Review by LarryPioquinto1234 -- Unveil your Intimate Self

LarryPioquinto1234 · Post by **LarryPioquinto1234** » 10 May 2018, 21:14

[Following is a volunteer review of "Unveil your Intimate Self" by Elena Georgiadou.]

3 out of 4 stars

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Unveil-your-Intimate –Self by Elena Giourgiadou

This book is about the quest for happiness. Like an open window, it invites the reader for a glimpse, and explore our very being—the consciousness.

The first part explores the world of Philosophy, addressing the fundamental question of what makes a man happy, where the most likely answer is a battery of expectations; health, money, relationship, and even accomplishments, this book, however, suggests in other respect; “…happiness is an internal state of consciousness that allows us to be happy for no reason at all. It is a subjective state of well being, joy, ease, spontaneity…”

Further, central to the argument is an omnipotent consciousness that is the source of all our fulfillment and peace. Interestingly, the author explores as far as the science of cosmology, where this material universe does not exists; “…the visible and atomic universe is 0.01% of the universe…” opening further a strong argument that the nature of this universe is simply nothingness.

Oh, yes, this world is not real. And, I can be happy with my life without doing anything, as long as my consciousness is well, because after all it is the source of everything in existence.

Indeed, the first part is mind boggling, especially for a reader who knows and certain that his five senses works. From time to time, turning back on the previous pages is necessary to clarify unintended ambiguities, particularly when dealing with terminologies in Philosophy. Nevertheless, for most of the sentences and paragraphs, the author, manage to sustain clarity and coherence. Like a river, context flows freely, encouraging an understanding, besides proving a point.

The rest of the book is about what to do and how, a sort of FAQ. It focuses on self improvement—intellectual and emotional, physical and spiritual life. Stress is a usual suspect, while the goal is harmony and balance eventually leading to happiness. The practice of Yoga exercise is introduced, complete with step by step illustrations. Also, included are other teachings such as Ayurveda which focuses on balance, modern practices of health wellness such as breathing, food and even sleep.

These parts are, in fact, the distinguishing factor. Many self help books in the shelves today are clearly physical fitness derivatives , focusing solely on the muscles and shapes of the body but so little in the mind, or in this case, consciousness. Even yoga which turned into a fitness craze associated with ladies in pony tail, tight fit legging, seems to be swayed from its origin. This book, I would consider an unintended chance to correct the misconception about yoga.

It is easy to read because unlike other books in Philosophy, this one is simple. In fact, I read this while in a passenger seat.There are a few words of Sanskrit origin, but an explanation always follows. Also, familiar quotes from great thinkers made the context easier to grasp.

In general, author Elena Giourgadlou succeeds in making the book interesting until the last page. It is arranged in a creative manner, as the principles and theories are introduced in the early chapters, making the reader equipped with the needed pre requisites to appreciate the subsequent subjects. Some topics, however, may not be for everyone. There may be a need for a little background in Philosophy, the Big Bang theory, or other Physical Sciences. I don’t like doing this but, I think, the author has no liberty to omit them as they are necessary in discussing the theories.

My grade is 3 out of 4 because of its writing simplicity, coherence, and most importantly, the content. However, it cannot have a perfect score because some topics may need farther reading to be understood better, a demand which may be restricted by resources and time.

There is an infinite playground for the mind in the universe. Enjoy reading!

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gen_g · Post by **gen_g** » 16 May 2018, 23:22

Thank you for your detailed review! It is always great that the author makes the content simple and easy to understand, which makes it more interesting and accessible for readers.