The Power of Now

Editorial review

Tolle argues that most human suffering is the product of compulsive thinking that pulls attention out of the present moment into past regret or future anxiety. The book offers a series of pointers and practices for returning attention to direct experience.

Summary

Tolle argues that most human suffering is the product of compulsive thinking that pulls attention out of the present moment into past regret or future anxiety. The book offers a series of pointers and practices for returning attention to direct experience.

Key takeaways

• 1

  The Power of Now rewards readers who want substance as well as story.

• 2

  The prose and structure earn a second look after the final page.

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  A strong entry point for literary fiction on your reading list.

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  ZKChatbot highlights it for balanced, high-quality discovery.