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Mentioned in 52 episodes

Be Here Now

Book • 1971

Be Here Now is a seminal book on spirituality, yoga, and meditation written by Ram Dass.

The book is divided into four sections: 'Journey', which details Ram Dass's transformation from a Harvard psychologist to a spiritual seeker; 'From Bindu to Ojas', a core section that includes spiritual themes and inspirational quotes; 'Cookbook for a Sacred Life', a manual for conscious living with practical advice on meditation, yoga, and diet; and 'Painted Cakes (Do Not Satisfy Hunger)', a list of recommended books for further spiritual exploration.

The book emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment, shedding ego and material attachments, and finding unity with the divine through unconditional love and mindfulness.

Mentioned by

Elizabeth Gilbert

Mike Maples Jr.

Elle MacPherson

Mentioned in 52 episodes

Mentioned by

Tim Ferriss

in relation to his book "Be Here Now" and his spiritual journey.

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Mentioned by Donald Lopez as one of the books he read as a child of the 60s.

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Mentioned by

Sam Harris

in the context of his spiritual journey and his introduction to meditation.

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Mentioned by

Mark Watts

as a book published in 1971, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2021.

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Mentioned by

Elizabeth Gilbert

while discussing Ram Dass's work and current research on psilocybin.

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Mentioned by

Russell Brand

in the context of love and truth.

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Mentioned by

Rick Rubin

as a book written by Ram Dass.

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Mentioned by

Elle MacPherson

as a book that resonated with her but whose message she didn't fully grasp until later in life.

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Mentioned by

Mike Maples Jr.

as a book that influenced him in his youth, alongside 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance' and 'Jonathan Livingston Seagull'.

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Mentioned by

Mike Maples

Jr. alongside other books he enjoyed in his youth.

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