God On Your Own: Finding A Spiritual Path Outside Religion

After spending eight years in a monastery, Joseph Dispenza walked away from his life as a monk and the religion of his youth in search of a different kind of spiritual path. Outside the confines of organized religion, Dispenza was able to create a spiritual life that gives direction and meaning to all he does and all he is. God on Your Own is written for anyone who has left (or is thinking of leaving) organized religion but wants to continue on a spiritual path. Written by noted author and retreat leader Joseph Dispenza, this book provides a spiritual road map for those who want to make the transition from conventional religion toward a richer and more satisfying direct relationship with the Source, without rules, dogmas, or doctrines. Throughout the book, Dispenza offers wise, compassionate guidance, speaking as one seeker to another. He has made this journey himself, gleaning spiritual truth from across traditions and practices.

Joseph Dispenza is the cofounder of LifePath Retreats in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, where he writes and is in practice as a spiritual counselor. Dispenza is an acclaimed author of numerous articles and books including The Way of the Traveler and Live Better Longer. He is a former university professor and monk who lived a monastic life for several years.

Foreword, by Thomas Moore.

Introduction: Taking Back Your Soul.

PART ONE: BEGINNING.

1. A Larger Picture.

2. Beyond Religion.

PART TWO: SEEKING.

3. Sacred Skeptic.

4. Beliefs.

5. Discernment.

6. Obstacles.

PART THREE: BUILDING.

7. Detachment.

8. Innocence.

9. Responsibility.

10. Peak Experience.

PART FOUR: BEING.

11. Service.

12. Heaven on Earth.

Afterword.

Bibliography.

The Author.

Index.