Book Review — Witnessing the Sacred (Powerful Affirmations for Eternal Happiness and Success) by SS Rai

A thought-provoking book! Witnessing the Sacred by SS Rai instructs readers on how to live a happy simple life by facing their fears and appreciating the moments of here and now. In addition to that the book is also an attempt to make people understand as how they can elevate their bliss of pure consciousness and understand their existence on earth beyond the clutches of body & mind trap.

Delivering positive affirmations and life lessons in around 25 short chapters, the book stresses the significance of keeping our attention span of life focused on the present rather than being lost in the past or preoccupied with the future worries that no one has seen. Living to the fullest is the motto of the book; however, it at the same also undermines themes like solipsism that subjugate one’s chances of being happy most of the time. Yet, the book delivers lessons where you could identify yourself with self-care and self-realization.

The book offers readers a framework to help them get through periods of mental instability and bounce back fast. It nudges readers to seek inner tranquility and peace since doing so can help build a more harmonious society…the apt chapters on this topics are about compassion, imperfection, know thyself, gratitude and a few more.

“Gratitude is the most simplistic path to happiness.”

“Adopting compassion as a religion can fill our days with the warm feeling of making someone else feel better.”

The concept of celebrating life in all circumstances and oneness is one of the main teachings of the book. The initial chapters focus on life and its allied themes as how we can live to the fullest, with gratitude, happiness, and so on. However, post mid, the book inclines towards spirituality, liberty of mind, evolution of consciousness, finding god, knowing thyself and so on. Yet the author did a brilliant task of compiling the book’s main essence towards self-awareness about life. By encouraging this kind of thinking, the book urges readers to steer clear of conflict and violence while highlighting the importance of personal development in fostering peace in our lives.

Overall, SS Rai’s book provides insightful information and a novel viewpoint on leading a life of joy free of dread. It emphasizes the possibility for individual transformation and constructive change in society while serving as a reminder to prioritize self-care and be present in the moment. This book is a wonderful read for individuals looking for direction and inspiration on their path to self-realization and more peaceful world despite its flaws.