Excellent Enlightening Experience

Richard Haight does the talk and the walk as he takes you through his first hand experiences and practises on how to achieve enlightenment.

An amazing book that can be read over and over again, with new gainful insights in each chapter. Even if you do not wish to experience enlightenment you will feel enriched, awakened and inspired to continue on your own journey of discovery. A truly great book teaching how to live meditation with all of its inherent wisdom, in daily life on a practical level.

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I LOVE this book!

Richard L. Haight has created a masterpiece with 'The Unbound Soul'. With great clarity, he shares his experience and advice on how to feel good, be happy and enjoy life. His extensive advice covers everything from meditating and increasing awareness, to taking care of yourself, managing relationships, freeing yourself from expectations and practising an excellent technique which he calls “Dance of the Self”.

In truth, the autobiographical Part One did little for me. I sadly felt that the author's voice was uninspiring and almost decided against listening to the rest of the book. I am so very glad that I stuck it out! Not only was Part One useful to understand the foundations of Haight's teachings, but come Part Two, there was a complete turnaround with renewed enthusiasm and strength, thankfully continuing right through to the end of the book - the content of which was truly outstanding. Seldom can an author so expertly convey their ideas like this: getting their message across so that anybody can take it on board and doing so in such a way that the reader feels respected and would never reasonably take offence.

This is the first time I have come across a book of this kind that I am really keen to recommend to others. Despite assumptions that may be made based on the title, Haight's take on everything is extremely grounded and can be applied to normal daily life. As Haight suggests, it is important to listen or read with an open mind, in order to enjoy and get the most out of this book. With this foundation, I honestly believe there is value in it for everyone and I hope it will bring you the same joy it has brought me.

A rocky start, but well worth the climb. I can easily give this book 5 out of 5 stars.

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Enriching!

Haight's engaging narrative, peppered with humor and anecdotes, draws readers into his spiritual journey. The blend of personal experiences, from non-violent encounters to martial arts and Amazonian rituals, underscores the depth of his teachings. Interesting for me is the concept of "isness" ,a message of unconditional forgiveness and acceptance. Haight's journey, depicted as nonlinear and exploratory, offers readers a refreshing perspective on spirituality and self-discovery. Overall, 'The Unbound Soul' promises an enlightening and enriching read. I absolutely recommend it.

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I feel like I found treasure

Broken into 4 parts starting with the authors story and progressing into the deep stuff I was totally entranced. If you read the first part alone you will have no idea of the depth and beauty that is hidden in this book. If you learn nothing from it then you are either deaf or not paying attention, its just amazing. I have just bought it in paperback for a birthday present for my son. I would highly recommend it to anyone sincerely looking to understand and progress on their spiritual path, the means are all here. Its not all floaty and dreamy,,its experiential, its deep, truthful and real. Going to relisten to it over and over because their are precious pearls in here and I want them to sink in.

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A unexpected gem

This book left me pleasantly surprised. I was quite reluctant at first, assuming it was going to be just another regurgitation of the many new-age books that have exploded onto the religious/spiritual scene, but all my reservations were crushed by the time I finished the last chapter. There are so many precious gems of wisdom here that are presented in a refreshingly humble way (which I won't reveal bc I want you to read/listen to it with an open mind), and I greatly respect how he constantly reminds us that this books is just a retelling of his own personal journey to unbinding the soul, not the only way.

This is a book I will be going back to again and again as my own spiritual evolution progresses and I recommend this to anyone spiritually inclined (or not?) to give this one a read/listen.

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Visual Clarity

This was a great read to support my journey of understaning of who i am .?

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really good

I really enjoyed listening to this book its helped me in so many different ways. I love myself again, I've find my way again and just feel so good thank u xx

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A thought provoking and interesting book.

This book is an interesting account of the author’s spiritual journey growing up in California to living in Japan, mastering martial arts and their teachings and his ongoing quest for spiritual knowledge. The book provides techniques for mediation, living in the now and guidance on living a spiritual life. A thought-provoking and challenging book that has extended my own understanding in this area.

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Fantastic Book!

I admired the author's sincere account. I still have a long way to go, but it's all about practice. Wow—this is a fantastic book—I'll be reading it again soon.

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Thoroughly enjoyable

This audiobook was a fantastic journey from start to finish. It's great for anyone interested in meditation techniques, or just curious about the spiritual journey—worth a read.

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