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Hear Yourself: How to Find Peace in a Noisy World
The popular renowned teacher and author of the internationally bestselling Peace Is Possible shows us how to quiet the noise of our busy lives to hear our own unique authentic voice—the source of peace.
The cacophony of modern life can be deafening, leaving us feeling frazzled and uneasy. In this warm, wise book, Prem Rawat teaches us how to turn down the noise to “hear ourselves”—to listen to the subtle song of peace that sings inside each of us. Once we learn to truly “hear ourselves” and the voice of peace within, then we can hold on to that as we face all the noise of the world.
The culmination of a lifetime of study, Hear Yourself lays out the crucial steps we can use to focus on the voice within. Take a walk in nature and listen for the sounds of harmony, Prem Rawat suggests, or set aside a few minutes each day to feel gratitude, which comes from the core of our being. He challenges us to embrace our thirst for peace and let go of expectations for how it should feel. With one straightforward yet deeply profound question, he helps us to focus—to be present: Am I conscious of where I am today and what I want to experience in this world?”
If we allow ourselves to listen, what we hear is the extraordinary miracle of existence—an experience that transforms our relationship to life and everything in it. Packed with powerful insights and compelling stories, Hear Yourself introduces readers to an ancient line of practical wisdom that enlightens us to a simple way to listen. By doing so, Prem Rawat reveals, we can “profoundly change our understanding of ourselves, those around us, and our lives.”
The cacophony of modern life can be deafening, leaving us feeling frazzled and uneasy. In this warm, wise book, Prem Rawat teaches us how to turn down the noise to “hear ourselves”—to listen to the subtle song of peace that sings inside each of us. Once we learn to truly “hear ourselves” and the voice of peace within, then we can hold on to that as we face all the noise of the world.
The culmination of a lifetime of study, Hear Yourself lays out the crucial steps we can use to focus on the voice within. Take a walk in nature and listen for the sounds of harmony, Prem Rawat suggests, or set aside a few minutes each day to feel gratitude, which comes from the core of our being. He challenges us to embrace our thirst for peace and let go of expectations for how it should feel. With one straightforward yet deeply profound question, he helps us to focus—to be present: Am I conscious of where I am today and what I want to experience in this world?”
If we allow ourselves to listen, what we hear is the extraordinary miracle of existence—an experience that transforms our relationship to life and everything in it. Packed with powerful insights and compelling stories, Hear Yourself introduces readers to an ancient line of practical wisdom that enlightens us to a simple way to listen. By doing so, Prem Rawat reveals, we can “profoundly change our understanding of ourselves, those around us, and our lives.”
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Published September 14, 2021
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September 29, 2021
The author expresses with the right mix of humor and insights a most uplifting view on the nature of personal peace. A lot of books like this get so deep into philosophical theories so it was refeshing to find another take on how to find a quiet place inside. The friendly and conversational tone make it an easy and enjoyable read which left me with a smile on my face as the text reinforced that I already have the tools to simply enjoy my life, every minute of every day.
August 21, 2022
Not surprised this book debuted on the New York Times Best Seller List. Short and interesting chapters on a subject that is very relevant for today's living. Very pleasant read and a book I will return to.
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September 15, 2021I have enjoyed this book so much. Mr. Rawat is authentic and insightful. He conveys in a clear simple way the priorities and direction that we as human beings need for our own personal happiness and peace which may lead to a more human and kind world. If you are looking for intellectual concepts and beliefs then this may not be for you. If you wish to be more in touch with your own heart and feel the joy of existence then I would recommend this book.
October 6, 2021
Such a breath of fresh air to read. Very clear understanding of issues that can seem overwhelming and written in an easy and entertaining way.
December 11, 2021
This book is a little bit different from most in this sort of category. Firstly, it takes you on a journey to find out what lies beyond the noise inside your head. Secondly, it's not the usual type of self-help book, because as someone recently said to me, it is asking you the reader to find out for yourself, all the author does is give you some very good signposts along that journey. I can't recommend this book enough, if you are fed up with the noise in your head!
February 7, 2022
Dont really get why it has so many good reviews. Found many stories and concepts hardly linked to the real lessons. Each chapter is divided into many small chunks, making it hard to grasp the real message. I listened to Blinkist’s summary and found it really inspiring, yet the full version was a disappointment. Decided to srop.
October 3, 2021
Hear Yourself Review
Prem Rawat is known around the world as “The Ambassador Of Peace” and for good
reason. He has been bringing his message of inner peace to millions over 55 years of
relentless travel. In this new book “Hear Yourself” he brings the reader on a journey
that always points to the peace that already exists inside each and every human being.
