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This ground-breaking biography of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi - the ONLY one of its kind - telling the story of Maharishi and the spread of Transcendental Meditation, is now available by popular demand, in a new, revised, re-invigorated, expanded, up-to-date illustrated paperback version.
In this comprehensive biography Paul Mason describes the early days of Maharishi's teachings in the 1950s, the popularization of TM through the 1960's, the presentation of TM in specifically scientific terms, the introduction of the Science of Creative Intelligence (SCI) as well as the introduction of the lesser known aspects of the world's oldest system of healthcare - Ayurveda, and other ancient Indian sciences hitherto almost unheard of that evidently served to enhance the lives of hundreds of thousands of people, and finally the attempts to enter mainstream politics with the Natural Law Party.
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, a very famous son of India, leapt to prominence in the 1960s when his teaching of Transcendental Meditation (TM) and his widely-reported involvement with The Beatles and the Beach Boys provoked reactions from reverence to awe as a singular Indian monk from the Himalayas took the world by storm, having arrived on Western shores with nothing but good intentions. Painstakingly researched, and objectively presented, Paul Mason takes us behind the scenes, drawing on scarce and previously unpublished material.
Much more than just a biography, this is a seminal enquiry that draws readers into a more meaningful understanding of their own lives through a deeper look into the aims and methods of Maharishi's organisations. We are taken deep into the Indian tradition of the Vedic scriptures, the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita. This work is also a celebration of Maharishi's life and his initiative to share his very original style of thinking, offering fresh perspectives on age-old themes, and massive optimism for progress and happiness.
It is thought that this completely refreshed account of Maharishi's life will be of great interest to all readers, meditators and non-meditators alike.
Details:
Paperback: 406 pages
95 illustrations
Dimensions: Royal size
234mm x 21.1mm x 156mm
9.21 x 0.83 x 6.14
Publisher: Premanand (11 June 2020)
Language: English
ISBN: 978-0-9562228-5-5
We know that our world is undergoing seismic change--but how can we emerge from the crisis a fairer, more equal society?
Over the past two centuries or so, capitalism has undergone profound changes--economic cycles that veer from boom to bust--from which it has always emerged transformed and strengthened. Surveying this turbulent history, Paul Mason's Postcapitalism argues that we are on the brink of a change so big and so profound that this time capitalism itself, the immensely complex system within which entire societies function, will mutate into something wholly new. At the heart of this change is information technology, a revolution that is driven by capitalism but, with its tendency to push the value of much of what we make toward zero, has the potential to destroy an economy based on markets, wages, and private ownership. Almost unnoticed, in the niches and hollows of the market system, swaths of economic life are beginning to move to a different rhythm. Vast numbers of people are changing how they behave and live, in ways contrary to the current system of state-backed corporate capitalism. And as the terrain changes, new paths open. In this bold and prophetic book, Mason shows how, from the ashes of the crisis, we have the chance to create a more socially just and sustainable economy. Although the dangers ahead are profound, he argues that there is cause for hope. This is the first time in human history in which, equipped with an understanding of what is happening around us, we can predict and shape the future.
Located just outside the village of Bath, Ontario, St. Cuthbert's College prides itself on its beautiful lakeside campus, rich academic curriculum, diverse sports and cultural programs, and stable of distinguished graduates. But when a seventeen-year-old student is found stabbed to death in the chapel, the school's management is desperate to separate itself from the crime, even though Detective-Sergeant Diane Stewart comes to believe the murderer is a member of the school community. A fast-moving tale of deceit and intrigue, To Our Graves is a thrilling crime novel set in an exclusive Canadian private school.
'The Beatles, Drugs, Mysticism & India' is the detailed story of The Beatles' quest for bliss, self-knowledge and enlightenment through extensive experimentation with drugs, and dabbling in mysticism; their journey through psychedelia to transcendence. The Beatles' involvement with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and the practice of Transcendental Meditation is told in great detail, largely by The Beatles themselves and also by a great many others who were with them. The book is a documentary-in-print, profusely illustrated with many previously unpublished colour photos which complement the text in revealing the intimate untold story of those heady times.
According to John, The Beatles first became aware of things Indian during the filming of the movie 'Help ', which coincidentally was when George Harrison first tried playing a sitar. Their experiences with drugs ushered in a period of intense questioning, and The Beatles became increasingly mystical, looking deeper within themselves and out at the world around them. The Beatles ceased to be a performing group, and whilst making 'Rubber Soul', 'Revolver' and 'Sergeant Pepper', John, Paul, George and Ringo emerged as four distinct individual artists and thinkers, creating new sounds through creative experimentation; making music that stirs both head and heart.
The Beatles met with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in August 1967, and learned about Transcendental Meditation, a simple exercise practised for about twenty minutes or so, twice daily. Almost immediately they renounced the use of drugs and became ambassadors for Transcendental Meditation. Although The Beatles didn't make a record promoting meditation, they recorded a song entitled 'Across the Universe' with a reference to 'Guru Dev', Maharishi's guru, who revived the teaching of meditation, not just to monks but to everyday folks too.
