Having the Life You Want by Being Present to the Life You Have

I love this book. If you're looking to start meditation, it's a great learning tool and gives you meditations to focus on. If you're no stranger to meditation, Mark Nepo's insights will give you new motivation. I've bought this book for almost everyone I know!

Rarely does a book inspire me like this one!
Mark Nepo is brilliant and has provided a thought provoking way to begin each day.
I highly recommend it, and in fact, purchased two more copies for my children, 24 & 33.

I really love this book! If you embrace meditation on a daily basis, this is an excellent companion. Not only is it well-written and filled with beautiful metaphors, but Mark Nepo also has exercises/activities that you can do to help you truly understand the message 365 days a year. Awesome!

I was watching the Oprah show, and that were i learned of Mark Nepo. I got Mark book ,and every page I turn to was just what I needed to hear to keep me focus . I recommend this book to everyone. Thanks Mark Nepo for your wisdom.

This is an amazing book!!! I really like it because it isn't dated by the year, you can use this book for many years and get so much from it. What a great title!! I received my book 2 years ago and still get so much from the book.

Authenticity and knowing your own truth, value and what is important to you, made easy. Prosaic and thoughtful writing with streams of clarity and consciousness. Beautiful visions and places that connect with the inner journey.

Treasure this book and rejoice in being able to share it with loved ones. Immensely pleased
with the quality of this incredible paperback, and the expediency and care of shipper.

An outstanding 5 Star Plus from me, and from both family and friends that I have shared it. Thank you muchly!

If anyone is looking for a way to start your day off right, then Awakenings if for you. Mark Nepo is fantastic....I accidentally ordered the large print but it works without having to reach for my glasses all the time. The daily meditations are beautiful and offer a little poetry, insight and depth to companion you o your journey.

Because after years of fighting depression, this book has given me a calm and helped me to stay still even in the most horrid of situations. I love life, love, people and God in a more deep way than ever before.

I read this book everyday and am always amazed at the analogies Mr. Nepo produces. He has a way of finding the peaceful moment in painful situations.
I keep giving away my copy of the book to friends who just need to read his view of affirming life. I, of course, go buy another.
Thanks. Mr. Nepo for writing it !

This is a thought-provoking and inspiring book for daily reflection. The quotes from many different religious traditions and sources and the poetic language allow for a fresh take on everyday spiritual development. I have it in my prayer nook.

I am a yoga teacher and this book has proven to be very useful in creating inspiration for classes. Not every day's words are amazing, but there is much food for thought. Several of my students have gone on to purchase it and love it as well!

I have kept this book by my bedside and read it most nights for two years. I have passed it on, shared the wisdom and have a great appreciate for Mark, his use of words and deep feelings he has shared. He is a real blessing for us all. Sandra

I read spiritual books as a lifestyle, from Hafiz to Deepak to Tolle, and on and on.....TYG. This book is in a wonderful format of daily meditations....completely unlike any formula I have encountered before. Deeply personal, intimately connected with the eternal....love based, and practical. I'm giving them away as I move, and plan to continue.

Mark Nepo's philosophy as expressed in this book is easy to understand and relate to yet it is deep and intense.
I like that he uses quotes from diverse thinkers/feelers from which to launch his thoughts. I also appreciate the
exercises and meditation he suggests at the end of each day's thoughts.

My first copy of Mark Nepo's "The Book of Awakening" was a gift. I have gifted several since myself. It's full of "AHA" moments, a daily journey into the depth of one's soul.
When I travel I may forget my undies but never my book. It's MY time each morning, going within and doing the exercises at the end of each daily reading. By the end of each year (simply start on the date it was received) beginning again each message makes even more sense.
I have used a daily reading when I am a speaker. The day I read the message for June 26th to an audience nine people thanked me the next Sunday while lovingly holding their books and smiling. I knew they were in good hands.
A simple way to stay grounded while digging deep beneath the surface of our own being. Thanks Mark

The Book of Awakening through its short, daily reflections gives the reader a subtle change in perspective for each day throughout the year. The title is well chosen. For anyone who seeks a greater depth of meaning from life and an appreciation for living in the moment, this book will not disappoint.