In deceptively simple language he lays out the foundation of his three admonitions-
Know thy self, live consciously and have a heart filled with gratitude.
He starts with a short introduction about his growing up in India and his coming to the west
which accentuates his dedication and purpose to share what he calls “Knowledge of the
Self” to as may humans as he can reach.
The book continues with poetry quotes and
fascinating stories perfectly dispersed throughout, touching on subjects from
distinguishing the noise of the world from the even noisier world inside our heads, to
calling on us to live this precious life to the fullest and finally offering a way to feel this
life force within us. This is what makes Hear Yourself not just another “advise for living”
book but an invitation to know your self. He calls what he does as “a mirror giver” and
the reader will take pleasure in knowing that he lays out practical steps that can be taken
to receive the gift of “Knowledge”.
One of the best things I loved about the book is its complete accessibility for readers at
any level , any culture or place. It’s the language of the heart we all can grasp. Each
chapter is chock full of wisdom and conveyed with the utmost expertise and humility.
Clear and concise sections within each chapter make this the ideal “must have” reference
book. Topics like success hope, finding the clear path, freedom, contentment, gratitude,
kindness ,all the way to offering the free Peace Education Program and PEAK, a way to
go within. This is a very special book from an extraordinary human that meets us in this
moment of time.
Bruce Allen Oatway – Poet
Malibu, Calif.
Prem Rawat is known around the world as “The Ambassador Of Peace” and for good
reason. He has been bringing his message of inner peace to millions over 55 years of
relentless travel. In this new book “Hear Yourself” he brings the reader on a journey
that always points to the peace that already exists inside each and every human being.
In deceptively simple language he lays out the foundation of his three admonitions-
Know thy self, live consciously and have a heart filled with gratitude.
He starts with a short introduction about his growing up in India and his coming to the west
which accentuates his dedication and purpose to share what he calls “Knowledge of the
Self” to as may humans as he can reach.
The book continues with poetry quotes and
fascinating stories perfectly dispersed throughout, touching on subjects from
distinguishing the noise of the world from the even noisier world inside our heads, to
calling on us to live this precious life to the fullest and finally offering a way to feel this
life force within us. This is what makes Hear Yourself not just another “advise for living”
book but an invitation to know your self. He calls what he does as “a mirror giver” and
the reader will take pleasure in knowing that he lays out practical steps that can be taken
to receive the gift of “Knowledge”.
One of the best things I loved about the book is its complete accessibility for readers at
any level , any culture or place. It’s the language of the heart we all can grasp. Each
chapter is chock full of wisdom and conveyed with the utmost expertise and humility.
Clear and concise sections within each chapter make this the ideal “must have” reference
book. Topics like success hope, finding the clear path, freedom, contentment, gratitude,
kindness ,all the way to offering the free Peace Education Program and PEAK, a way to
go within. This is a very special book from an extraordinary human that meets us in this
moment of time.
Bruce Allen Oatway – Poet
Malibu, Calif.
June 8, 2022
This book sounded promising from the start, but ended up being about 7 hours (audible version is read by the author) of general, non-specific advice and stories somehow related to the topic, but not really. There was nothing practical or remotely usable in this book, but rather the author spends most of the time time relating stories, anecdotes, accounts of people, random ideas etc. all thrown into various topics. There are a few general takeaways, such as living with less noise, reducing our use of devices and distractions, living more in the moment and other such recommendations. None of these are actually explained in detail, and the reader isn't given any means to actually put the advice into practice or achieve results. I'm assuming attending meetings and follow-up material is probably intended as a follow on from the book.
September 19, 2021
Got this book from a friend of mine just for reading....I have to return it back to him. This book ignites curiosity in me......I feel there are so many things that I don't know about myself. Exploring the book to explore myself. 😊😊. By the way, this book has nothing to do with religion. This is not a story book either. Written artistically.
Definitely recommend 👍
Definitely recommend 👍
October 7, 2021
Wow! What a book
This book wonderfully awakens the heart to the potential of being human. A great read I couldn’t put it down.
This book wonderfully awakens the heart to the potential of being human. A great read I couldn’t put it down.
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May 7, 2022I love this book! It's the kind of book that can be read a few pages at a time, savored slowly, or a chapter at a time. I appreciated this anecdotes about his personal journey as well as quotes from other wise people. And I especially liked that he offers practical techniques with which to discover peace within. An incredible resource!
September 27, 2022
4,5 Sterne
Sachbücher, aus denen ich langfristig Erkenntnisse ziehen will, kann ich nicht so runterlesen - deshalb hat die Lektüre jetzt auch gefühlt ewig gedauert. Aber ich finde, es hat sich gelohnt.
