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The Seat of the Soul

Written by: Gary Zukav
Narrated by: Gary Zukav, Maya Angelou (preface), Oprah Winfrey (preface)
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With the same extraordinary skill that he used to demystify scientific abstraction and the new physics, Gary Zukav, the award-winning author of The Dancing Wu Li Masters, here takes us on a brilliant and penetrating exploration of the new phase of evolution we have now entered.

With lucidity and elegance, Zukav explains that we are evolving from a species that pursues power based upon the perceptions of the five senses, external power, into a species that pursues authentic power, power that is based upon the perceptions and values of the spirit. He shows how the pursuit of external power has produced our survival-of-the-fittest understanding of evolution, generated conflict between lovers, communities, and superpowers, and brought us to the edge of destruction.

Using his scientist's eye and philosopher's heart, Zukav shows how infusing the activities of life with reverence, compassion, and trust makes them come alive with meaning and purpose. He illustrates how the emerging values of the spirit are changing marriages into spiritual partnerships, psychology into spiritual psychology, and transforming our everyday lives. The Seat of the Soul describes the remarkable journey to the spirit that each of us is on.

©1989 Gary Zukav (P)2006 Simon & Schuster Inc. All rights reserved.

What the critics say

"[Zukav's] high-minded synthesis is something more than old wine in a new bottle." ( Publishers Weekly)
"A remarkable treatment of thought, evolution, and reincarnation." ( Library Journal)

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Good basics of what you probably already know. The work book is a great tool and really appreciated that addition

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Finally! I have found my way home!

So, so grateful to have received this learning, this awakening and connecting with my inner most self. I have been yearning for this all of my life. My body, mind and spirit have been illuminated by the Light with a capital L. From the depths of my Soul I thank you Gary!

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Practical and Thoughtful Philosophical Outlook

Zukav creates a point of view about life and reality which is truly worthy of attention. Being both practical in suggestions for action and habit and philosophical in painting a universal life view, the ideas challenge ego-centric or cultural-centric thinking. The book pushes one to appreciate a reality which is universal and achievable to benefit anyone's life. Although not all the ideas are necessarily acceptible to everyone, the book remains a most interesting journey for a soul.

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Brilliant

I have now listened to Seat of the Soul 5 times. Each time I learn something new. Brilliant listen. Thank-you Gary.

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A good read!

#Audible1 Actually a must read for those on their spiritual journey! Gary Zukav is a true Guru.

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Amazing!

it is so good and comprehensive. If you are looking for answers and a meaning for life, then get this book immediately!

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Excellent book

#Audible1 I love this book.... thought-provoking, interesting and inspiring.... I will buy all books by this author.

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VERY ENLIGHTENING TEXT

A must read for ALL but only the Spiritually Minded Ones will find it very ENLIGHTENING.
Gary, the Author did a great job at reading it himself. His voice is so soothing.
I listened to it twice ..... just to let his voice echo in my ears.
Many of the Statement Gary made in the book, I already knew and has proven.
So glad he just confirms it for me.
Thank you Gary, Thank you Oprah for promoting this book.
I knew of Gary through you. Blessings

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Great life perspective!

This is a great read ... Makes you think and wonder but always visualise a life perspective starting at the root...the soul

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Great for those who are curious and open minded

There are some wild ideas in this book. Some of which I’ve heard before, But much of it is new to me. Regardless of your personal and/or religious beliefs, there is a plethora or knowledge and valuable insights in this book. Even if you don’t share all of the beliefs put forth in this book, it’s a read that is valuable to gain new perspectives.

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