"Deeply wise and generous, Ordinary Mysticism is exactly the offering we need in these soul crushing times. A shimmering call to reclaim our direct connection to the sacred and beautiful." -- V (formerly Eve Ensler), author of Reckoning and The Vagina Monologues "This gorgeous, transformative, welcoming book is for anyone who longs to feel more present, more alive, more joyful and aware of the holiness of daily life." -- Anne Lamott, author of Dusk, Night, Dawn and Help, Thanks, Wow "Ordinary Mysticism takes up the work of restoring the direct experience of our imperfect lives as our own sacred ground to walk upon. Like a good and learned friend, Mirabai Starr reconciles myths, rehumanizes saints, and doesn''t try to keep the credit for wisdom to herself. Whether religious or humanist, skeptical or seeking, Ordinary Mysticism assures us that no labels are required when the profound is accessible in the ordinary mystery that is you." -- Rev. angel Kyodo williams, author of Radical Dharma and founder of Transformative Change "This is a book to read over and over again, especially when you''re feeling poor in spirit.
Mirabai will lift you up and call you blessed, freeing you to be a blessing too." -- Barbara Brown Taylor, author of Holy Envy and Learning to Walk in the Dark "Ordinary Mysticism is an extraordinary book--so lyrical we want more, page after page, so human we feel befriended, and so helpful to our everyday lives, we realize it''s marinated in her wise brilliance about divine immanence and transcendence. Mirabai Starr demystifies mysticism and welcomes us back into our own lives as sacred ground. A must-read!" -- Carmen Acevedo Butcher, translator of The Cloud of Unknowing and Practice of the Presence "Ordinary Mysticism is an extraordinary gem. Starr stands at the doorway to the world of mysticism and hands us an essential guide -- a primer for beginners and a brilliant companion for all seeking to live an awakened life. Relatable, accessible, and drenched in beauty, Starr writes prose as poetry. She cuts through the noise and tumult of our time with stunning moral clarity--and invites us to love above all. Open any page and let her wisdom inspire you, as it has me.
" -- Valarie Kaur, author of See No Stranger and Sage Warrior "There is no one I trust and enjoy more than Mirabai Starr when it comes to demystifying the mystical and helping us all find God tucked away in the ordinary moments of our everyday lives. In Ordinary Mysticism, Mirabai lovingly ropes the lofty and gently pulls it down to earth for us to easily embrace in our ordinary - and miraculous - lives." -- Pete Holmes, comedian, author of Comedy Sex God, and host of You Made it Weird "In this beautiful and generous book, Starr invites us to see our own lives - right now! warts and all! - as transcendent and mystical. She allows us to see our everyday life as holy work and suddenly, it is so." -- Amy Brenneman, actor, producer, and activist "Often, people who have spent their lives seeking spiritual wisdom and depth ascend so high into the clouds that nobody can understand them. But sometimes, people who spend a lifetime learning what makes life meaningful become so honest and understandable that anyone and everyone can benefit from their wisdom. Mirabai Starr is the latter, and this book is a priceless gift to people like you and me. This is an accessible, down-to-earth masterpiece about the spiritual life.
" -- Brian D. McLaren, author of Faith After Doubt and Life After Doom "[Starr] effectively balances spiritual conviction with a gentle, playful tone to encourage readers to approach the everyday with awe. The results are sure to inspire the spiritually curious." -- Publishers Weekly "With her exquisite writing and unique storytelling style, Starr offers readers a smorgasbord of advice that can help them make their everyday lives more mystical and sacred." -- Spirituality & Health Magazine.