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n a world filled with uncertainty, author Upendra Mishra brings a refreshing voice of raw truth and reflective wisdom in his upcoming book, After the Fall: How Owen Lost Everything But Found What Truly Matters. Set to release on June 5, 2025, this book stands out not only for its storytelling but also for its unique structure.
Each chapter is followed by an "Inner Compass" – a series of thought-provoking prompts designed to help readers pause, reflect, and realign their lives. These aren't just inspirational affirmations; they're tough, tender truths meant to serve as a mirror and guide during life's most uncertain seasons.
In Chapter 2, the Inner Compass invites readers to look inward at patterns they repeat, stories they tell themselves, and how they show up or shrink back from their own lives. The prompts are honest, piercing, and deeply personal, encouraging readers to confront their inner selves.
Inner Compass (Excerpt from Chapter 2)
Before moving forward, pause and reflect on these thoughts: Patterns don't lie – pay attention to the echoes of your life. Success means nothing if you're fragmented. What you chase externally often mirrors what you lack internally.
Finishing is harder than starting because it requires wholeness. Intimacy isn't about finding a perfect partner; it's about staying with yourself when fears tell you to run. You are not broken, but you may be scattered – integration is the quiet decision to bring every part of yourself to the table.
In After the Fall, Mishra takes readers on a fictional journey with Owen, who loses everything and discovers more than he expected. But the book's true heart lies in its ability to speak directly to the reader through the Inner Compass at each chapter's close. These reflections invite readers not only to absorb a story but to rewrite their own.
Whether recovering from a personal collapse or searching for deeper alignment, After the Fall offers a path forward – more than just answers, but a journey of self-discovery and growth. Release Date: June 5, 2025. Publisher: Spiral Publishing. Available online and at major bookstores nationwide. Visit www.UpendraMishra.com for more information.