If I could only keep one book, it would be The Book of Awakening. I am in my third year
of cycling the readings - I continue to be inspired, and to see them with new eyes, I appreciate the
blend of poetic and spiritual. So far, I have given at least 25 of the books as gifts.
Mark's wisdom and insight need to be shared.

this book has been a huge daily inspirational treat! Mark Nepo s tender, authentic, compassionate voice gives depth to his daily reflections and experiential anchors to soulful, perspective changing exercises. Thanx for sharing such a treasure

I have bought so many copies of this book to give as a gift to someone I think will appreciate the beauty of life seen through the eyes of Mark nepo. I start my day with him everyday as a way to ensure I keep my priorities straight from my own heart as well. Thank you Mark. You have made my life better - so much better.

It really gets in depth to your soul.. Hits it just where you need it to hit when sometimes nothing else feels to matter! Seriously get this book as much as my soul wants to keep it to myself to treasure it's only right to share the good news to everyone!

A thought provoking daily read which centres the mindset and in many instances provides comfort and some direction in a world which has more questions than answers. The book was suggested as an aid to processing questions following a family tragedy.

I have purchased multiple copies of this book and given it to each of my good friends. It is the best book of daily reflections I have ever read. The author uses wonderful poetic images that provide inspirations that are long lasting.

This book is filled with loving, beautiful, peaceful, life affirming pearls of wisdom by Mark Nepo. I had this book in my cart for several months but just recently purchased it. I am glad I did. As I go through chemo therapy I open and read from it every day. It helps me stay centered and helps put things in perspective. Someday, I hope to get where Mr. Nepo is in his self discovery. I know this book will help. Keep it by your nightstand.

This book is delightful. The different perspectives are so encouraging and the reading is very easy. The meditation exercises are wonderful and don't require a lot of time. This book has encouraged me to challenge some of my views about my life. It has also brought me much comfort and hope.

This book has been talked about by Oprah and several others on T.V.. It inspired me to buy it but I never knew how inspirational it REALLY is!!! So, I purchased more for Christmas gifts and will do the same for other's birthdays coming up! I can't wait to get up everyday to read the days message.

I just started this book Jan 1 which was perfect as that is the beginning of the book. I love it! You read a passage everyday, and they are not very long but they are very profound. A great way to start your day!

Not surprisingly, I saw this book on an "Oprah's Favorite
Things" episode. (it was one of the only things in my price range, actually) I bought it for myself, and have since given it as a gift twice. A page a day of terrific insight into who we all are.

This is a book I give as a gift to all of the people in my life I care about. Nepo takes us on a journey to see the world through new eyes. This is especially a good source for those who are beginning to use meditation as a daily practice in their lives. I keep it in stock on my shelf and constantly hand it to someone who I feel will benefit from the daily devotions. My own copy is worn, stained and filled with sticky notes, just like my life.

This book reminds us to take things one day at a time, and really be present in the moment. I find it uplifting in a world where everything is moving so fast and thinking about the future is the mentality that capitalism sets up. Good job.

Shortly after starting to read this amazing book, I knew I had to share it with others. I wanted 15 copies, and I found the store.com to be the best! I got all the copies quickly and FREE shipping made the whole experience a pleasure!!

I began reading this book on January 1, 2011 and I love it! His insights are so simple and yet so powerful. I am not moved by every insight, but the majority of them are thought provoking. You will not be disappointed.

Mark Nepo writes from his heart and soul and this truly comes forth in his writings. As you read his words, you savor each gem of wisdom that touches your soul and spirit with an ahha...you know intuitively he knows.

I loved this book so much that I sent 5 copies to my special friends. They are all enjoying it. I look forward to each day just to read the next paassage. I know that I will read & reread each one over & over. It is thoughful & inspiring.

A wonderfully written book in digital format. Mark Nepo is a gifted writer, indeed! I love it because I can read it front to back, or on a certain day of the month where I might need some wisdom in my life.