In February 1968, The Beatles flew out to India to attend a teacher-training course with Maharishi, at a retreat near the ancient holy town of Rishikesh in a forested area of the Himalayan foothills by the River Ganges. John, Paul, George and Ringo were accompanied by their womenfolk, Cynthia Lennon, Jane Asher, Pattie Boyd, Jenny Boyd and Maureen Starkey, and their road manager, Mal Evans, and all of them spent their time in India, meditating, listening to Maharishi, and socialising with other students, some of whom were musicians, such as flautist Paul Horn, singer Mike Love of The Beach Boys, and singer/songwriter Donovan. The musicians would often get together to play and write, and George would play his sitar for his fellow students. Whilst in India, The Beatles wrote many notable songs, some of which appeared on the 'White Album', such as 'Back in the USSR', 'Dear Prudence', 'Julia' and 'The Continuing Story of Bungalow Bill', to name but a few, and Donovan also wrote new material, including one about Maharishi called 'Hurdy Gurdy Man'.
John, Paul, George and Ringo all found great inspiration in the spiritual teachings of India, and though John Lennon's attention shifted to his newfound relationship with Yoko Ono, his interest in meditation endured. The break up of The Beatles took its toll on each of them, but come what may, they all seem to have continued to value the practice of meditation, and George, Paul and Ringo all performed at benefit concerts in order to raise awareness of the value of meditation. The Beatles' musical heritage will most likely endure for centuries; hopefully their idealist quest for Peace, Love & Understanding will ultimately prevail and governments will 'Give Peace a Chance'
Isn't it time you stopped walking on eggshells?
Do you feel manipulated, controlled, or lied to by someone close to you? Are you the focus of their intense, violent, and irrational rages? Do you feel criticized and blamed all the time? If the answer is yes, someone you care about may have borderline personality disorder (BPD)-a personality disorder that causes negative self-image, emotional volatility, and difficulties with interpersonal relationships. The good news is you can bring peace and stability back into your life. This newly revised and updated self-help classic will show you how, one confident step at a time.
Stop Walking on Eggshells has already helped more than one million people who have friends and family members diagnosed with BPD to understand this difficult disorder, communicate without apology, and set limits. This third edition includes new (and surprising) information on narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), men with BPD, children with BPD, and coping and communication skills you can use right now to stabilize your relationship with your loved one.
This practical and compassionate guide will help you:
√ Make sense of the chaos
√ Stand up for yourself and assert your needs
√ Defuse arguments and conflicts
√ Protect yourself and others from violent behavior
My 'gold-standard' recommendation for learning how to live with, love, and care for people who struggle with BPD.
-Jeffrey C. Wood, PsyD, coauthor of The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook
A dark, triangular fin slicing through the water can be a terrifying sight. Read the stories of the brave (and lucky) people who have survived real-life shark attacks, such as spearfisher Rodney Fox, who was grabbed by a great white, and Mick Fanning, attacked during a surfing contest. Find out which shark species are involved, what causes attacks, how dolphins have saved people, how to fight back, and much more. Fascinating facts and brilliant photography capture the drama, but don't worry--you are more likely to be struck by lightning than to be bitten by a shark
Chances are, when you think of sharks, it's the great white or hammerhead that swim into view But the world's oceans hold around 500 different species of sharks, and some are extremely bizarre. Check out sharks with strong fins used to crawl on land, a whip-like tail to stun fish, a saw-like snout, and cunning seaweed camouflage. Meet the owners of these cool features and find out how they use them. Superb photographs and action-packed text take you down to the depths to view an array of fascinating but rarely seen creatures.
Colour printed - 130 illustrations Tales of meetings with Dandi Swami Narayananand Saraswati, the Guru's Will, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi & the Shankaracharyas of Jyotir Math. 'Dandi Swami' is a book celebrating the life of Dandi Swami Narayananand Saraswati and explores the lives of others from his lineage of thinkers. Dandi Swami Narayananand Saraswati was a contempory of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the man who popularised Transcendental Meditation. Both used to listen to the teachings of the same guru, Shankaracharya Swami Brahmanand Saraswati. When the guru died he left a Will empowering one of his disciples to take his place as Shankaracharya of Jyotir Math, in the Himalayas. Not everyone was happy with the Will, and there have been disputes over succession ever since. It appears that Dandi Swami was offered the post of Shankaracharya but declined, preferring a life of seclusion. 'Dandi Swami' presents many quotations from Dandi Swami's teacher, Swami Shantanand, providing food for thought, and spiritual solace. 'Dandi Swami' includes selected quotations from Swami Brahmanand, a guru who had the ear of the first President of India. 'Dandi Swami' explores spiritual questions through the eyes of those that meet with Dandi Swami. Accounts of visitors such as Rob H van Dijk and Paul Mason offer glimpses into the life and beliefs of this humble hermit. An interview with David Sieveking offers futher insights into the retiring personality of Dandi Swami.
