Eckhart Tolle

The German-born author and self-help guru Eckhart Tolle, often referred to as the “New Age spiritual teacher,” is one of the most influential and beloved minds in the world of modern spirituality. His books, including The Power of Now, A New Earth, and The Flowering of Human Consciousness, have inspired millions of people to recognize their own potential for broadening their spiritual consciousness and achieving greater inner peace.

Tolle was born in 1948 in Lünen, Germany and grew up under the oppressive rule of the Nazi party. It was during this time, at the age of 13, that Tolle began to have a series of strange spiritual experiences—which he later described as “awakening” to a new level of consciousness. He eventually found solace in the writings of western spiritual teachers, such as Meister Eckhart, Ramana Maharshi, and Nisargadatta Maharaj, and began to search for ways in which to release the spiritual teachings of such masters within himself.

By the 1970s, Tolle had embarked on an inner journey of self-discovery, and during this time he had what he described as a second “awakening” that further changed his outlook on life. After this experience, he left his home in Germany and moved to England to become an independent spiritual teacher, dedicating his life to the study and teaching of spiritual enlightenment. For the next decade, he traveled, studying various religious and mystical traditions throughout Europe, Asia, India, and the Middle East.

Throughout his travels, Tolle collected a multitude of insights and realizations that eventually formed the basis of his bestselling book, The Power of Now. Through this book, Tolle encourages readers to be in the present moment and to observe their thoughts without judgment. He also emphasizes the importance of living a life without attachment to the past or fear of the future, and he emphasizes the power of the creative use of the mind.

In addition to The Power of Now, Tolle has written a number of other books, including his bestseller A New Earth and more recently, The Flowering of Human Consciousness. Within his works, Tolle provides life-enhancing insights on how to transcend ego-identified thoughts and beliefs and ultimately achieve true inner peace and contentment.

Tolle’s work has been highly praised by many spiritual leaders, including Oprah Winfrey, who has featured him on her show. In 2008, he was featured in Time Magazine’s list of the hundred most influential people, and in 2009 he was featured in Forbes magazine’s list of global thought-leaders.

Today, Tolle is still writing and lecturing, spreading his message of spirituality and self-help throughout the world. His words, full of wisdom and insight, have helped many to understand and appreciate their inner potential and to find greater joy and contentment in life. By reading and engaging with his books, we can all benefit from the knowledge and experience that Eckhart Tolle has to offer.