The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari: A Fable About Fulfilling Your Dreams & Reaching Your Destiny by Robin Sharma

The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari is a highly-rated international bestseller which sells an inspirational tale of personal transformation. It is written by Robin Sharma, an inspirational speaker, international lawyer and leadership author.

The novel is a captivating fable which follows the narrative of Julian Mantle, an international lawyer who achieved fame and financial success. One day, feeling overwhelmed and deeply disillusioned by his life and its false sense of fulfillment, Julian sells his BMW and moves away to the Himalayas. There, he studies the ancient wisdom of self-realization and personal freedom.

Julian embraces a life of spiritual growth and adventure and discovers the Seven Virtues of Enlightened Living. Through his newfound discovery, he finds the inner peace and wisdom within. Julian then embarks on a quest of self-discovery - discovering the power within himself to live an enlightened and conscious life.

The Seven Virtues of Enlightened Living is the central guiding principle of The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari; it consist of: Courage, Boundless Joy, Inner Peace, Transcendence, Self-Knowledge, Balance, and Love. The book is linked to the earlier works of spiritual thought by authors such as Thich Nhat Hanh, Jiddu Krishnamurti, Paulo Coelho and Deepak Chopra.

The novel begins with Julian in a hospital, having just suffered a heart attack. After being discharged, he moves away and leads a life far removed from his previous lifestyle. He begins meditation and finds peace in it. Throughout, he follows the principles of virtue, living by the Spiritual Laws of Life.

He visits monks in the Himalayas and rediscovers his purpose. He discovers how his Talent and spiritual wisdom could be merged to create value in the world. With the help of these seven practical principles, Julian learns to reconnect with the true joy of life and unlock the power of inner potential.

The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari is thus a fable about personal transformation. Throughout the novel, Julian reinforces the reader’s belief in the power of the self, living with purpose and being mindful of the preciousness of life. The book is not for the faint of heart. It is a highly challenging spiritual journey rooted in facing the truth and taking action, but it is also a journey of hope and redemption.

Julian faces numerous hardships along the path to enlightenment and shares lessons he's learned along the way. These include the importance of spiritual nourishment, controlling our thoughts, embracing change, and strengthening the power of faith in achieving one’s goals and dreams.

The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari is an inspirational fable that offers a simple yet profound insight into how to live an enlightened life. It reminds us of the importance of living with purpose, forgiving ourselves and others, and finding happiness in being grateful for the present moment. This is a great read for anyone looking to awaken the spirit within themselves, reignite their passion and purpose, and find ultimate fulfillment in life.