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Unclouded by Longing: Meditations on Autism and Being Present in an Overwhelming World
Christopher Goodchild
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Description for Unclouded by Longing: Meditations on Autism and Being Present in an Overwhelming World
Paperback. Mapped out in thoughtful, visionary prose, this book lights the way to clear-sighted, peaceful living. Informed by a combination of eastern and western philosophy, faith and the experiences of an author with autism, it examines the emotional challenges of modern life, and how to overcome them to live freely and tenderly. Illustrator(s): Lonneman, Julie. Num Pages: 168 pages, 10. BIC Classification: HRCC97; HRCS; HRCS1; HRLK; HRLK2; MJNA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 197 x 130. .
Truth waits for eyes unclouded by longing.' Lao-Tzu (poet and philosopher) In this collection of short, contemplative, enlightening reflections, spiritual teacher and Quaker Christopher Goodchild, inspired by his own experiences, guides you through his spiritual and philosophical journey to his truest and most peaceful self. Written from a 'soul' perspective, the book reveals how, by looking beyond vulnerability to see innate strength, and searching beyond pain and turmoil to find peace and serenity, anyone can affirm their true humanity despite the hardships and distractions of modern life. Christopher's compassionate route through ... Read more
Truth waits for eyes unclouded by longing.' Lao-Tzu (poet and philosopher) In this collection of short, contemplative, enlightening reflections, spiritual teacher and Quaker Christopher Goodchild, inspired by his own experiences, guides you through his spiritual and philosophical journey to his truest and most peaceful self. Written from a 'soul' perspective, the book reveals how, by looking beyond vulnerability to see innate strength, and searching beyond pain and turmoil to find peace and serenity, anyone can affirm their true humanity despite the hardships and distractions of modern life. Christopher's compassionate route through ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
Weight
28g
Number of Pages
168
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781785921223
SKU
V9781785921223
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-1
About Christopher Goodchild
Christopher Goodchild is a Spiritual teacher and Quaker at the Westminster Meeting. He was diagnosed with high-functioning autism at the age of 40, and is now an Ambassador for the National Autistic Society.
Reviews for Unclouded by Longing: Meditations on Autism and Being Present in an Overwhelming World
With a wisdom honed by transformative pain, Christopher Goodchild invites us to suffuse our lives with a spacious consciousness from which to engage with what is. A moving, beautiful and profoundly truthful book.
Jennifer Kavanagh, author of `The World is our Cloister' and `A Little Book of Unknowing'
Jennifer Kavanagh, author of `The World is our Cloister' and `A Little Book of Unknowing'