The theme through all of the books on my list is that we can be in control of our health and happiness as long as we’re truly aware of this gift of life. Having been born into a modest family in England and leaving almost 60 years ago to live and work throughout the Caribbean, has opened my eyes to what creates happiness in this wonderful journey of life. From my years based in the Cayman Islands with its rich multicultural society, I’ve had a full life of working across both construction and cultural development, and with travel to more than 120 countries. It’s important to embrace the gifts I’ve both earned and received.
I was introduced to this book through a TV interview with Deepak Chopra, who I’d never heard of before, whilst waiting for the outcome of my mother-in-law’s aorta valve replacement.
The position that one’s body could be “ageless” and the mind “timeless” was fascinating given the circumstances. Deepak’s analysis in the book of how everyday life and one’s view of it can direct whether it’s good or bad can be life-changing.
Scientific studies show that the mind/body connection has an extraordinary power to heal. Ageless Body, Timeless Mind goes beyond ancient mind/body wisdom and current anti-aging research to show you do not have to grow old. With the passage of time, you can retain your physical vitality, creativity, memory and self-esteem. Dr Deepak Chopra bases his theories on the ancient Indian science of Ayurveda, according to which, optimum health is about achieving balance physically, emotionally and psychologically, and demonstrates that, contrary to our traditional beliefs about aging, we can use our innate capacity for balance to direct the way our bodies…
I found Erkhart’s book illuminating with its discussion of a key life shortcoming in the vast majority of the population: we don’t live in the “now.”
Instead, we concentrate on what went well in the past or what may or may not happen in the future. Meanwhile, we miss out on the only time we ever truly have, which is the here and now.
**CHOSEN BY OPRAH AS ONE OF HER 'BOOKS THAT HELP ME THROUGH'**
The international bestselling spiritual book, now with a new look for its 20th anniversary. Eckhart Tolle demonstrates how to live a healthier, happier, mindful life by living in the present moment.
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'I keep Eckhart's book at my bedside. I think it's essential spiritual teaching. It's one of the most valuable books I've ever read.' Oprah Winfrey
To make the journey into The Power of Now we will need to leave our analytical mind and its false created self, the ego, behind. Although the journey is challenging, Eckhart…
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I loved this book because of the breadth of cultures covered by the authors.
I found the Dalai Lama’s exile from his own country and his forgiveness of all those that had persecuted him meaningful. Similarly, Desmond Tutu had forgiven all those that had racially persecuted his people in South Africa. Both were able to find “joy” and total happiness in meeting and laughing together.
The book’s relevance to so many of our Caribbean people over the years and the cultural work I’ve done here made this book an outstanding lesson for all of us to readjust our compass.
Two spiritual giants. Seven days. One timeless question.
'The ultimate source of happiness is within us.' DALAI LAMA
'We grow in kindness when our kindness is tested.' DESMOND TUTU
Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama have been friends for many, many years. Between them, they have endured exile, violence and oppression. And in the face of these hardships, they have continued to radiate compassion, humour and above all, joy.
To celebrate His Holiness's eightieth birthday, Archbishop Tutu travelled to the Dalai Lama's home in Dharamsala. The two men spent a week discussing a single burning question: how do we…
I love this book because it so well describes the world’s current dilemma in which we’re bombarded with information from every source. It detracts from our interactions with our loved ones and fellow man.
Simply watching couples out for dinner who, instead of looking at each other and talking, have a phone in front of them, is so telling of our constant distractions.
"Rawat's deep wisdom is a breath of fresh air; Hear Yourself gives the gift of peace and gratitude in a time we sorely need it."-Ian Morgan Cron, author of The Story of You and co-author of The Road Back to You
"Hear Yourself invites us to take a journey from the outside world we live in everyday to the world of peace within us. I highly recommend this inspiring book to anyone ready to take that journey."-Bill McCarthy, Founder and President of The Unity Foundation
The renowned teacher and author of the internationally bestselling Peace Is…
Are you tired of feeling tired? In a world that never stops, Drowning Lifeguards is a compassionate, down-to-earth guide for anyone struggling with exhaustion, burnout, or chronic fatigue.
Written by Ruth Hull, homoeopathic doctor, herbalist, counsellor, and author of five health-science textbooks, it offers a fresh, human approach to healing.…
I’m recommending a second book by Deepak, but it’s written much later than the first.
This book offers a more focused and specific view on lifelong health. It provides sound direction as to how the body can heal itself with appropriate focus, or conversely, how we can destroy it with inappropriate negativity.
After collaborating on two major books featured as PBS specials, Super Brain and Super Genes, Chopra and Tanzi now tackle the issue of lifelong health and heightened immunity.
We are in the midst of a new revolution.
For over twenty-five years Deepak Chopra, M.D. and Rudolph E. Tanzi, Ph.D. have revolutionized medicine and how we understand our minds and our bodies—Chopra, the leading expert in the field of integrative medicine; Tanzi, the pioneering neuroscientist and discoverer of genes that cause Alzheimer's Disease. After reaching millions of people around the world through their collaborations on the hugely successful Super Brain and…
More than Just the Climb describes a life well-lived by a construction consultant from the UK who found himself at the center of Cayman Island’s business and cultural boom. Martyn Bould’s autobiography includes many lessons from the ups and downs of life’s twists of fate.
The author’s journeys include visiting 120 countries with his wife Vivian, meeting fascinating people along the way, and climbing many figurative and literal mountains—including Kilimanjaro, Aconcagua, and Fuji in his 70s. He describes in detail his journey through life’s successes and challenges, closely coupled with his cultural development journey within the talented Cayman society.
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A ground-breaking book with a highly original theme; helping women achieve self-love and thereby overcome the toxic consequences of male dominance, patriarchy, and traditional gender values. Within these pages, we meet twelve ordinary women and hear of their hopes, loves, despair, pain and triumphs. Through these stories, we learn about…