Sachbücher, aus denen ich langfristig Erkenntnisse ziehen will, kann ich nicht so runterlesen - deshalb hat die Lektüre jetzt auch gefühlt ewig gedauert. Aber ich finde, es hat sich gelohnt.
May 29, 2020
I consider Escúchate a wisdom’s book.
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September 15, 2021I just finished chapter 2 of Hear Yourself: How to find Peace in a Noisy World. The book is very engaging and I look forward to continuing to learn how to hear myself in my very noisy world.
January 3, 2022
I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this book and I'm re-reading again. It’s a book you can keep going back to learning something new and understanding it differently. The friendly way in which it is written with simplicity, humour and wisdom encourage you to explore in yourself what you’ve always had, but not fully understood before. I've always enjoyed story telling since a child and this contains many insights and stories to deepen your understanding.
September 18, 2021
"Too easily we can get carried away by the restless world of mind. "
I extend by best wishes to those who feel that there is no such chaos, noise or restlessness.
Though I personally do not believe that there would be any person who would not feel an invincible influence of inner restlessness despite their circumastances of life.
That restlessness can be triggered by inner or outer chaos, but it constantly remains in our existance like a bug. This is felt both at an individual/ personal and at a larger level, encompassing every living being of this earth.
It's not about some motivating words coming from Prem that is intelligently devised to captivate our attention which mostly is available everywhere. ..Rather
what I liked the most that he reminds us of wisdom of many philosophers and legendary people who have dedicated their life to gain that wisdom and also impart and extend that to others. Something which he dedicated his life too for.
Without that wisdom we would always feel fooled by the existance itself. This reminds me of Leo Tolstoy's "Finding meaning in a meaningless world."
What is that factor if being absent from our life can make us consumed by that restlessness as if something is lost or we got played/fooled. By whom does not matters most. But what matters that we find that wisdom.
Hence wisdom is what we acquire through constant life long endeavor!! Very beautifully cited!
“For man to be able to live he must either not see the infinite, or have such an explanation of the meaning of life as will connect the finite with the infinite.”
Leo Tolstoy.
I extend by best wishes to those who feel that there is no such chaos, noise or restlessness.
Though I personally do not believe that there would be any person who would not feel an invincible influence of inner restlessness despite their circumastances of life.
That restlessness can be triggered by inner or outer chaos, but it constantly remains in our existance like a bug. This is felt both at an individual/ personal and at a larger level, encompassing every living being of this earth.
It's not about some motivating words coming from Prem that is intelligently devised to captivate our attention which mostly is available everywhere. ..Rather
what I liked the most that he reminds us of wisdom of many philosophers and legendary people who have dedicated their life to gain that wisdom and also impart and extend that to others. Something which he dedicated his life too for.
Without that wisdom we would always feel fooled by the existance itself. This reminds me of Leo Tolstoy's "Finding meaning in a meaningless world."
What is that factor if being absent from our life can make us consumed by that restlessness as if something is lost or we got played/fooled. By whom does not matters most. But what matters that we find that wisdom.
Hence wisdom is what we acquire through constant life long endeavor!! Very beautifully cited!
“For man to be able to live he must either not see the infinite, or have such an explanation of the meaning of life as will connect the finite with the infinite.”
Leo Tolstoy.
January 11, 2022
This book gave me a new perspective on how to stay focused on what is truly important to me in my life. I have read other books by this author and have heard him speak many times so this is a big statement for me. I feel this is his best book yet and I have read it more than once as well as listened to the audiobook several times. It is rich with gems that provide food for thought and tools for living a more fulfilling life. Thank you Prem Rawat for this wonderful book!
May 17, 2022
Deep and wise, but not complicated – and often funny.
If you want to be focussed on making your time here count, read this book, and open it often!
Have read this, listened to the audio and am now re-reading again. Each page makes me feel it's the first time I've just understood something new. The words are alive, and energized with kindness and warmth.
If you want to be focussed on making your time here count, read this book, and open it often!
Have read this, listened to the audio and am now re-reading again. Each page makes me feel it's the first time I've just understood something new. The words are alive, and energized with kindness and warmth.
December 17, 2022
beyond unimpressed by this book. so boring, everything you already know, and i didn’t feel it stated basic principles in a new way that resonated w me.
this might be the only book in 2022 that i didn’t finish bc so bad. shocked this has over 4 stars on goodreads, must be bc such few reviews??? huge pass.
this might be the only book in 2022 that i didn’t finish bc so bad. shocked this has over 4 stars on goodreads, must be bc such few reviews??? huge pass.
