Reviews

‘A beguiling exploration of what contemporary spiritual practices might offer to a world that’s lost its religion. Millar’s rigorous but sympathetic quest for meaning cuts through the hype to peer into the heart of the modern mind-body-spirit machine’ – Dr Sharon Blackie, author of If Women Rose Rooted

‘This book really spoke to me. In these hyper-individualistic times, so many of us are aware that we are living in a way that works against our nature as humans and are actively seeking deeper meaning. Abi approaches this topic with a perfect blend of scientific robustness and lack of judgment… The result is a book that is genuinely thought-provoking – every reader will learn something’ Natasha Devon, author of A Beginner’s Guide to Being Mental

“Luminous, poignant, honest and shrewd” – Times Literary Supplement (read the full review)

“Rich and reflective” – Engelsberg Ideas (read the full review)

“Millar is right to look askance at the blatant profiteering of some of her book’s subjects.” – Prospect (read the full review)

“Comic, self-deprecating and self-aware” – New Statesman (read the full review)

“Millar’s warm, curious writing bridges the gap between science and soul,” – Yoga Magazine (read the full review)

“She has an ability to tease out where science or the mystical are useful lenses to look for answers.” – Green Spirit (read the full review)

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