The Fire from Within

Interesting Facts

• The book is one of the last in Carlos Castaneda's series about his training with don Juan Matus, a shaman from the Yaqui tribe.
• The book examines in detail the concept of 'dreaming' as a way of perceiving and altering reality.
• One of the key themes is 'second attention', which allows a person to perceive the world beyond ordinary perception.
• Castaneda describes complex techniques and practices he learned from don Juan, including 'shifting the assemblage point'.
• The book explores ideas that human perception and consciousness can be significantly expanded through spiritual practices.
• In 'The Fire from Within', Castaneda shares his experiences and insights gained during his training with don Juan.
• The book also touches on the theme of 'death as an advisor', suggesting using the awareness of one's mortality for a fuller experience of life.