December 28, 2021
Prem Rawat writer simply and accessibly about getting in touch with a deeper part of us and leaving the noise that buzzes constantly in our minds for a place of peace and contentment within. Highly recommended.
January 2, 2022
Hear Yourself is a must read. I have listened and read it more than once, and each time I continue to learn more about myself! It continues to be a wonderful gift to myself and my first choice to share with others.
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January 2, 2022Hear Yourself - Prem Rawat
Our lives are noisy and distracting, but there are ways to rediscover the peace inside you. Instead of concentrating on what skills or possessions you lack – or striving toward unrealistic goals – focus on the positive things in your life. The ground beneath you might sometimes seem fallow, but there’s an incredible world within that is full of fertile potential. Peace is possible – if you choose to let it bloom.
Actionable advice:
Release yourself from the past through forgiveness.
Sometimes, the actions of others are so cruel that we can’t bring ourselves to forgive. But the more we resist forgiveness, the more we prevent ourselves from healing. If you’re struggling to forgive someone, try to think of forgiveness in a different way. Instead of seeing it as giving in, or letting the other person win, think of it as helping you cut a negative link to the past – and liberate yourself to start anew.
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Embrace what you know, and focus on yourself – not on what others think.
Throughout his life, Rawat has traveled from country to country to spread his message of peace. He’s spoken everywhere from United Nations meetings to high-security prisons, and to everyone from world leaders to ex-guerilla fighters.
As part of the Prem Rawat Foundation, he founded the Peace Education Program, which helps people find their place in society by reconnecting them with their inner peace.
Once, Rawat was speaking to inmates in a prison in Pune, India, when one man came forward to ask him a question. The prisoner said that he was going to be released soon, and he had a big worry: What would people think of him on the outside?
The key message here is: Embrace what you know, and focus on yourself – not on what others think.
Other people’s judgment seemed to be a huge concern for the hundreds of prisoners Rawat spoke to that day. It’s a huge concern for many of us in our day-to-day lives as well.
Too often, we waste energy worrying about other people’s opinions of our work, our personality, or even the home we live in. It’s like we seek approval from other people to fill an empty hole in ourselves.
The thing is, no one can fill that emptiness for us. First and foremost, we must cherish who we are.
To do this, you need to “start with yourself.” That is, you should accept and harness the wonderful strengths and resources already inside you.
Next time you’re keeping yourself awake at night with worries about what your friends or colleagues think of you, consider these questions: Do I approve of myself? Do I like spending time with myself? Do I understand and appreciate myself?
This isn’t about being self-centered – it’s about being centered in you.
It’s not always easy to do. But if you stop focusing on other people’s judgment and instead concentrate on how much you approve of yourself, you’ll reduce the noise coming from other people’s opinions, needs, and wants.
When you feel centered, the chatter of the outside world slips into insignificance. And you discover that the seeds of clarity, joy, serenity, and love are already inside you – just waiting to bloom.
Our lives are noisy and distracting, but there are ways to rediscover the peace inside you. Instead of concentrating on what skills or possessions you lack – or striving toward unrealistic goals – focus on the positive things in your life. The ground beneath you might sometimes seem fallow, but there’s an incredible world within that is full of fertile potential. Peace is possible – if you choose to let it bloom.
Actionable advice:
Release yourself from the past through forgiveness.
Sometimes, the actions of others are so cruel that we can’t bring ourselves to forgive. But the more we resist forgiveness, the more we prevent ourselves from healing. If you’re struggling to forgive someone, try to think of forgiveness in a different way. Instead of seeing it as giving in, or letting the other person win, think of it as helping you cut a negative link to the past – and liberate yourself to start anew.
---
Embrace what you know, and focus on yourself – not on what others think.
Throughout his life, Rawat has traveled from country to country to spread his message of peace. He’s spoken everywhere from United Nations meetings to high-security prisons, and to everyone from world leaders to ex-guerilla fighters.
As part of the Prem Rawat Foundation, he founded the Peace Education Program, which helps people find their place in society by reconnecting them with their inner peace.
Once, Rawat was speaking to inmates in a prison in Pune, India, when one man came forward to ask him a question. The prisoner said that he was going to be released soon, and he had a big worry: What would people think of him on the outside?
The key message here is: Embrace what you know, and focus on yourself – not on what others think.
Other people’s judgment seemed to be a huge concern for the hundreds of prisoners Rawat spoke to that day. It’s a huge concern for many of us in our day-to-day lives as well.
Too often, we waste energy worrying about other people’s opinions of our work, our personality, or even the home we live in. It’s like we seek approval from other people to fill an empty hole in ourselves.
The thing is, no one can fill that emptiness for us. First and foremost, we must cherish who we are.
