“Presence: A Handbook for Enlightened Living” by Sa Silvano is a self-help book that explores the concept of presence, which refers to the state of being fully engaged and connected with the present moment. The book offers practical guidance and exercises to help readers cultivate presence and live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
The author, Sa Silvano, draws from her personal experience as a spiritual teacher, counselor, and healer to offer insights and techniques that can help readers develop a greater awareness of themselves and their surroundings. The book covers topics such as mindfulness, meditation, gratitude, and compassion, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of living a present-centered life.
Overall, “Presence: A Handbook for Enlightened Living” is a practical and accessible guide that can help readers cultivate a deeper sense of connection, purpose, and fulfillment in their lives.
Below is an extract from the the book called “Life is Beautiful”.
The beauty of life is always present, and is present for all to see.
If you disagree with this, it may be that you are focusing on what you consider to be wrong in your life.
Regardless of what you focus upon, there is a vast array of beauty and you only have to look to see.
The sky is always above us, in all its expansive ever-changing magnificence.
The sun shines its life-giving warmth and light. The birds fly, sing and inspire us. We are separated from the trees and the natural world by nothing but a thought.
It is only a thought that keeps you from experiencing life.
A single thought prevents you from seeing that here, in this present moment, life continues to experience itself in everything and as everything – life is beautiful.
So come back now to that place before thought, in between thoughts. See from the quietness of your essence, see the beauty of all that is right here with you.
There is something very precious, very beautiful, about seeing without believing any thoughts that may arise about what you are seeing.
Taking a deep breath in and feeling your own aliveness in this very moment is beautiful.
Breathing deeply of the perfume of a rose, or enjoying the taste of a favoured fruit is beautiful.
For some, walking barefoot in the forest, bathing in the ocean or lying under the stars is beautiful.
Beauty is anything that inspires, softens or delights you.
Each moment is calling for your Presence, inviting you to partake and immerse yourself in the beautiful offering that is life.