{"product_id":"beyond-the-sleeping-mind-ancient-wisdom-institute-9798263187910","title":"Beyond the Sleeping Mind: Gurdjieff's Path to Awakening","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the Revolutionary Path to Conscious Living That Transforms Ordinary Life Into Spiritual Practice\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAre you tired of spiritual teachings that require you to withdraw from the world? What if there was a way to awaken to your highest potential while fully engaged with work, relationships, and daily responsibilities?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorge Ivanovich Gurdjieff (1866-1949) developed the most practical system of human transformation ever created, and this book makes his profound wisdom accessible for the first time to modern readers.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the Ancient Wisdom Institute, dedicated to bringing the timeless teachings of history's greatest mystics into the hands of as many people as possible, comes a groundbreaking exploration of the man who revolutionized spiritual practice for the modern world. In clear and practical language, this book makes Gurdjieff's profound and often challenging ideas accessible, guiding readers step by step toward awakening in daily life.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike meditation retreats or monastic practices, Gurdjieff's \"Fourth Way\" shows you how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBreak free from unconscious patterns\u003c\/b\u003e that keep you reactive and mechanical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTransform daily activities\u003c\/b\u003e into opportunities for spiritual development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDevelop genuine presence\u003c\/b\u003e in relationships, work, and challenging situations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAccess higher states of consciousness\u003c\/b\u003e without abandoning your responsibilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCreate lasting inner change\u003c\/b\u003e through practices that fit into any lifestyle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes this book different: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✓ \u003cb\u003eComplete beginner-friendly approach\u003c\/b\u003e - No prior knowledge of esoteric teachings required\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cb\u003ePractical exercises\u003c\/b\u003e at the end of every chapter that you can start using immediately\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cb\u003eReal-life applications\u003c\/b\u003e for relationships, career challenges, and personal growth\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cb\u003eHistorically grounded\u003c\/b\u003e - Based on authentic teachings, not watered-down interpretations\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cb\u003eModern relevance\u003c\/b\u003e - Shows how ancient wisdom addresses contemporary challenges like digital distraction and information overwhelm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the remarkable story of Gurdjieff's search for hidden wisdom across Asia and the Middle East, to the revolutionary community he established in France, to the profound psychological insights that continue transforming lives today, this book provides everything you need to begin your own journey of conscious evolution.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for readers of: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEckhart Tolle, Ram Dass, and other consciousness teachers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMindfulness and meditation practitioners seeking deeper methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone interested in practical spirituality and personal transformation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents of psychology, philosophy, and human potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStop sleepwalking through your life. Start your journey to conscious living today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIncludes the essential Ray of Creation diagram and comprehensive appendices with chronological biography, authentic sources, and guidance for continued study.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ancient Wisdom Institute\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798263187910\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/01\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 196\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.59lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.42d","brand":"Ancient Wisdom Institute","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47425689682175,"sku":"9798263187910","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_fa893a62-1923-424f-87ba-8ed3d615c311.jpg?v=1761540950","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/beyond-the-sleeping-mind-ancient-wisdom-institute-9798263187910","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}