This is a little daily reader, and it is really a lovely one. Mark Nepo borrows from many religions and philosophies of the world to give us a morsel to think about each day, and provides guidance for a daily meditation practice based on the reading.

I'm having a wonderful time reading this book daily. I've already recommended it to someone who purchased it right away and we have already had some intense telephone conversations about what we've read. For seekers, this is a great read.

I enjoy this book everyday. I have given a copy of it to everyone in my life that I care about. It makes you think about what really is important in your life on a daily basis. It should be mandatory reading for us all. Thank ou

I strongly recommend this book to those out there seeking a better understanding about themselves as human beings. Mark Nepo, the autor, has a refined and sensitive use of words to speak about Life. Love it! Love him!

This book was recommended by Oprah. My friend bought a copy, and I read a few pages, and decided I wanted to have one too. So I bought it. However, I don't follow it daily, like it's meant to be read. I've found it just doesn't resonate with me.

I heard about this book from Oprah & it is simply wonderful!! It is insightful, informative and with exercises to reinforce the principle/lesson. The large print ensures I can read it first thing in the morning, without needing my reading glasses. While the book begins January 1, you can start it anytime!!

This is an excellent daily guide with uplifting spiritual readings which do not fall into any particular religious ideology. It is great for someone who celebrates life and their connection to all of the hidden powers which support us. I have used this daily for eight years. It was a gift from a dear friend and I recently purchased a copy for my sister as a gift. She had read mine when she was visiting me.

I am a life coach for widows.
I suggest to all my clients that they purchase this amazing book. It gently, lovingly and firmly reminds us each day of who we are and that in order to emerge, we need to accept that where we are is where we are supposed to be. Even if it is messy. I am so grateful for this book.

A must have on your bed stand. Do not go to bed or start your day without reading Mark's thought for the day. RICH beyond any pot of gold....for YOU and I are beyond the mere trinkets and scraps we often fight for/hold on to. LIVE brilliantly roadmap.

Some of the stories are interesting but overall this book is pretty dumb with a lot of advice like: "Sit quietly and envision x, y, z. Ponder it. Relate it to your life." Deep, very deep dude. Think of something in your life that is like a rock with someone pouring water over it. Ponder the water. Ponder the rock. Think about how they relate to a situation in your life. I didn't get a whole lot from that kind of dribble and I am pretty annoyed at Oprah for talking this up and tricking me into buying it. Seriously lowers my respect for Oprah. I thought she was semi intelligent. But no matter. I am leaving this book in my community laundry mat. Maybe someone else will appreciate it more than I do. But I seriously doubt it.

A beautiful gift for yourself or a loved one. Dated daily essays to ponder along with daily exercises to strengthen those spiritual muscles. I'm admittedly a biased huge fan of Mark's writing. I've never bought a daybook before and didn't realise that's what this was when I purchased it. If I'd known I might have missed out on a treasure. It is structured with dates but there is no year so this book can be read and re-read year after year and I'm sure each read will reveal another level of wisdom. If you're on the fence about making this purchase, I'm sure you won't be sorry if you decide yes, and there's no reason to wait until the beginning of a year to buy it.

Each article in this book guides me in ways that I have not been guided before. The words are living words and as I read I connect with them. I maybe encountering an area of confusion or darkness in my day, and when I pick up the book and read a section relating to a similar experience, lo and behold, I find I am guided. I can now observe the self-same area of confusion, but this time, in a different way. The guided meditations work. As I said, these are living words, and they trans-form. Thank you very much for an excellent piece of work. This book is one of my very special guiding lights.

I start every morning with an inspiration from this book. I take the time I need to reflect on the daily passage and have found it to be a way of learning about the real person I am. I have been searching for inner peace for so long , this book has helped me to meditate on the important things to make my life and my inner self more complete and at peace. I love this book and want to give everyone I know a copy.

While there are many insightful passages, I find the author stuck in the past. He's always bringing up his cancer & bad relationship with his mother. My heart goes out to him, but I find the book depressing in some ways. I'm sure it would be helpful to others, just not me.