Awareness: The Perils and Opportunities of Reality

discover freedom beyond attachment and awaken your true self

Anthony de Mello

1990

6 Key Insights

About This Book

Step into a life beyond habits, cravings, and fear as you explore a simple yet powerful path to waking up. You’ll learn to spot the hidden resistance that keeps you trapped in routines and see your own mind with fresh eyes. Through real-life exercises and vivid reflections, you’ll break free from limiting beliefs and discover how to cultivate genuine joy, clarity, and love. This journey will shift you from surviving on autopilot to thriving in full presence, turning everyday moments into gateways for transformation.

About the Author

Anthony de Mello, S.J., was a Jesuit priest, psychotherapist, and acclaimed retreat leader whose work bridged Eastern wisdom and Western psychology. Over two decades, he guided thousands across four continents toward deeper self-awareness and emotional freedom. His clear teaching style and warm humor made complex truths accessible, while his own practice of mindful living inspired lasting change. Today his recordings and writings continue to awaken readers and listeners around the world.

Biggest Takeaway

You’ll gain the tools to notice and dissolve the inner blocks that keep you stuck, freeing you from unhelpful patterns of anxiety, self-judgment, and emotional dependence. Expect greater emotional resilience, sharper focus, and more authentic relationships as you learn to observe without attachment. Experience deeper creative flow at work, calmer reactions under stress, and richer enjoyment of simple pleasures. Ultimately, you’ll reclaim your freedom, self-compassion, and a steady sense of joy that isn’t tied to any external result.

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