Look for Yourself: The Science and Art of Self-Realization [Paperback]

Douglas E. Harding (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 1998

This book is an outstanding collection of essays by Douglas Harding, author of the contemporary spiritual classic "On Having No Head."In "Look for Yourself," the esteemed mystic/philosopher helps us to discover what is so obvious about our true nature, yet so easily overlooked. The book is, in effect, a heartfelt challenge to the reader to awaken to the true identity that is (as Harding makes evident) more wonderful than any of us can imagine, and easier to perceive than anything in the world.These writings convey exactly how and where to look in order to find this treasure of sanity and well-being. What's more, they verify the immense personal and universal implications of awakening to our infinite nature.

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About the Author

Douglas Harding's work represents a breakthrough in communicating the experience and meaning of true identity. Combining insight and humor in his characteristic fashion, Harding leads us toward the rediscovery of "oneself" by oneself, articulating the way home in a manner that is always fresh and authentic.

Product Details

• Paperback: 187 pages
• Publisher: Inner Directions; First Edition edition (February 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1878019015
• ISBN-13: 978-1878019011
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #489,374 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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48 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Wake-up Call I've ever seen, July 25, 1999

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This review is from: Look for Yourself: The Science and Art of Self-Realization (Paperback)

Harding exceeds the remarkable clarity of even his own previous work with this gem of clarity and insight into our fundamental nature. A "must read" for anyone who want to really "get" what Zen, Buddhism, Christianity, etc. have really been about - and to get it in a moment, instead of at the end of a lifetime's effort!

27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An interesting approach to the duality of experience, April 8, 2002

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Shawn Regan (marietta, GA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Look for Yourself: The Science and Art of Self-Realization (Paperback)

At first glance Harding's "headless" approach looks more like a gimmic than a spiritual exercise. Pretending that one has no head seems like something for children to do. Harding's methods help one break through the subject/object duality of experience. All experience begins with the "I" thought. With Harding's headless method the "I" is no longer idenfied with it's customary location in the head but with what one experiences.

I admit I had a hard time with some of his language as there seems to be a slight communication gap (for me anyway) between British and American english. It wasn't until I actually has a headless experience that I saw the profundity of his work. With so many spiritual texts sounding like the other this is truly a unique work and perspective.

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars who are you really really?, May 25, 2002

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Orva Schrock "Author of "Worthless Boy"" (goshen, in United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Look for Yourself: The Science and Art of Self-Realization (Paperback)

mr harding has for half a century traveled the world sharing his view of our ultimate identity. he has also found time to write some great books. this is one of his best. for that matter it is one of THE best. he simplifies the in-seeing into our truest and deepest identity. with that seeing and realization comes a great clarity of who and what and where we really are. you could sit in zazen for 10 yrs or read this book in 3 hrs. either method has a very good chance of helping you know yourself in a truly new and wonderful and freeing way. most problems will shrink into a manageable size once you realize WHO has the problem. most joys will be increased when you see the wonder of their SOURCE. this book is profoundly spiritual without being dogmatic, sectarian, or emotionally icky. there's no superstition here, just a clear sweet insight into WHO you are and what I AM.