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A perfect pairing of Zen and Mutts

Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2017

I love the Mutts comic strip that appears in some newspapers. It has loving characters (humans, animals, birds, insects) and good interactions between different species. This book combines the sweet love of Mutts with Zen philosophy of living in the moment. The text is brief. The illustrations made me smile and feel good.

I think I will read this once a week. It will be good for my soul.

When my son was a child, before he could read on his own, he used to want several books, his favorites, read to him every day. His special favorites would need to be read more than once a day. Most people do not re-read books every day. However, due to my son, I learned to appreciate how good it could be to read or listen to a book you love often. It never pales. Sometimes, one gets new insights. My son is grown up now. I miss reading together.

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L. Ell

Go to the library

Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2020

This book isn't nearly as cool or good as I hoped it would be :( I do not recommend. I say, check it out at the library :)

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Fiona Webster

best, or at least most concise & funny, version of Tolle's philosophy

Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2019

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I'm a big Eckhart Tolle fan, and this is my favorite book of his. The collaboration with Patrick "Mutts" McDonnell is inspired. The book does a good job of bringing out the ways in which nature in general, and animals in particular, exemplify the critical importance of living in the present moment. Great pithy words, good use of humor, and beautiful artwork. I have given this book as a gift to friends & relatives. If you're into _The Power of Now_ and _A New Earth_ and wondering how to gently introduce other people to Tolle's wisdom, you could do worse than this book. My only very mild quibble with it is the subtitle: "spiritual lessons" is kind of Sunday-school-ish, and the book is about more than just cats & dogs.

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Carol MelloTop Contributor: Coloring

A perfect pairing of Zen and Mutts

Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2017

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Milz

Reminds me I'm not a humandoing.

Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2019

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It doesn't get better than Eckhart Tolle and Mutts creator, Patrick McDonnell together !!! Each page is a delight, but all together, the message is delightfully profound. I bought one of these books for myself, ended up giving it to a friend, then bought another... and on and on. One stays on my coffee table for now, just as a refresher, whenever I need to take a deep breath and realize I am not a humandoing...

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SleepIsGoodBooksRBetter

Animals can save us...

Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2020

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I’d call this a divine collaboration. If you have ever received comfort from or been touched by an animal you will recognize and appreciate the wisdom in this deceptively “simple” little book. When I have a friend who is down for the count, my “thing” is to send them a book that will inspire them and keep hope alive. This is one of those books. It works.

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Barbara Beach-moody

A precious book

Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2013

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Eckart Tolle is an amazing writer. His other books are remarkable, so helpful. But this book is precious and captivating. It captures that magic dogs and cats can bring to our lives. In his writing, I see my own dog's joyful run, her crazy abandonment as she chases her tail, her insatiable curiosity in every moment and her absolute trust and unconditional love. "Guardians of Being" beautifully captures the loving, spiritual bond we share with our pets. It explores the lessons our pets offer us and,how through them, we can experience Oneness with Being. This book makes me laugh, cry, smile .... it makes me feel good and both "Ah Ha's" as well as "Awe-es"! It reminds me of the miracles these precious beings bring to our lives.

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Gina W.

This book is awesome. Really touches your heart

Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2017

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This book is awesome. Really touches your heart. And, great humor within the cartoons--both in regards to human nature as well as the simplicity of our dog and cat friends. They have so much to teach us if we just slow down and pay attention.

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Winged Eel Fingerling

Amusing and profound (perhaps)

Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2017

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What a delightful book. I find Eckhart Tolle's talks on you tube are often enthralling, not least because of his quirky manner and humour. The book sort of embodies his character. If you love cats and/or dogs, you'll probably love this book too. Bought copies for my dog-loving 60 year old little sister and my cat-loving 9 year old big granddaughter. Both like the book.

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multimediapress

Perfect !

Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2019

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It's my eleventh copy of this wonderful book. So many people adored it when I lent them "Guardians of Being"... and never return it ! But the most important is the message. So, don't hesitate : buy it !

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Anne M. Janeski

Calling all animal lovers -- this is for you!

Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2018

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One of the sweetest books I've ever read. It is the perfect gift for someone who is a pet owner or just an animal lover. And the combination of Eckhart Tolle's wisdom and Patrick McDowell's illustrations is brilliant. Thank you!

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i bought as a gift

Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2013

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i have only received one response and i sent out 2 gifts. i hear the little girl really liked the book. i sure hope the other like it as well. ekhart tolle is just amazing so i would think this book should be good. since i have received "power of Now" and listen to that and read his quotes on line i am glad i have come across this man specifically at this time in my life.

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