Review of In It Together

[Amy_Jackson]

[Following is a volunteer review of "In It Together" by Eckhart Aurelius Hughes.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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In It Together: The Beautiful Struggle Uniting Us All by Eckhart Aurelius Hughes is a book unlike any other book I've read. There's no doubt about the depth of mind work that was put into it. One major aim of the book is to present deep spiritual truths. Some opinions may differ, especially based on long-held beliefs and practices, but it is evident that the author struck multiple chords that resonate deep in the heart of every human. He wrote about the unity of humans in the struggles we face and in who we truly are. He also took the time to strip away some misconceptions we have about ourselves, others, and life. But he didn’t stop there. With vivid illustrations, he showed us what our true essence really is and what life is really all about.

This book was eye-opening in various ways. I'd always wondered why many are enjoying riches while many others are suffering helplessly. I was happy to see that the author addressed this in his book. The answer he gave is something I never considered, but it made perfect sense. Get your copy of the book to find out what he said and also discover several other eye-openers that will improve the way you see yourself, relate to others, and live your life.

At first, I didn't quite know how to wrap my head around a few things. Like saying “no shoulds” when my life was hinged on a lot of it. It took me a few more reads and a deliberate pondering on the heart of the matter in this book before I really began to see in the author's way.

One thing I didn't like much in the book is that sometimes, one would need to read some sentences repeatedly to fully grasp the train of thoughts. You can't possibly get a full understanding of the book in one quick read. But I guess that’s a good thing. The author used easy and humorous language to make it easier to understand the depths of his words.

One of the major things I like about the book is the poetic writing style. It added to the richness of the book. I also like how the author presented his points from different angles before driving home the truth he wanted us to focus on. It's like he takes you by the hand and guides you on a walk to the desired location. The whole process makes you really think about what you believe in and why. It is a book to be read with your thinking cap on. And his descriptions—vivid and sometimes hilarious! I enjoyed the exercise on discovering what makes you the real you. It made me laugh, yet it drove home a vital point about our true essence. The book was also well edited. I therefore rate it 5 out of 5 stars.

I recommend it to those who are seeking a more meaningful life and want a better future. It will also be an interesting read for philosophers and theologians.

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[Helen Waziri]

I haven’t read this book yet, but the way you describe the author’s poetic and humorous style really caught my attention. It’s not often that a book challenges deep beliefs while still making you laugh and reflect. I’m especially curious about the “no shoulds” idea; that’s something I’d definitely need to sit with too. Sounds like one of those rare books that change how you see the world, if you’re willing to wrestle with it.