Praise for Awake
"There is so much to deeply appreciate about this book: the thoughtful articulation of principles rooted in research; the ease of the language, making it accessible to so many ages and stages of life; the wise integration of practices with inspiration; and the breadth of the wisdom offered. Evan Sutter truly understands that positive change is possible, and yet not easy, and he provides a rich exploration of topics that we in the field of positive psychology and resilience know matter deeply. But I have to say, what I love most about this book is the felt sense of joy that resonates through the work - as a reader we can feel Sutter's delight in bringing forward research, wisdom, practical guidance and inspiration so that we might actually have a chance in constructing a life of positivity and one worth living at that!"
Maria Sirois, Psy.D., author of A Short Course in Happiness After Loss (and Other Dark, Difficult Times)
“A journal, a guide, a retreat and a friend – it says it all about this precious little gem. You’ll want to take this companion with you wherever you go. This wonderful collection of insights, quotes and questions will help you understand yourself in your depths and guide you home to yourself.”
Petrea King | CEO and Founder | Quest for Life Foundation
"Evan skillfully combines thought-provoking content with practical guidance to offer a book that is both inspiring and useful. The rich collection of insights, guided meditations, reflections, investigations, and practices are rooted in research and integrated thoughtfully, making it accessible and beneficial for people of all ages. Evan understands that simple exercises can create more joy, more fulfilling relationships and improve wellbeing, it just takes a bit of regular practice. In this sense, Awake is not just a book, it is an important toolkit full of wisdom and inspiration that we can all use everyday to improve our lives."
Chip Conley, Hospitality Entrepreneur and Founder of the Modern Elder Academy
"In today's world people are so busy chasing after unrealistic imaginary dreams, they sacrifice today for a better tomorrow, along the way sacrificing all that is important to them, their friends and family, their passions and interests and they don't even know why; instead succumbing to the abundance of illusionary social expectations programmed into us since birth." Scribbles on the Wall is a reflection on life through experiences, observations, mistakes, regrets and successes, provoking debate, fostering ideas and raising opinion on everyday happenings; from alcohol and drugs to sex and religion, work, community and study to health, travel and friendship. Evan Sutter's latest work serves as a positive guide to reflect and better your your life. Read it here.
Awake: A Journal, a Guide, a Retreat, a Friend
Awake is a unique and powerful book and journal in one, that is rooted in research, accessible to many ages and stages of life, packed with wisdom and practical guidance, and designed to be fun and skillfully promote healthy habits.
Awake will help you to:
Improve your relationships
Boost positive emotions
Reduce stress, worry and doubt
Find fulfillment in your work and play
Boost holistic health, sleep, and nutrition
Develop peace and contentment
Improve peak performance
Create a more meaningful and enjoyable life
15 Reasons to Enjoy Awake:
Four unique Happiness Pillars: Exploration, Know Yourself, Meaning, Presence
Get curious with the curiosity challenge
Find alignment and clarity with Values + Strengths + Habits exercises
Boost calm and connection with 12+ guided meditations, body scans, walking & eating meditations
Stay positive with Mindset tips
Dive deeper into yourself with The Investigations
Built-in Tech-free zones for clarity and peace of mind
Stop and slow down with beautiful illustrations and Mindfulness Coloring
Good deed challenges to actively boost positive emotions
Appreciation is powerful! Find it with dedicated Gratitude & How Am I sections
Sharing, Communication, and Thank You exercises
Explore positive psychology, creativity, mindfulness, kindness, self-compassion + more
20+ ACTIVITIES
Inspiring quotes & beautifully designed
Recommended readings to continue your self-discovery
“The Awake Journal is a way to focus and stay connected to the learnings and practice of wellbeing. We all need reminders and support and this book provides some useful tools and activities to continue to grow your own wellbeing.”
Sue Langley, Founder & CEO, Langley Group
“Evan Sutter's, Awake, is the evidence-based, easy to navigate, well-being tool we all need right now. In a time where burnout and chronic stress are on the rise, Sutter's practical, positive psychology-based applications, buffers us from their negative effects.”
Jennifer Moss - Author of the Burnout Epidemic: The Rise of Chronic Stress and How We Can Fix It
You can grab your copy of Awake at Dymocks, Booktopia (Australia); Barnes and Noble, Booksamillion, Amazon (US) ; Waterstones, WHSmith, Tales (UK); Indigo (Canada); Ark (Norway); Saxo (Denmark); Kinokuniya (Japan); Bol (Netherlands); and many more independent bookstores around the world…
How will three months living in a small wooden hut in the forests of a Buddhist Monastery in the South of France affect him? How about seeing his brother for the first time in two years; the brother who now happens to be a Monk? See how one email from his brother led Sutter, a lost young man and vagabond, to fly across the world, and how that one email will change the direction of his life forever. It will be opposite to the days and nights he spent in bars drinking alcohol, taking drugs and chasing women. There will be no mobile phone, no laptop computer, no social media and no daily newspaper. A raw exploration into Sutter’s time in Plum Village - see as he explores his new surroundings, shares a tiny hut with his Monk brother, meets new people from around the world and struggles with his own personal demons. A new found appreciation of the present moment, finding enjoyment in doing nothing and an ability to forge a greater connection with his inner self lead Sutter to examine a whole range of relevant and contentious topics that every man and woman can relate to. Read it here.
