Practicing the Power of Now: Essential Teachings, Meditations, and Exercises from the Power of Now Hardcover – September 25, 2001

I found this book to be better than 'The Power of Now'. It's true that much of the material in this book can be found in the other, but I found this book to be more concise and easier to comprehend than the original. It seems like the really confusing stuff that was found in 'The Power of Now' was not included in this book. This book seemed to just have the essential lessons of the original, which I liked and understood. It didn't have any of the more complicated and perhaps subjective stuff that the latter part of the original seemed to be filled with. That being said, if you haven't read either one, then start with 'The Power of Now', because it seems apparent that 'Practicing the Power of Now' assumes the reader has read the first and/or is already familiar with the basic concepts of his teachings.I truly believe that this guy has reached enlightenment and wrote this book from and enlightened state. Many of the things he says are so profound that I just re-read them again and again in utter fascination. He points out such simple truths that so many of us spend a lifetime overlooking. I find that when I'm not reading this, I'm thinking about it and ways to practice it in my life. Everything he said rang so true. I really can't find fault or criticism with anything he claims to be true, because deep down, I know it's true. I had just never heard anyone articulate it before. This guy has the answers to life. Now I just need to work on turning believing into experiencing. I'm very new to these Buddhist-like teachings, but Mr. Tolle has really opened my eyes to the power of it. The power of Now, that is.Also, if you're a Christian, as I am, and seem a bit skeptical by this type of teaching, I can assure you that nothing he says directly contradicts Christianity. Some terms he is reluctant to use, such as God, because of misuses of that term or idea, so he steps around that, so as not to offend certain readers. But I don't have a problem with that at all. Despite his vagueness in describing the Source of eternal love and peace and joy out there that we are all connected with, as a Christian it is easy for me to decide what he is talking about, and all his teachings have an overall message of love and peace and surrender; very complimentary to Christian ideals. If anything, this book strengthened my faith and has given me a better understanding of meditative prayer.Edit 4/27/19 - Even though Tolle does not subscribe to Christianity, he occasionally tries to use quotes from Jesus as supporting evidence of his teachings. I’m not sure why he does this. I can only guess that he is trying to connect with the Christian readers. Unfortunately, he seems to misinterpret Jesus in most cases, which hurts his cause. He clearly doesn’t recognize Jesus Christ as the Son of God, or of God Incarnate. I think he simply sees Jesus as an enlightened individual and so he tries to point out the similarities between what he is saying and what Jesus said, even though, in most cases, he is way off base on the message Jesus was delivering in the given case. Sadly, this has caused most of my Christian friends to immediately dismiss all the rest of his teaching as blasphemy or nonsense. If you can overlook this discrepancy though, you will still find this to be a very rewarding book. It’s not a religious book, it’s a philosophical book, which I still find to be the best of it’s kind.

For readers who appreciated The Power of Now but found the self-interview format a bit distracting, Practicing the Power of Now offers a welcome shift. It delivers the same core teachings in a clearer, more direct format—no back-and-forth, just distilled wisdom and guidance.By removing the Q&A structure, Tolle allows the reader to focus entirely on the message. The result is a more practical, accessible book that makes it easier to apply presence and stillness in daily life.In essence, it’s The Power of Now with the fluff removed—refined, focused, and deeply useful.

This is an excellent companion book to the basic "Power of Now" book. Helps you to learn/focus on the lessons learned in the book. I highly advise purchasing it.

God led me to this book and I slowly digested it over many months. During that time events happened that pushed me into therapy and receiving a diagnosis of mental illness that can be managed and I've gotten more from this book than I ever will from any counselor.

Excellent book. This will really help you with your life. Joining his online courses are very worthwhile.

Some got lost but others made it to me. Which ones I don’t remember. Just to comment on the author he is a great thinker deep thinker. I like his books. Tks

You have read the Now book, good follow up

I have read The Power of Now and A New Earth, and have since bought Practicing the Power of Now and Stillness Speaks and am halfway through each. I have to tell you, I am changing. Something has happened, and I am not afraid anymore. It took more than just reading one book. I had to keep flooding myself with these teachings and practicing them. At first I agreed with the words but I didn't feel the peace, at least not for long. I would read and feel it but the teachings would recede quickly to the back of my mind, allowing the usual judgments and fear to come to the front. These little hardbound books are just what I wanted, a rapid insertion of wisdom into my cluttered perception. If you have felt that Eckhart Tolle really does have something special in his explanation of who we are and how to find peace, than you should keep collecting his books. Or just have one and read it as many times as it takes, until you really get it. Eckhart didn't invent this stuff, it's everywhere from Jesus to the Buddha to dozens of other contemporary spiritual teachers. Tolle just teaches the priniciples in a way that sinks in for me. These principles are true; I know because I have found peace. It's awesome. Maybe the best thing that ever happened to me.