Be Here Now

This book offers a diverse range of experiences. While some sections were challenging and I didn't enjoy them, others were easy to read and I thoroughly enjoyed them. Overall, the book is packed with fascinating and valuable Buddhist wisdom. Some sections are better suited as reference materials, allowing readers to revisit them when they're in the mood and when they resonate with their current life circumstances. I'll rate this book 4 out of 5 stars, primarily due to the challenging parts. If the rating were solely based on the wisdom in the book, it would easily earn a 5-star rating.

This book's first section is a captivating memoir by Ram Dass, also known as Richard Alpert. It's an engaging and easy-to-read read that I thoroughly enjoyed. The second part is a collection of hand-drawn and sometimes humorous illustrations that illustrate Buddhist wisdom. While I found some of the pictures interesting, I eventually grew tired of them and skipped the entire section. The final section is a treasure trove of wisdom, each piece relevant to a specific topic. Most of the wisdom is straightforward and practical, making it easy to apply to my life. However, there are a few other sections that seemed strange and unnecessary, so I skipped them.