Revolution of the soul, by Seane Corn
“Remember to love. Everything, everyone, yourself, the world around you. That is the work. Because if you can be with that love, embrace it, own it, and let it influence all the ways you are in the world, then you will know God, you will be home, and peace in every way possible will be your contribution to this life.”
So truthfully, at first this book didn’t resonate with me… I think I was a bit intimidated by the fierce, strong, beautiful woman on the cover. When I listened to her voice on my audiobook, she sounded like a no-nonsense, ballsy New Yorker, and this confidence, together with the image of the strong yogi made me feel very small. Fortunately the universe nudged me enough, through various other people recommending this book, for me to pick it up again. And I am so happy I did. It is honest, raw, an autobiography showing vulnerability but at the same time it is incredibly insightful, it explains some of the yoga philosophy in such a clear and relatable way. I love her, she is amazing.
“Remember that everything you feel, including the shadow emotions you have trouble acknowledging, lives in the body, and if you don’t allow your feelings to arise and then dissolve, they will become stuck there, taking up residence in places like the hips, the jaw, the shoulders. By creating distinct shapes through asana, you can move your awareness and your breath into those areas and encourage the energy to release. All of this helps you understand what your body is trying to tell you and offers you clues on how to bring these embodied “stories” into your awareness, and hopefully assist in your own healing.”
Seane’s real purpose is to guide us into a deep, gut-level understanding of our highest Self through yoga philosophy and other tools for emotional healing—not just as abstract ideas but as embodied, fully-felt wisdom. Why? To spark a “revolution of the soul” in each of us, so we can awaken to our purpose and become true agents of change.
To take us there, she shares “the highlights, lowlights, and what-the-fucks” of her own evolution, including:
How, in the gritty clubs and cafes of New York’s 1980s East Village, Seane meets the first everyday “angels” that will change her path forever
Her first yoga classes (with dirty sweats, Marlboros, and the mother of all monkey minds in tow)
How a variety of unconventional therapists masterfully helped Seane embrace her shadow and resolve her childhood trauma, OCD, unhealthy behaviors, and relationship wounding
A pilgrimage to India where Seane receives stinging truths about false gurus and our need to trust the teacher within
Poignant, hard-earned lessons on how to be a truly effective and heart-centered activist
How she came to understand the connection between the inner work of transformation and the outer work of social change
And many other stories, each illuminated by immersive teachings
“When we heal the fractured parts of ourselves and learn to love who we are and the journey we’ve embarked upon,” writes Seane, “we will see that same tender humanity in all souls. This is the revolution of the soul.” And with this book, you’re invited to be a part of it.”