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OverviewLessons learned from tuning into the mind by celebrated actor, author and podcaster Robert Sheehan. 'A wit and wisdom that harkens back to an age of enlightenment' - RON PERLMAN, ACTOR 'A meditation guide from a man with a mind most unlikely to be conducive to meditation' - MANCH N MAGAN, WRITER AND BROADCASTER 'In this beautifully written story, Robert Sheehan shares his journey from chaos to stillness and how meditation can lead us to a place of connection and calm' - DEB DANA, AUTHOR OF ANCHORED From Robert Sheehan, star of Misfits and The Umbrella Academy, and host of hit podcast The Earth Locker, comes a heartfelt journey to inner peace. In Playing Dead, Robert Sheehan shares intimate reflections on his search for purpose, looking back at the adventures - and misadventures - of his life so far, and sharing the profoundly transformative lessons he has learnt along the way. Meditation is at the heart of Robert's route to spiritual awakening. In Playing Dead he reveals the turbulence in his life that led him to seek calm and tranquility within. A beautiful, meandering memoir reflecting a rich tapestry of experience, uncovering how spirituality has become his anchor in the constant moving tide. Combining storytelling with letters, poetry, childhood memories and thoughtful musings on fame. Through this compelling description of his quest for inner stillness, Robert shows us how we can welcome a practice of meditation into our own lives, with tools for soothing your nervous system and focusing a fretful mind. In a world where our attention is constantly up for grabs, Playing Dead shows how we can give our souls the deep rest we crave. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Robert SheehanPublisher: Ebury Publishing Imprint: Rider & Co Dimensions: Width: 14.50cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 22.50cm Weight: 0.391kg ISBN: 9781846047350ISBN 10: 1846047358 Pages: 288 Publication Date: 05 September 2024 Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsTo spend any time immersing oneself in the ruminations of Robert Sheehan is to experience a wit and wisdom that harkens back to an age of enlightenment, all too rarely seen in modern times. Do yourself a giant favour; immerse yourself! * Ron Perlman, Hollywood actor * A meditation guide from a man with a mind most unlikely to be conducive to meditation. Robert’s effervescence in life and exuberant immersion in characters on screen make him an unlikely meditator… and, as a result, an ideal guide for others curious about exploring the practice. * Manchán Magan, Writer and Broadcaster * Playing Dead shows us the power of a regulated nervous system to transform our human experience. In this beautifully written story, Robert Sheehan shares his journey from chaos to stillness and how meditation can lead us to a place of connection and calm. * Deb Dana, Author of Anchored * Playing Dead is a beautiful and thought-provoking book showing how our raw, messy human experience can be transformed by meditation. * Maude Hirst, actor and meditation teacher * This book on meditation had me feeling zen enough to consider giving my chaotic mind a retirement package! If serenity could be bottled, Rob Sheehan would be a millionaire – consider me sold on the magic of meditation! * Steve Blackman, screenwriter and producer * Playing Dead is a beautiful and thought-provoking book showing how our raw, messy human experience can be transformed by meditation. * Maude Hirst, actor and meditation teacher * Author InformationRobert Sheehan is a celebrated actor, podcaster and author. He is renowned for his breakout role in hit TV show Misfits and ongoing role in award-winning show The Umbrella Academy. As co-host of The Earth Locker podcast, Robert enjoys exploring the universals of the human condition and what it means to live a better life. He is the author of short story collection Disappearing Act and upcoming memoir Playing Dead. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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