Open Eyed Meditations is a self-help book written by well-known
author Shubha Vilas (Author of the bestseller Ramayana-the game of life). I
received the book as a part of Blogadda Book review programme. After receiving
it, I was expecting to come across some tips to cope up with everyday problems
through meditation. A different perspective towards meditation has been
explained, we all think meditation to be a close eyed phenomenon but the author
differs from this view held generally by people. After finishing the book, I
have decided to gift each copy of it to both my siblings. I think it would be a
great gift for our near dear ones. It is not just any self-help book but an asset
with a collection of topics which everyone from all age groups can relate to. I
loved reading each of the 64 topics, as each topic has its relevance in today’s
world. I personally felt, few topics covered in the book are exclusively
written for me, to guide me where I was wrong and reflect upon my actions, so
that I could move forward without regrets.
Several topics on leadership have been covered and enough examples and short stories are given which will be very useful for people to identify their blind spots and inculcate new habits and manners that will make them efficient leaders in their area of expertise. I kind of felt, as if am going through a book on Organisational behaviour and development but with a twist and difference. Essence of each topic is given at the end of the chapter in form of snippets. This book not only makes one reflect on career oriented decisions and professional life but also on personal and spiritual life. ‘HIGHLY RECOMMENDED’.
Review by: Tapaswini Swain
Author: Shubha Vilas
Rating: 4.5/5
Publishers: Fingerprint! Belief
Price: Rs 250/-
Pages: 279
Cover: The image given has a deeper meaning and gives certain hints regarding what the readers can expect from the book.
Another unique feature of this book is the inclusion of short
stories from Ramayana and Mahabharata under each topic. In a very lucid manner
each issue has been discussed. The short stories make the book more interesting
and keep a reader hooked onto it. It also breaks the stereotype that only
Ramayana and Mahabharata are relevant in Hindu Mythology and has no
significance in today’s realty. There are people who find Ramayana and
Mahabharata quite boring, however this book has a great collection of stories
which anyone will find useful and can find solutions to their problems
This book is
so addictive, I finished reading it within 4 days. There is so much to learn
from this book, it gives us deeper insight into our complex lives. I
can go
through it again and again. Now my mother has started reading it, she is
someone who is very choosy when it comes to books and movies. So far she loves
the book. There is one topic ‘Who drives your decisions?’ made me retrospect my
actions made in past. Especially I have taken career oriented decisions either
out of fear or force, and those decisions have backfired at the end. These days
youngsters are under immense peer pressure. Due to peer pressure they get
easily distracted and focus on momentary happiness. Instead of harnessing their
potential and developing skills, their focus is on romantic relationships,
enjoyments and excursions. There are certain topics covered in the book which I
find completely apt and suitable for today’s younger generation. I would like
to suggest few such topics to them:
>Valentine’s
day secret tips.
>Do you
need what you shop or shop what you need?
>Is real
love in kisses and gifts?
>Are you
scared to be offline?
>Conditions
apply- in Love.
>Can I
hurt others without getting hurt?
>Why do
people once I loved now appear detestable?
Several topics on leadership have been covered and enough examples and short stories are given which will be very useful for people to identify their blind spots and inculcate new habits and manners that will make them efficient leaders in their area of expertise. I kind of felt, as if am going through a book on Organisational behaviour and development but with a twist and difference. Essence of each topic is given at the end of the chapter in form of snippets. This book not only makes one reflect on career oriented decisions and professional life but also on personal and spiritual life. ‘HIGHLY RECOMMENDED’.
Author: Shubha Vilas
Rating: 4.5/5
Publishers: Fingerprint! Belief
Price: Rs 250/-
Pages: 279
Cover: The image given has a deeper meaning and gives certain hints regarding what the readers can expect from the book.
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