by Fabrice Midal 

5 Stars

French philosopher and meditation expert Fabrice Midal, the founder of the Western School of Meditation in France, attempts to share his wisdom in order to help those struggling with finding themselves to understand the true meaning of meditation with the help of philosophy. Midal does an excellent job explaining ways of meditation. He shares countless personal stories, each one adding more to his overall message that meditation is more about experiencing freedom, letting go and not caring about anything in that exact moment rather than a way to relax. 

As someone who has never really been interested in meditation, this book was very interesting and enlightening. What made it most enjoyable for me was Midal’s personality. He is quite funny in some parts of the book and also serious when he needs to be.

As Fabrice Midal mentions, in this modern age, we cause ourselves a lot of unnecessary stress and anxiety by trying too hard to always be the best. Reading this self-help book makes you wonder the answers to questions such as, what would happen if I did step back every once in a while and is that something I would actually be able to do?

It also motivates you in telling the reader that it’s ok to say no to things you don’t enjoy doing. Thinking with this mindset allows you to do things that make you happier as a person, thus allowing you to live your life without the worry of pleasing others.

I would personally recommend this book to anyone who is thinking of starting up meditation or is interested. I did not think I would enjoy reading it as much as I did.

Vlada E.

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