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"Fragments of Reality provides one with a
collage of insights written from the point of view of a person who has
committed to live in the present. It has the feel of journal of a
journey to a foreign yet very familiar place: the present. In doing
this, Peter Cajander has made a significant contribution with this
text. It is like an exploration of the world that Eckhart Tolle
describes, but in unpretentious cameos. The fragments of insight are
bite sized, which makes the book an ideal bedside companion that
provides perspective for ones own reflection. The book gives one
reflection tools for the heroic struggle to stay on the tightrope of
the present in the day to day."
- Etsko Schuitema
"It is rare that you can read a book that helps you
step back from the daily grind and realize what is of true value in
life. Peter manages to capture a sense of awe and wonder in the world
that is sadly missing today...."
- Brett King
"In this masterful collection of essays, Peter Cajander
reveals the simple truths that inspire us to consider new
solutions to everday problems. Begun as a daily ‘diary’ of events which
transpired in the workplace, Peter realized the simplicity of his
‘notes’ was but a reflection of his own consciousness and that he
would assemble those kernels of wisdom into a single volume he would
share with the rest of the world.
Peter defines “fear” and describes its crippling effect on our success,
our relationships, and on our lives. He clarifies the myths behind
“belief” systems and encourages the practical application of
“knowledge.”
Few authors and motivational speakers have considered such simple,
effective solutions for the many problems that face mankind. Peter
Cajander will lead you to discover your own peace, tranquility, and
zest for life as you gain insight and greater wisdom."
- Don Nicoloff
"Fragments of Reality is a really great summary
of wisdom; one would need to read several books to grasp the same
amount of information. Furthermore, its immediate applicability to
daily life makes the book worthwhile reading."
- Bernie Pilgram
"Fragments of Reality brings into light from
different angles what is often beyond our automatic and self-evident
thought patterns. The book offers valuable insights to life and to more
harmonous existence, connecting these in a practical way to our
modern-day living."
- Ossi Schröder
"I find the book is filled with practical insight...It
is not one I would read as a novel but one that I would use to reflect
on different concepts that resonate with me at the time...The book
inspires ideas and methods that one can experiment with in daily life
and help improve the quality of living."
- Megan Baierski
"Although the title of Peter Cajander's book is Fragments
of Reality it offers a comprehensive view of life. Reader can
reflect his own values and experiences against Cajander's
considerations, emotions and analysis and it is very rewarding. For
instance, business, morale, and philosophy are not separate themes.
They should go together."
- Matti Salimäki
"I am loving this book. It is plain and simple talk
about life. The chapters are short and highly insightful about how I
live my life. I find it fantastic that someone could have written a
book that brings into modern terms what Ramana Maharshi, Huang Po,
Bankei, and others have said from ancient times. While I would classify
this book as spirituality, it integrates so fundamentally with the
process of living I cannot imagine classifying it separtely from life
itself.
This book clearly communicates how my mind works, and the games it
plays. Because of this, it has brought me great joy and made possible
ways of transcending my old ways of living and behaving. This is one of
the most important books I have read in recent history!"
- Ben Ames
"As CEO Coach, Poet and author of a book that helps
leaders unleash their genius and the genius of their business, I
recommend this book. It is full of clear descriptions of deep and often
misunderstood concepts."
- Paul David Walker
"There are many external pressures that provoke
internal conflict. For example, pressure to spend time travelling to
meetings, rather than travelling to places that are of interest to us;
pressure to focus on short-term targets rather than long-term goals;
etc. Peter Cajander's writing offers a variety of insights into how we
may resolve internal conflicts brought about by external pressures."
- Dr S. Fox
"I really enjoyed the book. They were really fragments
or a smorgasbord of ideas and interesting pieces of information that
made me curious about further reading."
- Magnus Caspar
"I think that Peter Cajander has done a good job in
expressing the deeper and most meaningful aspects of life in a simple
and accessable way. Sharing his own deep experience in bringing the
essence of meaning into everyday living.
'Daily Entries' can be used for either simple reflection or as a
framework for serious discussion."
- John B
"Before reading Peter Cajander's book Fragments of
Reality I was living my life in a fastforward mode - without
stopping to look around and enjoy the beautiful moments. Fragments
of Reality opened my mind for all the minor subtleties in life.
Now I realise that in order be truly happy with my life I must focus
all my energy in the moments of NOW - not in the past nor the future. Fragments
of Reality reveals the puzzling pieces of life and makes you
question everything you've learned so far. A must reading for everyone
who feels there's something more in this life but haven't got the
answer what it is."
- Tung Bui
"This is spiritual literature in trainers, rather than
boots, dumping concepts, structure and mediation of other beings in
order to travel lightly. As such it prefigures the spirituality of the
future."
- Suzanne Rough
"Peter has written a great little book. He has been
able to get a lot of information into short chapters. The 'daily
journal' format gives a clear window into Peter's mind...he is a deep
thinker. I'm sure that more great things will be coming out of his
sharp pencil.."
- Timo Ylä-Soininmäki
"Fragments of Reality is a deep book of
fragmented thoughts, random memories, and moments of questions racing
through this philosophical mix and match prose. Poetry and essays grace
the pages to make the reader stop and consider so many issues of life,
some often not even an average thought of a typical mind, yet the
author still somehow makes you stop and think about them.
Far from your average book, Fragments of Reality brings you
to the depths of the author's soul and makes you reach into the depths
of your own. Poems of love, beauty, grace and sadness are amongst
essays that speak of the meaning of life and the simple idea of being.
Simplicity often overcomes complex issues, making the reader understand
with few written words but so intense you must stop to ponder.
This book would be a wonderful gift to that deep thinker in your life.
Perhaps a graduation gift to someone special who may want to begin
their journey in life with a deep,meaningful start. Simply not your
average book, it's a deep, philosophical journey that takes you on a
trip you will always remember. I guarantee you will walk away with
thoughts deeper than you ever have reached before."
- Reader Views (6/06) by Beverly Pechin
"...wonderful discovery journey to the unknown that
waits to be found in us, poetic self-realizations that delight the
heart and mind."
- Marjaana B
"Il suffit d'ouvrir la premiere page pour ne plus
pouvoir fermer ce livre transcendant! En effet l'auteur a su allier
simplicite et profondeur ainsi la philosophie qui en ressort n'en est
que plus facile a lire et aisee a comprendre! Peter Cajander casse nos
habitudes pour nous faire comprendre que l'etre humain n'est pas un
sujet immobile mais bien un etre de mouvance, etat necessaire a son
evolution vers une vie epanouie malgre toutes les barrieres modernes
qui s'opposent a nous. Plonger dans ce livre est une descente a
l'originel qui nous montre et nous demontre combien l'homme est
fascinant mais vulnerable. En lisant Cajander vous remettrez vos
pendules a l'heure! Et c'est bon!"
- Vandenbussche "Hadita"
Minä Olen
-lehden 03/2006 kirja-arvostelu (in Finnish)
Step Out of the Illusion and Into Reality (Press
Release)
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