The Space Between
The illuminating exploration of awareness beyond thought and the recognition of presence... the space between.
What you've been searching for...
has always been here...
NOW:
In a world filled with constant noise and distraction, finding clarity seems more difficult than ever. But what if true peace isn't something to achieve?
What if it's already here, in the space between your thoughts?
This book reveals the simple truth that has always been waiting to be noticed.
THEN:
For years, we've been told that happiness, peace, and fulfillment are destinations to reach through effort and practice. We've collected techniques, followed paths, and sought teachers - all while overlooking the awareness that has always been present.
THE SPACE BETWEEN gently points to what remains when the seeking stops, offering clear, accessible language that speaks directly to what you already know at the core of your being.
Book Excerpt
The silent awareness within you is the unchanging space where everything appears and disappears. It is the part of you that notices your thoughts but is not your thoughts. It sees emotions rise and fall but is not those emotions. When you recognize this, you begin to experience life differently.
Instead of being swept away by every passing wave of thought or feeling, you can rest in the knowing that something deeper within you remains untouched.
Many people believe Presence must be achieved, as if it were a task on a to-do list.
But this awareness is not something to "get." It is what you already are. The only reason it feels distant is because attention has been pulled into the constant flow of thinking. The moment you pause and observe, even for a second, you realize it was here all along.
Noticing the Space Between Thoughts
Just as there is space between the notes of a song, there is space between thoughts. Most people do not notice this because they are so used to focusing on the thoughts themselves.
But if you pay attention, you will find tiny gaps—moments of stillness before the next thought arises. These spaces are doorways to silent awareness.
A simple way to notice this is through pausing before reacting. For example, when something upsets you, rather than immediately responding, take a breath and observe.
In that pause, awareness becomes clear. The reaction may still come, but now you are watching it rather than being controlled by it.
Another way to notice the space is through sensory awareness. Right now, as you read this, feel your breath moving in and out. Listen to the faintest sounds in the background. Feel the weight of your body where you are sitting. These small moments of attention bring you directly into presence.
The more you notice these spaces, the more obvious they become. Over time, you realize the gaps were always there—you simply weren’t looking.
The Illusion of "Doing" Awareness
One of the greatest misunderstandings about Presence is the idea that it requires effort. Many believe they must work hard to "stay present" or "achieve awareness." But awareness is not something you do; it is something you recognize.
Trying to force Presence is like trying to grab air. The more effort you use, the more elusive it feels. But the moment you stop grasping, it is simply there. Awareness does not need your effort. It only needs your recognition.
This is why people often glimpse Presence in unexpected moments—staring at the ocean, watching the wind move through trees, or in the stillness of early morning. In these moments, the mind is not trying to be Present. It has simply stopped resisting.
You do not need special conditions to access this awareness. It is available right now, in whatever moment you find yourself.
🗝️ The key is to let go of the idea that it is something distant or difficult.
Instead, shift your focus from “doing” presence to noticing that it has always been here.
Returning to What Was Always There
When you recognize silent awareness, nothing external has changed, yet everything feels different. The world still moves, thoughts still come and go, but now you see from a place of stillness rather than from the chaos.
You are already in the flow of Source. There is nothing missing. There is no need to chase, grasp, or search for what is already here.
The mind may whisper that something is lacking—that you must reach a certain state, gain more knowledge, or become someone else to be complete. But Presence is not a destination—it is what you are.
Just as the ocean does not need to find water, you do not need to find your connection to Source. It has never been separate from you. The more you relax into this knowing, the more effortlessly life unfolds.
Presence is not something to master, achieve or attain. It is the natural state that remains when distractions fall away.
By noticing the space between thoughts, recognizing the stillness beneath activity, and understanding that awareness is not something to "do," you begin to experience life in a profoundly different way.
This is the shift from being lost in the river to realizing you were always the one watching from the shore.
Chapter 7: The Silent Awareness
Yet within it lies something profound—the presence that has always been here, quietly aware. This presence does not come and go. It is not something to chase, fix, or force. It is the silent awareness that exists before thought, before feeling, before action.
Many spend their lives lost in the noise of the mind, unaware of this quiet backdrop. But once you begin to notice it, everything changes. It is like suddenly realizing the sky has always been there, even when covered by clouds.
This section explores what it means to discover this silent awareness, how to recognize it in daily life, and how it serves as the foundation for deep presence.
Awareness as the Unmoving Center
Imagine standing in the middle of a river. The water rushes past you, carrying sticks, leaves, and debris. Some things drift by peacefully; others bump against you. The mind is like that river—full of constant movement, thoughts, emotions, and experiences flowing through. But you are not the river. You are the one standing still, watching the flow.
In every moment, there is a space between what happens and how we respond. This space is often overlooked, hidden beneath layers of thoughts, emotions, and automatic reactions.
Esther Bryce
After reading 'The Space Between,' the constant questioning about what I should or shouldn't be doing simply dissolved. The guilt that had been my companion for years quietly faded, leaving a clarity I hadn't experienced before. — Esther Bryce
Sarah Jensen
After years of searching for answers, this book showed me they were already here. The simple, direct writing speaks to something I've always known but couldn't quite name. A profound gift written in language anyone can understand." — Sarah Jensen
Jaden Smith
Unlike other books that pile on complicated ideas, 'The Space Between' clears away confusion. This book is written with a simplicity that reaches deeper than elaborate theories ever could. What a relief to find someone who makes the profound feel accessible." — Jaden Smith, Author
Robert Matthews
As someone initially skeptical of anything remotely 'spiritual,' I was surprised by how practical and clear this book is. It doesn't ask you to believe anything—just to notice what's already here. A completely different approach that actually makes sense." — Robert Matthews
Jessica Kim
The Space Between offers something rare - clarity without complexity. Her words don't add more concepts to the mind but gently clear away what obscures our natural state. I return to these pages whenever life feels cloudy. — Dr. Jessica Kim, Psychologist
