The Watkins Review calls Tolle “the most spiritually influential person in the world,” The New York Times describes him as “the most popular spiritual author in the United States.” He is the author of bestselling books that have gained worldwide popularity, such as The Power of Now and A New Earth. In his teachings, Tolle encourages people to live by the power of Presence, awaken their consciousness, and experience a living inner peace. It's no secret that thinking is shaped by literature, so let’s check out some of the books recommended by Eckhart Tolle.
1. The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael A. Singer
Thanks to the book The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer, you will learn how to develop consciousness by practicing meditation and mindfulness. Open this book and you will open the door to a fulfilling, living life. The author advises how to get rid of painful thoughts and memories from the past that interfere with accepting the present. You can learn more about the book by reading our The Untethered Soul summary.
2. The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
People often put self-imposed limitations on themselves. If you are also like this, the book The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz will tell you how to get rid of it. The author offers you a code of conduct that will help you experience happiness and freedom to the fullest. Many authors emphasize the book's significance. Deepak Chopra, for example, says, “Don Miguel Ruiz's book is a roadmap to enlightenment and freedom.” For a quick overview of this book’s ideas, read our The Four Agreements summary.
3. The Art of Meditation by Alan Watts
The Art of Meditation by Alan Watts is a great book for you if you are interested in yoga, Buddhism, or mindfulness. The author reveals the art of meditation and its impact on human life. Watts is a “philosophical entertainer” who writes in a non-boring way. After all, you must agree that information presentation also affects assimilation. The work of Eckhart Tolle is related to the subject matter of Alan Watts' books, which is why it is on his list of recommendations. You can also find more tips on meditation in our Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics summary.
4. From Science to God: A Physicist's Journey Into the Mystery of Consciousness by Peter Russell
Do you believe there is a way to the universe where the external and internal are not in conflict? If you answered yes, then the book From Science to God by Peter Russell will help you find this path. The author went from being a scientist and an atheist to discovering and accepting the mystical. In the book, physics, psychology, and philosophy will help you find your worldview. Just like Eckhart Tolle, Peter Russell teaches you to discover what you have been looking for and what will become a motivator in your life.
5. Passionate Presence: Seven Qualities of Awakened Awareness by Catherine Ingram
When in a healthy mind and with a calm heart, seven qualities of a person stand out: tenderness, embodiment, genuineness, discernment, delight, wonder, and silence. Thanks to 30 years of practicing dharma sessions and retreats, the author, Catherine Ingram, has understood and grouped them in the book Passionate Presence.
6. Small Graces: The Quiet Gifts of Everyday Life by Kent Nerburn
Life is about moments that motivate, upset, delight, and break. In his book Small Graces, Kent Nerburn focuses on everyday life. The author emphasizes the importance of the rhythm you live by, the influence of nature, and the general perception of your surroundings. The book makes you think about how influential everyday life is and what should be changed in order not to regret the same days.
7. 365 Nirvana Here And Now by Josh Baran
365 Nirvana Here And Now is your guide to finding peace in the present moment. Josh Baran has collected dozens of tips from around the world in one place. Namely, poets, scientists, artists, mystics of different religions, and Buddhist, Tibetan, and Zen sages tell you the priceless information. Through their works, you will learn to see the uniqueness of the present moment and its beauty.
Do not run away from reality and even more so from the present moment. You live one life and only you can change it as well as change its perception. Eckhart Tolle's books and those he recommends will help you start living and get out of the emptiness that blocks your strength.
