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The Power of Now

The Power of Now

Eckhart Tolle

Mindset & Self-Development4/5Read

Summary

Lesson Highlights The present moment is the only true reality — all suffering is rooted in resisting it. The mind creates fear, stress, and anxiety by living in the past or future. Awareness of your thoughts is the first step toward mastering them. You are not your mind; you can observe it and detach from its noise. Stillness is a powerful state that unlocks clarity, peace, and intuition.

My Review & Notes

"About the Book" The Power of Now presents a simple yet profound teaching: the present moment is the only place where life truly exists. Eckhart Tolle explains how most suffering comes from living in mental projections of the past or future, and how grounding yourself in the Now opens the door to peace, clarity, and inner transformation. "Key Insights" • The mind is a tool, not a master — awareness allows you to step out of compulsive thinking. • Emotional pain is strengthened by mental stories; presence dissolves these stories. • The ego survives by creating problems — awareness dissolves the ego’s grip. • Stillness is not inactivity; it is the space where creativity and insight appear. "Why It Matters Today" In an age of distraction, anxiety, and rapid change, the ability to access inner stillness becomes a superpower. The Power of Now provides a practical path to reduce stress, improve focus, and build a healthier inner life, which directly impacts leadership, relationships, and decision-making."