The Mindful Universe
A journey through the inner and outer cosmos
by Mark Westmoquette
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Pub Date Sep 15 2020 | Archive Date Oct 01 2020
Quarto Publishing Group –Leaping Hare | Leaping Hare Press
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Description
The Mindful Universe explores the scientific workings of the Universe, its awe-inspiring nature and how it can be partnered with mindfulness to bring meaning to our lives.
The universe is an infintely complex concept. Containing countless galaxies, solar systems and unknown planets. It encompasses everything we know, and everything we don't. This book explores how through exploring some of the deepest questions about the universe, we can also uncover insights about ourselves.
Mark Westmoquette takes you on a fascinating journey through space, time, our mind and the mysteries of the cosmos in this lovingly-written book. Through practical meditations, facts and anecdote, he points the reader to a life-affirming realisation: that when we start to observe things mindfully, just as they really are, we start to find the secrets of the Universe revealing themselves before our very eyes.
Part of the Mindfulness series, this book looks at science through the lens of mindfulness and spirituality, bringing together two seemingly opposed beliefs through topics such as:
- The journey of a photon
- Our chemical origins from the birth of stars
- The nature of time
- The limits to our senses
- The beauty of nebulae
- Non-duality and quantum theory
- ... and much more
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780711252837 |
| PRICE | $14.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 144 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Lory H, Reviewer
This book combines timeless wisdom and up to the minute scientific discoveries, and will be of interest for both beginners and longtime students of mindfulness. There are clear descriptions of practical exercises as well as fascinating information to contemplate. The message is life-affirming and brings us into the joy of the present moment while opening up vistas of learning and exploration into the vast reaches of the universe. The book is also beautifully designed and laid out. A real treasure to study and return to again and again.
Literary R, Reviewer
Through mindfulness, spirituality and science, the author says, we can better understand ourselves and the Universe. This original application of awareness in the moment is intriguing and ultimately brings hope to the reader. Includes helpful meditations and surprising scientific facts to broaden our vision, providing a life-changing exploration of our interior and exterior worlds. Highly recommended!
5 of 5 Stars
Pub Date 15 Sep 2020
Thanks to the author, to Quarto Publishing Group — Leaping Hare Press, and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are mine.
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Paul V, Reviewer
This is a nice take on mindfulness. Some of it is in the context of outer-space and the cosmos, which seems rare. It also pulls-in nature, which is much more common. It's written in a very relaxed and friendly style that is quite effective, and it includes a number of simple exercises which are great. It is a bit mind-blowing a times. but that should be a good stretch for readers. Recommended.
Thanks very much for the review copy!!
Monika D, Reviewer
The Mindful Universe is a mindfulness book like none other I've ever read. Written by astronomer Mark Westmoquette, this book communicates the depth of our connection to an incredible, awe-inspiring universe. Westmoquette explains the basic concepts of meditation and mindfulness, such as observing thoughts and how the body processes and responds to stress, in easy-to-access, everyday language. There's also a lot of science in here: physics, astrophysics, quantum mechanics, philosophy, and more. When the narrative did get heavy on the science, I was impressed by what a great teacher the author is.
Some of the suggested meditations are really unique! They're also practical and applicable to our lives as they are, not how we wish they'd be. I've found that sometimes meditation triggers an unsettling sense of existentialism that I can't hang out with for too long. But this book is so grounded in the science of the universe that, even with all we don't know, I found it very comforting.
The Mindful Universe is perfect for readers who are interested in mindfulness and meditation, love science, and crave a connection between these disciplines.
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