Reviews

"I finished Ryan's book today. So interesting. His compilation of NDEs and his tying-in scientific principles with spiritual concepts is riveting. Thank you for sharing!"  - Mark Johansen, MD

"One Great Whole uses solid, structured logic to present the case for being a better, happier human. Questions such as: is there life after death?; what is the point of life on earth?; and why do we need to endure difficulties? are all addressed using scientific evidence and universally applicable reasoning. The research and analysis offered also supports many long held and cherished spiritual beliefs. Using his background in philosophy, Ryan builds an inspirational framework of truth to motivate readers to be more empathetic and introspective. One Great Whole is thought-provoking and uplifting." - Sarah Umari

"One Great Whole is the first fruit of Ryan Umari's studies in various fields (from near death experiences, medicine, and psychology to philosophy and religion) that have a bearing on the nature of humanity, the mind, and reality itself. It brings together numerous sources and extensive evidence into a coherent and, to me, compelling argument regarding the immortality of the soul, the reality of pre-mortal and post-mortal existences, and the nature and meaning of human existence. These are subjects that deserve serious treatment, yet few dare to venture into these controversial, interdisciplinary, and institutionally disfavored spaces. Some of the factors hostile to an effort such as this are the materialist bent of mainstream science and the impossibility of maintaining what a hyper-specialized academia regards as expertise within the dozens of fields involved in the issues this book touches on. These are among the factors, then, that make an audaciously broad-ranging book like this almost impossible for a "professional" to write and therefore necessary for an amateur to attempt. I admire the spunk required to treat these subjects and the solid effort by a sincere seeker of truth to marshall the evidence. Bravo!" - Brian Sabey, Attorney, and writer at thebrotherssabey.com

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"In this book, Ryan provides a distillation of necessary principles for making the most of one's spiritual journey on this earth, outlining multiple paths and guiding the reader to see the merit of the path marked by Jesus Christ. Ryan is both a philosopher and a theologian, and, as such, is well versed in the material he presents. While not a light read, I found the topics he discusses to be both helpful and interesting. Ryan urges readers to make the safest and kindest choices on their path of upward progression through this life. Ryan's love and concern for fellow "travelers" is apparent, and his case for living one's best life is made with compassion and understanding, making this a must-read for those seeking to know how to improve their spiritual lives." - Sarah Umari