Recommendations: Books

Here are some of my favourite books:

Neale Donald Walsch: Converstations With God Books 1-3
I have read pretty much everything NDW has written and it has changed the way I look at Life. They helped me to come closer to Divinity. I read the first one when I was still in Australia back in 1999. All the books are good, but if you read the first three you already get into the spirit. Some of the ideas you might have heard before, but I bet there are some things that are fresh to you too.

Joshua David Stone: Soul Psychology
I've read many books from Joshua Stone and they have all been great. Another teacher who has really been a big influence for me. Some of the books go deep into area of metaphysics, this one deals especially with psychological issues. It is practical book, and the core ideas are very clear and uplifting. I love the chapter on personal power. You read this book and some other books of his at www.iamuniversity.org . It is Joshua's site so you are not ripping off the author.

Teachings of Ramana Maharshi ( Edited by Arthur Osborne )
One of the clearest and simplest teachings on non-duality one can find. Maharshi was an amazing teacher...his teachings might appeat quite extreme for many, but I was definitely very impressed by them. Osborne's comments are not really necessary, so if you can find another edition it might be better. I think Shambhala has published his works too. Ask the question: Who am I? Do not let the mind answer to this one (with concepts and thoughts). Let me know how it goes...

Sanaya Roman: Spiritual Growth
This book contains teachings from a spiritual teacher called Orin. Great stuff. Have had a big influence on me. They helped me to reconnect with my Soul. Also the book Soul Love is a great one from this author. Book has many helpful exercises and meditations in the end of each chapter. Teachings are clear, relevant and communicated with love.

Eckhart Tolle: The Power of Now
If Ramana did not do the great trick for you, you could try Eckhart. Eckhart is a modern-day spiritual teacher. His big mission is to bring people back to present moment and free them from compulsive thinking and anxiety-filled existence. Tolle looks a bit like a peacefull hobbit. Joking. Lots of exercises included. If you do them..I'd be surprised if it wouldn't bring you more peace.

Thom Hartmann: Last Hours of Ancient Sunlight
I wish everyone would read this one. Thom is the man! This book is a wake-up call. It deals with the energy-crises we are facing soon... and actually we are already in it. The oil is running out, we can't rely on fossil-fuels no more. We need to deal with the climate-crises. This book looks at how we got into this mess, whatkind mess it is and gives solutions of how we can get out of it. Many fresh perspectives and well-written. Not only for "spiritual folk". There is important stuff for everyone.

Erlend Loe: Naiv. Super
In finnish this is called Supernaiivi. It has been many years since I read this. But I still remember the warm and honest tone of this book. Loe is norvegian writer. This book is about young person's existential anxiety. But it is dealt with in a humorous way. Some big issues like Love and nature of time are being explored. His writing style is fresh, clear and easy to digest.