Eastern Wisdom for Your Soul [Paperback]

Richard A. Singer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1, 2007

Eastern Wisdom for Your Soul, contains 111 beautifully selected meditative quotations that spring from the Eastern spiritual traditions. Based on words spoken by spiritual figures such as M. Gandhi, the Dalai Lama, the Buddha and many more, Eastern Wisdom for Your Soul offers an opportunity for reflection and the gaining of self-knowledge.Written by award winning author Richard A. Singer, the book is divided into 11 sections each exploring a different topic, such as Mindfulness, Change, Death and Enlightenment. The topics contain a series of profound quotes, each followed by a meditation. A real life application passage at the end of every meditation assists you in putting this wisdom into practice, transforming your everyday life.

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"Richard Singer has outdone himself! If you thought his first book, Your Daily Walk with the Great Minds was wonderful, you haven't read anything yet. Singer has taken the word 'mindfulness' to a new level and shows us how to apply it to every moment of our lives." --Sue Vogan, Author/Radio Show Host

About the Author

Richard Singer is an award winning author, trained psychotherapist, and most importantly a seeker of truth. He continuously searches for wisdom to use in his life, as well as helping other human beings in their precious journey. He has studied Eastern Psychology, Buddhist Healing, and Non-Violence at the Doctoral Level; in addition, he has spent years devoted to the study of wisdom recorded throughout history. He seeks to impart this knowledge to the world through his writing. His primary purpose is to benefit humanity in any way possible. Richard states that My books are not only for reading, they are meant to be lived. Richard resides in the Cayman Islands with his wife Debbie and his twin sons, Matthew and Alexander.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Dreamriver Press; 1st edition (December 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0979790808
• ISBN-13: 978-0979790805
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,253,688 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Richard Singer is first of all a real human being who is quite faulty and still struggles with life on a daily basis, however on a wordly basis he is an award winning author, trained psychotherapist, Asst. Professor of Human and Social Services, and most importantly a seeker of truth. He continuously searches for wisdom to use in his life, as well as helping other human beings in their precious journey. He has studied Eastern Psychology, Buddhist Healing, and Non-Violence at the Doctoral Level; in addition, he has spent years devoted to the study of wisdom recorded throughout history. He seeks to impart this knowledge to the world through his writing. His primary purpose is to benefit humanity in any way possible. Richard states that My books are not only for reading, they are meant to be lived. Richard has written two meditation books and co-authored an inspirational children's book.He consistently supports human beings in their search for purpose and passion in life. Richard passionately believes in equality among all human beings. "After all we only have one race; the Human Race."


He has been featured in many magazines, on various radio and television shows including BBC News in London and his books have been widely reviewed specifically by Library Journal, Martha Stewart's Body and Soul Magazine and many other review forums.


He is available for speaking engagements, radio and television interviews and print articles concerning his writing.

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116 of 117 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More a Manual for Daily Enlightenment than a Book on Philosophy, February 12, 2008

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Grady Harp (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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Richard A. Singer is a highly respected psychotherapist who has devoted his life to understanding Eastern psychology/philosophy: he has also committed his time to writing books on his personal discoveries and shares his thoughts not as a 'Guru or Sage', but as a warmly friend guide to bring the secrets of Eastern wisdom to the public. EASTERN WISDOM FOR YOUR SOUL is, then, less a course in philosophy and more of an encouragement to practice means to find peace and tranquility in each of our lives, the obvious extension of that mission would be to alter the way we are living on this planet.

The first attribute of this fine book is the simplicity of approach Singer uses. He has gathered 111 meditations from wide sources (the Dalai Lama, Buddha, Gandhi, Lao Tzu, Sufi and Zen sayings, etc) and uses these memorable brief statements to initiate a meditation, the goal of which is to bring the reader into contact with the only reality that exists: the present moment. The manner in which he manages to move even the most cynical reader is the delicate yet straightforward use of quotation, then thought, then Meditation, then thought, then Real Life Application. Using this simple (yet profound) formula Singer leads the reader through the paths of Mindfulness, Truth, Change, Ego/Illusion, Our True Nature, Unity/Oneness, Simplicity, Compassion, Anger and Resentment, Death, and ultimately Enlightenment. And he makes the journey gentle, asking only that the pages of entry in this book be absorbed slowly, using the mind clearing meditative state to come into a place where we understand our place in the oneness of the Universe.

Not that any of this information is new: it represents centuries of Eastern tradition and wisdom. Yet Singer somehow makes it all feel accessible, allowing each reader to grow at a pace most conducive to personal lives. Growing (and the is what the process certainly promises) becomes natural, as natural as waking up after a life nap of misconceptions. This is as valuable a source of learning Eastern wisdom as you will find. Grady Harp, February 08

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars enlightenment is found within, October 25, 2007

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Heather Froeschl (Callaway, Virginia) - See all my reviews
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Buddha said, "Although I showed you the means of liberation, you must know it depends on you alone." Surely these must be the thoughts of author Richard A. Singer, Jr. regarding his latest work, Eastern Wisdom for Your Soul. Singer has done it again, offering guidance, and reminding us all that enlightenment is found within.

Through 111 meditations, inspired by quotations from eastern teachers, Singer shares with the reader his understanding of the wisdom imparted. Each meditation pairs with a real life application - a how-to for you to put the principle into action. These are shared under 11 core sections, such as Our True Nature, Unity, Compassion, and Enlightenment. A few of my favorites are: Change - your greatest ally in your personal journey. "It is possible that you may be moving rather quickly, but not truly going anywhere." Unity/Oneness - "No culture can live if it attempts to be exclusive," said Gandhi. And Anger and Resentment - Buddha said, "Some people are like big children, harming others without even seeing it. Staying angry with these fools is like being mad at fire because it burns."

Singer is not trying to preach a religion. His sharing of the eastern philosophies, such as found in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism, is an offering of ancient wisdom that each reader will interpret differently and in the way they are personally meant to. His use of quotes is a tool to bring home the thought behind it and have the reader connect to the principle. We all have thoughts on being mindful, change, truth, death, and simplicity. This book is an outreach to help readers to find their own truth, leave their ego behind, and be in the now.

In a twelfth chapter, Richard shares 111 thought provoking quotes so that you can continue to meditate in the fashion the book introduces to you. A final chapter outlines the popular 12 steps of recovery, but in eastern terms. We are all recovering from the thought processes that society has instilled in us. If we follow the ancient thoughts of eastern wisdom, we may just find ourselves within ourselves, and that's a good place to be.

This easy to read and understand book is a breath of fresh air. It is a reminder of what is truly important. Singer may not wish to be the guru on the mountaintop but he is a fellow traveler and a guide, found on the beaches of the Cayman Islands. Thank the universe for his trail markings, like Eastern Wisdom for Your Soul.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple, pure wisdom, August 6, 2008

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Phillip M. White "Phillip in San Diego" (San Diego) - See all my reviews
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I bought 7 copies for my friends. I am very impressed with the wisdom and purity of this volume. It condenses the writings of many wise teachers into one book - easy to read, good format, powerful words. I recommend this to anyone interested in growing spiritually.