We are all born into this world naked and screaming. That’s just one of many experiences we all share as human beings, even if we don’t remember it. My wife and I were fortunate enough to witness this miracle first hand when our daughter, Izabella Luna, was born on April 18th. What a wondrous experience it was. But what a rude awakening... [read more]
Interview on Conversations with Avant-garde Sages:
I was recently interviewed on Conversations with Avant-garde Sages. We discussed my new book, "A Seeker's Guide to Inner Peace: Notes to Self." Trip Overholt was the host, and we had a good conversation. Please visit their website to listen to the interview. If you are interested in ordering a copy of the book, it's available on Amazon.com in softback and Kindle. In-Joy :)
The Never Ending To Do List:
Do you ever experience periods of overwhelm regarding the amount of things that need to be done? If so, you’re not alone. Lately I have had a lot of projects calling me in different directions. With a new baby on the way, a great deal needs to be done to prepare the house for her arrival (which is coming in a few days!).. [read more]
Pure Potential:
If you believe in the Big Bang theory, then billions and billions of years ago there was nothing. Just empty space. In that space nothing existed except the potential for everything to exist. From that perspective, you could say that everything that could ever be, already existed in its potential, but had not started to manifest yet... [read more]
My New Book
A Seeker’s Guide to Inner Peace: Notes to Self
by Trey Carland
It is with great pleasure that I announce to you the release of my first book, “A Seeker’s Guide to Inner Peace: Notes to Self.” I have been blogging about my experiences over the last several years, and finally decided to create a book from it all. I would love for you to pick up a copy and tell a friend. It’s available in all eBook formats, as well as in paperback (see links below on how to get it).
I have to give a big thanks to Katie Davis, author of “Awake Joy: The Essence of Enlightenment,” for her glowing review of the book. She is one of my favorite authors/teachers and her comments mean a great deal to me. Here is what she had to say:“A Seeker's Guide to Inner Peace" is a spiritual gem. I love this well written and intelligent book. The light of love, compassion and wisdom shines through every page. Trey Carland writes in a personable and pragmatic manner that is both kind and wise. The reader is fully engaged and one senses that they could be sitting in the same room with the author enjoying an open and honest conversation with a true Heart friend.
The book is a journal of life situation encounters that reflect deep insights and realizations. They skillfully support the inner pathway to conscious freedom and inner peace. Throughout the book, Trey shares inspiring quotes, recommended books, helpful practices and meditations to meet those apparent obstacles the seeker meets. He then gently points toward the ever open doorway to the light that one genuinely is. The "Notes to Self" demonstrate a deeply contemplated life that is fully enriched by direct understanding.
A Seeker's Guide is the seeker's choice.” ~ Katie Davis
Her comments bring a humble tear to my eye :) One of the reasons for writing the book was to put the last few years of my journey in chronological order, and I have to say that I really enjoyed re-reading all of my past blog posts. My main reason, of course, was to bring these life lessons to a broader audience. The words in this book contain the key teachings of happiness, and I want that for you. I’ve included the back cover text at the end of this page in case you want some more information about the book.
There are a few ways to obtain a copy. It is available at Amazon.com in paperback as well as Kindle eBook. It is also available in all other eBook formats, which can be read on anything from your PC to your Nook. It is also available to order from independent bookstores everywhere.
As for locally owned independent bookstores, I would like to recommend you purchase your copy through one of my favorites – City Lights Bookstore in Sylva, NC. I grew up in the Cullowhee/Sylva area, and have known the owner since we were in grade school. For those Asheville natives who love Malaprop’s, there is also a link to purchase the book online from them. We’ll be getting hard copies into these stores soon.
Regardless of where you get your copy, I would love for you to post a review of the book on Amazon.com (you don’t have to purchase the book from them to review it on their site).
Purchase a paperback copy from Amazon.com
Purchase a Kindle eBook copy from Amazon.com
Purchase any eBook format copy from Smashwords
OR -- Purchase a signed paperback copy using Pay Pal
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If you do get a copy and enjoy it, I would love it if you could post a review of the book somewhere on the Internet. Feel free to share it on Facebook, Twitter, etc. I’d really like to get the word out, and your help would be greatly appreciated.
Inspired by the works of Eckhart Tolle, Byron Katie, Adyashanti, and many other well-known (and not so well-known) spiritual teachers, this book chronicles the journey of a man enamored with the idea of Enlightenment. Not only are the great wisdom teachings of Advaita brought to life in this book, the inspirations, meditations and revelations experienced by the author are also eloquently expressed.
This book is written in such a way that it appeals to those who have been actively seeking spiritual Enlightenment, as well as those who only have a mild curiosity. The teachings and experiences shared in this book are actually lessons on how to live a happier and more peaceful life. Since this book shares real life experiences with which most of us can relate, it also serves as a road map to bring about a deeper understanding of what Awakening means in our daily lives.
There have been many great books written about Enlightenment, which serve as wonderful pointers to Truth. However, this book was written by a seeker for seekers, which provides an entirely different perspective on how these teachings can change life for the better. Whether you are actively seeking Enlightenment or not, the impact of these pointers can be quite profound. Many may find that being exposed to these teachings through someone like themselves, as opposed to a traditional guru, is much more palatable.
This book is the manifestation of the author’s passion for Truth, and his desire for everyone to be exposed to it in some way. It is written to be receptive to a broader audience than many other books on Self-realization, and could be considered a comprehensive overview on the subject. The journal style in which it is written illustrates the progression and integration process that can occur as we delve deeper into our true Self. It is also full of helpful meditation practices for those who don’t like to meditate.
Since we are all on the same path, being driven by a desire for happiness and inner peace, joining another on their journey allows us to share in the Aha moments as we come to grips with the truth of who we really are, beyond the mind made identity we believe ourselves to be. This book contains numerous glimpses into what is in store for us should we dare admit that we could be wrong about everything.
