No Path to Enlightenment
I just finished No Path to Enlightenment by Colin McMorran, and wow. I had to sit with this one for a bit before even talking about it. This book didn’t just land — it nudged, cracked open, and gently rearranged a few things in the best possible way.
From page one, Colin dives into the idea that the “self” we cling to is more illusion than absolute truth — and instead of feeling preachy or heavy-handed (you know how some spiritual books can be), it felt like having a quiet, honest conversation with someone who’s genuinely exploring right alongside you. No ego, no dogma. Just curiosity and clarity.
What really stayed with me was this shift from identifying with every thought to simply noticing them. Such a small distinction… and such a big difference. It created a little extra breathing room in my mind — space where I could watch the chatter without getting swept away. I’m still practicing it, but those tiny moments of awareness are already bringing me more calm and clarity than I expected.
Colin also weaves in quantum physics — but in a way that doesn’t make your brain meltdown. He keeps it grounded and meaningful, which made me appreciate how these teachings echo what we’re learning about the nature of reality itself. It made the whole journey feel both cosmic and deeply personal at the same time.
And here’s the part I’m really taking with me: the invitation to stop chasing quick fixes or final answers and instead allow myself to explore my own consciousness with openness and humility. To stay curious. To sit in the “I don’t know” without trying to tidy it up. I’ve been adding a few quiet moments each day just to observe, question, and reconnect — and it feels like a step toward something quietly liberating.
If you’re even a little bit curious about spiritual awakening or you’re already deep into the work, I can’t recommend this book enough. It doesn’t hand you enlightenment on a platter (spoiler: nothing does), but it does offer a sincere, grounded guide to finding your own truth. Colin’s voice feels safe, humble, and steady — like a friend walking beside you rather than a teacher lecturing from a mountaintop.
This one definitely earned a permanent spot on my shelf… and honestly, in my heart too.