Tantric philosopher and Oxford scholar Christopher Wallis calls out the seemingly helpful spiritual teachings dominating our current culture and demonstrates how these near truths stand in the way of a more radically free and meaningful life-and ultimately, a deeper spiritual awakening. Have you ever been told, 'You create your own reality'? Have you been encouraged to 'be your best self' or 'follow your bliss'? Nowadays these slogans are everywhere, but what if they're doing more harm than good? After over thirty years as a scholar-practitioner of meditation and Tantric philosophy, acclaimed author Christopher Wallis (also known as Hareesh) explores the most widespread distortions of spiritual teachings present in our world today. Rooted in the Asian wisdom traditions, Wallis's book uncovers why these oft-heard platitudes are 'near enemies' to the truth, often detour us off the spiritual path, and can even cause unnecessary suffering. In asking us to question what we've accepted as
