks in whispers to the soul.
" Hi everyone! 👋I'm Max C. Bright, author of Learn How to Meditate, a book created to help people reconnect with their inner calm through practical meditation.
https://amzn.to/4kLTOZg
📖 You can download the first chapter for free here:
👉 https://subscribepage.io/maxcbright
📝 I'm also offering free ARC copies of the full book in exchange for an honest review on Amazon.
If you're interested, feel free to send me a private message—I'd love to share it with you.
Thanks so much for the warm welcome! Looking forward to connecting with mindful readers and fellow authors 🙏
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Hi everyone. I'm Judith Gordon, a lifelong educator and writer. After surviving a serious accident, I turned to Stoic philosophy as a guide through a long healing journey. I write about resilience, personal growth, and the power of ancient wisdom to help us move forward. I'm looking forward to being part of this group and learning from all of you.
I'm Motea Alsamawi, an author passionate about self-discovery and personal development. I recently published my latest book titled *“30 Secrets of Life That 99% of People Never Discover”*, which is a compact guide to the deeper truths of life that we rarely hear in school or media.My background is actually in engineering, but over the years, I've become deeply fascinated with human potential and the silent questions we all carry inside.
I joined this group to learn from fellow readers and writers — and to connect with people who are also on the journey of growth and transformation. 📘✨
Looking forward to discovering inspiring books and maybe even making a few new friends here. Feel free to reach out or check out my book on Goodreads or Amazon if it resonates with you!
Warm regards,
Motea 🌿
I'm an interfaith minister and author here to meet open-minded people and discuss all things interspiritual. I would be honored if you checked out my book, With Each Passing Day: Interfaith Meditations for Personal Growth. Interfaith ministry is the wave of the future and I'm excited to be a part of it.
Hi everyone,I’m happy to be here and looking forward to engaging with you all.
My path to literature is perhaps a bit unconventional—I come from a military background and was once preparing for an overseas deployment that would have required a high level of responsibility. That included making decisions with serious ethical weight.
It was during that time that I began asking myself fundamental questions: What does it mean to hold power over life and death? What does responsibility truly mean, beyond command and obedience?
Those questions wouldn’t leave me. What began as doubt deepened into a full existential crisis. Eventually, my career came undone—but in hindsight, that collapse marked the beginning of a more meaningful journey.
I went on to study psychology and philosophy—not to pursue a traditional academic path, but to make sense of what I had experienced. I was rarely “present” in class, but constantly in library.
These days, I’m deeply interested in depth psychology, existential transformation, and what is often referred to as the “dark night of the soul.” For me, literature isn’t just a pastime; it’s a space of resonance for the things we often don’t have words for.
Some of these reflections also find their way into my writing—I'm currently working on texts that explore inner breakdown and transformation.
I’m looking forward to discussing books that don’t just entertain, but truly "move" us.
My name is Abhishek Kumar. I hold an MSc in Physics and an MBA in Finance, and have over 14 years of experience teaching physics to graduate students. Passionate about deep thinking and philosophical inquiry, I recently authored the book "Why We Believe: Dialogues on Doubt, Faith, and Reason", which explores themes like God, reality, karma, and consciousness through engaging dialogues. I'm also interested in data science, algorithmic trading, and the intersection of science, reason, and spirituality.
Hi peepzIm Ayu Rem. I live in a tiny village in Germany—about 600 people, lots of trees, and time that moves slower. Its a good place to think deeply and build strange, beautiful things.
Books that inspired me the most are probably Faust, Steppenwolf, Jung and Ernest Becker. But also all the lucid dreaming books out there enhanced my creativity and depth.
My work lives somewhere between psychology, philosophy, systems theory, and storytelling. I care a lot about how people learn, how they communicate, and how we build shared language across different ways of knowing. I believe in bridging gaps:
between disciplines, between people, between parts of ourselves we are told dont belong together.
Books are one way I do that. Writing, reading, discussing. Im not here just for polished takes-Im here for the half-formed thoughts, the questions that wont sit still, and the kind of conversation that leaves you different after.
Happy to have found this place. Unbelievable that I never thought of social media combined with books :P
Glad to be here
Ayu
Hello, Abhishek Kumar and Ayu Rem. Nice to meet you. Just followed 🤝. Have a good Sunday
Hello Everyone! My name is Marie.I am excited to be here and discover some new inspiration.
I am also an author and have written an inspiring book that I would love to share, called The Realm of Unity —a Utopian Fantasy.
Hoping all are thriving,
Peace,
Marie
Hello my name is Tanmay. I am a young philosopher i am recently working on a free will theory of mine and wanted to ask for a review
Dear All: I am a new author with my first book just launched "Sacred Algorithms: The Mumukshu Paradox". By profession I am a technology leader, recently moved to India my home after a decade in USA as I wanted to chase my dream. The dream to be on a journey of self discovery, giving words of years of my thinking and reflections, earning happiness through my stories. Empowering village kids through educating them about maths, science through storytelling to instill desired curiosity.
I am a seeker, there is so much to know. I would love to engage with you all.
My first book is a science fiction and a philosophical thriller. I have attempted to gaze the future of humanity through the lens of AI and Indian philosophy. It has a deep dialogue about what is REAL.
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The Kodach Secrets: The Book of Real-Life Transformation (other topics)The Kodach Secrets: The Book of Real-Life Transformation (other topics)
Orbital (other topics)
Saving Fish from Drowning (other topics)
The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection (other topics)
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Dan Millman (other topics)Ken Poirot (other topics)
Amazing book, honestly. Any other recommendation?