In It Together - 2nd Edition by Eckhart Aurelius Hughes (Hardcover)

About the Book

A book about realizing the uplifting and unifying power of true conscious love.

Book Synopsis

"In It Together: The Beautiful Struggle Uniting Us All" is a book about realizing the uplifting and unifying power of love, of true conscious love.

It shows that deep down we are truly-and literally-one and the same.

The book shows how the phrases "self-discipline" and "spiritual freedom" refer to the exact same thing. In the way the book uses the terms, to be "self-disciplined" is to be "free-spirited", and vice versa.

This is a book that uses a friendly, kind, loving, and humorous tone to tie together philosophy, spirituality, and self-help with long-standing universal truths from all ages, regions, and times.

It includes quotes from a diverse array of philosophers, artists, scientists, and spiritual teachers, including but not limited to, Albert Einstein, Alan Watts, Carl Jung, Osho, Sam Harris, Ram Dass, Meister Eckhart, Eckhart Tolle, Rabbi Tina Sobo, Friedrich Nietzsche, David J Mauro, Vincent Van Gogh, George Bernard Shaw, Socrates, Voltaire, Voltairine de Cleyre, Jesus, Dr. Wayne Dyer, Shakespeare, René Descartes, Rev. Dr. John Watson, and both a prisoner named Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn as well as the man who imprisoned him.

This book was funded by a successful Kickstarter campaign run before the book was even written. It was inspired by the question, "What is the opposite of temptation?"

The book answers that question and so many more. Without preaching, the book provides a unifying, loving, and deeply compelling message that paves a path to inner peace, true happiness, and spiritual freedom (a.k.a. self-discipline). The reader is left empowered, motivated, and inspired.

As the opening letter in the book states, "Stay strong, my friends. There's beauty in the struggle. There's so much to overcome, but imagine what it could mean to overcome it."

Review Quotes

"I found myself not being able to put it down"

"an eye-opening expression of freedom"

"wholeheartedly beautiful"

"If I had to put this book into a category, I honestly couldn't because it is in a league of its own"

"I recommend this book to everyone, regardless of spirituality or religion."

"an enlightening book that challenges readers to focus on the positive force of love in their lives"

"a real eye-opener for me."

"The author's positive and encouraging attitude inspired me to accept myself with all of my flaws and move forward more positively."

"a combination of philosophy, self-help, and motivation that will leave you with a changed perspective"

"an amazing book"

"Every time I read the book, it feels like I'm reading it for the first time."

"This book has a profound message, and the author breaks it down piece by piece."

"Hughes is a philosophy genius with his new book"

"empowering message"

"will make you feel enlightened and motivated"

"knocked me off my feet but also opened my mind"

"spiritual without being overwhelming, philosophical without being overly complex"

"has such a personal and connected tone to it"

"it highlights the beauty in human imperfection"

"written in such an easily digestible way"

"an amazing self-help book"

"written with a lot of heart"

"I love the fact that despite the weight of the matter at hand, the author discussed it with a lighthearted, humorous tone."

"Hughes is able to explain his thoughts and suggestions in a way that an average reader can easily understand."

"Filled with deep insight and emotion"

"very well written and easy to follow"

"well researched and thoughtful approach to the human condition"

"it fascinated me how the author was able to keep his tone lighthearted, making the book as informal as possible"

"very informative, entertaining, and inspiring"

"I was left with a concept of freedom and acceptance that I am already putting into action."

"uplifting"

"a positive message"

"a book that will stick with you for years to come"

"shows how we are able to become the truest sense of ourselves"

"I will grow as a person by following these guidelines in my life."

"The beauty of this book lies in the simplicity of this message"

"an idea that can be understood by everyone, no matter how accustomed they are to philosophical topics"

"very easy to follow and understand"

"a kind and thoughtful guide to understand oneself and others"

"Hughes does a stunning job of breaking down the readers preconceived notions of self and building it back up"

"breaks through biases and preconceived ideas in such a humorous and kind way."

"By the end it felt as if I was sat down talking with a friend"

"I'm going into the rest of my life kinder and more lovingly caring for my future self."

"a very well written book"

"uses comedy, friendliness, and love to reveal the truth"

"the author gets to the heart of the real problems we, as members of the human race, face every single day"

"gives us the drive and motivation to not give up"

"a masterpiece"

"astounding philosophical concepts that kept me hooked the entire time"

"The authors' approach to finding our true selves is truly fascinating"