To do this, you need to “start with yourself.” That is, you should accept and harness the wonderful strengths and resources already inside you.
Next time you’re keeping yourself awake at night with worries about what your friends or colleagues think of you, consider these questions: Do I approve of myself? Do I like spending time with myself? Do I understand and appreciate myself?
This isn’t about being self-centered – it’s about being centered in you.
It’s not always easy to do. But if you stop focusing on other people’s judgment and instead concentrate on how much you approve of yourself, you’ll reduce the noise coming from other people’s opinions, needs, and wants.
When you feel centered, the chatter of the outside world slips into insignificance. And you discover that the seeds of clarity, joy, serenity, and love are already inside you – just waiting to bloom.
July 18, 2024
I really loved this book about the exploration of inner freedom. It is written in a very easy way, including lots of little stories to bring across his points.
“Was ist die Wahrheit dieses Moments? Weisheit liegt nicht darin, die Kostbarkeit von etwas zu erkennen, wenn es weg ist; Weisheit ist, die Kostbarkeit dessen zu realisieren, was wir gerade jetzt haben. Und was haben wir in diesem Augenblick alle? Die Möglichkeit, das Wunder des Daseins zu erfahren. Die Möglichkeit, klar zu erkennen, was in unserem Leben am wichtigsten ist. Die Möglichkeit, wirklich zu wissen, wer wir sind. Die Möglichkeit, uns vom Lärm abzuwenden und den Frieden in uns zu spüren. Unser Herz klopft ständig an die Pforte des Verstands und erinnert uns an die Möglichkeit, eins zu sein mit allem, was gut in uns ist.”
“Was ist die Wahrheit dieses Moments? Weisheit liegt nicht darin, die Kostbarkeit von etwas zu erkennen, wenn es weg ist; Weisheit ist, die Kostbarkeit dessen zu realisieren, was wir gerade jetzt haben. Und was haben wir in diesem Augenblick alle? Die Möglichkeit, das Wunder des Daseins zu erfahren. Die Möglichkeit, klar zu erkennen, was in unserem Leben am wichtigsten ist. Die Möglichkeit, wirklich zu wissen, wer wir sind. Die Möglichkeit, uns vom Lärm abzuwenden und den Frieden in uns zu spüren. Unser Herz klopft ständig an die Pforte des Verstands und erinnert uns an die Möglichkeit, eins zu sein mit allem, was gut in uns ist.”
December 30, 2022
It was honestly peaceful to read this book. The book is very well written and narrates several concepts through stories. The author's ideas come through to the audience and his descriptive writing of nature and feeling hits pretty deep. The only reason why I had to take off a star was because of his constant descriptions of death between things that describe life and peace and joy. I did not think a turn to that zone was needed as a constant reminder. Otherwise, a wonderful book.
June 19, 2024
me parece hipócrita que el autor ofrezca una serie de reflexiones y enseñanzas sobre la búsqueda de la paz interior y la felicidad, guiando al lector de que lo material y tangible no ayuda en encontrarlas (además de ser conocido como embajador de paz), cuando este mismo lleva una vida de lujos, desde su uso de aviones privados y apuestas. buenas ideas aportadas por una persona deshonesta.
September 28, 2021
Prem Rawat not only tells us the impact of negative thinking has on us, however, he tells us a way to reach a deeper, unchanging sense of our self that exists 𝙗𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨. After a very long time, I found a book that is so intense that it makes you think. I was a very big fan of 'Zen & the art of motorcycle maintenance, but I started loving '𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗡𝗼𝗶𝘀𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱' and now even searching for other Books By Prem Rawat.
This book really makes you stop & introspect.
This book really makes you stop & introspect.
March 16, 2022
I enjoyed reading this little gem of a book. Full of wisdom. Engaging and easy to read.
The author’s deep understanding of humanity becomes apparent after the first few pages.
It makes me a better person just reading it.
Any book that helps me become a better person deserves a full star rating. And this book book gets all five stars from me.
The author’s deep understanding of humanity becomes apparent after the first few pages.
It makes me a better person just reading it.
Any book that helps me become a better person deserves a full star rating. And this book book gets all five stars from me.
January 24, 2022
I marked a lot of sentences, but I don't know why I didn't really liked the book. I think the title is better than the book. If you want what the titel describes, don't bother reading the book.. Also think 25 euro's is too much..
May 27, 2021
Delusa! Il retro di copertina mi aveva colpita molto, ed invece è un libro lento e noioso, e secondo me non lascia nulla.
December 20, 2021
I loved reading this book. I felt so inspired by Prem's wisdom and clarity!
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