Soul to Soul

In Soul to Soul, Gary Zukav, author of the monumental bestseller The Seat of the Soul, addresses some of the most significant questions about the human experience -- from "Why is life so difficult?" to "How can I learn to trust?" -- with profound answers that are of truly universal value. With the publication of his revolutionary work The Seat of the Soul, Zukav emerged as an important leader in the world of spiritual development, and it became one of the all-time successful books of its kind. Each of Zukav's subsequent books, all of them bestsellers in their own right, has explored different aspects of that seminal work, offering detailed explanations and practical applications of his original vision. Soul to Soul represents a giant step forward in the expression of his work, providing penetrating insights that illuminate our lives. It is divided into two sections. Part One, "Soul Subjects," consists of fifty brief, perceptive, and compelling chapters that encourage us to examine our own experiences in new and perhaps life-changing ways. Part Two, "Soul Questions," is different from anything Zukav has written before. Combining profound spiritual and psychological insights, Zukav answers nearly one hundred important questions about life. Each chapter ends with a challenge to readers to experiment with the insight that has been given and make it their own. "Soul Questions," which spans the full range of Zukav's vision, asks:

• Do we have a destiny?
• Can you prove that life exists after death?
• What is the meaning of dreams?
• How can I love without fear?
• What is the role of soul in my life?
• How does a person know what he was put on Earth to do?
• How can I forgive someone who betrays me again and again?
• How can I really change?
• Does the Universe care about us?

Soul to Soul is profoundly simple, wise, and poetic, a book to treasure and return to again and again for guidance and inspiration.

Gary Zukav is the author of Universal Human, the #1 New York Times bestseller The Seat of the Soul, and The Dancing Wu Li Masters, winner of the American Book Award for Science. His books have sold millions of copies and are published in thirty languages. He is a graduate of Harvard and a former US Army Special Forces officer. He lives in Oregon with his spiritual partner, Linda Francis.

PART ONE: SOUL SUBJECTS Exploring Soul Subjects Experiencing the Seasons Balance Spring Trust The Summer Solstice The Winter Solstice Understanding Love Undying Love The Currency of the Heart Deep Christmas In His Wallet Except Love Challenging Your Fears Snake Skin The Other Side of the Coin The Assumption Like an Arrow Seventy-five Percent The Fork in the Road Moment of Choice Compassion or Revenge First Sight Lincoln Tunnel New Perceptions New Eyes Fire Season The Tourist Wearing the Sword All Uphill The Journey Six Cars The Art of Letting Go Standing in the Center Fight or Flow Picking Berries An Open Heart The Tenth Number The Honor of All Hong Kong The Year After Your Best Friend I Knew You'd Come Developing Awareness Horse Stance Sensational Waves Father and Daughter The Streets of Los Angeles Life Lessons Beyond Mother-Daughter Hearing and Listening Fierce Grace The Urgent and the Important Loyalty Small Brown Sedan Leaves Old Buffalos A Way Out of Hell Learning Compassion Compassion and Courage Compassion and Karma Danger Finding the Path The Common Destination The Misery Is Optional Loving the Truth PART TWO: SOUL QUESTIONS Exploring Soul Questions Exploring Fundamentals How do you know? What is the source of your information? Do I need a teacher? What is evil? What exactly is reincarnation? Can you prove that life exists after death? What do you mean by "Universe"? Does the universe care about us? Do we have a destiny? Why are thoughts powerful? What is new about multisensory perception? What is the basis for the Earth school concept? Becoming a Spiritual Person What do you mean by "spiritual"? What do you mean by "inner work"? What are the first steps of spiritual growth? What is the role of sacred practices in spiritual development? What does the scientific method have to do with spirituality? Why strive for spiritual growth if the world is coming to an end? Relating to Others Do you believe in soul mates? How can I let go of my expectations of others? How can I forgive someone who betrays me again and again? Why can't I fall in love? How can I love without fear? What is the difference between judging and discerning? How can I protect myself without becoming judgmental? How can I tell a friend about a flaw? Do people who irritate me reflect a part of me? How can I avoid being drawn into the chaos of others? Why do children and parents have conflicts? How can I teach my children to be nonjudgmental? How do I move my children toward authentic power? How can I set an example for others? Physical and Spiritual Heath What is a healthy diet? What is the role of fitness and physical health? What is the relation of diet and spirituality? Are antidepressants useful? Messages from Your Soul What is the meaning of dreams? What is the role of my soul in my life? Why are souls created imperfect? Is it possible to experience my soul? Why do souls leave when they still have work to do? What is the difference between a personality and a soul? How do I keep from feeling at constant odds with my personality? Can souls communicate with us after their personalities die? Nonphysical Reality Do we need to grow into "great souls"? What is intuition? How does intuition differ from paranoia? Addiction and Healing What is the difference between habit and addiction? How can I overcome my addiction? What is the reason for struggles and addictions? Can involuntary behavior be changed? How long will it take to find all of the unhealed parts of myself? What is my responsibility to friends and family members who are addicted and in emotional pain? Understanding Karma Why do I get such bad Karma? Can visualization and affirmation change Karma? Should I interfere with someone's Karma? Will I create negative Karma by taking a job in a company that supports people's addictions? Challenge and Change How do I "challenge" my anger or fear? Why does my anger increase when I challenge it? What is the difference between challenging my fears and repressing them? How can I really change? How can I change my unconscious intentions? Why is the unexpected so painful? Why do nonphysical Teachers allow violence? Overcoming Life's Problems Why is my life so difficult? Why do bad things happen to good people? How can I heal bad memories? How can I handle my negativity? How can I heal my competitive nature? How can I let go of the pain of ending a relationship? How can I forgive myself if I don't feel worthy of forgiveness? How can I learn to trust? Finding Meaning and Purpose How can I become the person I want to be? How does a person know what he was put on earth to do? How do I find my purpose? What is the single best thing I can do for myself? The Learning Process How can everyone in a community be equal? How can I tell the difference between wants and needs? How do I know when I am running away or moving to my next lesson in life? Can awareness overcome temptation? Do intention and motivation mean the same? What is the difference between a healthy boundary and emotional withdrawal? Does doubt have a purpose? How can I feel authentically empowered every day? How can I remember my spirit? Do my surroundings prevent me from creating authentic power? Can I remain a Christian (or Jew, Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist) and create authentic power? Do you have a meditation practice? An Invitation to the Seat of the Soul Institute Index