I love the way that this short book begins. It discusses the profound effect of a question, where it can lead and what it can give you. It makes sense because it is what the title is all about. This is a beautiful little book. The four questions have everything to do with life. The author is clear that these questions must be asked over and over again. I think that you will enjoy the depth of this book. This book contains wisdom you can apply to your life and enjoy the benefits of if you put its principles into practice.
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Question Marks Are a "Hook" and This Book "Hooked" Me Immediately
As a journalist, I was trained to shape my stories around the answers to fundamental questions like who, what, where, when, why, and how. As an educator, I was taught to prepare my lessons in a way that anticipated and addressed the questions of my students. A great question is not just a point of punctuation, but the spark that ignites a journey of discovery and transformation. The author of "The Four Questions: A Pathway to Inner Peace," Vaisesika Dasa, puts it concisely: "With a question, you can discover truths of ancient wisdom, investigate your own heart, and discover your true eternal nature as an individual conscious being."I read "The Four Questions" during a recent travel day and decided to start putting the content to work immediately. For example, question number two is, "How may I be of service?" and that became my mental mantra for the entire day. On my first flight, it was easy to activate the principles. Everyone knows that boarding can be frustrating; passengers are stressed, overhead space is often non-existent, and young parents are struggling to corral their kids down the aisles. I could have done what I usually do: quickly take my seat, put on my noise-canceling headphones, and shut my eyes. Instead, I decided to be fully present to those around me and look for ways to serve. From helping others get their bags in the overhead bins, to putting on my biggest smile for folks who were boarding, I was immersed in the joy of service. The wonder of joy is that it is contagious. It spreads, so we will never know how far it may go from one act of service or gesture of kindness. Reflecting on the first question, "What is my purpose?" I realized that my deepest purpose was manifested in this service. And when we are serving, we seem best situated to learn the lessons life offers us (Question 3: What is the lesson?). The fourth question, "Where am I investing my attention right now?" was also at work; because I invested my time, attention, and energy in service, I felt fully alive and tapped into a reservoir of joy within.The book is so full of nuggets, anecdotes, and timeless wisdom from ancient texts that it needs to be read again and again. I've added these four questions to my morning planning for the day. They would also be immensely helpful for reviewing your week (something I do each Sunday evening). I can ask, "How did I align with my purpose this week? How did I respond to opportunities for service?" "What lessons did I learn this week?" and "How did I invest my attention over the last seven days?"For me, "The Four Questions" deserves to be among the great classics of spirituality, personal growth, and self-realization. It is wonderfully illustrated, includes questions for reflection and application for each chapter, and has an excellent glossary at the end for words that may be unfamiliar to the reader. I look forward to sharing it as a gift with friends so we can hold each other accountable and share our stories of putting the book to work in our lives.
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