Well, that isn't really unique to Tolle (but hey, what is...?). Psychology will tell you that one who is directly affected by the moods of others is bound for depression. It's a depressed world. Tolle is trying to teach emotional resilience, detachment, and perspective. Naturally, external support is of great help, but Tolle's philosophy is one of random insights, epiphanies, and sudden bursts of inner peace, rather than practical lifestyle choices. I mean, come on. The guy drinks coffee. Almost every day, I hear. |