great as a manual for beginers but also an insight in philosophy of yoga... great to read as an inspirational book so buy it even if you not gona practice

This is a short review, much in line with others here. This book explains and insists that yoga is not something you do to get fit or lose weight. It is yoga from the inside out, it is not about moving into an asana as a milestone and then moving into the next milestone. Please read it, but be aware that it will take you out of your yoga classes and put you into a room alone with your mat and props.

While I cannot add much to what has been written here, however I cansay that Erich's writing voice matches his voice as a teacher. You can hear his short lectures on his website where he adds files to listen to!

Enjoy and absorb the book at a leisurely pace. Even if meditation or yoga isn't 'your thing', the book will invite you to think about your Self in a more expansive way. Nothing to fear here, just like a cool guy talking to you... perfect for the cynic or dweeb in your life who snubs all things 'crunchy', or alternative. It's just about life man, relax and read something different for a change...and some of us will be willing to read Forbes.

Erich is a great modern yogi and he writes a good book.

His knowledge is amazing.

If you in the discovery phase of your yoga practice, you simply cannot go wrong with buying this book and using the information he presents.

Outstanding text, very clear. VERY inspirational. Goes into background of material and deep insights into Mindfullness, meditation. Immensely spiritual.