Breath by Breath: A Journey Within by Bradley Murray

"Breath by Breath: A Journey Within" isn't about selling the idea of meditation. Instead, it's Bradley's honest account of his own struggles and revelations. From the moment he stumbled upon Vipassana in Sydney's Blue Mountains, while juggling his demanding job as a stagehand, to the chaotic streets of London and Melbourne, he shares his journey of wrestling with inner demons and finding solace in the rhythm of his breath.

Bradley didn't set out looking for a spiritual transformation in the mountains of Kathmandu. But as he delved deeper into his practice, he found a sense of clarity and peace he hadn't known was possible. It wasn't always about dramatic revelations. It was the little moments, the everyday challenges and the mundane thoughts, where he learned the most.

"Breath by Breath" doesn't try to romanticize the practice of meditation or promise instant enlightenment. Instead, Bradley shares his very real ups and downs, the times he felt lost, and the moments he found himself again. Through his story, he offers readers a glimpse into the world of mindfulness, making it accessible to anyone, anywhere.

In this book, you'll find relatable tales, personal insights, and some straightforward mindfulness exercises that Bradley found helpful. This isn't a guide to achieving instant peace or a tutorial on meditation. It's a story of one person's path to understanding himself better, and the surprising lessons he learned along the way.

In "Breath by Breath," Bradley invites you to join him on his journey, not as a guru, but as a fellow traveler. Whether you're new to the idea of mindfulness or have been practicing for years, Bradley's story is a reminder that we're all human, and we're all in this together.