The Untethered Soul
by Michael A. Singer · Michael A. Singer
Michael Singer's book on observing thoughts and emotions from the position of a detached witness, drawing on yogic and contemplative traditions. Readers learn to notice habitual mental chatter, let go of reactive patterns, and practice staying open during difficult experiences.
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